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Councilmember Riley stated that one of the biggest questions is regarding whether or not it would be trunk sewer and asked for more information. Asst. City Administrator/Economic Development Manager Brama stated that the City has a comprehensive sewer and water plan and outlines the trunk sewer and water system in the City, where it will be located and the cost. He provided additional details. Councilmember Johns asked where the trunk sewer line currently is. Asst. City Administrator/Economic Development Manager Brama stated that the closest line is at Alpine Drive. Mayor Strommen stated that this is the question that needs to be answered before a response to this proposal can be given. She stated that if the City is not willing to extend the sewer line, the project would not be possible. She stated that there is a broader conversation the Council needs to have, specific as to where the sewer line extension would occur should the City want to extend the line. She stated that the first question would be whether the Council is willing to reconsider the policy and identify the next potential area they would invest in terms of sewer. Mike Allen stated that the water line is already there, which is helpful. He stated that there are other needs in the area that would benefit from the trunk sewer line and then they could be a connection on the trunk sewer line. He stated that they do have equity partners but they want to know first if the City is willing to extend the trunk sewer line. He stated that they envision a cool community with an improved golf course, a tunnel that goes across to the strip mall, and homes. He stated that the development of those homes would bring in additional viable businesses to the strip mall. He stated that there are improvements that need to be made to the golf course and this would be a huge positive. Councilmember Riley stated that the Council previously discussed that it would not make sense to bring the sewer line up to that area. He stated that it seems that someday the sewer will need to be everywhere in the City. He stated that this is an interesting project, noting that the sewer is the biggest question and the tunnel is the second question. He asked if there is a benefit to the tunnel for others in the community. Mr. Allen replied that the tunnel would be great to provide connections to the community and walking trail and Elmcrest Park. Councilmember LeTourneau stated that it is great to see the guests back tonight. He stated that the golf course is an amenity and necessity as it helps to define the community. He stated that the investment in the golf course will improve its longevity and success in the community. He stated that he is pleased to see an equity partner, which will help to ensure a higher quality product that will benefit the community. He stated that he is curious as to how to answer the questions regarding the sewer line and noted that once more information is known this discussion can continue. City Council Work Session / February 14, 2017 Page 6 of 7