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I I I Council Meeting Minutes June 10, 1986 Public Hearings, continued Proper reported that primary lines run in the alley west of Long Lake Road to Sunnyside Terrace; Pritchard stated NSP could leave the overhead as it is because it is not on the main roadway but prefers to have all feeders underground rather than overhead. Martin further commented that if the cable is laid between the curb and the sidewalk, there would be a problem with sign mainten- ance; Leonard indicated the County would like to have the cable laid at least four feet from the curb for signs. With regard to cost estimates of the project, Benke asked at what point and to what extent does the City have some agreement as to what the real prices are and when does the city ultimately come to some arrangement for payment, should the decision be made to go underground. Harold Coinan, NSP, stated if the city orders the underground system, NSP would get final plans and would get a good idea at that time of a solid estimate which would be the firm price; presumed money would be due at the time the investment is made. Benke asked what cost to the city would be incurred if council de- cides to proceed with underground and then abandons the project; Coinan stated NSP expects the City to pay NSP's engineering costs which will be approximately $15,000, or five percent of the total project cost. Brandt indicated she would be hesitant to provide an option to go underground and overhead in different areas; and would favor going underground for the safety consideration. Regarding the boxes, Brandt felt they could be made to blend in fairly well. Martin stated that residents from Longview to Sunnyside should have the option of underground and overhead, and stated he does not want a box in his yard. Benke stated that upon receipt of input, he has doubts and con- cerns and feels a determination will be made once the system de- sign is completed along with costs; continues to feel if we can make the pieces fit together this would be the desirable thing to do. Benke feels council should request NSP to do the design on the north portion and to direct staff to do some comparison analyses of alternative funding. Schmidt asked when plans would need to be finalized; Leonard felt the County would have no problem until the preconstruction confer- ence; Pritchard would need to know one month prior to construction as they need to be sure to have materials on hand and may need to hire additional crews. Page Fourteen