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various areas. Goals For Reducing Traffic Congestion. In reference to the Brookpark limited access, Mra Skoulis was concerned because the last curb cut approved was done so only at the request of a former mayor and was never approved by Council. These regulations are set forth in the codes of the Ohio Department of Transportation, there are no specific laws. He would like to recommend to Council that any curb cut request or any lifting of the limited access status on either Brookpark Road or Great Northern Boulevard must be done only with the approval of Council and possibly Planning Commission, after which a letter could be sent by the Mayor. Mra Schultz agreed and stated that they did suggest that some criteria should be set up by the city to approve these cutse Regarding Stearns Road extension, it was clarified that the State would not fund sound barriers, but the city should look into other funding. During the discussion, Mr. Tressler mentioned other bike paths which could tie North Olmsted Park to Bradley Woods, and a path could be extended along Stearns Road after it is redeveloped. Regarding the extension of the rapid, Mro Gorris did not believe that should be mentioned specifically in the plan, he thinks it should be stated that the city should work with RTA on exploring additional routes and transportation. Mr. Orlowski would like the rapid extension included. Mr. Skoulis would prefer a parking lot with shuttle service to one of the existing rapid stations. Cotmcilman Lind advised that there had been one but it had been eliminated because of lack of use. Mr. Schultz responded that the plan could include a11 of the suggested ideas for expanding public transportation, not just the one. Public Facilities and Infrastructure Goals. In reference to this section, Mr. Tressler explained that: a map showing the areas where sidewalks are lacking will be presented; the city does conduct annual assessments of the infrastructure and public- facilities; and it also has a Capital Improvement Plan but certain criteria are being revamped and requirements may change. Mr. Skoulis suggested that something should be done to improve the landscaping in the area of the sound baxriers on I-480. The members agreed that there should be some statement asking the appropriate government agency to maintain adequate landscaping along any roadway that they are responsible for. Mr. Tressler advised that there is a plan for a county wide computerized Geographical Information System which will give all pertinent information about each parcel in the county and all the information gathered for the Capital Improvement Plan will be entered into this program which will be available to various cities. Recreational Facilities Goals. In reference to this, Mr. Tressler advised that they are compiling a comprehensive evaluation of all suburban parks in Cuyahoga County which will be used to seek federal money which will be filtered down to various communities. Specifically in North Olmsted there is a need to upgrade North 07msted Clague Park since ball fields are in bad condition, and there is a lack of rest room facilities, picnic tables, etce Other parks are in good condition, but there is no sidewalk access to the soccer fields. He further pointed out that the wood chips being used as the base material tmder playground equipment is not ideal, and the best material would be a rubber matting which is quite expensive. In reference to a survey to determine wha.t residents really want for their recreational needs (it was decided not to do this for this plan), Mr. Gorris believed that if residents caxed they would attend recreation commission meetings. Mr. Tressler suggested that if they conducted a survey, they could get input from the children who would respond if the right questions were asked. Mr: Gorris suggested some exit questionnaires could be presented to the children who participate in the programs. Mr. Thomas pointed out that parents are only interested in recreational needs during the 15 year window when their children are participating. It was clarified that the Metroparks has formed a committee to improve both adjacent reservations and Mr. Steve Coles would be the person to contact for information. Mr. Tressler also 3