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