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City Council Minutes January 31, 1994 Page 6 e Councilmember Scheel indicated that the ice arena was a good idea, however, she hoped that the same support would be shown to all of the children in Elk River, not just those involved in hockey. 4. Review School Maintenance Facility Proiect Dr. Flannery commented on several projects that have been done in cooperation between the City and the School District. Some of the projects mentioned included jOint occupancy of the city maintenance building, pOlice liaison, D.A.R.E., Oak Knoll park, and the Recreation position. Dr. Flannery requested the City to extend the School's lease for use of the City maintenance garage. This extension would end 1211/95. COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN MOVED TO EXTEND THE LEASE FOR THE SCHOOL DISTRICT'S USE OF THE CITY MAINTENANCE GARAGE FOR ONE YEAR. COUNCILMEMBER FARBE~ SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. Dr. Flannery informed the Council that the School District is looking for property to locate a maintenance building. He indicated that one of the locations being considered is a piece of city property located in Oak Knoll park. 5. Streets e City Engineer, Terry Maurer, reviewed the two options available for improvements to widen School Street. He reviewed a three-lane and a four-lane option. After discussion on both options, it was the consensus of the School District that a three lane design would be safer for the school children. The Council indicated its desire to see a four-lane design as it felt this would be the best long term design for the city traffic flow. Terry Maurer also reviewed proposed designs for the intersections of School Street at Jackson Avenue and Freeport Avenue. Terry Maurer recommended a four lane option for both intersections. Dr. Flannery stated that the School District has four concerns: · Children crossing the street · Sidewalks on the south side · Lincoln School -- concern for children due to its proximity to the street · The School District would like to see an exploration of other east/west routes through the City. Chair Tim Kelly indicated that the School Board would continue discussions on this subject at future Board meetings. e Discussion was held regarding the student parking at Lion's Park. Dr. Flannery indicated that the school district has taken care of the situation by creating another parking lot at the school. Street Superintendent. Phil Hals, indicated that there is no longer a problem with students parking at Lion's Park.