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Council Member Gardner questioned if the comprehensive plan is a four year plan. Mr. Marohn stated that the comprehensive plan should be kept current and it is generally reviewed every 4-5 years. Mayor Adams stated that an in depth review should be done every 10 years. COUNCIL MEMBER SJQBLAD MOVED TO ADOPT THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN. COUNCIL MEMBER PEDERSON SECONDED THE MOTION. Council Member Akerson questioned why the entrance/gateway to Pequot was not addressed. Mr. Marohn stated that the gateway is not defined because there is a lot of work involved in this. MOTION CARRIED 4-1. COUNCIL MEMBER AKERSON OPPOSED. 6.2. Preliminary and Final Plat for SuperValu Chuck Marohn stated that the paperwork has been received from SuperValu and no action is needed at this time. 9.3. North Washington Avenue Proposal Mike Loven requested a proposal for design from WSN for North Washington Avenue. Design plans would include diagonal parking on both sides of the street and eight foot sidewalks. Council Member Gardner questioned if this request is only to get a proposal. Mr. coven stated that this is to get ideas to come up with a proposal. Council Member Pederson stated that this street is key for County Road 11 and a main functionality of downtown. He would like the City to pullback and get planning and zoning involved and consider the possibility of bike racks, park benches, and public restrooms. Chuck Marohn stated that there isn't justification for a lot of improvements, but rather to stage the improvements, design, and layout so that as things are developed it would tie together. He would like planning & zoning involved to see if more things can be constructed upfront so there are no costly retrofits down the line. Mike Loven stated that there are easement, storm water, and elevation issues that will need to be addressed. t February,2013 Staff Report Page 4