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Regular City Council Meeting Monday, September 22, 2008 Page 15 Councilmember Willmus opined that this was a difficult decision for him to make; however, noted that he definitely had trouble supporting the requested twenty (20) year term; and anything less than 1-1/2% administrative fees. Councilmember Ihlan opined that she was willing to support creation of an HIA, but would like further Council discussion and consideration of the internal as- sessment allocations; further opining that this was an appropriate role for the City Council, similar to other assessments they approved. Assessment Mayor Klausingleda discussion on the assessment allocation; recognizing that the Association had been through the allocation many times; however, noted that if the Association put themselves in the City Council's position, as representatives of the entire community, they would note the need for their due diligence of the matter. Ms. Kelsey noted that the City Council had received, in their packets, a summary of the specifications and the letter from Load Bearing describing the scope of work. Mayor Klausing opined that he needed additional time to review the materials and reconcile stated policy with the assessment allocations. Councilmember Roe opined that he was ready to move forward with the ordi- nance, noting that it provided an additional step prior to imposing the fee, with provisions for paying upfront or via assessments, following another public hear- ing to adopt a resolution related to establishing a fee and the process to be fol- lowed. Councilmember Roe observed that, if necessary, the ordinance language could be amended at the time the resolution assessing fees was adopted; recogniz- ing that the Association may have come up with more options by then. Mayor Klausing expressed his interest in having all questions and issues ad- dressed at this time, prior to proceeding with the ordinance establishing and HIA. Councilmember Pust opined that, if she was the contractor still honoring his bid, and with rising fuel costs, if he didn't see some forward momentum, he was going to remove his bid. Councilmember Pust questioned how the City Council could substitute their judgment for that of a group of property owners. Councilmember Pust opined that the ordinance move forward, noting City Attorney Squires read- ing of State Statute provisions, otherwise the entire project would fall apart due to inaction or further delay. Mayor Klausing noted that he was not suggesting that the City Council rework the documents, expressing his respect for the work done; however, he wanted to make sure he understood all of the provisions.