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March 26,2024 Page 4 of 7 spoke with several residents regarding the proposed sidewalks. He indicated for those properties getting a new sidewalk,this would be installed three feet closer to their home. Mayor Pro-Tern Dunsworth requested further comment regarding the drainage concerns. Community Assets and Development Director Schlichting explained staff has been reviewing the historical flooding issues within this corridor. He indicated this was an area where additional intakes were installed both within the park and along Oakwood Drive. He noted high capacity grates would also be installed on Oakwood Drive. He stated the triangle piece of property that was mentioned was not owned by the City. Mayor Pro-Tern Dunsworth asked what testing would be done on the watermain. Engineering Supervisor Lynde discussed temporary water lines that would be in place while the City works on the watermain. He commented on the testing the contractor was required to perform before putting the watermain back into service to ensure the water is clean and safe. Mayor Pro-Tern Dunsworth stated there was a question from the public asking why Oakwood Drive was being reconstructed when it was just done in 2011. Community Assets and Development Director Schlichting explained the materials used on Oakwood in 1993 were a problem. He reported the roadway was seal coated and over time the roadway broke down and large potholes were created. He indicated the roadway was milled and overlayed in 2011. Mayor Pro-Tern Dunsworth requested staff speak to how mailboxes would be managed. Engineering Supervisor Lynde explained the contractor would be responsible for the removal and replacement of the mailboxes. Mayor Pro-Tern Dunsworth asked if the concrete driveway aprons would be replaced if compromised. Engineering Supervisor Lynde reported most if not all of the driveway aprons would be replaced up to a certain point. Mayor Pro-Tem Dunsworth questioned what the diversity would be of those working on the project. Community Assets and Development Director Schlichting reported the City does not have a diversity goal when hiring for street improvement projects. He explained the City will bid and hire the lowest responsible bidder to complete the project. He noted contractors were required to have equal opportunity employment certificates. Further discussion ensued regarding the City's efforts to reduce speeds on residential streets to 25 miles per hour. Mayor Pro-Tern Dunsworth requested further information regarding who would be responsible for the snow removal on the new sidewalks. Community Assets and Development Director Schlichting explained sidewalks were plowed by the City. Councilmember Abdulle commented on how the proposed sidewalks would assist with improving safety for pedestrians. Mayor Pro-Tern Dunsworth asked how long this project would take. Community Assets and Development Director Schlichting reported this street improvement project had about two miles of watermain work. He indicated this project would be phased, and if weather allowed, he hoped the project would be completed in one construction season. Motion by Councilmember Allen,seconded by Councilmember Abdulle to adopt a Resolution ordering Project 24-1, 2024 Street Rehabilitation as proposed in the Feasibility Study, authorize staff to proceed with the preparation of plans and specifications,and designate the Director of Community Assets and Development as the engineer for this improvement project. 4 Ayes,0 Nays-Motion Carried 2. Consider a resolution approving a preliminary plat for Seminary Estates 3rd 2.Consider a resolution approving a Addition. preliminary plat for Seminary Estates 3rd City Manager Massopust indicated Assistant Director of Community Assets and Development Gozola would Addition.Consider a