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. . . Elk River city Council Meeting August 23, 1993 Page 7 Terry Maurer reviewed the proposed interim plan which includes one trickling filter, a pumping station, and the necessary piping. He indicated that the probable construction costs would be about one million dollars. Terry Maurer informed the Council that if the interim plan is not implemented, the deteriorating RBC's could potentially break down again and cause a violation of the effluent regulations. He recommended that the Council authorize the proposed interim plan to ensure the compliance of regulation before the completion of the Wastewater Treatment Plant expansion. The interim plan will also provide additional capacity. COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN MOVED TO DIRECT THE CITY ENGINEER TO PROCEED WITH THE INTERIM PLAN TO CONSTRUCT A TRICKLING FILTER, A PUMPING STATION, AND THE NECESSARY PIPING. COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0. 8.3. School Street and Jackson Avenue Project Update Terry Maurer informed the Council that he has met with Elk River School District staff regarding the Council's request to upgrade the intersection of School Street and Jackson Avenue. He indicated that the School Board evidently discussed this issue at the August 10th School Board meeting and it was the consensus of the school District to postpone the intersection improvement until 1994. Terry Maurer recommended that the City Council delay the project until 1994 due to lateness of starting the project. He further stated that if the project were delayed until 1994, staff would be able to coordinate activities with the School District and, hopefully, reach a consensus on the type of roadway striping and design prior to the building project being constructed. Councilmember Farber related his concern that this was a priority issue for the City Council. He felt it was important to complete the project this year so that safety and traffic concerns would be addressed. Councilmember Holmgren stated that the School District has been aware of the traffic problem in that area for some time. The Council indicated its frustration regarding traffic concerns and the delaying of the intersection project at School Street and Jackson Avenue. The Council .also discussed the fact that no efforts have been taken by the School District to eliminate the student parking at Lion's Park. The Council questioned whether the City budgeted for a police officer to direct traffic during the school year. The City Administrator stated that Dr. Flannery has indicated that the school District staff is addressing some of the parking problems and traffic problems internally, and therefore are hoping that a police officer would not be necessary this year. Councilmember Farber indicated that there have been problems with kids parking in Schoolview Addition as there is not enough parking spaces at the high school. Councilmember Holmgren questioned whether the City would be liable if an accident occurs in the area of School Street and Jackson Avenue. It was suggested by the City Administrator that a joint meeting of the City Council and School Board be held to discuss these issues.