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City Council Minutes October 19, 2020 Page 11 Mayor Dietz asked about sending letters to residents that the city is contemplating "no parking" restrictions. Council mentioned other roads that could use "no parking" restrictions. Councilmember Westgaard felt the city should start saying no to narrow boulevards when developers want to build in Elk River but indicated there are competing thoughts and recognizes it is difficult to balance all interests. Council felt that agreeing to "no parking" signs in this location would set a precedent for other neighborhoods to come forward also wanting signage. Councilmember Westgaard asked if there could be signage limiting parking within a certain number of feet from the crosswalk to increase visibility. Councilmember Wagner added that, if these signs don't improve the situation, maybe there could be signage limiting parking during school hours. Mr. Femrite will check against pedestrian safety guidelines and bring back a resolution. Councilmember Christianson asked about streets that currently have no parking on one side. Mr. Femrite stated those restrictions were decided by past councils, but this council could address and modify them. Councilmember Ovall wondered if an ordinance addressing city streets versus corridor streets should be addressed. Mr. Femrite asked the council if they want to add "no fishing" signs to the bridge over the dam. Some residents have complained that people who are there fishing are blocking the sidewalks. Council decided to monitor the situation and take note of complaints. 9.2 Speed Study Requests Mr. Femrite presented the staff report. Mr. Femrite will send a letter to Sherburne County supporting a speed study on County Road 40 (Cleveland Street) between CSAH 12 and CSAH 13. Councilmember Wagner introduced residents Ijaz and Laura Osman, 10616 175' Ave NW, who are concerned with the noise, speed, and volume of traffic on 175`' Ave NW. p 0 1 F a Iaj 01 NATURE]