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City Council Minutes October 28, 1991 Page 2 e is to be assessed to properties other than the school si te. Terry Ma.urer indicated that the estimated total project cost was $465,424.50, plus overhead expenses, and was based on actual construction bids that were submitted in October. The City's Attorney, Peter Beck, reviewed the assessment appeal procedure. Mayor Tralle indicated that the assessment hearing is scheduled for November 6, at 7:00 at the Elk River Public Library. Mayor Tralle opened the public hearing. Bill Brady, of 12553 193rd, had several concerns. He stated that according to the original feasibility study, the cost for the project has increased 71%. Terry Maurer indicated that after soil borings were taken it was determined that there was more ground water to deal with than anticipated and, therefore, the installation method of the pipe as proposed in the original feasibility was not sui table. He indicated that this raised the cost considerably. Mr. Maurer indicated that 13 bids were received for the project and was satisfied that the City received the lowest bid possible. Mr. Brady questioned whether work has begun on the sewer line. Terry Maurer indicated that work has not begun on the sewer line. e Mr. Brady also questioned the benefit area. He questioned why only 198 acres were being assessed when the project actually benefits the entire northern area and felt the City should consider assessing the entire area. Terry Maurer indicated that the other areas Mr. Brady was referring to would be assessed when Phase II improvements were made. Mr. Brady questioned whether the sewer line would benefit these areas at the present time. Terry Maurer indicated that the area would not receive direct benefit. Mr. Brady indicated that he did not feel the City was treating him fairly by placing the assessment burden on a small area. Virginia Barnier indicated she owned property west of the elementary school. She questioned whether she would be able to connect to the sewer system if her property were sold. Terry Maurer explained that Ms. Barnier would have to petition the City for the improvements, thereby starting the assessment process for the Phase II improvements. There being no further comments, Mayor Tralle closed the public hearing. Council member Schuldt questioned whether the project could proceed if Mr. Brady's property were excluded from the project. Terry Maurer indicated that the cost would have to be absorbed by the remaining properties in the project. Councilmember Kropuenske indicated that the property owners i Dcluded in the proj ect area have the opportun i ty to gain direct benefits from the project. e COUNCILMEMBER KROPUENSKE MOVED TO ADOPT R.ESOLUTION 91-61, A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BTD AND AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF CONTRACT IN THE MATTER OF THE COUNTY STATE AID HIGHWAY #1 ELEMENTARY SCHOOL STREET AND UTILITY