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. . . - . . . . . . . 209 5/27/68 type where some benefited properties will not abut the project and therefore cannot be assessed. The Planning Director said meetings are being held with property owners in the area to try to work out an equitable method for paying thepaving cost. Mr. Wingard, with the consent of the second, changed his motion to include in- stallation of sidewalks when the street is paved, and a vote taken on the motion as amended carried unanimously. Mr. Anderson moved seconded by Mr. Lassen to approve Item 5c of the Committee report. A petition was presented signed by residents of the block between Madison and Jefferson requesting curb sidewalks on that block. The City Manager suggested that, because of work to be done such as closing intersections, vacating and width acquisition for cul-de-sacs, and actual design of the project, the Council approve the idea so that a specific design may be brought back for consideration with possible inclusion of curb walks in the entire area. G. F. Blodgett, 2010 Monroe, asked if 100% approval was necessary for going ahead with the cul-de-sac design, and whether property owners would have duplex rights on corner lots created. The Planning Director replied that in essence 100% approval is necessary, since the required vacations must have 100% approval. With regard to duplexes on the corner lots, he said it would depend upon the angle of the streets and frontage on the resulting two streets. A vote was taken on the motion to approve the committee report, and motion carried. 1 d. Variance Extension, Bethel Drive - Manning Seed Company requested extension of a variance which allows cone storage on property on Bethel Drive north of Roosevelt Boulevard. The Planning Commission recommended approval of an exten- sion for one year from the date of Council approval. Dr. Purdy moved seconded by Mr. Wingard to approve therecommenda tion. Motion carried. 2~ 6. McLean Boulevard Design - The City Manager presented a proposed design for improve- ment of McLean Boulevard from Lindsay Loop to Graham Drive which was developed to save as many trees as possible. He said the proposed design will provide for an offset from the centerline to the north enough to permit a 24-foot street, with a 28-foot street constructed where trees do not present a problem. Parking will be restricted at some future time; at the present time the street deadends and traffic is light. Mrs. Lauris moved seconded by Mrs. Hayward to modify the standards f@r this street as proposed. Some Council members felt the parking should be restricted immediately upon comple- tion of the project. The Public Works Director said it would entail striping, traffic signs, etc., and because of the distance from the enforcement area, restric- tions would be abused. A vote was taken on the motion as stated, and motion carried. Mr. Anderson moved seconded by Mr. Lassen to approve Items 5d and 6 of the Committee report. Motion carried. 3 7. Public Works Pro;ects, 1967, Extensions and Deferrals - Council approval was requested for time extensions and assessment of liquidated damages on various public works contracts. Copies of the report listing contracts involved were distributed to Council members. Dr. Purdy moved seconded by Mr. Anderson to accept the report and assess the damages. The Public Works Director pointed out that the contractors do have the right to appeal to the Council on the liquidated damages. He also suggested the Council authorize the Public Works Department to grant extensions to seven days without council approval, but it was felt better because of public relations to retain the present procedure. A vote was taken on the motion as stated, and motion carried. Mr. Anderson moved seconded by Mr. Lassen to approve Item 7 of the Committee report. Rollcall vote. All councilmen present voting aye, motion carried. 4 8. Speed Recommendations a. Chambers from 7th to Lorane Highway - The State Speed Control Board recommended a 30-mph zone on Chambers from 7th to 50 feet south of 24th, and 40 mph from that point to Lorane Highway. The existing speeds are 30 mph from 7th to 300 feet south of 25th, and 40 mph from that point to Lorane Hlighway. The staff recom- mended retaining the present speeds on- the basis that speeds should be reduced for a distance farther from 24th since it is an east/west arterial. The report of the Speed Control Board's investigation was read pointing up the reasons for their recommendation. The Public Works Director said that when the improvement of Chambers is completed, because of its being a safer street with less access, a 40-mph speed may be warranted. Mr. Anderson moved seconded by Mr. Wingard to recommend to the State Speed Control Board that the present speed zones be retained on Chambers Street. Motion carried. 5/27/68 - 12 ~