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• • • COUNCIL MINUTES JULY 13,1998 complete and the final phase was initiated recently with the public hearing held at the June 22, 1998, Council meeting. Mr. Ahrens referred to a report that included information presented at the public hearing including project summary, description of the regional storm water pond, estimated project schedule, and project costs and financing. Mr. Ahrens stated that staff recommends approval of Resolution No. 98 - 102. Council Member Neal asked if the VFW has agreed to sell their property and when the project will be completed. Mr. Ahrens stated that the VFW has not yet agreed to sell their property. The project will be completed in spring, 1999. Council Member Neal asked how a price for the property is determined. Mr. Ahrens explained that an appraisal on the property has been done. The City has retained a firm to negotiate the purchase of the properties. Council Member Neal asked what will happen if the owners of the VFW sell their property before a deal is completed with the City. Mr. Ahrens stated that the City will obtain an easement from the new property owners. Council Member Lyden asked if the pond shown on the diagram is the ultimate size. Mr. Ahrens indicated that the pond shown on the diagram shows the ultimate pond size. The pond will be built in stages. Council Member Lyden expressed concern regarding a pond 12' deep so close to the road. Mr. Ahrens stated that the County will have comments regarding the pond. The pond will be outside of the right-of-way. At this time, there are no safety issues regarding the pond. Council Member Lyden asked how deep is a typical pond. Mr. Ahrens explained that the pond bottom is a minimum of 6' deep. The size is determined by the amount of run off coming into the pond. There are also a number of other factors that determine pond size. This issue will come back before Council for approval. The pond will be discussed much more in detail at that time. Council Member Bergeson asked if the two (2) homes have been acquired. Mr. Ahrens stated that the City is still in discussion with the two (2) property owners. Eminent domain notices have been sent out. Council Member Neal asked who is purchasing the houses. Mr. Hawkins stated that the City will purchase the land and the houses. The Council will determine what to do with the houses. Council Member Bergeson asked about the time frame regarding the two (2) planned economic development projects. Mr. Wessel stated that the convenience store project has been delayed. The utility hook up for the new bank will be tight regarding the planned opening of the bank.