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currently assessing the scope of the remaining work and will be prepared to discuss this in more detail at the March meeting, along with the Part 1 amendments. An overall update on the remaining process, timelines, and estimated costs required to complete the Part 2 amendments will be provided in order to meet the October 6, 2019 deadline. Councilmember Kuzma asked for details on the budget for the consultant. City Engineer Westby replied that the consultant would be funded using the Water Enterprise Fund. He also explained why the plan needs to be updated. 6.02: Staff Updates on Improvement Projects and Items of Interest City Engineer Westby provided an update on City improvement projects focusing on the Anoka County roundabout planned for Armstrong Boulevard/CSAH 83 and Alpine Drive, including details on the funding and proposed timeline. He stated that staff will continue to monitor and provide updates on the MnDOT Ferry Street/Trunk Highway 47 grade separation. He also noted that the City Council is scheduled to consider a topsoil ordinance amendment on February 26 and provided a summary of the proposed changes. He noted that both the Environmental Policy Board and Planning Commission have reviewed the topic and support amending the ordinance. Councilmember Kuzma asked if there will be flexibility within the ordinance that would allow staff to recommend a better topsoil in certain areas upon staff inspection, if needed. City Engineer Westby stated that the ordinance includes a singular topsoil definition. He noted that under that scenario more than one definition would be required. Parks & Assistant Public Works Superintendent Riverblood explained that alternative landscapes are allowed. Councilmember Shryock stated that certain areas of the City have soils that are more sand or clay and asked if the new topsoil standard would be appropriate in both areas. City Engineer Westby explained that it would be difficult to define specific geographic areas where different topsoil would be required. He stated that the new topsoil definition should be adequate for establishing and maintaining vegetation in all areas of the City. Councilmember Shryock stated that during the education campaign, it should be remembered that not all residents have smart irrigation technologies, and that lawns may not be maintained the same way in rural areas as they are in urban areas, and therefore multiple approaches and messages will be needed. 7. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Councilmember Shryock, seconded by Councilmember Kuzma, to adjourn the Public Works Committee meeting. Public Works Committee / February 19, 2018 Page 3 of 4