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Approved next several years. He added that while there are no bike paths outside of this area it needs to start somewhere. Schiferl stated he doesn’t believe that 8 feet is wide enough to accommodate biking and walking traffic. Baker stated that if the bike path is taken off the road, the boulevard will increase in size by 12 feet, and that the trail should be widened to accommodate walkers and bicyclist. Horn replied that widening the path could be done. Howard stated that he would like the trail to be clearly marked for what areas are for walkers and for bikes. Wyffels inquired if the Commission could give their recommendation for the proposed options. Baker replied that he is in favor of the bike lane being off road, but on a larger trail. He added that the avid bicyclist will most likely use the road even if there was not a bike path. O’Keefe replied that he believes the trail is wide enough to accommodate walkers and bicyclist and agrees the fast bikers will be on the street. Howard replied that if the bike paths are off road that the trails should be clearly marked for the areas for the walkers and the bikers. Schiferl inquired if on Option 2 the path will be on both sides of the street. Horn replied that while there will be a sidewalk on the east side is not intended for trail use since it is more commercial and will have some amenities, potentially outdoor dining. Horn added that the trail on the west side would be a two way trail for bikes and walkers. O’Keefe stated that wider driving lanes encourage people to drive faster, and it’s his opinion that the bike path on the road will increase speed for the area. Wyffels asked for guidance regarding parallel parking on the street. He added that by eliminating parking on one side of the street it may cause a public safety issue. Baker stated that he likes the parking on both sides. O’Keefe agreed and because of the provision for buses. CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING Motion by Baker, Second by Schiferl to. 4 Ayes, 0 Nays. Announcements and Updates Fernelius announced that on September 7, 2006 the Developers for the Northwestern Quadrant will be hosting a grand opening. Chris Winter, Sherman and Associates, stated that invitations will be mailed out to everyone on the waiting list, to the Commissions, and residents of the City. On September 7 between 3 pm and 5 pm is the VIP invitation and between 5 pm and 7 pm is open to the public. Adjournment _________________________________________ Janice Gundlach, City Planner I:\COMMISSIONS\PLANNING\Minutes\2006\08-15-2006.docPage 14 of 14