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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL .IDLY 27, 2009 "fhe City Engineer noted that the Flipp property at 431 Brooks Avenue has development potential, and the Engineer explained the development deferral option wherein the assessment on the potential additional lot can be deferred until such time as the property subdivides. Interest would accrue on a development deferral. The City Administrator reported that the preliminary assessment roll presented this evening will be the final assessment roll that will be considered for adoption this October. Dick Flipp, 431 Brooks Avenue, asked the extent of the disturbance option beyond the existing pavement when the road is reconstructed. The City Engineer stated that, for the road itself, the area disturbed will not be much beyond the existing road surface. However, the Engineer is main concerned that grading to achieve positive drainage from yards could cause disturbance of at least 10 feet behind the curb. Flipp asked if he would have time to transplant some existing garden areas on his property, and asked how far back these gardens should be moved. "I'he City Engineer repotted that there would be a project plan review meeting with property owners, and these issues can be reviewed in detail at that meeting. The Engineer suggested, however, that at least five feet behind the existing pavement should be removed as soon as possible. Flipp commented on his lighting and irrigation systems, noting that he has six street lamps within five feet the street. The Engineer reported that the conll•actor will cut and cap the irrigation system during the construction project. The Engineer stated that he will evaluate the lighting in the area and come back with a recommendation. Bill Knaak, 2456 Arkwright, was concerned about drainage along Arkwright and the possibility of a pond in the ditch along the west side of Arkwright. The City Engineer indicated that he has not designed the project as of yet, but will look at the drainage issues closely. Dick Flipp reported that the lots at 2456 Arkwright and the one adjacent were originally filled in. The basement floors for these homes sit on the original ground level. Otto Witzmarm, 440 Brooks, asked about the type of curb and gutter. "I'he Engineer reported that barrier curbing is proposed. Blesener asked about driveway construction. It was noted that the curbing will be depressed at the driveway entrances. Concrete driveway aprons will be constructed three to four feet back from the curb line, and beyond that, the portion of driveway that requires reconstruction will be matched to existing materials.