Minutes - Council Work Session - 01/29/2019 - Special

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option would not allow all movements to be made at the intersection. He stated that because this option does not include the ability for pedestrian crossing, another element would need to be constructed that would allow for pedestrian crossing, such as a bridge,that would have additional cost. He confirmed that the option would allow the main straight traffic on Highway 10 to continue without stopping while there would be a signal for certain movements. Ms. Bersaw explained that a standard diamond intersection at Sunfish Lake would impact almost every property near the intersection. City Administrator Ulrich stated that there are also cost implications. He stated that if there are lesser impacts to adjacent properties, and lesser costs, perhaps then limiting certain movements would be acceptable. Ms. Bersaw reviewed a few more options but noted that some options would significantly impact properties. She reviewed a more constrained footprint that would minimize impacts to local businesses and would include an at grade rail crossing with Sunfish crossing under Highway 10. She stated that going under the railroad at Sunfish Lake would not be feasible because of the impacts that would be needed to create the temporary track. Mr. Tillman continued to review options, including an option very similar to the design that will be constructed at Thurston Avenue in Anoka. Councilmember Kuzma stated that drivers are becoming more comfortable with roundabouts as time goes on. Ms. Bersaw reviewed the chart that identifies the pros and cons for each of the options for the Sunfish Lake Boulevard intersection. She stated that the technical team left more options on the table for discussion with the recommendation to remove the standard diamond, high diamonds, and the high T. Councilmember Kuzma stated that he likes option seven as it is a unique design which allows free flowing traffic on the highway. Councilmember Shryock stated that she also likes option seven but was curious if there would be an option for an at grade railroad crossing for that option. Mr. Tillman stated that because of the tight spacing it would be difficult to come back down to grade for the rail crossing. Mayor LeTourneau stated that his overall expectation would be to keep traffic moving on the highway. He stated that the north/south corridor connection is also important, as each of those roadways provides the connection to the communities north of Ramsey. He stated that he likes option seven because it keeps the highway traffic moving but also provides ease for the north/south traffic. City Council Work Session/January 29,2019 Page 5 of 9