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. . . Elk River City Council Minutes March 9, 1992 page 2 options Maurer report range from short term solutions to long term reviewed the options which are explained in (dated February, 1992). solutions. Terry the feasibility Terry Maurer reviewed the proposed cost for the improvements. He noted that the estimated project cost for sanitary sewer, storm sewer and street construction is $1,029,100. Terry Maurer then reviewed the added cost for three water improvement options. He noted that the cost of the water improvements would vary from $884,500 to $1,532,200, depending upon the option chosen. Terry Maurer further noted that he is proposing that the Council deviate from the Assessment Manual and assess the street in Area 3 on a per acre basis. Mayor Tralle noted that although this is not a public hearing, many of the major property owners are in attendance and therefore he opened the meeting to the public. Lloyd Brutlag, School District 728, indicated that the School District has a concern regarding compensation for storm water drainage onto the School District property. David Flannery, School District 728, voiced his concern regarding the amount of assessable acreage in the School District for this project. Bill Cherrier indicated he had a number of concerns regarding easement agreements. He indicated that a majority of his property was considered wetland property and did not feel it would be assessable. Councilmember Schuldt indicated that he had a major concern regarding traffic on Jackson Avenue and other streets such as School Street if development, as previously discussed with developers, takes place. Dick Enstad indicated he had a concern regarding the amount of the assessments and if the cost would exceed the benefit received. Councilmember Holmgren questioned when the feasibility was authorized. Terry Maurer stated that the feasibility was authorized by the City Council at the September 23, 1991 meeting. He stated that the feasibility was initiated by the City Council and as such would require some 4/5 majority votes by the Council. Councilmember Holmgren further noted that the School concerned about their assessments. He also stated very poor east/west transportation corridor and he the density of the area with commercial development District is very that the City has a is concerned about along Highway 169. John Weicht indicated that if there is a need for a property owner petition, he can submit one. This would then allow the project to move forward on a 3/5 Council vote. He further stated that if the area is going to develop, municipal improvements are necessary. He noted that the property owners who do not wish to see City services at the present time will eventually need these services in the future.