REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
The Regular Council Meeting was held on September 9, 1991 at 7:30 p.m. with Council President Christiansen presiding. Members present were Councilmen Hare, Daisey, Levitt, Pitts, Salters, Lynn and Weyandt.
Council staff members present were Chief Hutchison, Mr. Lucas, Mr. Worley, Mr. Petit de Mange, Mrs. Boaman and Mr. Chambers.
A silent moment of prayer was called by Council President Christiansen, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
Mr. Hare requested the addition of an executive session to discuss personnel matters. The agenda was approved, as amended, by motion of Mr. Lynn, seconded by Mr. Hare and unanimously carried.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES - REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF AUGUST 26, 1991
The Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of August 26, 1991 were unanimously approved by motion of Mr. Weyandt, seconded by Mr. Salters and bore the written approval of Mayor Richter.
RESOLUTION - CONSTITUTION WEEK
By motion of Mr. Lynn, seconded by Mr. Daisey, Council unanimously adopted the following Resolution:
WHEREAS, Our Founding Fathers, in order to secure the blessings of liberty for themselves and their posterity, did ordain and establish a Constitution for the United States of America; and
WHEREAS, it is of the greatest import that all citizens fully understand the provisions and principles contained in the Constitution in order to support it, preserve it, and defend it against encroachment; and
WHEREAS, the two hundredth and fourth anniversary of the signing of the Constitution provides an historic opportunity for all Americans to learn about and recall achievements of our Founders, and to reflect on the rights and privileges of citizenship, as well as its attendant responsibilities; and
WHEREAS, in the year 1790, the Supreme Court of the United States, authorized by this Constitution, met for the first time, thus assuring every citizen due process under the Constitution; and
WHEREAS, the independence guaranteed to the American people by the Constitution should be celebrated by appropriate ceremonies and activities during Constitution Week, September 17th through 23rd, as designated by proclamation of the President of the United States of America in accordance with Public Law 915; and
WHEREAS, in ringing tribute to the Constitution, bells throughout the City of Dover and the Nation will be rung for 200 seconds beginning at 4:00 p.m. on the afternoon of September 17th.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
1. The Mayor and Council hereby designate the week of September 17-23, 1991, as Constitution Week in the City of Dover and urge all citizens to pay special attention during the week to our Federal Constitution and to the advantages and responsibilities of American citizenship.
2. The Mayor and Council urge all churches, other institutions, and individuals who have bells to arrange that they be rung for 200 seconds beginning at 4:00 p.m. on the afternoon of September 17th; service clubs and other organizations are also urged to include appropriate ceremonies in celebration of the Constitution, giving special attention to our nation's system of justice, in their programs during the week of September 17th.
3. The Mayor and Council direct the City Clerk to make this resolution a part of the permanent records of the City of Dover.
ADOPTED: September 9, 1991
RESOLUTION - CRIME PREVENTION MONTH
By motion of Mr. Lynn, seconded by Mr. Salters, Council unanimously adopted the following Resolution:
WHEREAS, it has been proved that community crime and drug prevention efforts are reducing victimization and helping to rebuild a sense of mutual responsibility and shared pride in community; and
WHEREAS, crime and drug prevention depends on effective partnerships among law enforcement, concerned individuals, governmental agencies, schools, community groups, business, and neighbors; and
WHEREAS, crime and drug prevention are more than self-protection and security, but encompass the promotion of positive alternatives to delinquency and drug use among our citizens and encourage youth to recognize their personal stake in their schools and neighborhoods; and
WHEREAS, it is essential to raise public awareness of crime and drug prevention and increase involvement in crime prevention and related community service programs.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council of the City of Dover do hereby proclaim October 1991 as Crime Prevention Month in this City and call upon all citizens, governmental agencies, public and private institutions, and businesses to increase their participation in our community's crime and drug prevention efforts.
ADOPTED: September 9, 1991
PROCLAMATION - WALK FOR RECOVERY
The following Proclamation was issued by Mayor Richter:
WHEREAS, substance abuse is a major public health problem that is both preventable and treatable; and
WHEREAS, Aids, birth defects, highway fatalities, domestic violence, child abuse, violent crimes and the cost of prosecution, incarceration, health care, and loss of work productivity could be reduced through education and various treatment programs; and
WHEREAS, funds for treatment services continue to be inadequate to serve the many people who need and request help despite the overwhelming scientific evidence and the irrefutable collective experience that treatment works and is cost-effective; and
WHEREAS, the Addictions Coalition of Delaware, Inc., will be coordinating the Third Annual "Treatment Works" Month in September 1991, helping to increase awareness of the belief that treatment really does work.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOHN E. RICHTER, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF DOVER, DELAWARE, do hereby proclaim September 14, 1991, as:
"WALK FOR RECOVERY"
in the City of Dover, and urge citizens to recognize the importance treatment can have on society and to support the efforts of the Addictions Coalition of Delaware, Inc.
LEGISLATIVE AND FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT
The Legislative and Finance Committee met on August 27, 1991 with Chairman Weyandt presiding.
Request to Waive Business License Fee - Delaware Jaycees
The committee considered a request from the Delaware Jaycees to waive a business license fee for the Vidbell's Old Tyme Circus on behalf of the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. The circus, sponsored by the Delaware Jaycees, will be held on September 25, 1991, and net proceeds will go to the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Although the event is a one time affair, the circus is subject to a $200 City of Dover business license. Ms. Beverly Abbott, St. Jude Program Manager for the State of Delaware, explained to the committee that the hospital funding is derived from charitable organizations and grants; therefore, she has no beginning budget for the circus.
Members of the committee expressed concern with setting a precedent for similar non-profit events if the fee were waived.
The committee recommended denial of the request to waive the business license fee, but that the organization be permitted to pay the fee after the event, with funds derived from their net proceeds.
Mr. Weyandt moved for approval of the committee's recommendation to deny the request to waive the business license fee, but that the organization be permitted to pay the fee after the event, with funds derived from their net proceeds. The motion was seconded by Mr. Lynn unanimously carried.
Landlord/Tenant Ordinance - Section 10-41
Resulting from recent concerns of residents on Governors Avenue, the committee reviewed a suggested landlord/tenant ordinance, whereby the landlord can be held responsible for the action of their tenants.
Several citizens addressed the committee with concerns and suggestions for the proposed ordinance. The committee recommended that staff review the comments and suggestions made during the meeting for possible revisions to the ordinance and that the amended ordinance be submitted for further review by the committee.
Mr. Weyandt stated that this matter will again be reviewed by the Legislative and Finance Committee. Council took no further action.
Quarterly Uncollectible Report - Ambulance
A list of uncollectible ambulance bills for the first quarter of FY92, in the amount of $75,660.31, was submitted for the committee's review. The write-offs are due to a clean-up effort in the Ambulance Billing Office that began in the Fall of 1990. From December 1990 through February 1991, staff sent $382,862.50 to Kent Systems for collection. Since February 1991, Kent Systems has collected $26,388.71. The $75,660.31 represents accounts, listed from 1986-1990, that have been returned to the City from Kent Systems as uncollectible. Kent Systems is continuing to work on researching the remaining bills totalling approximately $280,813.48. The write-offs do not include those Medicaid accounts for which we have accepted assignment. Medicaid assignments will be written-off with the next quarterly write-off in October 1991.
The committee recommended that $75,660.31 in uncollectible ambulance bills be written off.
Mr. Weyandt moved for approval of the committee's recommendation, seconded by Mr. Lynn and carried by a unanimous roll call vote.
Quarterly Uncollectible Report - Electric
A list of uncollectible electric bills for the first quarter of FY92, totalling $19,135.07, was submitted for the committee's review. The list begins the first normal quarterly write-off since the clean-up effort began approximately two years ago. The list consisted of those accounts from January 1990 through March 1990, which have shown no collection activity for a period of one year or longer. Staff has screened the list to insure that no one listed is currently in the City's utility customer base. Although the bills are written off, collection attempts are continued.
The committee recommended that $19,135.07 in uncollectible electric fees be written off.
Mr. Weyandt moved for approval of the committee's recommendation, seconded by Mr. Lynn and carried by a unanimous roll call vote.
Asbestos Shingles - Demolition of Old Homes
A new law, that became effective January 1, 1991, governs the proper disposal of demolished homes containing asbestos shingles. Upon Mr. Weyandt's request, the committee directed that the City Planner investigate how the new asbestos law will affect the City of Dover in relation to increased demolition expenses. This information will be reviewed by the Legislative and Finance Committee in a future meeting. Council took no further action.
Review of City Manager's Report
In the City Manager's Report, staff requested that special workshops be set to discuss specific items. The committee recommended that staff set the dates, which have been set as follows:
September 12, 1991 - Bond Issue
October 17, 1991 - Organizational Chart
Mission of City Council
November 14, 1991 - Information Available to Council
Intergovernmental Relations
Mr. Weyandt moved for acceptance of the Legislative and Finance Committee Report as submitted, seconded by Mr. Hare and unanimously carried.
SAFETY ADVISORY COMMITTEE REPORT
The Safety Advisory Committee met on September 9, 1991 with Chairman Salters presiding.
Request to Lower Speed Limit - Court Street
State Representative Tina Fallon submitted a letter requesting that the speed limit on Court Street, between Route #13 and Legislative Avenue, be reduced from 40 mph to 25 mph.
Chief Hutchison reported that this area was surveyed by the Selective Enforcement Unit. He noted that there are adjacent businesses, the Garden Court Apartments, and the new Family Court Building that contribute to a substantial increase in pedestrian and vehicular traffic. After a thorough investigation, the Police Department recommended that the entire length of Court Street be posted as a 25 mph speed zone.
The committee recommended approval of the Police Department's recommendation.
Mr. Salters moved for approval of the committee's recommendation to lower the speed limit to 25 mph for the entire length of Court Street, seconded by Mr. Hare and unanimously carried.
Mr. Salters moved for acceptance of the Safety Advisory Committee Report as submitted, seconded by Mr. Hare and unanimously carried.
UTILITY COMMITTEE REPORT
The Utility Committee met on August 27, 1991 with Acting Chairman Levitt presiding.
Review of Route #113 Water Assessment Appeals
The committee reviewed a proposed ordinance that would repeal an ordinance previously adopted, under the old policy, for the Route #113 water assessments, and would set the new front foot charges for the project.
The committee recommended approval of the proposed ordinance, which is to be presented for the First Reading during the September 9, 1991 Council Meeting. A draft of the proposed ordinance will be sent to all involved property owners and will be an item for discussion on the Utility Committee agenda on September 10, 1991. Final reading of the ordinance will be accomplished during the Council Meeting of September 23, 1991.
Mr. Levitt moved for approval of the committee's recommendation, seconded by Mr. Daisey and unanimously carried.
Electric Bond Engineer - Consultant's Report (Middle West)
The committee reviewed the Annual Engineering Consultants' Report for 1991 as submitted by the Middle West Service Company. This report is required under the Bond Resolution adopted by the City in 1985, 1965 and 1960. Middle West has reviewed the current fiscal year and made recommendations for the next fiscal year in the areas of operations, maintenance, improvement and extensions as well as electric rates and insurance. The recommendations were taken into consideration in the preparation of the Electric Department's budget.
The committee recommended acceptance of the Annual Engineering Consultants Report for 1991 as submitted by the Middle West Service Company.
Mr. Levitt moved for acceptance of the committee's recommendation, seconded by Mr. Pitts and unanimously carried.
Handicapped Parking - Space Design
During the past few months, staff has received requests for on-street handicap parking spaces. In accordance with the American National Standards Institute, handicapped parking spaces can be provided on streets. The regulations require a four foot wide clear space so that the street is not used to travel from the parking space to the access point. The sidewalk would qualify as the clear area, if access is provided to the sidewalk from the roadway. This would be accomplished with a ramp adjacent to the handicap space.
A draft ordinance was considered that would address requests for on-street handicap parking spaces in the City of Dover. The ordinance would require the City to provide signs and markings and any required ramp would be the responsibility of the requesting party, which is consistent with the current regulations for curb depressions. The on-street spaces shall not be provided in place of any required on-site handicap spaces.
The committee recommended adoption of the proposed ordinance for on-street handicap parking spaces.
Mr. Levitt moved for acceptance of the committee's recommendation, seconded by Mr. Salters and unanimously carried. Further action on this proposed ordinance was considered under "First Reading - Proposed Ordinances".
North Street Renovation Project
The committee considered a proposal by City staff for the renovation of North Street, between Federal and State Streets. The Department of State is constructing the Biggs Museum and Visitors Center at the southwest corner of North and Federal Streets, which is scheduled to be completed in September. Once the project is completed, it is anticipated that there will be a strong demand by tourists for access to the retail area of downtown and the Historic District on State Street by means of the North Street corridor.
For several years, the Electric Department has had an on-going project to underground overhead electric lines on North Street between Federal Street and Governors Avenue. Staff estimated that the conversion of the electric lines would cost $115,000. The only additional funds required from the City would be for the water line, at an approximate cost of $18,000. The recently bid Ross Street water line was under budget; therefore, there are available funds for the necessary water line.
During the budget process, staff indicated the possibility of State legislators assisting in the renovation of the street surface. The City Manager has received tentative commitments in the amount of $90,000 from several legislators.
The committee recommended approval of the North Street Renovation Project and that staff be authorized to take advantage of the unit prices on the Biggs Building which was bid by the State.
Mr. Levitt moved for approval of the committee's recommendation, seconded by Mr. Salters and carried by a unanimous roll call vote.
Municipal Street Aid Priorities
Each year the City submits a priority listing of potential State Municipal Street Aid projects to the City's legislators. Mayor Richter voiced objections to utilizing the funds for the paving of existing dirt streets (as suggested in the original list). When the property owners bought the property, they did so based upon the fact that it faced an unpaved street. Surfacing of the street will directly increase the property value of these properties and Mayor Richter felt it unfair to utilize taxpayers' money for an improvement that affects only a select few.
After discussing the municipal street aid priorities at length, the committee recommended the deletion of items #1, #5, and #7, and prioritized the remaining items (as on file with the Office of the City Clerk).
Referring to the three dirt streets, Mr. Daisey suggested that the City begin the process of having them paved, feeling that there should be no dirt streets in the City limits. Mr. Worley explained that street surfacing would be assessed to the affected property owners. Responding to questions of members of Council, Mr. Worley explained that when Girl Scout Lane was annexed, staff apparently misinformed the property owners that the City would pave the street at no cost to the property owners. Mr. Levitt assured members of Council and the public that the Utility Committee will continue to review the matter of dirt streets.
Mr. Levitt moved for acceptance of the committee's recommendation for approval of the revised list (as on file in the Office of the City Clerk) for municipal street aid priorities. The motion was seconded by Mr. Daisey and unanimously carried.
Bid - Purchase of Vehicles
In the 1991/92 budget, the Electric Department budgeted for the purchase of three (3) sedans, two (2) 3/4 ton pickups, two (2) small pickups, and one (1) van. Bids were solicited and received from seven vendors.
After reviewing the bids, staff felt that better prices could be obtained by utilizing the State's bid. However, the State has not recently bid for small pickups which the City uses. Based upon this information, the committee recommended that a purchase order be issued to the low bidder for small pickups, Townsend Brothers, in the amount of $20,792, and that purchase of the other needed vehicles be requested under State bid.
Mr. Levitt moved for approval of the committee's recommendation, seconded by Mr. Salters and carried by a unanimous roll call vote.
Purchase of Brush Chipper
The Electric Department budgeted for the purchase of a brush chipper in next year's budget. Due to the workload of tree trimming, it was recommended that crews be split into two and that the purchase of the chipper be moved into this year's budget. The cost to rent such a machine would be between $1,500 - $1,950 per month.
Bids were solicited for a Vermeer 1250 brush chipper, which is heavy duty and highly recommended by private tree trimming companies. The low bid was received from Vermeer Sales and Service - Annapolis, Maryland, in the amount of $17,356. A budget amendment will be required since the purchase was not budgeted.
The committee recommended that two tree trimming crews be developed in the Transmission and Distribution Division to keep up with the heavy workload of tree trimming and that a purchase order be issued to Vermeer Sales and Service of Annapolis, Maryland for $17,356 to purchase a Vermeer Brush Chipper Model 1250.
Mr. Levitt moved for approval of the committee's recommendation, seconded by Mr. Lynn and carried by a unanimous roll call vote.
Mr. Worley noted that formal budget amendments will be made at a later date.
Bid - Unit #3 - Boiler Feedpump Motor Replacement
The Unit #3 boiler feedpump motors have been in service since the start-up of the unit in the 1970's. Since their initial operation, these motors have not required or received any major maintenance. There is a "noise" that the 3A motor has been making for several years and vendors have been unable to determine the cause. The noise has been increasing over the past few weeks and the station has no spare motors for this application.
Mr. Worley explained that failure of either boiler feedpump motor would limit the Unit #3 output to 50% of rated load. Assuming a 25 week lead time for a new motor and damage beyond repair to the existing motor, an estimated loss in revenue of $378,000 would occur. Several vendors were contacted to obtain the best price for a new replacement motor (an exact duplicate of the original was specified). The low bid was received from Wood Equipment Company in the amount of $76,999.
The committee recommended that a purchase order be issued to Wood Equipment Company for $76,999 to obtain a replacement boiler feedpump motor and that the existing 3A boiler feedpump motor could be replaced and sent to the manufacturer for refurbishment and kept as a spare for the two in-service motors. A budget amendment will be required since the purchase was not budgeted, but will be made at a later date.
Mr. Levitt moved that a purchase order be issued to Wood Equipment company for $76,999 to obtain a replacement boiler feedpump motor. The motion was seconded by Mr. Daisey and carried by a unanimous roll call vote.
Mr. Levitt moved that staff explore the possibility of refurbishing the existing 3A boiler feedpump motor and projected costs for the work for a report to the committee. The motion was seconded by Mr. Salters and unanimously carried.
Bid - Unit #3 - Cooling Tower Repairs
The Unit #3 cooling tower was originally installed during the 1970's. Although it is in operational condition, work is required to maintain and/or improve the operational characteristics. This cooling tower was marginally sized when new, and any loss of performance restricts Unit #3's maximum output. The tower's manufacturer, Marley Cooling Tower Company, was requested to perform an inspection. As a result, Marley submitted recommendations for work on the tower that total approximately $134,000.
Although the Marley inspection report and recommendation accurately reflect the material condition of the Unit #3 tower, all of the work is not necessary at this time, nor does it require contractors to perform all the activities.
The committee recommended that a purchase order be issued to Marley Cooling Tower Company in the amount of $117,694 for the following items:
Item Description Total Cost
10.A.1 Rebuild flow control valves $ 2,640
10.A.2 Hot water basin strips 1,495
19.B TU-10 eliminator replacement 58,240
22.A Driveshaft bushing/alignment 8,324
24.B Galv. hub assy. w/ss hardware 25,970
24.C Fan blade leading edge overlay 9,425
Supervision & equip. rentals 11,600
$117,694
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Mr. Worley noted that a budget amendment will be required at a later date since the purchase was not budgeted. He also stated that the work would be scheduled during the Unit #3 boiler outage in October and November of 1991.
Mr. Levitt moved for approval of the committee's recommendation with a budget amendment to be made at a later date, seconded by Mr. Pitts and carried by a unanimous roll call vote.
Mr. Levitt moved for acceptance of the Utility Committee Report as submitted, seconded by Mr. Weyandt and unanimously carried.
APPOINTMENTS
Due to the recent resignation of Councilman VanSant, Council President Christiansen requested that Councilman Irving S. Levitt be appointed as Chairman of the Utility Committee and that Councilman William H. Daisey be appointed as a member of the Utility Committee.
Mr. Lynn moved for approval of the appointments as requested, seconded by Mr. Salters and unanimously carried.
Council President Christiansen requested the appointment of Councilman Patrick H. Lynn to serve on the Police and Civilian Pension Boards.
Mr. Levitt moved for approval of the appointments as requested, seconded by Mr. Daisey and unanimously carried (Mr. Lynn not voting).
FIRST READING - PROPOSED ORDINANCES
Mr. Hare moved to waive the reading of the proposed ordinances before Council, seconded by Mr. Lynn and unanimously carried. Council President Christiansen reminded the public that copies of the proposed ordinances are available at the entrance of the Council Chambers or can be obtained from the City Clerk's Office. Final action by Council on the proposed ordinances will take place during the Council Meeting of September 23, 1991.
Mr. Salters moved for acknowledgement of the first reading of the following proposed ordinances, by title only, seconded by Mr. Lynn and unanimously carried:
A. ROUTE #113 WATER LINE ASSESSMENT (PROJECT #89-03)
(Referred from Utility Committee)
B. SECTION 13-41 - REQUIREMENTS FOR ON-STREET HANDICAPPED PARKING SPACES
(Referred from Utility Committee)
FINAL READING - PROPOSED ORDINANCES
The First Reading of the following proposed ordinances was accomplished during the Council Meeting of August 26, 1991.
Assessable Municipal Work or Improvements - Section 18.7-2
Mr. Hare moved that the final reading of the proposed ordinance be acknowledged by title only, seconded by Mr. Lynn and unanimously carried.
Mr. Salters moved for adoption of the following ordinance, seconded by Mr. Hare and carried by a unanimous roll call vote:
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
Amend the Dover Code by deleting Section 18.7-2 in its entirety an inserting in lieu thereof the following:
Sec. 18.7-2. Notice of assessable municipal work or improvements.
A. Prior to initiating design work on any water or sewer project, which project is to be funded entirely or partially by special assessments, notices shall be sent to the owner of each property informing them of the proposed project, and that their property will be assessed as a result of the construction. Said notices shall also state the date, time and location of a meeting where the property owners may meet with City Council to comment on the proposed project. Following such meeting, Council shall determine whether to proceed with the design and bidding of said project.
B. After receiving bids on each water or sewer project to be funded entirely or partially by special assessments, and prior to awarding any contract for construction of said improvements, notices shall be sent to the owner of each property informing them of the planned construction. Said notice shall include the estimated front foot charge based on the low bid received. City Council will decide at the same meeting at which the bids are reviewed whether to proceed with the project.
C. When the City Council has completed the procedures included in steps A and B above, the descriptions of all abutting properties and the names of those property owners shall be entered on the municipal lien docket. This shall be considered notice to all property owners and subsequent purchasers that the abutting properties shall be assessed for the work or improvements under the provisions of this chapter.
ADOPTED: September 9, 1991
Special Assessments - Section 18.7-9
Mr. Hare moved that the final reading of the proposed ordinance be acknowledged by title only, seconded by Mr. Lynn and unanimously carried.
Mr. Salters moved for adoption of the following ordinance, seconded by Mr. Lynn and carried by a unanimous roll call vote:
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
Amend Section 18.7 "Special Assessments" of the Dover Code by adding Section 18.7-9 to read as follows:
Sec. 18.7-9. Determination of front foot charges for Water and Sewer Main Assessments.
A. It is the intent of this section to establish the method of determining front foot charges for water and sewer main assessments. The front foot charge for each project shall be determined by the City Council.
B. General
1. The front foot charge for water and sewer main installation shall be determined by frontage on the street, and the property shall be assessed for a property depth not exceeding 150 feet. This is a charge for each front foot on both sides of the street. No separate area assessment is to be levied.
2. The front foot charge shall include the cost of construction of the project, except for those items listed elsewhere in this section to be deleted, and the cost of design and inspection of the project.
3. Each deeded lot shall be separately assessed.
4. If a lot can be served, the front foot charge will be assessed.
5. For projects which are only to serve one side of the road (i.e. if an additional main will be required to serve the opposite side of the road) the front foot charge shall be determined as above for the properties to be served. No assessments shall be levied against the opposite side of the road. In no case shall the side to be served be charged the costs which would be assessed against the opposite side of the road.
6. Each January, the City Council, on recommendation of the City Manager, shall establish uniform front foot rates for assessable water and sewer projects scheduled for the following twelve months. In no case shall the front foot charge assessed to a property exceed the uniform rate, set by City Council. If the front foot charge for a project is less than the uniform rate, only the actual project charge shall be assessed.
7. The following improvements shall be deleted from the cost analysis to determine the front foot charge:
a. Treatment Facilities.
b. Sewer Pumping Stations.
c. Sewer Force Mains.
d. Interceptor Lines.
e. Fire Hydrants.
f. Mains larger than 8-inch in diameter.
8. All water and sewer assessments shall be payable within ten years from the date of assessment.
C. Frontage Determination
All straight and curved frontages shall be assessed as shown in the property deeds on both sides of the street.
D. Corner Lots
1. If a main is installed in both streets the lot will be assessed on its longest side.
2. If a main is installed on one street the assessment will be on the lot frontage of that street for a depth of 150 feet.
3. The frontage on a corner lot shall be measured along the lot line and include one-half the arc if the intersection corner is rounded. If the intersection corner is not rounded, the frontage shall include to the point of intersection.
E. Lots with frontage on two parallel streets.
1. Where the distance between the streets is 300 feet or more, assess the total frontage to a depth of 150 feet on both streets.
2. Where the distance between the two streets is less than 300 feet assess the longest frontage to a depth of one-half the distance between the two streets.
F. End of Main
Full frontage shall be assessed for all lots the main can serve.
G. Property Exempt from Assessment
1. City owned property.
2. Rights-of-way or assessments deeded to the City.
3. Previously assessed property.
4. Property already served with City standard mains.
H. Deferred Assessments.
1. Agricultural land until developed.