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Mr. Raatikka stated that the road condition is determined throulzh observation and a su,"'faee rating system from thc University of Minnesota. Pat Krizaj; 5470 - 155th Lane N.W. - expressed a concern about the road not lasting tr.'eat, ',,ears and wanted to know when it was sealcoated. He wanted to see records and argued v,~tti Mr. Raatikka the year the road was initially constructed. He wanted to know the reasons i~ d;an't lasl the twenty years as not even full size cars drive down the streets. He said there v,,as no through traffic - only the residents drive on the street, Mr. Raatikl:a informed him that on the original street the project life span ',,,'as 15 years as the requirements for the 70's were not quite what they are today. The requirements have changed and increased the life expectancy another five years wlth proper maintenance.. Pm Krizaj - asked if there were core samples available proving the road needs an overaly. Mayor Reimann informed Mr. Krizaj that lie has 60 days to submit a petition against the project. He also stated that the Ciw relies on Mr. Raatikka's expertise and he is qualified to give the righI information. Mr. Raatikka explained again that the ovcrhLving is proposed because the surface is deteriorating. Gar5, Rose - asked about the projection on sewer and water coming in. Mr. Raati 'kka stated that there is probably a minimunq of 20 years before sewer and water can be expected in Gary Rose's area. IX@. H:mlev commented that if a neighborhood doesn't request City sewer and water, it will not be considered.'. Gerry Joseph; 5311 - I56th Lane N.W., stated his concern was that if the newly overlayed roads don't hold up the way the), should, can something be written in the contract with the contractor that it is their responsibility. He commented that he would like for the City Council and the City Engineer to monitor the construction and if they don't meet specifications, they are responsible for the cost. Mr. Raati'kka stated there is a one-year warranty and that it is monitored and checked during construction. Gerry Joseph - feels if the City is going to pick up 50% of the maintenance costs and that comes from all the taxpayers, then there should be something detailed from the City to the contractor to do quality work so it doesn't cost bi~ money. Mavor Reimann questioned Mr. Raatikka as to the road conditions of those roads constructed since the thickness, etc. was increased. Mr. Raatikka stated there are a lot less problems with roads constructed to upgraded standards. Cliff Perry; 6134 - 158th Lane - stated his concern was the road curve; he said people take the curve at (~0 miles per hour no,,,,', so it would get worse when it's fixed. He also stated in the winter, a lot of cars go off the roadway. City Council Public Hearing/March 5, 1990 Page 3 of 4