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with four doctors own six acres on U.S.1 in this area; they all have given a 15' easement and are willing to give an additional easement on Palm Lane all the way out to the bowling alley because that area is a lake when it rains. Mr. Gough spoke of people who own four lots on 144th St. and would have a -high assessment, which he felt is part of the problem. Attorney Vitunac noted that the Board of Equalization has the power to make an adjustment if someone is assessed more than their benefit and put that amount back in the pot to be split up among the other assessments. Mr. Gough felt if this road is paved it will be a benefit to the county as well as the residents, and he wondered if the county couldn't pickup 50% of the cost. - Commissioner Bird agreed we have some flexibility, but first need petitions from the people indicating their support based on an equitable assessment formula. Carol Stalker of 81st Ave. expressed her opposition to the proposed paving unless all roads are taken into consideration. Discussion ensued re various methods of assessment - square footage, etc., and Director Davis noted that some of the lots with river frontage would be very difficult to calculate. Administrator Wright brought up the possibility of abandoning Erling Lane, and'Director Davis agreed we certainly do not want to get involved in paving that road, but noted the abandonment would create a parcel of land on U.S.1 very close to the bridge. Sidney Mason, 80th Ave., asked if it is feasible for the County to just go ahead and pave the whole works and divide the cost out among all the people involved. Vice Chairman Lyons confirmed we have that power, but generally have not done it because we want the majority of people to be in agreement. He felt we are looking for encouragement. 37 MAY 211986 BooK 494