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• MINUTES OF REGULAR ORONO COUNCIL MEETING AUGUST 8, 1988 BOHN'S POINT FEASIBILITY CONTINUED upheld. Acting City Administrator Gerhardson stated that this project does not compare with Woodhill in that Bohn's Point is not a completely new road, it is only being overlaid. Also there is only a 33' right -of -way through Bohn's Point. The City would only be making the width even throughout the entire road, not widening the entire road. Councilmember Peterson asked for an estimated cost of the 'project. Gerhardson stated that he could, not commit to a specific fee, but estimated the project to run approximately $20,000.00. Councilmember Callahan reiterated Goetten's concerns about upholding the 24' standard for roads in Orono. He suggested that the feasibility study could include -widening Bohn's Point to meet that . standard. Counci lmember Peterson asked if there would be an agreement drafted for the residents of Bohn's Point Road to sign with regard to payment of the fees for the study. Gerhardson assured her there would be such an agreement. Mayor Grabek asked the Council if any members wished to apprise Mr. Nettles of the previous discussion that had taken place or individual opinions that had formed with respect to the proposed feasibility study. Councilmember Callahan stated that since the study would include widening the road to 241, he may be • willing to vote in favor of it. Councilmember Nettles inquired whether the study would include the effects of runoff and storm sewer drainage. He mentioned the pond in Mr. Winslow's yard. Gerhardson stated that the study would show the areas of drainage. It was moved by Councilmember Goetten, seconded by Councilmember Nettles, to undertake a feasibility study for a Bohn's Point Road upgrade which is to include the aspect of widening the road to the 24' standard width. The residents must enter into a written agreement with the City of Orono that would verify that they (the residents) would be responsible for two - thirds of the-cost of the study. Motion, Ayes =S, Nays =O, Motion passed. MINNEHAHA CREEK WATERSHED OPERATION POLICY City Manager Gerhardson asked if there were any questions with regard to Mr. Finkelstein's report. Mayor Grabek thanked Mr. Finkelstein for his efforts. It was moved by Councilmember Goetten, seconded by Councilmember Peterson, to accept the report from Mr. Finkelstein and instruct staff to bring the issue back to the Council when it received information regarding the Waters Management Policy in advance of the March 1989 renewal date. Motion, Ayes =S, Nays =O, Motion passed. N.