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COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 11, 1988 casing pipe through the area. This will cost approximately $20,000.00. The wood piling method would cost approximately $38,000.00 and the third method of laying sheeting would cost over $100,000.00. Mr. Bisel expressed disappointment because this problem was not addressed when designing the utility installation. Mr. Stahlberg explained how this problem occurred. Ponds in Residential Areas - Mr. Reinert expressed concern because some of the ponds in his area that should be governed by a homeowners association are already turning green. He recalled how the developer had explained to the Council how the ponds will be maintained so that the problem will not occur. Mayor Benson asked that the agreement with the homeowners be researched and this information brought to the Council. Sewer and Water Rate Increase Public Hearing - Mr. Bisel moved to set the public hearing for May 9, 1988 at 7:45 P.M. Mr. Bohjanen seconded the motion. Motion carried un- animously. Mr. Bisel moved to set the following rate increases: - Effective Second Quarter (July 1, 1988) Sewer Rate $36.00 per quarter, User Fee $15.00 and Water Rate $1.10 per 1,000 gallons. - Effective First Quarter (Janaury 1, 1989) Sewer Rate $36.00 per quarter, User Fee $20.00 and Water Rate $1.20 per 1,000 gallons. - April 1, 1989 look at the cost of operation of the utilty system and the possible increase in rates and then look at the operation of the system every first quarter thereafter. Mr. Bohjanen seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Progress Report of all Bond Funds - Mr. Marier had requested that all debt funds be reviewed annually to determine what percentage was completed and what the delinquent rate is for each fund. The Council will be receiving further information on this matter. PAGE 14