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Since we were told of the large amount of road we were going to be required to have replaced, we have been challenging the County on their policy. On Friday, February 23,rd , we got some news from our plumber. He got a call from Dennis with Ramsey County Public Works stating someone higher up told him that an exception would be made for this situation and we would not have to replace the entire 12'x2O' panel because the site of the digging was not in the driving lane. A significantly smaller section of road will receive a permanent repair in the spring when the weather is more agreeable. This provides some relief for our situation. To dig the hole, fix the connection, replace the entire panel and other miscellaneous expenses, the final cost was originally going to be nearly $11,000. When the plumber from Roto Rooter found out about this, he felt terrible and cut us the best deal that he could, but the bill was still $8,500. Not having to replace the entire panel will save us approximately $2,200, but the final bill will still be a heavy financial burden for us. I am writing you in the hopes that the City can look at our situation and give us some aid and/or speak with the County about helping us further. As mentioned, my husband and I moved to Roseville about 41/2 years ago with the intent to settle in and start a family here. We had heard that Roseville is a friendly community and a great place to raise a family. The folks we bought our house from lived here for 3,0+ years and raised their three children in our home. Roseville and what is now our home sounded like just the place for ust. We love it here and are proud to live and do almost all of our business in Roseville. My husband is an IT professional and I am now primarily a stay-at-home mother to our 9-month old son. We look forward to staying in Roseville for many years to come. Duane, than you again for all the help you have given us so far. I sincerely appreciate your patience and willingness to answer my many questions. I truly want to have an understanding of how this all works. Neither my husband nor I are in anyway just looking for a handout or sympathy's for sympathy's sake. Plain and simple, a bill like this is a serious blow and we believe there are extenuating circumstances that make this situation unusual. Both of us have worked hard for everything we have and this will be a tremendous financial load to bear. We appreciate your consideration in this matter and look forward to hearing from you. Please feel free to contact me with any questions. Sincerely, Anna (and Bill) Kron 1221 County Road B W Roseville, MN 55113 651-492-0479