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SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 14, 1993 WITH THE HUGO CITY COUNCIL Hugo. She also asked if the City of Hugo had been notified of the City of Lino Lakes plans. Mayor Reinert explained that this is part of the reason for the meeting. He also said that once the Centerville annexation matter is finalized, he hoped that the City of Centerville would join the City of Hugo and the City of Lino Lakes to discuss a master plan for the entire area so that the development in the area would be compatible for all three (3) municipalities. Each city would benefit. Council Member Bergeson asked if the City of Hugo has made any plans for the area. Council Member Barnes said no but the City of Hugo would like to be involved. She explained that she would like to see the entire process be "up front" and invite the Hugo citizens to be a part of the process. Mr. Schneider continued his presentation by explaining that the wetlands in the area will make development difficult. He noted that Lino Lakes is developing a plan for construction of a state aid road and for utilities in the area. At this time there may not be a market for the area. Council Member Miron asked if the freeway had an impact in servicing the area east of the freeway. Mr. Schneider explained that it is an obstruction, however the City does plan to have a water tower and wells on the east side of the freeway in the future. He noted that these systems can be interconnected with the system in Hugo and/or Centerville. Mr. Schneider explained that Lino Lakes currently has a system interconnected with the City of Shoreview. Mr. Schumacher suggested that both City Councils consider appointing a committee that would study any significant issues arising in the "corridor" surrounding I35E. Council Member Kuether suggested drawing the perimeter of this corridor and when anything significant is proposed for the corridor, both City Councils would meet to discuss the matter. Mayor Reinert suggested that a "master plan" be prepared for the corridor. Council Member Miron noted that the critical part of expanding sewer and water services is the cost. He suggested that since the two (2) municipalities border each other, it may be in the best interest of both municipalities to share both the benefits and costs in projects. Council Miron said it seemed ridiculous to build a water tower in that area and not serve beyond the Lino Lakes boundary. Mr. Schneider explained that it would be less expensive to build a million gallon tower rather than two (2) 500,000 gallon towers and share the use based on an agreement. Council Member Miron said that the City of Hugo would be interested in development proposed for east of I35E and that entire corridor. PAGE 2 1