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1 1 1 COUNCIL MINUTES NOVEMBER 26, 1990 this evening. Mr. Schneider said yes. Cheryl Bussen, 6719 Partridge Place explained that the major problem in the area is a garden located on the Outlot and a dam that was constructed which has caused water to backup into her backyard. She asked why the swale is proposed to be located on her property line and not where the problem is. It also appears that the swale will be constructed in the area where trees are nicely established. Mrs. Bussen asked what will prevent people from constructing other dams. She also noted that a one inch (1 ") swale will not handle much water and asked why PVC pipe is not being considered. Mr. Schneider explained that PVC pipe would have to be installed very shallow under the ground. The pipes would freeze during the winter and thaw slowly in the spring causing a backup of water creating a worse problem. Mr. Hawkins explained that since the City would retain a drainage easement over the entire Outlot, it would be illegal for anyone to regrade any portion of the Outlot. This matter is covered in the restrictive covenants and anyone violating the covenants could be prosecuted. Council Member Reinert noted that it appears that the Bussen lot should have been filled in more prior to building the house. Mrs. Bussen explained that Regency Homes had told her that the grading was approved by the City and that there should be no backup of water. Mrs. Bussen asked if the swale does not handle the water and the water starts to head for her property, what can be done? Council Member Reinert explained that the City must resolve the water problem according to the restrictive covenants. He also noted that as in any watershed, the lower end of the watershed received more water. Mr. Schneider noted that near the exit of the watershed, the swale will be more than two inches (2 ") and will be sloped and blended well. The area can be mowed as part of the lawn. Mrs. Bussen explained that since the water backed up in a very dry year onto her property, people will dam more and cause more water to back up onto her property. She asked what assurances are there that the City will address this problem. Council Member Reinert said that he is relying on the City Engineer to properly design and construct the swales to prevent any problems. Mr. Schneider noted that swales have a lot more capacity than pipes, however, they must be kept clear of all obstruction, especially in the spring. Carole Johnson, 6742 East Shadow Lake Drive explained that she owns the garden on the Outlot. She explained that a dozer was brought in this spring to alleviate the water problem on the back PAGE 6 099