HomeMy WebLinkAboutPH January 23, 1975
CITY of ANDOVER
PUBLIC HEARING - JANUARY 23, 1975
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Pursuant to notice published thereof, a Public Hearing covering proposed
Sanitary Sewer and Watermain Construction, was called to order by Andover City Mayor,
Richard J. Schneider, at 7:30 P.M., January 23, 1975, at the Andover Community
Center, 1685 Crosstown Boulevard N. W.
City Council Members Present: Holasek, Rither, VanderLaan and Windschitl.
City Council Members Absent : None
MOTION by VanderLaan, seconded by Holasek, that said Public Hearing be adjourned,
to be continued at 7 :45 P. M., January 23, 1975, at Meadowcreek Baptist Church,
2937 Bunker Lake Boulevard N. W., Anoka, Minnesota. Motion carried unanimously.
Hearing adjourned 7 :35 P. M.
Public Hearing 'reconvened at 7 :52 P. M., January 23, 1975, at Meadowcreek Baptist
Church. Hearing called to order by Mayor Richard J. Schneider.
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In addition to all City Council Members, the following were present: City Attorney,
William G. Hawkins, City Engineer-DuWayne R. Kasma, City Fiscal Agent-
Seegar Swanson, Jr. , City Clerk-Art Jaworski, Building Inspector - Walter Arntzen,
Recording Clerk-Pat Lindquist, and approximately four hundred (400) City residents.
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City Clerk read Notice of Hearing, as published in the Anoka County Union, and
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mailed to affected residents. (Mailed Notice attached to these Minutes.)
City Attorney dLcussed purpose and legal aspects of the Hearing, outlined the
procedure of th~ project, and advised audience of possible results of Hearing, i. e. ,
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Council can approve or reject; 4/5 vote necessary for approval, or the Hearing
can be continued Reminded audience that only the City Council can approve or
reject the proj,ic~;'1ì~aring to aid them in their decision. If the Council does approve
the project, or :any part of it, they order the engineer to proceed with studies,
bids are let and actual construction ensues. At completion of project and cost
figures are in, 'assessment rolls are prepared, and a second hearing is held, at:,
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which time residents may be heard; after which City Council adopts assessment
rolls and certifies them to the County Auditor. Residents may pay their assessment
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in full within thirty (31)) days, or may be paid over a period of up to thirty (30) years,
with an interestl rate not to exceed 8%.
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City Engineer outlined the specific project. Sanitary Sewer and Water' Feasibility Study on file in the City Clerk's Office). The
audience was reminded that this is only a preliminary study; and that all or just part
of the project can be accepted or rejected. Final decision must be within six (6)
¡TIonths after this Hearing.
Public Hearing - January t.J, 1975
Minutes - Page 2
City Fiscal Agent advised audience of methods of financing project. Reminded the
people that all figures are only estimates, and will lean on the "high side ". A I/...I",L
commitment has been received from the Farmers' Home Administration on a thirty
(30) year repayment loan at a 50/0 interest rate. A precedent will be established on
this project as to guidelines on which costs will be assessed, and which will be
recaptured from residential user charges.
Residents were invited to present their testimony at this time. Said testimony as
follows: (City Staff responses shown in parenthesis. )
Ron Edwards - 2054 Osage Street N. W. -
Questioned costs on project--especially difference in costs as given in
Alternate Plan A and Alternate Plan B. He felt that inasmuch as the City
Council Members do not live in the project area, they could not cast a
fair vote. Opposed to both sewer and water.
(Dewey Kasma - The actual project cost remains the same; the difference is in
the manner in which the costs are recovered, ie, by assessment or in residential
user charges. )
Allen Schrupp _ 2322 139th Avenue N. W.-
Presented correbpondence from the Metropolitan Waste Control Commission,
and questioned the difference between their sewer and water boundary lines
and those in this project; and the discrepancy in the computation of the
individual costs as shown in the 'JNàtice of Hearing" letter sent to the residents.
Also asked whether or not project would continue if a 50/0 loan were not
available. Suggested that hearings be separated by specific areas; and hearings
be re-opened if a 50/0 loan is not available.
(Dewey Kasma - The difference in the computation of individual costs is that a 10/0
increase over the borrowing rate is included. . MWCC does not control improvement
boundary lines.)
(Seegar Swanson - The project can continue if there is a difference in the borrowing
interest rate. )
Stephen Zeigler - 2719 140th Avenue N. W. -
Questioned population projection, and asked why the present property and home
owners ~ust pay for future property and home owners. Suggested that present
sewers be upgraded to meet code, and that all taxpayers in the area be assessed
for this cost rather than City Sanitary Sewer. Also questioned the large number
of dead-~nds in the watermain construction. Does not feel that sewer and water
are necessary for industry, and sited an example. Requested a referendum.
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(Dewey Kasma - A Master Plan is essential in order that this project be done right
the first time. Present homeowners pay nO more than future homeowners. Dead-ends
are necessary nOw because the project is in the first stage. The Planning and
Zoning Commission will cover future development at the Public Hearing on the
Comprehensive Development Plan. )
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Eugene Boos - 2660 133rd Lane N. W. -
Asked if a survey had been conducted as to the number of residents having deep
wells. Commented that it should be established if water is needed before the
residents are asked to decide whether or not they want it.
Public Hearin.. January, 1975
Minutes - Page 3
(Dewey Kasma - No study has been done on the deep wells in the area; this is
very costly and time consuming.)
H. W. Lorentz - 3030 142nd Lane N. W. -
Asked if the Sewer Availability Charge is a "cash" output by the residents.
Feels that sewer and water are inevitable, but because of the present ecomonic
situation, asked that the City Council table this project for one year.
(Seegar Swanson - S. A. C. is paid by the residents at the time of connection, and
does not go on the assessment. This money is collected by the City and turned
over to the Metropolitan Waste Control COlnmission. )
Ross ¡':;;t2~ - 13919 Nightingale Street N. W. -
Comménted that he did not understand how the City Council, who represents
the taxpayer, could possibly vote for something that the taxpayers did not
want.
Charles Plowe - 2849 142nd Lane N. W. -
Asked how only one exit from "Green Acres" could be used during construction.
Stated that the opposition to the project was overwhernin.. as indicated in a
door-to-door survey; reasons being 1) Costs too high, ,0) Jobs uncertain, and
3) Many new homeowners. Presented a petition from "Green Acres ".
(Dewey Kasma - Inasmuch as there is only one exit from "Green Acres", the
contract would be written in that accessibility would be provided by the contractor.)
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Thomas O. May - 14034 Crosstown Blvd. N. W. -
Suggested that the "unit charge" be raised, and the "front footage charge"
be lowered. Asked if it would be possible with present zoning requirements
to divide a lot before water and sewer were approved.
(Richard Schneider - It would not be possible to divide these lots at the present time. )
Charles Vieman - 13646 Crooked Lake Blvd. N. W. -
Asked if, any other means for private sewage disposal systems had been checked
into. Suggested attendance by the City Council and others, in a school being
conducted February 4-6, at the Holiday Inn - Anoka, on "On-Site Disposal
System s:'.
(Richard Schneider - There are no other means of private disposal systems
available for,use at this time.)
(Mary Vandei-Laan - There are two other types of private systems--the "Cli1j'us-
Multrum" and the "Ecolette"; however, technology on these two systems has not
yet progressed to the point where they can be made available to the general public.)
James E. Elling _ 13829 Northwood Drive N. W. -
Asked that if the Metropolitan Waste Control Commission checked any of the
local wells, and found the nitrate level high, could they force the residents
to install City water. Wanted to know if the water would have to be
fluoridat'ed and chlorinated; and who would pay the maintenance costs on
the system, and if a water meter would have to be purchased.
Public Hearing- January 2_, 1975
Minutes - Page 4
(Dewey Kasma - Only the Minnesota State Board of Health could require the
installation of water service-_the water tests could only be made upon request.
The water would have to be fluoridated and chlorinated. Operating costs would
be paid from the monthly user charge, however, a water meter would have to
be purchased by the resident at the time of connection, for a cost of approximately
$50.00. )
Robert Waggoner - 13910 Nightingale Street N. W. -
Asked if costs could be increased excessively over Feasibility Study Reports.
(Dewey Kasma - The costs should remain very close to the estimates if done this
year; if the project is tabled, costs could very easily go up 100/0 per year.)
David O'toole - 13429 Jonquil Street N. W. -
Asked if, and how much the water and sewer would increase the ta~es.
(Seegar Swanson - The taxes do not automatically go up because of the
installation of city s ewe r and water. Taxes are based on market value;
which, of cour se, could be increased with sewer and water, and because
selling prices are going up. )
Kay Olson - 13435 Jay Street N. W. -
Questioned possibility of extending sewer and water boundaries.
(Dewey Kasma - 'Jr:he extension of service would depend upon the number
of residents requesting it; there are no irnmediate plans for extension. )
Larry Wendorf - 13859 North~()~<!prive ~._W.-=
Asked the cost of bringing the sewer and water from the stubs into the house.
Wanted to know when the assessment would affect the homeowner, as far as
selling his house.
(Seegar Swanson - The costs v ould vary with the individual contractor. This
cost is not included in the costs as shown in the study; and does not go on the
assessment. )
(Bill Hawkins, - Assessments become pending when the Council approves the
proj ect. )
Ted C Fystrom - 2046 Osage Street N. W. - ,
Asked what had caused the decision for the project at this time. Also wanted
to know if only sewer could be installed at this time.
(Richard J. Schneider - The project has been in the talking stages for well Over a
year, and had commenced with a petition from the people in the Crooked Lake Area,
requesting sewer and water. Sewer only, could be approved. )
Steve Zeigler 1- (added to previous testi;nony)
Does not feel that because ~% of the residents want sewer and water, 920/0
should be forced into it. Proposed a referendum as the only fair way to
make a decision.
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Public Hearing - January ~ 1975
Minutes - Page 5
Ted C. Lachinski - 13545 Jonquil Street N.W. -
Presented a petition that had been signed by only nine (9) people wanting
the project (Petition pas sed through audience on east side of Hearing room ¡.)
Suggested that in the future developers be required to put in Central Water
Systems in their platted areas.
Donald Wick - 13617 Heather Street N. W. -
Emphasized that costs of project can go up 10% per year. Sited examples
of where home values have dropped considerably because of the lack of
city water and sewer. Asked if anyone could give actual figures On what
water and sewer does for a home insofar as increasing market value.
(Richard Schneider - No-one could give actual figures at this time. )
Dave Nordquist _ 2558 _ 140th Lane N. W. -
Suggested that the next City Council be elected to represent individual
sections of the City, and that they reside in the section they represent.
Requested that the project be done and petitions turned in, for specific
sections, rather than an over-all construction.
(Dewey Kasma - The Hearing tonight is to determine what specific areas want
the project, and which do not. Advised that this Hearing can be continued to give
both the residents and the City Council time to weigh what they have heard. )
Robert McClure - 2130 - 138th Avenue N. W. -
Asked if there could be a referendum. Questioned why the present septic
systems have failed; stated he felt that he could pump his septic tank
several times a year for less than the assessment cost. Asked if there
was any guarantee that sewer and water would bring in industry; and if
there would be a ceiling set on the project cost.
(William Hawkins _ Again stated that the Law does not provide for a referendum. )
(Walter Arntzen - Septic systems have failed because of improper maintenance,
improper in'stallation and fluctuation in the water table.)
(Dewey Kasma - There was no guarantee that sewer and water would bring in
industry. The contract is bid on a rrunit basis ", i. e., a cost per foot of waterline,
and a cost per foot of sewerline--with a "contingency factor" allowed of usually 5%.)
Jack Brock - 13818 Quinn Street N. W. -
Asked Mayor and City Council the percentage of votes received of the total
number of votes cast; and their opinions on what they had heard at this Hearing.
(Richard Sch,:,eider - Received approximately 50% of the vote; and the project
appeared to be "no go" at thi,s time.
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(Winslow Holasek - Received almost 35% of vote cast; noted that an overwhelming
, except in the Crooked Lake Area, were against the
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(Mary V'cnderLaan - Received 43% to 47% of total vote cast. Did not feel a decision
could be made at this time, inasmuch as only about one third of the residents were
represented at this Hearing. Suggested petitions be submitted; and separate these
petitions into specific areas. The health problems and factors must also be
considered. )
Public Hearin¡,; January 1975
Minutes - Page 6
(Gerald Windschitl - Received approximately 450/0 of total vote. Not in favor of
putting sewer and water in an area where it is not wanted, unless a health problem
is presenL Suggested sectionalizing the project. )
(Robert Rither - Received 400/0 to 430/0 of votes cast. Noted that only half of the
eligible voters in Andover voted in the City Council Election in November. Expressed
the same sentiments as Mr. Windschitl with reference to the project. Emphasized
that the project can be rlone in sections. )
Sandra Hayes - 2859 - 142nd Avenue N. W. -
Commented that she was in favor of the sewer--if it was going in tomorrow;
however they could not wait a year for the project to be completed.
Connie Slavik - 13901 Crocus Street N. W. -
Asked why the decision for water at this time; had been told last summer by
the Survey Crews that there were no plans for water. In favor of sewer.
(Richard Schneider - The streets would not have to be torn up twice, thus saving
costs. )
Roger Sampson - 13558 Jonquil Street N. W. -
Stated that he was not in favor of sewer or water. Asked if possibly the
City Council could request a referendum.
(William Hawkins - The Council cannot delegate a vote to any other means. )
Stuart Dahl - 13425 Heather Street N. W. -
Asked that if the project were done by section, if the costs would vary.
Is in favor of the project for the Crooked Lake Area.
(Seegar Swanson - There would be nO changes in cost if only specific sections
were completed. )
Daniel McIntrye - 2939-142nd Lane N. W. -
Opposed to both water and sewer.
Bruce Johnson - 13509 Gladiola Street N. W. -
Asked if the original petition pre sented to the Grow Township Board was
still valid (This petition presented over a year ago from residents in the
Crooked Lake Area). In favor of the project.
(Richard Sch';'eider - A new petition is in order; to be mailed to the City Clerk. )
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Earl Sigfrid _ 14003 Yu on Street N. W. -
In favor of sewer; has had system pumped over twelve times at a cost of
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$25.00 to $45.00 each time, and to re-do system would cost in excess of
$1600.00. Feels that sewer and water will increase the value of his home,
and the cost of the project can be added to the selling price of the home.
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Mark Arnold '- 13809 Northwood Drive N. W. -
Has checked into the project and feels it to be a very sound proposal. Is
in favor of sewer and water.
Public Hearing - January. 1975
Minutes - Page 7
Wayne English - 13917 Uplander.StreetN.W., -
Asked that if the sewer system is put it, whether or not the wells would be
all right. Suggested one step at a time on the project.
(Dewey Kasma- Wells do not correct themselves overnight, howeveJ; it would be
a step in the right direction. )
W. C. Anderson - 13445 Heather Street N. W. -
Commented on cost involved as opposed to the increased selling price of a
home with city sewer and water. Financing for selling a home would be
easier with the project. In favor of both sewer and water.
Donald Hallblade - 14165 Ivywood Street N. W. -
In favor of sewer; feels it will increase the value of his property. He has
found it hard to get financing without sewer and water.
Patrick O. Brady - 13920 Uplander Street N. W. -
Commented that he has had many septic system problems. Is in favor of
sewer.
Dean Johnson - 2561 - 140th Avenue N. W. -
In favor of proj ect.
Bernice Simonson _ 2926 - 142nd Lane N. W. -
Asked what would be done on homes with less than a thirty-year mortgage;
and if assessment paid off earlier, would there be a pre-payment penalty.
(Seegar Swanson - After the home'mortgage is paid in full, the homeowner
would continue to pay only the taxes and special assessments each year. There
is no penalty for pre-payment of assessments.)
Cecil Heidelberger - 2052 Bunker Lake Blvd. N. W. -
Stated that because the sewer and water are needed in the Crooked Lake Area,
it should not be forced on residents in other areas.
Charles Plowe - (added to previous testimony)
Questioned the effect of the sewer on the water table; and is in favor of
doing the project by sections.
(Dewey Kasma - The discharge of sewage from septic systems will not raise
the water table extensively, and the installation of city sewer will not lower it
to any degree. )
James Peterson - 13848 Quinn Street N. W. -
Asked that if sewer and water does go in, is there a possibility of pumping
down the ground water.
(Dewey Kas";'a - This will be done and is included in the project cost. )
Ted C. Lachinski - (added to previous testimony)
Asked why the project costs were so high; and if the project were demanded
byP.C.A. or some other agency after it had been voted down by the City Council,
would there be some type of special funding available.
Public Hearing - January 2~ _975
Minutes - Page 8
(Seegar Swanson - We are using outside figures, to be sure we do not go over.
No such agencies can demand the project-_there are some Block Grant Funds
available in hardship cases, however, the total amount available for this entire
Metro area is just Over $1,000,000.00.)
,Mark Arnold (added to previous testimony)
Feels that inflation makes the costs appear high; and will increase more.
E. Sigfrid (added to previous testimony)
Asked if there would be a substantial difference in cost if only the sewer
were put in now, and the water later.
(Dewey Kasma - The costs would probably go up about 100/0 per year, plu s the
cost of resurfacing the streets. )
Dave Stenger - 13365 Gladiola Street N. W. -
Asked if the Crooked Lake pollution facts were based on the tests made
five (5) years ago; and if anyone knew what was polluting Crooked Lake.
(Richard Schneider - Was not aware of any substantiated information. )
Lloyd Reiman - 2813 142nd Avenue N. W. -
Questioned where the pipes were going to be installed; and if ditch installation
would be cheaper. Against both sewer and water.
(Dewey Kasma - The Feasibility Study is just a preliminary study, and if the
project is ordered, the work would be done in the most economical manner. )
Mayor Schneider advised the audience that this Publi, Hearing was now closed and
would be continued until February 10, 1975; and to submit petitions and prepare
testimony for that continued Hearing.
MOTION read by Mayor Schneider from Councilperson VanderLaan, that this Public
Hearing be adjourned until February 10, 1975, 7:30 P. M., at the Andover Community
Center, 1685 Crosstown Blvd. N. W., that the City Council may hear additional
testimony from the affected residents, and at that time discuss the project among
thelTIs elve s. Motion seconded by Councilperson Windschitl. Motion carried unanimously.
Hearing adjourned 11:26 P.M.
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Public Hearing - January 2:' .975
Minutes - Page 9
Note:
Petitions, described and identified as follows, were received by the City Clerk:
Item #A - Steven Turbenson (13635 Gladiola Street N. W.)
It em #B - David Stenger (13365 Gladiola Street N. W.)
Item #C - Crooked Lake Area, containing forty (40) signatures.
Item #D - Crooked Lake Area, containing thirty (30) signatures.
Itern #E - Miscellaneous area·oresidents for all or part of project, and containing
nine (9) signatures.
Item #F - Mr. & Mrs. Richard Ernst (230 1-139th Avenue N. W. )
Item #G - Circulated by Charles Plowe, and containing thirty-eight (38)
signatures - opposed to water in Green Acres:-Area.
Item #H - Circulated by Charles Plowe, and containing thirty-six (36)
signatures - opposed to sewer in Green Acres Area.
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PUBLIC HEARING LOCATION IS CHANGED
Since the publication of the official Notice, the Council recognizes that the
seating capacity of the Community Center is insufficient to accomodate those
wanting to attend this hearing. So the Council has reserved the Meadow Creck
Baptist Church and the public hearing will begin there at approximately 7:45 P. M.
For your convenience you may go directly to the Mcadow Creek Baptist
Church; 2937 NW Bunker Lake Boulevard, next to the Crooked Lake Elementary
School.
January 8, 1975
Dear Residents:
PROPOSED SANITARY SEWER AND WATER PROJECT
The City Council has scheduled a public hearing for January 23, 1975 at
7:30 p. m. at the Community Center, 1685 Crosstown Blvd. N. W. to present
information on a major issue now under consideration:
::;hould the City proceed with the construction of a central sanitary sewer and
water system to serve the area described in the attached official Notice of
Public Hearing Improvcment.
The City Council is aware of the increasing number of individual sewage
disposal systems failures during the past several years in these areas. The
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continuing growth of the community makes it apparent that a central water
and sanitary sewer system should be considered at this time.
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We have prepared current information and are sending every homeowner a
copy of this Iletter to explain the facts about the proposed project. The Council
would like t? know what YOU the homeowner desires for your community. Plan
to attend this meeting and express your views to the Council.
PROJECT JEED
On septemblr 4, 1974, the Town Board directed our consultant engineers, Toltz,
King, Duvall, Anderson and Associates, Inc. to prepare two reports (1) a
comprchensive sewer and water plan for the Urban Planning Area and (2) a
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detailed feasibility report on providing central water and sanitary sewer service
to the Crooked Lake Area, Northwoods Addition Area, Red Oaks Manor Addition
and thc Gre~n Acres Addition Area. These reports were requested to provide
informationlon the cost of providing the services and the method of providing
services.
On December 17, 1974, our consultant engineer reported to the Council on the
feasibility of providing the water and sewer service to the above described areas.
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On December 30, 1974, the City Council authorized a public hearing to be
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conducted on the proposed water and sewer systems.
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¡PROJECT AREA
The attached map shows the area of the community that will be included in
the project. The proposed water and sanitary sewer routes are also shown
on the map.
WHAT WILL BE THE COST?
Our engineers have prepared preliminary cost estimates for the construction
of the proposed systems, which include 10% contingencies and 15% engineering,
legal and administré'tive costs:
Sanitary Sewer System $2,712,000
Water Supply and Distribution System 1,774,000
Estimated Total Cost $4,486,000
HOW WILL THE PROJECT BE FINANCED?
The City is considering financing these projects by applying for a loan from the
Farmers' Home Administration. If the loan is approved, we would anticipate a
30 year repayment schedule and a 5% interest rate. If the loan is not approved,
we would have to borrow money in the open market under State Statutes authoriz-
ing such financing.
PROPERTY OWNERS COST
A. Assessments
Based on estimates prepared by the Engineer, one proposed method of
financing being considered would produce the following estimated assess-
ment rates:
Sanitary Sewer
1. Front footage assessment (per foot) $ 16.00
2. Unit assessment for lot with house 1,JJOO.00
3. Sewer stub line 300.00
Water
1. Front footage assessment (per foot) $ 9.00
2. Unit assessment for lot with house 1,000.00
3. Water service stub 250.00
Under that plan and based on the Engineer's estimated cost, a typical home-
owner who has a home on a 100 foot lot would have the following assessments:
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Sanitary Sewer
1. Front footage $ 1,600.00
2. Unit assessment 1,000.00
3. Sewer stub 300.00
4. Total $ 2,900.00
Water
1. Front footage $ 900.00
2. Unit assessment 1,000.00
3. Water stub 250.00
4. Total $ 2,150.00
The total assessments may be paid in full or in annual installments. If
paid in annual installments, on a 30 year basis at 6% interest; the estimated
average annual charges would be as follows:
Sanitary Sewer
1. Average annual assessment with interest $ 187.00
2. Average annual user charge at $4.00 per mo. 48.00
3. Total a ve rage annual cost $ 235.00
Water
1. Average annual assessment with interest $ 139.00
2. Average annual user charge at $5.00 per mo. 60.00
3. Total average annual cost $ 199.00
B. Other Costs Pajd by Prope¡;ty Owner,
1. Direct Connection Costs
The property owners would hire a contràctor to install the sanita'ry sewer
and water lines from the stubs near the mains into the house. The cost of
the house service installations vary depending on depth of service, avail-
ability for c'ontractor to work in yard and the restoration requirements of
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the property owners.
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Metropolitan Sewer Availability Charge
The property owners that have not previously paid a Sewer Availability
Charge (SAÇ) at the time the house was constructed, will have to pay a
connection cha rgc. The purpose for this charge is to collect revenue to
finance the Interceptor Sewer lines and Wastewater Treatment Plants that
were constrhcted to serve the Metropolitan Area. The current SAC charge
as establish~d by the Metropolitan Waste Control Commission for single
family dwellings is:
1974 - $300.00; 1975- $325.00; 1976 - $350.00; 1977 - $375.00
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PROCEDURE
The Council is taking the first step to proceed with construction of a sanitary
sewer system and water system by conducting a public hearing on January 23,
1975. At this hearing all interested parties will be heard by the Council. After
the hearing, the Council must determine whether they are going to proceed to
construct the sanitary sewer and water improvement or drop the project.
The Council would then order detailed plans and specifications for the entire
system or part of the system as ordered and then call for construction bids. It
is possible bids could be received and construction contracts entered into by
May, 1975 and the actual construction could be completed by July, 1976.
After the contract is completed, an assessment roll will be prepared, and a
second public hearing will be held at which the Council will hear and pass on
all objections to the proposed assessments. If the as Se s sment roll is adopted
prior to October 10, 1976, the first installment would be payable with taxes
in 1977.
If the Council goes ahead with the improvement, they will also have to pass
additional ordinances relating to charges and their collection, to maintenance
and control of the sewer and water systems; to connections and how and when
they must be made; and to licensing of contractors who will make connections
in the City.
TECHNICAL INFORMA TION SESSION
The City Clerk, City Engineer and City Fiscal Agent will be at the Community
Center, 1685 Crosstown Blvd. N. W. from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. to answer
questions on the project. This information session is to provide time for asking
questions of the City Staff prior to the public hearing at 7:30 p. m.
CONCLUSION
Every citizen included in the project area should become thoroughly familiar
with the sanitary sewer and water project and attend and participate in the
public meeting set for January 23, 1975 at 7:30 p.m. at the Community Center.
THIS LETTER IS FOR INFORMATION ONLY AND NOT A PART OF THE
OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS. THE PROPOSED ASSESSMENTS AND FINANCING
ARE NOT GUARANTEED METHODS, BUT ARE PROVIDED TO INFORM THE
COUNCIL AND CITIZENS OF THE ESTIMA TED COST OF THE PROJECT.
Respectfully submitted,
Mr. Richard Schneider, Mayor
Mr. Winslow Holasek, Councilman
Mr. Robert Rither, Councilman
Mrs. Mary VanderLann, Councilwoman
Mr. Gerald Windschitl, Councilman
Mt-e Art .Jawor'ski, Clerk
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