05-06-1997 Council Minutes Assessment Hearing Sewer Project

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MINUTES OF THE ASSESSMENT HEARING NORTH LONG LAKE/LONG LAKE COUNTRY CLUB SEWER PROJECT MEETING HELD ON MAY 6, 1997 0 (#6 Public Comments - Continued) Troy Anderson, 1491 Long Lake Blvd., asked when the Long Lake area was identified as an emergency (hot spot) area for sewering. Jabbour indicated that this occurred 4 -5 years ago. Gaffron said discussions have taken place regarding sewering of this area for at least three years. Anderson inquired what will be done to prevent erosion of a steep bank on his property and whether a retaining wall will be erected. He noted there would be an easement required to bring the sewer to the property located behind him. Kellogg indicated the sewer line would be bored to reach the other property. Kellogg said the sewer line should run 10 -12' from any present vegetation. He noted there is an option to box the trench to avoid losing trees. Kellogg said he would work with Anderson regarding this issue. Cook reported that the bank would be stabilized in a manner not requiring a retaining wall. Anderson questioned the road being open for use by the residents. Cook said the residents will be given notice of when the construction will occur. Kellogg also said he would be on location during construction. Anderson asked if he would be required to remove his mound septic system noting it was • only three years old. He also indicated that the City had requested him to put in a larger system than what he did. Gaffron said there is no requirement pertaining to removal of the mound system as it posed no pollution hazard, and would be left to Anderson's discretion. Jabbour informed Anderson of previous situations with newer mound systems where hook -up to sewer was extended and quarterly sewer bills were deferred. While the assessment would start immediately, the quarterly sewer cost would not be paid until actual hook -up occurred. Anderson said while his system is functioning properly, he sees no benefit in deferring the hook -up. 40 Jabbour informed Anderson that the City was made aware of failing septic systems in the Long Lake area about three years ago resulting in the MUSA line being extended with the approval of the City of Long Lake. He noted that the relationship between Orono and Long Lake has improved over the last several years. He also indicated that the sewer project involves cooperation of many governmental bodies. There are currently 75 sewer units available for Orono. This project will use about 55 units and 12 units are reserved for the Ice Arena. The school projects a need for 75 units which are currently not available. A solution will be dependent on the cooperation of other governmental bodies. 5