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COUNCIL MINUTES JUNE 24, 2002 costs have increased since 1994, however, it will now be possible for the City to utilize newer technology. He indicated the bid for this project in 1998 had been approximately $278,000. Mayor Bergeson asked if the funds are currently available for this project or whether a bond will be necessary. City Finance Director Rolek anticipated that the project would funded through available cash reserves from the Trunk Area and Unit Fund and the Sewer Utility Fund. Councilmember O'Donnell moved to adopt Resolution No. 02-65, Accepting Plans and Specifications and Authorizing Advertisement for Bids for the Black Duck Lift Station. Councilmember Dahl seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Resolution No. 02-65 can be found in the City Clerk's office. Consideration of Resolution No. 02-66, Accepting Feasibility ' epo and Calling of a Public Hearing on Improvements, 21st Avenue Street and Stor provements, Jim Studenski — City Engineer Studenski advised, at the March 12, 2001 Cosi cil meeting, a study was ordered to evaluate the construction of roadways and storm sewe . ` . ssociated costs on 21st Avenue, south of Main Street, and a portion of Northern Lights, - yard. The feasibility report was presented at the April 23, 2001 City Council meeti : The asibility report was revised on May 29, 2001, by reducing the length of the street improv: in 21st Avenue. City staff has updated the estimated costs and the project timetable for the City Engineer Studenski indicated City st feasibility report and call a hearing on t 2002, at which time a detailed review sting that the City Council receive the updated ements. The hearing is scheduled for August 8, ibility report will be presented. City Engineer Studenski noted, in ac .. ce with Minnesota State Statute 429, the update feasibility report is to be received by t �e d a public hearing scheduled. City Engineer Studenski advise City staff recommends adoption of Resolution No. 02-66, Receive the Feasibility Report and Call a ublic Hearing for August 12, 2002 for the 21st Avenue Street and Storm Sewer Improvements. Councilmember Carlson questioned whether an appraisal will be performed to determine whether the increase in market value of these improvements will be sufficient to justify the assessments. Community Development Director Grochala stated this will be evaluated. He indicated this will be an expensive project and there have been concerns expressed by citizens. He stated the intent at this point would be to follow through with the proposed process and hold an assessment hearing, which will begin the 30 -day appeal process. He noted this will allow the City to re-examine the project prior to committing to advertising for bids if appeals on the assessments are filed. City Engineer Studenski noted the major cost factor in this project was the connection to Main Street and the associated requirements of Anoka County. 15