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COUNCIL MINUTES July 27, 1998 • 2. A $500 Park Dedication fee be collected for the newly created lot prior to recording the subdivision with Anoka County. • Mrs. Janet Hill, 298 Elm Street, came forward and stated that she had contacted Council Members and given them the background regarding her property. She presented the background again. She indicated that she has spend a lot of money on her property. The total right-of-way dedicated to the City will cost her an approximately $9,222. She asked the Council to trade the sewer hook-up fee for the right-of-way the City is asking for. She noted that Council should speak to the neighborhood regarding the widening of Elm Street and alternative proposals. Mayor Sullivan stated this issue was discussed at the last Council Work Session. She asked if staff had contacted Mr. and Mrs. Hill since that meeting. Mr. Wessel stated that staff attempted to contact Mr. and Mrs. Hill. He indicated the Hill's would not speak to staff but wanted to address Council directly. Mrs. Hill stated that she was not invited to the Council Work Session. She was asked by Ms. Wyland to discuss the issue with staff. She stated she has already spoken with Mr. Ahrens. Mayor Sullivan stated that she understood the variance granted for Wenzel Farms was because of lot size. She asked if there was any compensation for the sewer and water hook-up. Mr. Brixius stated that the variance was granted due to lot size. He stated that he was not present in 1991 so he was unsure of any compensation for hook-up. Mayor Sullivan asked if Outlot A was purchased from Mr. Hokanson. Mrs. Hill indicated that they did purchase the outlot. Mrs. Hill said there was a verbal agreement with the City to purchase the lot from Mr. Hokanson, however, the sale was not completed until recently. Mayor Sullivan asked if the trees in the right-of-way would be removed. Mr. Ahrens explained that upon reconstruction of Elm Street it is possible the trees will have to be removed, subject to Council approval. He stated it is likely the reconstruction can work around the trees. Mrs. Hill asked if the trees can survive that close to the street. She asked where the snow removal placement will be. Mr. Ahrens explained that there should be enough room on the right- of-way for the snow removal. Mayor Sullivan asked about sewer assessment compensation. Ms. Anderson indicated there was no compensation from the City for the sewer connections on the Ulmer's Rice Lakes addition lots. They were charged the same rate as the lots in the Wenzel Farms subdivision. Mayor Sullivan asked if Mrs. Hill is required to update her septic system. Mrs. Hill stated that if she continues to live in the home she does not need to update the septic system. If the home is sold the State Statute will require an updated septic system. • Mr. Kluegel noted that a "cesspool" is considered a septic system failure. It does not meet City Code.