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would be available for bikes or cars to use the lane. He stated notices will be sent to all the affected property owners to notify them of the public hearing if it is approved, as well as to notify them of assessments. He stated he recommends adopting this Ordinance to complete the roadway in 2016. Councilmember Kuzma asked Mr. Westby to explain the 32' multipurpose road. City Engineer Westby stated the 32-foot road would have two, 11-foot lanes on each side. There would be no designated bike lane. There would be no pedestrian facilities at all. Public Comment: Bill Kingston 15760 Andrie Street NW, Ramsey, stated he has been a resident since 1993. He thanked the staff for holding multiple City Input Sessions on this topic. He said there are several common themes. One of them is that the road does need to be reconstructed. Another is that the drainage needs to be repaired. The third is that the general populace prefers to keep the look and feel of the road, and everyone wants to keep the cost down. He reviewed the history of the feasibility study, the meetings that were held, and the statistics of comments that had been received. He noted he has spoken with Mitch Rasmussen, Director, State Aid, regarding the '8 foot multi use lane. He said Mr. Rasmussen reiterated the term "multi use" is not recognized by MSA. Mr. Rasmussen suggested adding an 8' parking lane, and the City could use that 8' as they see fit after it is approved by the state. Mr. Kingston suggested Option #2 be approved tonight with the modification of designating parking on one side. He said his rationale for that option is that it wouldn't affect the work done to date, and it provides lower construction costs. He noted the parking lane would not be used that often. It would most likely be used for weddings or graduations. He said he does not see much parking in that area except when there is an event. David Ballard, 9370 164th Lane NW, Ramsey stated he has been at this residence since 1988. He said he helped put 164th Lane in. He said he isn't clear why the City wants to put an expensive road in. He stated he would like to keep the original size of the. road. He discussed issues with weight limits on the road, the fact that children are in the area, and the potential cost for rebuilding the road. He asked the Council to shelf these options and keep the road as it is. He said there is little parking on the road, and the little parking there is seems to be monitored by homeowners. He acknowledged the road does need alignment. He suggested the Councilmembers keep in mind that this is not main thoroughfare. This is just a way for residents to get to their homes. Brenda Johnson, 15951 Andrie Street NW, Ramsey, stated she moved in 2012. She said she did bring up the design of the 32' multi use road at an open house. She said there wasn't much parking on that road, except for events or by City Maintenance. There is not a lot of traffic. She stated the bike lane is not needed. Most people bike on the trails; there are not many that use the street. She stated the majority doesn't want the bike lane. She felt the majority wanted to keep the rural country feel. City Council / January 11, 2016 Page 7 of 11