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LAKE ELMO CITY COUNCIL MINUTES <br /> DECEMBER 11, 2012 <br /> <br />Page 4 of 4 <br /> <br />believe assessing the Keats Avenue properties was fair. In her opinion, it was not equitable with the rest of the community. There was a discussion regarding a resident who was waiting to decide on connecting until the cost was determined. Mr. Griffin reminded everyone how the assessment policy operated and the purpose of the Lateral Benefit charge. It was noted that the Keats Avenue properties would not be assessed the 100% like the adjacent streets and cul-de-sacs would. This in itself is a benefit. The benefit of access to city water in the event the groundwater develops issues at a later date was discussed. Mayor Johnston noted that this point needs to be addressed when the final decision is made. Discussion was had about the fact that the lower the initial fee, the more likely additional property owners would elect to pay up front. <br />D: CITY UPDATES City Administrator Zuleger reported that Lennar Homes presented a concept plan at the last Planning Commission meeting. It received mixed results. Planners were generally pleased with presentation. The main issue was the builder’s architectural styles. There is another national builder looking at development in the Village. Met Council 2013 projections will be coming out soon. There may be room for extension and adjustment on the comp plan based on growth in the area. There may be a need for another meeting in December to pay bills. Possible workshop topic not granting permits to contractors who owe City money. Also, staff is trying to keep all developer meeting open and public. There was a discussion that the City should have a better and clear policy regarding developer meetings. Planning Department has a new wide-format printer. It was only half the budgeted amount. <br /> <br /> Adjourned open meeting at 8:10 P.M. LAKE ELMO CITY COUNCIL <br /> _______________________________________ Mike Pearson, Mayor ______________________________________ Dean Zuleger, City Administrator