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Marlys Williams, 5180 - 157th Lane NW, Ramsey, stated she was present to complain that some of her neighbor's property values have not gone up. Her valuation went up 10.10% while the neighbor's went up 1%. Mr. Donnelly stated he was in Ms. Williams' area in May, 1995. He measured her home and left a note for her to call him for an appointment. There had been no reply but he stated he would certainly review her property if she felt it was not properly valued. Ms. Williams inquired why her neighbor's homes were only increasing about 2% in value. Mr. Donnelly reported how he assesses the areas of the City and explained that he had not been to Ms. William's neighbors yet. It's possible that their value will increase more when he reviews them. Ms. Williams questioned what is taken into consideration when a property is assessed. Mr. Donnelly responded that it's land, structure, condition, general neighborhood, location, size, quality, etc. Ms. Williams inquired if a bunch of junk cars would lower her neighbor's property value and raise hers. Mr. Donnelly suggested Ms. Williams talk with the City about her neighbor's junk cars. Mr. Roof stated he has an asphalt business across the street from his home and he feels that will hurt his property value. Mayor Hardin stated that Ms. Williams had asked how the assessment was affected by junk cars. Mr. Donnelly explained that this would be considered a temporary situation. If a different owner came in, hopefully, that would be cleaned up. For most buyers, that does not influence the purchase that much. Mr. Roof felt that it really affects the property value. Mayor Hardin agreed that it does eventually affect market value as market values are reflected on sales. Mr. Donnelly reported that Randy and Joan Flaven, PIN 18-32-25-13-0008, recently had their property reviewed. They are not in agreement with the appraisal and want to appear at the County level. Diana Stellmach, Anoka County Assessor's Office, stated that Robert Hunt, PIN 34-32- 25-11-0017 and Anoka International, PIN 35-32-25-31-0014, requested reviews. Mr. Schroeder inquired what number they wanted to be at. Ms. Stellmach stated they just want her to take a second look at this - they have not given a number. Hunt has a pole building and it is currently assessed at $117,300 and Anoka International is currently valued at $738,700. A letter was given to Mr. Donnelly from John Holewa, PIN 18-32-25-42-0018, requesting a review. Board of Review/April 8, 1996 Page 2 of 3