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the City and stay within the law of sign placement. Councilmember Elvig expressed interest in considering signs that are stacked on one poster board. These types of signs are set back in the proper ama and look neat and orderly. City Attorney Goodrich advised the City cannot distinguish between signs and the content on signs; real estate signs could not be allowed while other types of signs are prohibited. 7) Snow Removal on City Sidewalks and Trails Public Works Director Kapler explained currently the City prioritizes sidewalks and trails in the school walking zones as first priority. Developed commercial areas in Ramsey Town Center are also on this priority level. There is a second level of sidewalks and trails that are designated on plowing maps that fall slightly below the school priority that are mainly used for recreation. Both of these levels are cleared during the initial plowing after a snow event. The third tier, which contains trails and some parking lots are done the next day or when people and equipment are available. The delay is because some of the same people and equipment are necessary to clean the skating rinks. This still leaves the City with several areas in the City where the sidewalks still need to be maintained. Staff is looking for direction on a snow removal policy. After discussion, the consensus of the Committee was to recommend that the City Council direct staff to draft a map of the sidewalks and trails in the City, and to work towards drafting a snow removal policy. He advised no action is necessary on this item. Councilmember Elvig noted there is an increased desire and demand in the City for more and more use of the trails, during the summer as well as the winter. COMMITTEE/STAFF INPUT Substandard Private Streets Assistant Public Works Director Olson stated the Committee discussed situations when a private road/private road intersection has conditions that are not up to City standards, such as icy conditions that could cause an accident. The consensus of the Committee was to forward to the City Attorney for review. No opinion has been rendered from the City Attorney at this time. Comfort Suites - Water meter Councilmember Elvig explained when Comfort Suites was built a water meter was installed that was more for a high flow type of use. Staff contacted Comfort Suites and informed them the City will pay for a different meter and the installation. The last time staff approached Comfort Suites regarding the issue they stated they have chosen not to change the meter out. The consensus of the Committee was to forward the issue to the City Attorney for direction. City Attomey Goodrich stated the ordinance has been reviewed and the City has clear authority. He is in the process of writing a letter informing Comfort Suites of the action that will be taken, which is that the water flow will be stopped if the meter is not changed. City Council / February 14, 2006 Page 24 of 26