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• • COUNCIL MINUTES MAY 27, 1997 Resolution No. 97 - 62 can be found at the end of these minutes. Resolution No. 97 - 64, Order Preparation of Report on Improvement, Lilac Street Utility Extension (4/5ths Vote) - Mr. Ahrens explained that Boe Ornamental is planning the construction of a new building to expand their business located on Lilac Street. Their property is not currently served by sanitary sewer or water and it is necessary that these utilities be made available to serve the new construction. In order to accommodate their schedule to complete their project this year, it is necessary that the City prepare a feasibility report to determine the construction costs and assessments. Mr. Ahrens reported staff has discussed the estimated assessment amounts with Boe Ornamental and they are still interested in the project. He stated he has contacted adjoining property owners and reached three of the five that will be effected by this project. Two indicated they were not interested and one indicated a cautious consent until the feasibility report provides a better estimate of the cost. Mr. Ahrens noted the properties on the south side of Lilac Street are located in the "Charter Exemption" area of Lino Lakes while properties on the north side of Lilac Street are Charter areas. Council could order the project and assess property owner for the improvement if a portion of the property owners object to the assessment amounts. However, this is a policy decision that Council will have to make depending on interest by the property owners in the project. He noted staffs recommendation the feasibility report be prepared to provide a better cost estimate. If the decision is reached not to pursue, this report could be used in the future. Mr. Schumacher inquired regarding a rough project estimate. Mr. Ahrens estimated 1,200 feet at $100 per lineal foot, or a range of $120,00 to $150,000. Council Member Bergeson stated most discussion about utility service has to do with residential properties and a long-term goal of the City should be to serve commercial and industrial properties so a feasibility study may be beneficial. Karen Boe, petitioner, stated she has nothing to add to staff's report. Mayor Landers asked if this is considered a City initiated project or property owner initiated project. Mr. Ahrens stated it is initiated by the property owner but since the number petitioning does not meet the required percentage, it is actually a City initiated project. Thus the requirement for a 4/5ths vote. Council Member Kuether expressed concern since only one property owner has indicated support. However, she believes a feasibility report should be done since it can be used in the future. Council Member Kuether stated she may not support the project if only one property owner is in support. Council Member Bergeson moved to adopt Resolution No. 97 - 64 as presented. Council Member Lydell seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. I':Al: 16