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168 COUNCIL WORK SESSION JANUARY 17, 1989 it could be developed similar to the area of 35W and County Road C. It was noted that platting an area prior to any expected development could also be a hinderance. Mr. Reinert explained that sometimes you have to plan in advance to make the amenities available. It was noted that in a true industrial park concept, industries must fit into the scheme. Mr. Bisel explained that the Economic Development Committee (EDC) is dealing with this concept now. They do not want helter skelter development. Mr. Reinert explained what happened in Wausau, Wisconsin. Mayor Benson felt that what ever is decided for east of 35E would not be done this year. Mayor Benson asked if the extension of 7th Avenue South to 62nd Street could be considered this year. Mr. Stahlberg explained the utilities should be completed with the street and at this time there is not enough support for a gravity sewer system. Mr. Bisel referred to West Shadow Lake Drive and asked if the County will eventually be able to get access to the golf course through Aqua Lane. Mr. Stahlberg explained the problems regarding archeology studies. He also noted that permits would be needed to cross wetlands in this area. Mayor Benson referred to 34th Avenue, north of Main Street and asked if this could be pursued with Hugo and Anoka and Washington Counties. Mr. Volk explained that he had met with the Administrator of Hugo and this side of Hugo is low priority for them. Mayor Benson said development in Lino Lakes could force Hugo to change their priorities. Mr. Stahlberg explained that Tilsen Homes have submitted a potential development plan for property they own on Elm Street and utility services would be needed for this development. He also explained how utilities could be installed on the rear of the lots on the north side of Elm Street thereby eliminating the need to put utilities in the street. Mayor Benson said he felt the citizens should be asked if they want utilities first. Mr. Bisel explained how he felt utilities could be placed in Elm Street to Lake Drive and then north to service the entire area south of 35W and Lake Drive. He'explained this route could eliminate the need -to cross under 35W with utilities a second time. Mayor Benson discussed with Mr. Hawkins how the City Charter prohibits the use of general funds for improvement projects. Mr. Hawkins explained that generating enough funds to pay for the improvement is difficult especially when the City has adopted the policy of not forcing property owners along the line to hook up to the services. The Council asked Mr. Stahlberg to prepare a cost estimate of PAGE 2