 The Bemidji City Council will decide on the installation of a new pedestrian crosswalk located across Trunk Highway 197 at the Dairy Queen. The request comes from residents and has been discussed by some city council members over the last few years. According to city documents, MENDOT has been hesitant to either install a crosswalk or allow the city to install one. The crosswalk would be a push button, activated flashing pedestrian beacon similar to the one that was installed last year at the University Heights site. The total budget for the project would be $42,000 if approved. If you've enjoyed this segment of Lakeland News, please consider making a tax-deductible contribution to Lakeland Public Television.