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COUNCIL MINUTES JUNE 26, 2000 from the project. Stubs will be added at that property and costs will come out of the amount being assessed. Staff entered into the record two -(2) letters that have been received from residents. The first letter is from Mr. Pete Schroeder, 7981 Nancy Drive. Mr. Schroeder's letter indicated his objection to the assessments. Staff read the letter in its entirety. The second letter was received from Mr. Raymond Johnson at 7977 Nancy Drive. The letter expressed his concerns regarding the project. Staff addressed the concerns raised in the letter. Copies of the letters can be found in the City Clerk's office. Council Member Carlson clarified the amount of reduction in the project if bituminous is used instead of concrete for curb and gutter. She referred to the letter from Mr. Johnson and asked if the blacktop that is currently at the end of Vicky Lane will be replaced. Staff advised the bituminous was restored as part of another project. d to a map indicating where the curb will begin and end. Council Member Carlson advised one property owner has pe the map. She stated the cost is now spread over the re happen when that property owner does want to ho Staff advised the property owner would p will be comparable or may be slightly lit., Council Member Carlson clar' 1 icated that property on owners. She asked what will • es if a future hook up is desired. The cost ID nal assessments would not go back to the property owners if that resident hoo ture. The City Administrato long the bituminous curb would last. She also asked who pays for it if it has to be replace Staff advised concrete curb and gutter lasts much longer. Concrete will last about 10-15 years. Repair of bituminous comes out of the Public Service budget. Council Member Reinert inquired about the criteria for opting out of the project. Staff advised the criteria is per the City Charter. There is a 60 -day waiting period after the hearing held last Fall. Residents would submit a letter to the City. If most residents want the project to be ended, the Council has to determine if the project should proceed based on financial information. Council Member O'Donnell stated that if the appraisals are done and show the increase of value to the property only $10,000, assessments can only be in that amount. Staff advised that is correct. The City will then have to determine if there are enough assessment funds to pay for the project. 4