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ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES FOR APRIL 27,1998 ( #7) #2354 KONRAD KRUGER, 520 HANLON AVENUE - VARIANCE The applicant was not present. Jabbour suggested returning to this item later in the meeting. Review of this item follows #14. ( #8) #2356 JON AND DIANE RAPPAPORT, 3067 FARVIEW LANE - VACATION OF DRAINAGE EASEMENT - RESOLUTION NO. 4068 The applicant was present. Kelley explained that he wanted to discuss this item because sewer has been considered for this area. In some sewer projects, the City has allowed residents in the project to "opt out" of the improvement until they want to connect. The City then assumes their share of the cost. Kelley wanted the applicant to be aware of the situation. Jabbour responded that he had talked with the applicant. Mr. Rappaport explained that when he bought the property, he knew he would have to put in a new septic system, therefore this is an anticipated expenditure. Because of the proposed improvements he wants to make to the property, . the septic system is required to be upgraded. 0 Kelley questioned how the City would handle areas where sewer is planned but the 10 -year period to upgrade had expired. Jabbour did not think the City would require a new septic system if sewer was planned relatively soon. However, there would be other factors to consider such as what other agencies might be monitoring the situation and the requirements they might have. Goetten noted another criteria to be considered was Met Council approval for a sewer project. Kelley added that the problem of a non - conforming septic system because of the 3' separation exists throughout Orono. Many properties may not have additional sites available for septic upgrades. Rappaport's property is fortunate to be within the proposed MUSA line. Kelley moved, Goetten seconded, to adopt Resolution No. 4068 as proposed granting approval of the vacation of a drainage easement, subject to granting a new easement. Vote: Ayes 5, nays 0. 5 .