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Special City Council Minutes <br /> January 22, 2019 <br /> Page 6 of 7 <br /> ----------------------------- <br /> Chris Lindholm stated with the realignment of 371 we have the opportunity to <br /> connect both sides safely. There are no sidewalks. The traffic is gone but it is <br /> still not safe. <br /> Council Member Seils was unsure how to proceed. <br /> Council Member Pederson stated traffic needs to be slowed and suggested use <br /> of a boulevard and/or parking along Patriot Avenue. Mr. Gorr recommended not <br /> narrowing the driving lanes to reduce visibility. <br /> Discussion ensued regarding removal of the stop light, long-term maintenance <br /> costs of the stop light, and a round-about at the stop light location. Mr. Houle <br /> stated traffic counts would be helpful with planning. <br /> Cincy Rieck asked the Council whatever the Council decides to do, be sure to <br /> involve the community. She felt the City did try to get people involved with this <br /> plan, but obviously didn't reach enough people. When we move ahead, really try <br /> to reach everyone; use the Chamber and media. We need a unified approach. <br /> Mr. Ronning pointed out Option B includes Patriot Avenue and suggested moving <br /> forward with Option B, doing the projects the City has the money for. Mr. Houle <br /> stated Option B is conceptual, keeping Patriot Avenue. He stated he can provide <br /> additional information regarding a traffic study for the February or March City <br /> Council Meeting. <br /> It was the consensus of the City Council to wait until a traffic study is completed <br /> before making a decision on a park plan. <br /> b. Street & Utility Improvements: <br /> Mr. Houle reviewed proposed street and utility improvements. It was the <br /> consensus of the City Council to wait on improvement discussions until after the <br /> traffic study is complete. <br /> B. Rasmussen Road Project: <br /> Mr. Houle reminded the Council that Mr. Gorr had suggested looking at <br /> Rasmussen Road south of Main. Funding options were discussed including <br /> using tumback money and consulting with David Drown and Associates. An <br /> updated Street Plan would be useful. <br /> It was the consensus of the Council to look at two blocks south of Main Street <br /> and one block north of Main Street. <br />