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Mr. Mareck responded they could install turn lanes, improve signal timing, or install controls such as a four-way stop or roundabout. Mr. Freihammer pointed out an example of this would be at County Road C2 and Snelling Avenue with the addition of a dual left turn lane onto Snelling. Mr. Mareck commented this document gives the City some data based on technical data and citizen input on what the big picture transportation issues are that need further discussion. This information will all be available to the public at the open house meetings on November 8 and 9 as part of Comprehensive Plan update with staff present for discussion and to answer questions. Chair Cihacek referred to the Transit section on page 49 of the meeting packet. He pointed out the second strategy indicates more bus shelters, but in the text below that section, it talks about enhancing existing shelters, not constructing more. He stated an important action step is also missing with what the City should be doing as it relates to Elderly Transit Service. They might consider adding language that shows they may consider demographics and advocate for additional service, but they do not control any of the services for elderly transit. Mr. Mareck stated they will work on rewording that section. 7. Items for Next Meeting — November 28, 2017 Discussion ensued regarding the November PWETC agenda and time required for each item: • Facilities Study Presentation — Mr. Freihammer commented this study should be available and will be presented to the Commission. • Final Draft of Pathway Master Plan and Transportation Plan — Mr. Freihammer reported this will be updated to give the Commission one final chance to provide additional input on it. • Public Works 2018 Work Plan — Mr. Freihammer stated they prefer to bring this plan to the Commission before it goes to the Council. • Set Preliminary 2018 Topic Calendar — Mr. Freihammer stated they can program in discussion on the water rate structure and provide a draft topic schedule to the Commission. Chair Cihacek inquired if they have formally rejected the solar offer. It was unclear if this had happened when it was discussed with the City Council. Mr. Freihammer stated he believes it had been formally rejected, but would have to look into it. Chair Cihacek explained the City Council expressed concern with the power purchase agreement price and stated it did not provide a large enough benefit to the City versus future risk They requested the Council provide to the PWET Commission what they consider to be a good enough benefit in order to proceed Page 12 of 14