5.1. SR 07-29-1996 - Laserfiche WebLink

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trunk sewer and water project requires a city contribution. Through these discussions, the city has reached an understanding for the best overall conceptual layout for a trunk utility system to service this area. This best overall general layout begins with the trunk sanitary sewer going "across" Highway 169 rather than going "down" Highway 169. It should be noted that obtaining easement for the trunk lines that go to east Elk River could take anywhere from nine to twelve months. This could be less if the city receives a petition for a small project, but could be the full 12 months if the trunk pipes have to go across non-petitioning lands to reach a petitioned area. As noted above, the city has a general idea of the best location for these lines, but more work needs to be completed in order to put a final trunk alignment plan in place. The city has recently received aerial topography for this part of the city to help identify the best trunk alignment. Directing the City Engineer to prepare a trunk alignment plan can take place without a public improvement project being ordered. If the City Council initiated a trunk utility project, it would require a 4/5 Council majority vote. Ultimately, it may be in the best interest of the city for any trunk project into eastern Elk River to be originated by a property owner's request and petition. A valid petition for public improvements requires a 3/2 Council majority vote to be approved. If a valid petition from a landowner/developer is received and a project ordered by the Council, then the city by 4/5 Council vote may consider expanding upon this petitioned project in order to provide services to a larger area. Attachments: · Public Informational Meeting Notice · Letter from Ronald Ebner · East Elk River Urban Service District Map · List of Notified Property Owners · Sections of Patchin Appraisal Report s:\council\agnm7-29.doc