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e e COUNCIL MINUTES DECEMBER 16, 1996 Mr. Tagg reiterated that he doesn't wish to delay the project, but remains concerned about being assessed on too large a portion of his property immediately, making it a hardship to maintain until such time as he might be able to sell. Council Member Bergeson pointed out two "check point" dates: One being the date of this evening's meeting, and the other being the date of the Board of Equalization meeting. Both of these meetings would be opportunities to revisit this issue. Council Member Neal asked Mr. Wessel if it is truly imperative that the project be approved at this meeting. Mr. Wessel responded that this step of ordering the project is critical. There will be opportunities to review Mr. Tagg's assessment issue as outlined by Council Member Bergeson. Mr. Tagg added that he wants the project to go forward, but that he wants consideration of his concerns. Council Member Neal moved to approve Resolution No. 96 - 156, as presented. Council Member Lyden seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Resolution No. 96 - 156 can be found at the end of these minutes. Consideration of Calling a Public Hearing on Proposed Utility Rates for the Next Three Years, January 13, 1997 - Mr. Ahrens reminded Council that over the past several work sessions utility rates have been discussed. Based upon the last of these meetings, January 13, 1997 was determined to be appropriate for a public hearing on this matter. Mr. Ahrens explained that current utility rates were set in January of 1994, and will expire at the end of this year. Therefore, it is essential to set the utility rates prior to billing by the City, which is scheduled to take place in February of 1997. Council Member Bergeson moved to set the public hearing for January 13, 1997 at 6:45 p.m. Council Member Neal seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Consideration of Resolution No. 96 - 169, Order Improvements and Preparation of Plans and Specifications, Otter Lake Service Road Street and Utilities Improvements (4/5ths vote) - Mr. Ahrens recommended that consideration of all matters regarding this project be tabled until the January 13, 1997 regular City Council meeting due to the number of unanswered questions regarding this project. Mr. Wessel agreed with Mr. Ahrens' recommendation. Council Member Lyden moved to table consideration of Resolutions No. 96 -169, 96 - 170 and 96 - 171 until the January 13, 1997 City Council meeting. Council Member Bergeson seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Consideration of Resolution No. 96 - 172, Authorize Acquisition of Property by Demean Proceedings and Eminent Domain, I -35W Trunk Highway 49 Lake Drive Commercial Development Area Trunk Utilities - Mr. Ahrens explained that this resolution would authorize the City to acquire certain properties through eminent domain proceedings. It is imperative that this be approved in order to meet the schedule with respect to the trunk utility project ordered previously this evening. He added that approval at this time represents the starting point for acquiring the property needed for preparation of the proper legal