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COUNCIL MINUTES NOVEMBER 24, 1997 proposed utilities would not be available. Mr. Schwartz corresponded with Mr. Ahrens indicating his request to have his property included in the proposed project. Mr. Ahrens reviewed this matter with project consultants, it has been determined that Mr. Schwartz' request can be accommodated within this project. Council Member Neal asked if it would not be more feasible to route the proposed utility lines so as to accommodate Mr. Schwartz then across to the school. Mr. Ahrens explained that two separate jackings have been explored, one to most efficiently service the school's needs and the other to serve the properties on the opposite side of the street from the school. Council Member Kuether asked why certain property owners would be assessed at a higher rate than others. Mr. Ahrens explained that the residential properties within this project area fall under the Bisel Amendment, and that the properties located on the south side of Main Street are assessed at a higher rate. Council Member Lyden asked how the properties on the northeast and southeast corners of Lake Drive and Main Street are perceived as being served in the future. Mr. Ahrens stated that presently the expectation is that a separate project would be required including a separate lateral on the east side of Lake Drive. He added that if Council so desires, this addition can be made to the current project. Mayor Landers requested clarification that the entire project area is within the jurisdiction of the City Charter. Mr. Ahrens stated that it is. Mayor Landers opened the public hearing for this proposed project at 6:55 p.m. Dick Quanbeck of the T.F. James Company (which owns the Tom Thumb property) stated that generally he is supportive of the project, and asked for clarification regarding the assessment period, the rate of interest to be charged, and the SAC. Council confirmed that the assessment period is 15 years, and that the rate of interest is two points more than that paid by the City for the bond. Mr. Quanbeck then asked if there would be a water accessibility charge in addition to the SAC. Mr. Ahrens stated that there is no water accessibility charge. Mr. Quanbeck also asked how connection at some future date would effect the charges as presented. Mr. Ahrens explained that the area and unit charges are adjusted annually, and that properties would be assessed at the current rate at the time of connection. Al Robinson, 8299 Fourth Avenue, asked about availability of utilities for the property south of Main and east of Lake Drive. Mr. Ahrens explained that the closest available sewer would be at the 79th Street alignment on the east side. Mr. Robinson also asked if the capacity of the proposed lines would serve the entire quadrant of the City all the way to Pine Street, to which Mr. Ahrens responded in the affirmative. There being no further input, Council Member Bergeson moved to close the public hearing at 7:00 p.m. Council Member Lyden seconded the motion. 4