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City Council Minutes May 20, 1985 Page Two COUNCILMEMBER ENGSTROM MOVED TO ACCEPT THE PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE WATER TOWER PROJECT AS PRESENTED BY TERRY MAURER. COUNCILMEMBER WILLIAMS SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION PASSED 4~0. COUNCILMEMBER SCHULDT MOVED TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS FOR THE WATER TOWER PROJECT. COUNCILMEMBER WILLIAMS SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION PASSED 4-0. 6. Update on Tyler Street Mr. Terry Maurer, consulting engineer, indicated that in his discussions with Dave Reed of Mn/Dot, he learned that it was not possible to construct improvements on Tyler Street without acquiring additional right-of-way for a recovery or clear zone, due to the fact that in this general area, traffic speeds exceed 40 m.p.h. Mr. Terry Maurer indicated that approximately 80 feet of right..;..of-way was needed if the Tyler Street project was to be completed with funds directly from the State of Minnesota. Discussion was car red on regarding problems that may be encountered in obtaining the right-of-way needed as it would require easements, possible condemnation of property and moving of utility lines. Councilmember Engstrom questioned the possibility of future problems obtaining right- of-way in using MSA funds. Mr. Maurer indicated that in the urban setting, there is no requirement for a clear zone such as there is in this case in an agricultural zone. The Council asked for a recommendation from Terry Maurer. Mr. Maurer suggested that the City hold off on the project and that the Council earmark future MSA funds left on other projects to complete the Tyler Street project at some point in the future. Councilmember Schuldt questioned how long the City could hold off on the Tyler Street project. Mr. Maurer indicated that he felt the road would hold up for some time. Discussion was carried on regarding the speed zone on Tyler Street. It was the consensus of the City Council that no further action be taken on the Tyler Street project at this time. 7. Pat Rasmussen Mayor Hinkle introduced Pat Rasmussen to the City Council and members of the audience. Pat Rasmussen indicated that she had been recently appointed by the Chamber of Commerce as the liaison officer between the Chamber and City Council. Ms. Rasmussen stated that she will be the representative for the Chamber and pass on concerns of the local businesses. Ms. Rasmussen indicated that the intent is to have a representative of the Chamber at each of the City Council meetings. She expressed the Chambers' support for the City Council and their willingness to help them in any way necessary. 7~. Health Insurance Presentation Mr. Sam Oberstein was present to review with the City Council the health insurance