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HomeMy WebLinkAboutgr00090_000043_pg044February 14, 1977 Page 14 it would be normally. This grant would cover about 30% of the storm water drainage project. Administrator Achen explained that the Staff felt it would be easier for the undeveloped land to pay the assessments than the developed land. layor Pickar asked if this would be discriminating against the multiple and commercial property. Administrator Achen stated that HUD wouldn't look favorably at spending funds of revenue producing property. Administrator Achen stated that this project may be easier to sell because the residential assessments will not be that great. Administrator Achen reviewed the remaining section of storm drainage work. He suggested that the City apply for Public Works Grant money for this work. The remaining section includes about 50% of the City. Engineer Hubbard stated that without the funding, the cost would be about S525 per lot. If the funding was approved, it would reduce the assessment to about S1E0 per lot. Administrator Achen stated that he did not know what the chances of getting the grant were. The City of Blaine justified their application on the basis of eminent public hazards. Mounds View plans are based more on a significant public problem. Administrator Achen stated that they would site the report in their application. Mayor Pickar stated that he felt this proposal makes more sense and is more saleable. Administrator Achen suggested that the City hire someons'afi • a consulting basis if the City is asked to submit final plans. Then the application will have pretty good chance of receiving approval. Attorney Meyers stated that there will also be right of way acquisition costs involved. 1SP (Ziebarth-,Baumgartner) to authorize the Mayor to execute application on behalf of the City for this project. 4 ayes Councilmember Rowley stated that she would like to keep the public informed and up to date on this. ATTORNEY MEYER'S REPORT. Attorney Meyers stated that by the next meeting, the City will have to make arrangements to pay the final balance on the BE Enterprises billing. ADMINISTRATOR ACHEN'S REPORT AdministratorAchen stated that this was Carla Wirth's last meeting. She will be working for the City of Coon Rapids. Mayor Pickar thanked Carla for her work. ENGINEER HUBBARD had nothing to report.