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stated that at this point she would prefer option two but could also support looking further into option four. Ms. Bersaw acknowledged that there was a lot of discussion on option seven at the technical committee level as well, as to whether that should remain on for public meetings. She stated that perhaps option seven would not be preferred for both Ramsey Boulevard and Sunfish Lake but perhaps option seven would be okay at one of those locations. Councilmember Shryock stated that from a pedestrian standpoint, option seven would not be a preferred option. She believed that would be the most logical option to be removed. She stated that she agrees with the recommendation of the technical committee on options two, four and seven to consider. Mayor LeTourneau confirmed the consensus of the Council to continue to move forward with options two and four for Ramsey Boulevard, noting that option seven is not a favorable option because of the potential impacts. Ms. Bersaw noted that during the public meeting the options reviewed throughout the process will be included in the presentation in order to explain how this process evolved in order to gain input. Councilmember Musgrove asked and received confirmation that the cost for the acquisition of the businesses along the west from Ramsey Boulevard to Armstrong Boulevard has been considered and will continue to be included in any cost estimates. Councilmember Kuzma stated that the businesses that will be impacted have been anticipating this for many years and therefore this is not new information for those businesses. Ms. Bersaw moved to Sunfish Lake Boulevard, noting that the list of potential options has been expanded since the last meeting in December. She noted that options with an at grade rail crossing and above grade separation have been included. Mr. Tillman provided details on the improvements that will occur in Anoka at Fair Oak and Thurston, noting that the first stoplight will then occur at Sunfish Lake Boulevard in Ramsey. Ms. Bersaw provided some of the options that were considered for the Sunfish Lake Boulevard intersection. Mr. Tillman provided additional details on the different options for the Sunfish Lake Boulevard intersection. Councilmember Kuzma asked if Plants and Things would stay or would need to be acquired. Mr. Tillman replied that under this scenario there would be significant impacts. He stated that a large piece of the property would remain but was unsure if that would be sufficient for the business. He also reviewed a lesser cost, less impactful option for the intersection noting that the City Council Work Session / January 29, 2019 Page 4 of 9