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. . . ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - MAY 24, 1999 10 12. Outstanding fee for attorney fees in the amount of$I,118.80 be paid in full prior to final plat approval. No construction will be permitted on easterly lots until an alternate access is provided to westerly lots, and temporary easements will be provided across the easterly lots, which must be rectified within 24 months or the easements will become permanent. 13. The motion carried unanimously (5-0). Councilmember Larson stated he would wish to amend the motion to increase the park dedication fee and thereby recognize the higher value of the property. He added the standard valuation is $2,000 per lakeshore foot in the metropolitan area. Councilmember Aplikowski stated she is unsure whether she can support that amendment. Councilmember Larson stated there is a substantial difference between the assessed value of the property and the value of the property when it was sold. He added the lower value is not reflective of the property's worth, and the difference of $6,000 would go into the Parks system. MOTION: Councilmember Larson moved and Councilmember Aplikowski seconded a motion to amend Condition #4 of Planning Case #99-03, to increase the park dedication to $19,999 to reflect the true value of the property. Voting on the motion: Councilmember Larson voted aye. Mayor Probst, Councilmembers Malone, Aplikowski and Rem voted nay. The motion was denied (1-4). D. Purchase Authorization, Sewer Easement Machine in Conjunction with White Bear Lake Mr. Stafford explained that due to the unique characteristics ofland within the City, a large percentage of the sewer system lies within easements rather than in the street. He added this arrangement requires special equipment to reach areas that are otherwise unreachable. He noted the special equipment is only reqnired 6-8 weeks per year. Mr. Stafford proposed the City purchase the equipment in conjunction with White Bear Lake, adding ajoint purchase agreement had been drawn up for the Council's approval. He requested the Council's permission to purchase the machine with White Bear Lake at a cost to the City of $9,247.66. Mr. Stafford stated insurance might be an issue that he hopes to have resolved before the purchase is finalized. Mr. Fritsinger stated both Cities must be fully insured for the full cost of the equipment.