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Council approves Rieside Apartments development agreement after debate over city assuming water and sewer mains
Summary
Hermantown approved a development agreement with Sumas Construction for the Rieside Apartments. Councilors questioned why the city would accept ownership of water and sewer mains serving a privately owned apartment property; staff cited long-term control and past service issues as rationale and the council approved the agreement by roll call.
The Hermantown City Council voted to approve a development agreement with Sumas Construction for the Rieside Apartments after extended discussion about the city accepting ownership of water and sewer mains that will serve the building.
Staff described the agreement as the customary way to set responsibilities when a developer constructs public infrastructure that will be turned over to the city. Staff said public mains allow the city access and control over valves, hydrants and future connections and…
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