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FJUL 27 199.3, BOOK 90 FA -7 CE 6® MOTION WAS MADE by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by Commissioner Adams, that a Comprehensive Plan amendment be brought forward, both for the potable water sub- element and the sanitary sewer sub - element, to allow expansion of the utility services to those properties located outside the urban service area and either wholly or partially within a quarter mile of the urban service area boundaries. Under discussion, Commissioner Macht clarified that the effect of this proposed amendment would be to allow anyone who is currently living outside of but within a quarter mile of the service area to be able to get service if service is readily available. Water and sewer service currently is prohibited outside the urban service area. This amendment will not change the urban service boundary and will not change any land use designation. Chairman Bird asked how the amendment would affect utilities, and Director Pinto responded that property owners would have to make a decision whether they want to be included at the time of the assessment. Commissioner Eggert wanted to make every effort to clarify the possible confusion and make absolutely clear to property owners what consequences will follow for those who do not choose to be included in the expansion, and not just immediate consequences but long range consequences as well. The costs should be spelled out in detail so that they fully understand the import of not being included in the expansion. Director Pinto explained that the normal assessment procedure would provide the means to furnish that information. The property owners would be notified of the assessment, and if they do not want to be included, they will be given all the information so that they have a clear understanding of the consequences. If they decide to be excluded, that fact would become a part of the public hearing. Discussion ensued regarding the possible ways to handle property which will be excluded from the assessment. Director Pinto advised that the size of the project would be determined and those calculations would dictate the size of the lines. The important thing is to inform the property owners of the consequences of being excluded from a project. Commissioner Macht asked for a restatement of the motion. Commissioner Eggert restated the motion. THE CHAIRMAN CALLED FOR THE QUESTION. It was voted on and carried unanimously. 24