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Anoka Cou�nty <br /> MVIII III14 IM E � 01"A <br /> PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE - CDBG FUNDING (30-point section) <br /> 0 N/A-Applying for HOME Funding <br /> Does this project involve water/sewer improvements, street improvements, or other infrastructure? <br /> 0 No M Yes, complete the following questions; <br /> What is the urgency of the improvement? (600-characters) <br /> The streets in the downtown area are in very poor condition and have received only minimal <br /> maintenance for many years. If the streets are repaired without the addition of water service,it would <br /> make it financially infeasible to install water for the next 20+years. This is during a time when there <br /> are many concerns about aquifers and water levels in the area, and it is likely that the State of <br /> Minnesota will act to control water systems in a way that may negatively impact private well users. In <br /> this time frame,homes may experience a failing well and would be left unable to connect to the city's <br /> water system without substantial cost. <br /> Is the improvement included in the city/town improvement plan? (600-characters) <br /> The city implemented a pavement management plan in 2004 and has completed all but this project. <br /> Along with the street plan, utility improvements were also contemplated, included adding water service <br /> to the downtown area as part of the city's larger goal of providing municipal services (sewer and water) <br /> to all residents. <br /> What circumstances led to the need for federal assistance? (600-characters) <br /> The low to moderate income homes in the area could not sustain the levels of assessment necessary to <br /> complete the r ° v . If the project was completed without assistance,it could <br /> drive people from their home, by forcing them to sell in order to pay the assessment. Federal assistance <br /> would also minimize the potential <br /> ® in rent as rental owners look to recover assessment costs. <br />