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e e Tape II Side B e The point was also emphasized that there are assessment deferral programs available for those persons with a financial hardship. Mrs. Beal moved seconded by Mr. Hamel to request staff to initiate the project as proposed. Mr. Haws raised a question regarding the advisability of the jog - is it better to spend $60,000 and put the road in straight or save the money. Staff feels comfortable with the recommendation. it was also pointed out that bicycle lanes could simply by changing the striping, though it would the master bike plan to do so. In answer to a question, be changed later to parking not be in conformance with Vote was taken on the motion which carried unanimously. D. Chambers Street Paving Project (20 minutes limit on public testimony) This project is estimated to cost $103,600. It is 0.4 miles in length. Of the total cost, the city would pay $16,500 and the property owners would be assessed $87,100. The improvement provides for two travel lanes, sidewalks, and parking only on the east side. Summary of the project, maps, staff notes and summary of public hearings are all part of the record. Public hearing was opened. Lewis Hoffman, 888 W. Park, representing Aaron Jones, said Mr. Jones has seen extreme hazards develop on that street, particularly in snow and ice conditions. He feels that the grade should be lowered to make it a l2-month road. Otherwise it would be a waste of money because the job would not be done completely and properly. Aaron Jones, 1880 McLean, said he agrees with all the preliminary plans of the Engineering Department except the issue of the grade. In the area in question, if the road was moved over 35 feet, the grade could be lowered without creating an unsightly bank to the west or without creating a bad slipping problem. There is plenty of public land there, he noted, which could be removed to facilitate that adjustment. Public hearing was closed. Staff pointed out the issue could be restudied between now and the awarding of the contract. Addressing the issue of the grade would necessitate some redesign, and there was some concern about any adverse effect on the property to the west. Mr. Haws raised a question about bike paths. Traffic Engineer said the area is not on the bike plan. Too, the topography lends to walking up and riding down. Mrs. Beal moved seconded by Mr. Hamel to adopt the plan subject to further consideration of the suggestions proposed by Mr. Jones. Motion carried unanimously. 5/19/75 6 Z7~