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.