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Presentation City Engineer Westby reviewed the staff report and recommendation to order preparation of final plans and specifications for City Improvement Project #13-10, Garnet Street and 168th Avenue Reconstruction. It was noted that passage requires a four-fifths vote of the City Council. Citizen Input There was none. Motion by Councilmember Riley, seconded by Councilmember Kuzma, to close the public hearing. Motion carried. Voting Yes: Mayor Strommen, Councilmembers Riley, Kuzma, Johns, LeTourneau, Shryock, and Williams. Voting No: None. The public hearing was closed at 7:53 p.m. Council Business Mayor Strommen called the regular City Council meeting back to order at 7:53 p.m. Councilmember Kuzma stated support for the proposed improvement, which was within his Ward. Councilmember LeTourneau indicated support for the project. Councilmember Riley pointed out that no one will be forced to connect to City sewer and water but the option will be explored to install utilities. In addition, no General Funds will be used to install water service as it is funded from the Water Fund and Sewer Fund. He stated support for the project, noting a study is being conducted to confirm the rate of assessment does not exceed benefit. City Engineer Westby explained that services will be extended to the property line so the road will not need to be dug up in the future to accommodate a connection. At the time of connection, it will be at the regular rate. With regard to trees and property impacts, he stated staff will be in contact with all impacted property owners. Motion by Councilmember LeTourneau, seconded by Councilmember Kuzma, to Adopt Resolution #15-02-034 Ordering Plans and Specifications for IP 13-10; Garnet Street and 168th Avenue Reconstruction. Motion carried. Voting Yes: Mayor Strommen, Councilmembers LeTourneau, Kuzma, Johns, Riley, Shryock, and Williams. Voting No: None. City Council / February 10, 2015 Page 6 of 11