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Councilmember McGlone stated Garnet Street was discussed by the Public Works Committee <br /> and it was indicated there were issues with subsoils. He stated he would not support spending <br /> City funds on a "Band Aid" solution even if residents are willing to pay for the pavement. <br /> Mr. Smith stated he is not talking about a "Band Aid" solution but saying he does not want the <br /> extra amenities, like the sidewalk. He pointed out this is a rural area and residents don't want to <br /> tie into the Brookfield Addition. Mr. Smith stated he already has a trail behind his property and <br /> does not want a sidewalk in the front. He stated he is willing to pay for the road portion of the <br /> project but it does not make financial sense to support City sewer when he can replace the septic <br /> system for $10,000. <br /> Mayor Ramsey explained if the City reconstructed the road and included the sewer and water <br /> pipe, there would be no assessment for the utilities unless the resident connected so it would not <br /> impact the homeowner at this time. <br /> City Attorney Goodrich confirmed that was correct and advised the City Charter says the City <br /> may not levy an assessment with sewer or water against a property whose owner elects to remain <br /> on a private sewer or water system. <br /> Councilmember Wise questioned the wisdom of installing the utility pipe if no residents were <br /> requesting municipal utilities. He asked if there is developable land this utility pipe would serve. <br /> City Engineer Himmer explained the sanitary sewer is currently at the northern limits of this <br /> neighborhood and down 167 Avenue at the south end so this neighborhood is an "island to <br /> themselves" without sewer or water service. If installed as part of the Garnet Street project, the <br /> sewer and water would only serve this neighborhood. City Engineer Himmer explained that if <br /> the City was going to excavate to ten feet to correct subsoils, it only made sense to install the <br /> utility pipes at the same time. <br /> Councilmember Wise noted a septic reclamation process is now available so the property no <br /> longer needs three septic sites. He asked if the installation of utilities could cause a future <br /> problem with density transition as suggested by Mr. Smith. <br /> Mayor Ramsey stated he was interested in moving forward but a majority of residents have <br /> indicated they do not support the project so it does not make sense to do more than patch <br /> potholes until the Council decides how to fund street projects. <br /> Councilmember Strommen supported the suggestion of Councilmember Backous to address a <br /> transition plan between now and when policy is in place. <br /> The consensus of the Council was to discuss a transition plan at a future Work Session. <br /> 2) Review Development Proposal from Podawiltz Development for Town Center <br /> Gardens 3 Addition <br /> This item was removed at the request of the developer. <br /> City Council Work Session / January 10, 2012 <br /> Page 3 of 13 <br />