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4.D Consolidation Study — Update Administrator Kueffner reported she had sent letters to all that were in attendance at the joint Lake Elmo/Baytown meeting that did not sign up for a committee. Said she feels the need is there for more representation from Lake Elmo. Said there was a 511 ratio of Baytown representatives vs. Lake Elmo representatives. Said the Fire Department was pulling together their plan, taking trial runs, Mayor John said he too, was disappointed at the number of Lake Elmo residents that attended the meeting. Administrator Kueffner said she had been in contact with Washington County Sheriffs Office, and that things were "off & running." Said it will all fit together and they break up into small groups. Some will get copies of the comprehensive plan, some zoning information and try to work out an agenda Suggest appointment their own chair and set their own meetings which could occur City Hall, hangars at LE Airport of Fire Hall. Also, Jim Gelbman would be attending the next meeting. Councilor DeLapp said there were about 70 people from Baytown and 15 people from Lake Elmo. If we are going to have a balanced committee, more from Lake Elmo must respond. Administrator Kueffner suggested the Commission members from Lake Elmo, who may have expertise in these areas would be a good resource for communicating. Councilor Hunt said a "booklet" could be published which detailed the process and may be very informative to residents. 5. CITY ENGINEER'S REPORT 5.A Janero Avenue Feasibility Report City Engineer Prew said the costs for this project is high. Said this is currently a private road and residents need to donate the right-of-way for this winter plowing. Clarified the meeting date with the residents is Wednesday, November 5, 1997 at City Hall. Councilor Hunt stated that any City participation on a private road was not appropriate. M/S/P DeLapp/Dunn — to adopt Resolution 97-52 receiving the feasibility report and call a public hearing on improvement of Janero Avenue (from 31" Street South). (Motion Passed 5-0). 5.13 Revised Engineering Standards City Engineer Prew reported he has made modifications to the City's Engineering Standards, specifically, the major change is in drawing 707 (taken from City of Lake Elmo Standard Details Index), which would refer to the installation of concrete curb and gutter. M/S/P Hunt/Conlin — to adopt the revised Engineering Standards as proposed by the City Engineer (and direct staff to prepare the corresponding ordinances). (Motion passed 4-1). Opposed; Dunn — no data available on a cost savings. 5.0 Wetland Treatment Ordinance City Engineer Prew reviewed the draft ordinance adding Section 720, alternate waste disposal system -wetland treatment system to the 197 Lake Elmo Municipal Code. Lake Elmo City Council 10/21/97