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MINUTES OF THE STUBBS BAY SEWER HEARING - NOVEMBER,20t 19B1 <br />Jim Brownlee, 250 Cygnet Place, asked how many systems are <br />failing on Cygnet Place. He noted that he recently constructed a <br />mound system because of a failing system, and at that time was <br />under the opinion that his was the only failing system..._ <br />Gaf f ron explained that on Cygnet Place' ­_about " <br />systems have been replaced in the past 14 years, <br />systems. He noted that in some cases this leave: <br />site. He noted the soils in that area are <br />suggested it is prudent for the City to "provide a <br />the future use of the neighborhood. <br />40 -50% of the <br />many with mound <br />s no alternative <br />also wet, and <br />trunk line for <br />Provo noted his house is for sale, and wanted to know to do so, <br />should an alternate site be provided. He felt that he should not <br />have to pay for future needs with his retirement equity. <br />Mayor Peterson noted there is a deferral option for senior <br />citizens, which is available until the house is sold. <br />Provo noted that he had counted on this money for retirement. <br />Behrman asked if the City has a record of those properties with <br />failing systems. <br />Gaffron noted the report has been updated to include properties <br />on Leaf Street and Cygnet Place. He noted that on paper Cygnet <br />Place is not in as much trouble as other areas. However, the <br />report does not address all issues which affect the septic <br />system, so other factors could be involved. <br />D. Peterson noted that even though Oxford and Cygnet were <br />originally not included, the City needs to look at what point <br />those systems will fail and they will need sewer provided. <br />Crane noted that he would rather participate in the project but <br />objected to the cost. He felt it is important for the Council to <br />look at individual property issues, and offer an opportunity to <br />elect out of the project if criteria is met. He felt that the <br />Council needs to come up with some method to have all properties <br />included for the benefit of the lake and Orono citizens. <br />Mayor Peterson closed the public hearing at 10:30 p.m. <br />It was moved by Mayor Peterson, seconded by Butler, to order <br />plans and specifications and bids to be drafted by the City <br />Engineer for the Stubbs Bay Sewer Project. Ayes 5, nays 0. <br />16 <br />