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June 1, 2020 City Attorney Beck stated statute grants the DNR the responsibility of determining the watershed and determining the boundaries of the lake improvement district. When the time for assessment comes, the council could determine to take properties out of the LORE assessment, but they. could not spread the cost over the remaining properties in an amount to exceed $4,000. There will be a separate public hearing on the drawdown which will occur if the project moves forward. The subsequent assessment hearing will happen at the end of the project, sometime in 2021. Moved by Councilmember Christianson and seconded by Councilmember Westgaard to adopt Resolution 20-30 establishing: 1. The City Council finds that the LORE project is consistent with the goals and objectives of the city, and promotes the health, safety, and welfare of the city's residents. 2. The City Council finds that the LORE project is necessary and feasible to remove accumulated sediment in the lake to improve lake quality, stabilize shoreline erosion, improve fish and wildlife habitat, and improve recreational opportunities and navigation on Lake Orono. 3. The City Council finds that the funding for the project is a cost-effective means of financing the necessary improvements to Lake Orono. 4. The City Council orders, by 4/5 or more vote of its members, that the LORE project proceed. 5. The City Council approves the plans for the LORE project and authorizes the project to be bid. Motion carried 5-0. 8.1 CSAH 12 (Main Street/ 181" Avenue) Reconstruction Project Mr. Femrite presented the staff report. Andrew Witter, Sherburne County Engineer, and Barb Burandt, Sherburne County Commissioner, were in attendance. Councilmember Westgaard asked how to pay for the project. Mr. Femrite stated the money could come from the Municipal State Aid (MSA) account since the Twin Lakes Rd/Kelly Pkwy project has moved to the future. Councilmember Westgaard was leery about borrowing against future funding. His biggest concern was the lack of communication between the city and county resulting in such a large and unexpected expense. However, he feels this is a rare opportunity to get an important project done. Councilmember Wagner agreed this road needs to be brought up to date as it is no longer part of a rural area. She agrees there are concerns about how the cost came out of nowhere. Councilmember Christianson wondered why it wasn't tied to a turn back option. P0NEIEI a NATURE