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. . . Elk River city Council Meeting september 13, 1993 Page 5 The City Council recessed at 7:12 p.m. for the EDA Meeting and reconvened at 8:45 p.m. 8. storm Drainage study Terry Maurer stated that the Comprehensive storm Drainage Plan will be a tool to be used by agencies, commissions, and groups with active roles in the planning and development of the City of Elk River. He indicated that information such as the best locations for ponding, storm water, and the necessary size of each ponding area will allow planners to develop land and property that drains properly and provides the maximum benefit to property owners. Terry Maurer's discussion focused mainly on Exhibit 7 of the storm Drainage Plan which outlines drainage districts in the City of Elk River. Terry Maurer reviewed the storm drainage problems occurring at Main and Evans. He indicated that the City has two options which are either to combine the correction with the street improvements or to solve the drainage problem by itself. Mayor Duitsman stated that he felt the number one concern is the area located by Waddy Schultz and George Deschenes property. Terry Maurer indicated that there are really three major concerns at this time; the Deerfield area, the Waddy Schultz/George Deschenes area, and the Main Street and Evans area. The Council also discussed drainage issues related to commercial development north of School street along Highway 169. The Council improvement referendum, which would funding options for a city-wide storm drainage Funding options included assessments, tax levy, payments, and a city-wide storm drainage fee through the utility billing system. discussed program. developer be billed The City Administrator indicated that the City staff recommendation would be a city-wide storm drainage billing. The City Administrator indicated that this would be discussed in further detail with the Finance Director, City Attorney, and the City Engineer and be presented to the Council at a later date. COUNCILMEMBER SCHEEL MOVED TO AUTHORIZE THE CITY STAFF TO CONTINUE WORKING ON THE COST, TIMING, AND FUNDING OF THE MAJOR STORM DRAINAGE PROBLEMS IN THE CITY INCLUDING DEERFIELD, WADDY SCHULTZ/GEORGE DESCHENES AREA, AND MAIN STREET AND EVANS AVENUE. COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0. 9. Staff Updates/other Business Jackson Avenue Sidewalk - Terry Maurer, City Engineer, indicated that the Council previously authorized the construction of a sidewalk along Jackson Avenue from School Street to Highland Avenue. Terry Maurer suggested that the Council consider constructing a bituminous pathway from the northern school parking lot north. He indicated that the construction of a concrete sidewalk at this time would conflict with future plans. He stated that the construction of a bituminous pathway would be less expensive, address the immediate problem, and can be removed at the time of future construction. He further indicated that