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4) Consider Feasibility Study on St. Francis Boulevard Frontage Road Assistant Public Works Director Olson advised this case is similar to the previous case that was just discussed, it abuts Highway 47 and has three properties owners adjacent to it. The discussion at the Public Works Committee was that there is also a bike trail through there. The Corem i ttee discussed the City contribution of the 50/50 split that was discussed with the previous case. Thc road would be constructed at 32 feet wide, with the trail on the road striped at a width of 8 feet. Trail funds would be used for the trail portion of the road, and would be part of the 50 percent contribution. Councihnember Zimmerman noted with only three residents on this street the 50/50 split might be a high cost for them. Staffwas directed to bring back scenarios with trails and what the costs might be. He does not know that the Committee totally agreed with the 50/50 split on this case. Councihnember Cook commented it makes sense to use the trail fund for this. He stated this needs to be fixed, due to the cost of maintaining the cul-de-sac. Mayor Gamcc commented when this was previously discussed, the cost for paving this road was ahnost $9,000. At a 50/50 split the cost would be $4,500, which is still excessive. Assistant Pt~blic Works Director Olson suggested 25 percent from the trail fund could be taken off the top. The remaining 75 percent would then be figured at the 50/50 split. Councihnember Kin'ak asked if there is any other scenario other than the park dedication for the trail and the 50/50 split. Assistant Public Works Director Olson replied that is generally what was discussed. The biggest issue was thc cul-de-sac near the end and how big that needs to be. It needs to be big enough for the snowplow to turn around. The road is fairly short and only services three houses. If the size of the cul-de-sac is normal, those three residents will also be paying for a larger portion of the cul-de-sac. Councihnember Kurak inquired if these improvements could be finished this year, so children walking to school could use the trail. Councihnember Elvig commented this is one of the only two non-linking areas of the trail. If there was ever a sense of urgency or need, this is a great win/win opportunity. These residents have petitioned and asked for improvements and now they can close up the gap on the trail system, which is as important as the road. Councihnember Cook stated it is important in cases like this for the City to get it completed, and to give a little more latitude to the people negotiating with the residents to get something worked out. City Council/August 10, 2004 Page 16 of 27