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City Council Minutes October 6, 2009 Page 6 of 12 the intersection. He indicated that the road vacation allows Northern Food King to expand to the east of the site, to keep land for on -site parking, and to close and improve an intersection. Justin noted that the Second Street vacation allows enough room to expand the building to the west and add a loading dock. Council Member Nagel read the letter submitted by TDS. The letter addressed concerns about the amount of traffic on the road and the parking that takes place in the area. Council Member Nagel questioned whether Justin could address TDS' concerns. Justin Bolz- Andolshek indicated that there should be no problem addressing the concerns. Justin further indicated that he would work with the City in regard to the existing storm sewer in the area. Discussion was held regarding the location of the manhole. Council Member Nagel questioned if Justin is prepared to connect or add sidewalk to close the end of the street. Justin indicated that he is prepared to make it a standard that is acceptable. COUNCIL MEMBER RYAN MOVED TO JOIN THE PETITION TO VACATE FIRST STREET. COUNCIL MEMBER NAGEL SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED 5 -0. MAYOR ADAMS MOVED TO OPEN THE PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE VACATIONS OF FIRST AND SECOND STREETS. COUNCIL MEMBER NAGEL SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED 5 -0. Mike Loven - questioned what the City will do with the remaining 32 feet. Dave Sjoblad suggested that the City sell the property to the adjoining property owners for a dollar. Paul Sandelin indicated that once vacated, the street would be closed. Tom Adams - 48410 Olson Road, Peguot Lakes - Questioned whether the entrance onto County Road 11 would be closed as part of the vacation? Justin indicated that the road would be closed upon commencement of building project. Justin Bolz - Andolshek stated that he is closing a road that he does not currently own and therefore, this would have to be discussed at a later date. Paul Sandelin indicated that the Council will have some decisions to make in regard to the closing. A resident of Breezy Point - stated that the traffic is terrible at the `.- entrance to the grocery store and a sidewalk and closing the street would be good.