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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO COUNCII, MEETING HELD DECEMBER 10, 1984 PAGE: 4 A poll was taken of the Council to get their opinion on the assessment of the project. Councilmember Hammerel stated that the $5,000 figure was a reasonable figure with the 50-50 option. Hammerel felt that the 30-70 option would set a negative precedent for future sewer projects. Hammerel explained that if the nei4hberhood was to try to maintain their septic systems, it would cost them much more. Councilmember Adams stated that at first he was in favor of the 100 percent assessed option, but after hearing the financial hardsh; ps cif this unique area, he would be willing to compromise at. the 50-50 option. Adams stated that the Counci 1 has to consider the future too and not set a negative precedent. Councilmember Grabek felt that the 50-50 option was being too generous. Grabek noted that it should be 100 percent assessed against the benefitting property owners, but because of the situation specific to the Crystal Bay area there should be some consideration on the part of the City and that the 75-25 option would be best. Grabek felt to obligate the general tax payer to the 50-50 option would not be very responsible to the rest of the citizens of Orono. Grabek felt that sewer should be put into the area, but that the 50-50 option is too generous, and therefore he woula vote against a motion to adopt. the 50-50 assessment option. Mayor Butler noted the schedule of the sewer project that the Council can follow. Butler stated that the plans and specs can be given to the Council on January 28, 1985, if the Council orders the plans and specs at tonights meeting. Butler stated that at the January 28, 1985, Council meeting, a date for the bids would be set. Butler noted on March 1, 1985, the City would receive bids which would tell the City the true price of the project. Butler stated that on March 25, 1985, the special assessment hearing could be held, and if at that time too many people are opposed, the whole project is called off. Butler stated assuming it will continue, April 22, 1985, the contract would be awarded. Butler noted April 29, 1985, the 7onstruction would begin with a September 13, 1985, date for the completion of the project. Butler asked the Engineer how much plans and specs would cost. City Engineer Cook noted that plans and specs would cost approximately $40,000. One lady asked how much the Art Center would lower the cost of the project, if the center was included in the sewer project. She asked that the Council investigate this.