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MINUTT'rS <br />CITY COUNCIL <br />JANUARY 31, 2005 <br />that if homeowners band together and hire a contractor, they should be <br />able to realize a cost savings for this work. Cost of connection to the <br />house could be in the neighborhood of $3,500 but the actual cost for each <br />residence is depending upon the specific conditions for that property. The <br />Engineer also noted that property owners will be asked to stake their well <br />locations since it would be advisable to run the water service in this same <br />vicinity. <br />Mark Weavers noted that the sanitary sewer only has about 3 feet of cover <br />in some areas. Weavers was concerned that if the road is lowered, there <br />would be the potential for the sewer freezing. The City Engineer indicated <br />that if the road design impacts the cover over the sewer, it would be <br />insulated. It was suggested that the rain gardens not be put over sewer <br />services so as not to impact the cover over these services. <br />One resident asked about having driveways redone when the driveway <br />aprons are being installed. The City Engineer indicated that he did not <br />believe the contractor would have the equipment to do a small job such as <br />driveway replacement. However, that would be between the property <br />owner and the contractor and at the property owners cost. Driveway <br />aprons are typically four feet wide measured from the edge of the street <br />and running toward the property. <br />Dr. Skipsted asked how the project would impact the drainage of his <br />driveway. The Engineer indicated that the Skipsted driveway will still <br />continue to drain to the street. Skipsted was concerned about his sanitary <br />sewer service. The Engineer indicated that elevations will not change in <br />this area; as a result, there should be no impact. <br />One resident noted that the pavement is not centered in the right-of--way <br />and asked if that will be changed as a result of the new project. The <br />Engineer stated that he is proposing the pavement location remain as is <br />given there would be less impact to abutting properties. <br />A resident asked about fine hydrant locations- The Engineer explained <br />these. Another resident asked if Xcel's underground service would be <br />updated. The Engineer replied that Xcel will look at their system and <br />make whatever upgrades they feel necessary. The Administrator indicated <br />that the City will encourage Xcel to update the lines as needed. <br />Skipsted asked about street lighting. The City Administrator stated that <br />the City would review its street lighting policy to determine if additional <br />lights are needed. <br />One resident asked that on street parking be allowed on one side of the <br />street- Other property owners agreed. <br />7 <br />