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• well ans septic systems. Staff referred to the Lakes Addition project that resulted in property owners paying 25% of the costs of street reconstruction and storm sewer. Mayor Bergeson reminded those present that the Lakes Addition project did not come out of the general fund. Voters approved the project. The prioritized list would be put on a ballot for voters to decide. The same process will be used for other streets that are on that list. The Council has asked the City Engineer to re -prioritize again incorporating well and septic systme conditions. Staff added the next ballot will be in the fall of 2001 for 2002 - 2003 construction per direction from the Council and Charter Commission. Mr. Bye read the Charter regarding assessments and asked if that will be considered. Staff advised that if the project proceeds it may have to be placed on the ballot this fall. Mr. Bye stated that a number of the residents need to do something systems. He asked what is available to solve the problem. He i though he is being told there is nothing he can legally do. W The City Attorney asked if emergency situations all was noted that staff has talked to the Health De to eliminate the problem unless there are exte eir failing eels as dents do? ility assessments. It sid is do have a time limit tances. City y s o provide the Council with The Attorney advised that emer ,�� flexibility. In relation to assess - _.= must be proven. Mayor Bergeson stated t Board that what is more been explored rela es there is a notion within the Planning and Zoning s preferable to less conforming. That notion has not is systems. Staff noted the City lowed to be more restrictive relating to septic systems. The City cannot be less restric ve than the County or State. Mayor Bergeson suggested Council Members meet with staff to discuss options. The City Administrator asked if staff is aware of which systems are failing. Staff advised they have not done on-site inspections due to the appearance of forcing assessments on residents. The City Administrator stated she believes it is appropriate to convene a staff group to meet with residents. It is not the intent of the City or Council to leave residents hanging. Staff, residents, and Council can work together to find a solution. Mayor Bergeson stated a group meeting can be pursued. The staff recommendation is not to proceed with the project.