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City Council meeting of February 20, 2002 Page 3 APPROVAL OF DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT FOR VICTOR GARDENS For the past several months, City staff has met with Len Pratt, the developer for Victor Gardens, to revise the Development Agreement to the satisfaction of both parties. City Attorney Dave Snyder and CD Director John Rask have made all the necessary revisions to the Development Agreement. Haas made motion, Granger seconded, to approve the Development Agreement for Victor Gardens as amended. All aye. Motion Carried. 165'` STREET DITCH CLEANING AND ONEKA LAKE OUTLET PROJECT At its January 7, 2002 meeting, the Hugo City Council accepted the feasibility study for the 16P Street Ditch/Oneka Lake Outlet Project, prepared by Water Resource Engineer Pete Willenbring from WSB Engineers at the direction of the Council. Council directed staff to schedule a public hearing on the project in order to take public comment regarding whether to proceed with the project. As Council is aware, staff suggested up -front payment from the major landowners in order for the project to be fully funded and to proceed. Pete Willenbring presented the project's scope and highlighted suggested funding methods. Mayor Miron opened the public hearing with the following making public comment: Greg Bernier, 15 44 Forest Blvd., questioned whether an easement would affect building setbacks requirements, and was advised that the setback would not be affected. Staff will research a setback with the City's building official for a building constructed by Mr. Bernier. Elizabeth Hex, ann, 6189 165th Street, questioned whether the project would include her property north of the Busy B Enterprise property. Engineer Willenbring stated that the City would include this area if property owners would agree to grant easements to the City for no charge. Bryon Bogenrief, 16120 Harrow Avenue, was concerned with the level of Oneka Lake and what "safety valve" would be in place if the project had to be stopped. It was suggested that because the DNR would have made a financial investment in Oneka Lake for the purchase of the Berning.property, that they would be diligent in making sure that the approved water elevation of the lake would be maintained. Bonnie Weber, 7222 Oneka Lake Blvd., questioned whether the ditch project could be done without the outlet from Oneka Lake. ' Gary Weber, 7222 Oneka Lake Blvd., questioned whether the project would drain the Riopel property on 165'h Street and ultimately drain Oneka Lake. Engineer Willenbring stated that the project would not affect the Riopel property. Beverly Aplikowski, Busy B Enterprises, requested the Council look favorably on the project. Janice Arcand, wintering in Florida, submitted her comment in writing and requested support of the project by the Council. Mayor Miron closed the public hearing for Council discussion. Council member Petryk requested Pete explain