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participate in the cost of the project, noting that would only be one fifth of the cost with the <br />taxpayers of Ramsey paying the remainder. He stated that it should not be taken as the driveway <br />is the leading factor, as he would want participation from a homeowner in any instance that they <br />consider of this nature. <br />Mr. Mytko commented that they pay their fair share of taxes as well and while they want to stay <br />in the city, they are not happy with the condition of the roads, how the snow removal is done, and <br />the flooding that is caused to their home as a result. He stated that they cannot afford to spend <br />another dime to remain in their home. He commented that they currently cannot use the lower <br />level of their home because of the damage that has been incurred. <br />Councilmember Woestehoff asked if the homeowner would be willing to participate in any type <br />of cost-share. <br />Mr. Mytko commented that he is not saying that but cannot afford $10,000. He noted that he <br />originally reached out to Councilmember Olson and has not received any follow-up <br />correspondence since then, which is very disappointing. He stated that while he is not opposed to <br />some sort of cost-share, he cannot afford anything at this time. <br />Acting Chairperson Musgrove asked if these are the actual costs or whether the cost could be over <br />and above. <br />City Engineer/Public Works Director Westby replied that this is the engineer’s estimate based on <br />a recent similar project and staff feels the estimate is generally reflective of what a quote could be. <br />Acting Chairperson Musgrove commented that 10percent would be $3,900 and asked if the <br />Committee would be open to that amount. <br />Councilmember Woestehoff commented that part of his hesitation is that based off the survey <br />results, the low spot in the yard is one of the truly problematic areas. He noted that he is hesitant <br />to move forward as this may not solve the issue and stated that the homeowner adding fill to that <br />low spot could potentially solve the problem at a much lower cost than what this project would be. <br />Acting Chairperson Musgrove commented that there is evidence that this is also not draining <br />properly. <br />Mr. Mytko commented that when the water pools in his front yard, he places a pump in the Argon <br />Street ditch to direct the water to the ditchalong Cobalt Street. He commented that he inherited <br />the problem and did not create this. <br />Councilmember Woestehoff commented that the ditch improvements could help to an extent but <br />there is still the low spot in the yard. <br />Acting Chairperson Musgrove asked if the homeowner is aware of when the two driveways were <br />built. <br />Public Works Committee / July 18, 2023 <br />Page 4 of 7 <br />