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minimizes disruption to private property including impact to mature trees, but results in a higher cost of $104,000.00. The assessable portion remains at $41,400.00. Another issue raised with this alignment is that it appears to require disruption to a fairly large area of the street surface which is in decent shape. This replacement warrants the review for a street project given the remaining areas of Viking Drive are not in good shape. The estimated cost for a street improvement is between $42.00 and $50.00 per lineal front foot of property. It would include a 28 foot wide road with concrete curb and gutter. A street project could be further complicated by the turn back of the Viking Drive right -of -way from the State of Minnesota to Little Canada. Mr. Ernie Sellman stated that he favored Alignment #2 to avoid damage to mature trees on his property. He also would like to see the road flattened down due to steep slopes adjacent to his property and also to address drainage flows which impact his driveway. Harien Olsen indicated the need to maintain adequate cover over existing pipelines under the street right -of -way. Therefore, road grade changes may be minimal. Dave Harris then discussed water connection fees. He indicated that the connection charge is presently $300.00 with permit fees running $149.00. Property owners would also be responsible for running the service connection from the curb stop at the property line to their home. This cost can vary depending on the specifics of each home residents were encouraged to contact a licensed plumber to get a better idea of this cost. A question was raised about continued well operation. Dave Harris explained that the City does not require wells to be discontinued and sealed once city water is available. However these wells can not be connected to the City's water system. They could be used for outside watering as long as the systems are completely separated. Should well use be discontinued, then it should be sealed in accordance with State guidelines. The comments of those present indicated an appreciation of the City's new water main policy and that it results in a more equitable assessment. Those present wanted more time to think about the alignment options and the need for a street. The Administrator indicated that we would send out a survey similar to the one conducted approximately two years ago and ask for their input on the various options. Further explanation would be provided on the two options and the cost. It was also mentioned that if the project were to go forth, an improvement hearing would be held sometime in January assuming other projects were proceeding in the 1995 construction season. We also reviewed the impact estimated assessments would have on a yearly basis. Calculations we provided showing a $4600.00 water main assessment spread over a ten year period at 7 -3/4% interest as well as the same amount assessed over a fifteen year period at 8 -1/4 %. It was stated the City typically favors a ten year Page 7