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Orono, MN 55356 Crystal Bay, MN 55323•0066
Apri120, 1998
Dear Project Area Residents;
The City of Orono has scheduled a Neighborhood Informational Meeting to obtain resident
comments on a proposed sanitary sewer project to serve the Orono Orchards Neighborhood. A
project area map is included with this notice. This Neigh6orhood Meeting will be held at 7:00
P.M. Thursday, May 14th at the Orono City Council Chambers.
Introduction
This area was included in the recent MUSA expansion for sanitary sewer installation because of
the smaller lot sizes and older septic systems with limited replacement sites available. Installation
of new code compliant septic systems will be very difficult on some of the lots in this
neighborhood. Approximately 25% of the septic systems in this area are currently failing, with
an additional 15% in near failing condition. This area is one of ten neighborhoods included in the
MUSA expansion. Sewer projects have already been completed in four areas with an additional
two areas scheduled for completion this summer. We are beginning the planning process for
possible 1999 projects. At this time, interest rates are low providing for more affordable projects.
Project Assessments and Costs
A feasibility study has been completed with an estimated project cost of $518,914 in 1998
dollars. This results in a proposed project assessment of$22,562 per unit payable over a fifteen
year period. Options for prepayment of the assessment are available. Based on several projects
recently completed, the estimated interest rate is 6.25%. Based on a 15-year assessment at 6.25%
interest, the annual assessment payments will be approximately $2,350. These project costs and
assessment payments may vary dependent on future construction costs and interest rates.
Telephone (612) 473-7357 � FAX 473-0510
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The property owner is also responsible for payment of a SAC (Sewer Availability Charge) at the
tune the permit for connection is issued. The 1999 SAC charge will be $1050 per unit. This
money is collected by the City and then forwarded to the Metropolitan Council Environmental
Services Division. This money is used to pay for the additional capacity built in to the MCES
sewer interceptor pipes for future connections to the sewer system. This is a standard charge per
new sewer unit for the entire MCES system in the metro area.
The sewer service pipes will be stubbed out to the property line. The property owner is then
responsible for hiring a licensed plumber to complete the hook up to the new sewer and to
properly abandon the existing septic system. The estimated cost for this work is approximately
$1,000 to $2,000 depending on the length of service required. The City fee for the connection
permit is $35.00.
The current quarterly sewer rate for the entire City is a flat fee of$76.85
Conclusion
Receipt of residents comments regarding this proposed project is very important and attendance
of this neighborhood meeting is encouraged. In the event you are unable to attend this meeting,
please contact us with your comments. Thank you for your assistance in this matter.
Sincerely;
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Gregory A. Gappa
Director of Public Services
Copy: Orono City Council Members
Tom Kellog, Bonestroo Engineers
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Orono, MN 55356 Crystal Bay, MN 55323-0066
February 18, 2000
Matthew and Mary Nicoll
160 Smith Avenue
Wayzata, Mn 55391
Dear Mr. & Mrs. Nicoll:
The above described property is in a Metropolitan Urban Service Area(MUSA) for sanitary
sewer installation. The factors for initiating the sewer project were smaller lot sizes and non-
compliant septic systems with limited replacement sites available. The septic system serving
your home is a compliant system according to State and City standards. Your property was
exempted from connecting to the sanitary sewer system at that time.
The existing septic system serving your home may stay in use until the system becomes non-
compliant. If for any reason the septic system becomes non-compliant, the home must then
connect to the sanitary sewer system If the home undergo's a remodeling project that will
increases the total water use, the home must then connect to the sanitary sewer system.
Minor maintenance can and should still be conducted on your septic system. Pumping the septic
tanks, repairing or replacing pumps, and replacement of septic tank baf�les are examples of
acceptable repairs. If the septic system needs major maintenance, such as septic tank
replacement or drainfield replacement, connection to the sanitary sewer system will be required.
If there are any questions regarding this letter, please contact me at (612) 249-4600.
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Chris Pence
On-Site Systems Manager
Telephone(612)249-4600 • Fax(612)249-4616