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Councilmember Woestehoff asked whether there will be a grade change from the east side of Alpine Drive to the west of the intersection. He expressed concern about traffic hitting that area too fast. Ms. Markose stated there may not be much of a grade change in that area as it is not very long. Mr. Dobda stated roundabouts are designed with physical cues for drivers to get them to slow down. He added it is impossible to navigate a roundabout at a speed faster than 15-20 miles per hour (mph). He noted, in roundabouts, drivers only have to look to the left, instead of all four ways. He noted roundabouts are more efficient in that they produce conflict points to slow people down. Councilmember Riley stated this is a 55 mile per hour road. He asked whether traffic will be slowed to 15 mph. Mr. Dobda confirmed that within the roundabout the traffic will be 15-20 mph. He added the speed limit on the road does not change, but there will be advisory signs as drivers approach the intersection. Councilmember Heineman asked whether there will be a raised flowerbed or something in the center, as he has seen in other cities. Mr. Dobda stated there are standard roadway structures, and the center median is raised to obstruct oncoming headlights. He added some cities do plantings. He noted the City of Ramsey will be able to decide on plantings, grass or signage later in the design phase. Councilmember Musgrove stated she appreciates this project moving forward, and that there will be funds for the project. She asked what the anticipated start date is, and whether there will be one lane throughout the roundabout. Mr. Dobda stated those types of details will be worked out in the design phase over the next few months. He added the plan is to keep one lane open and not have a firm shut down. Councilmember Musgrove stated her question was whether the finished roundabout will have one lane. Ms. Markose confirmed this will be a single -lane roundabout. Councilmember Specht asked whether there would be a public input session. Mr. Dobda stated it is an iterative process, and the designers and engineers are still looking at different designs. He added they will provide details for individual property owners and have meetings in the next few months to get public input. He noted meetings will probably not be in person, as they have a lot of experience with virtual meetings now which work really well as they capture a broader audience. Mr. Dobda stated any questions or comments from residents can be directed to him or Ms. Markose. 2.02: Discussion Regarding City Council Minutes City Administrator Ulrich stated, for quite a while, the City has contracted with a secretarial service to do meeting minutes. He added the minutes of the May 18, 2021, Strategic Planning session City Council Work Session / July 27, 2021 Page 3 of 10