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2009 PMP 1/8/2009 Page 4 ASSESSMENTS As detailed in the feasibility report, the preliminary assessment roll includes 91 residential equivalent units (REV). The estimated assessment rate per RED is $8,596.92. RESIDENT COMMENTS/CONCERNS At the neighborhood meeting, several comments and concerns were raised by the residents. The most common were driveway material, drainage, and assessments. Residents were concerned about the City standard of concrete aprons at each driveway, especially if the rest of the driveway is not concrete, and the aesthetics once the project is complete. While concrete aprons are recommended to help improve drainage and keep run off within the street, they are not required. Staff recommends constructing concrete aprons only where necessary to manage drainage concerns; the remaining driveways would be replaced in- kind. Residents throughout the neighborhood expressed specific drainage concerns. The project team will work individually with these residents during final design. Many residents were also concerned about the timing of this proposed assessment, given the current economy. The City Council will have an opportunity to discuss these concerns prior to adopting the preliminary assessment roll and ordering the assessment hearing, which is scheduled for late spring. However, the Council may want to consider extending the payment period from 10 years, as stated in the assessment policy, to 15 years. RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION At this time, staff recommends the adoption of Resolution 2009-002: Ordering Public Improvement and Preparation of Plans and Specifications for the 2009 Pavement Management Program. Minnesota Statutes state that the adoption of this resolution requires a four-fifths vote.