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, IV. CONDEMNATION AUTHORIZATION--SANITARY SEWER SYSTEM: JUDKINS ROAD, ALONG HENDERSON AVENUE, SOUTH TO GLENWOOD BOULEVARD e This matter had been postponed from an earlier meeting in order to discuss further the matter of the sanitary sewer easement with the owners involved. There is still considerable controversy on the matter and Manager suggested giving first reading to the condemnation ordinance and holding it over to November 7 for final reading. Final action is necessary at that time, as the bid offer will expire on November 26. Mr. Hamel noted that he would be abstaining on the matter, due to a conflict of interest. Public Works Director Don Allen said he had just met with Mr. Pape, pro- perty owner, and the conclusion is that there are a variety of arenas in which the issue can be discussed. He pointed out that a legal require- ment makes Council approval necessary before proceeding with the negotia- tions over the acquisition of the easement. His recommendation is that Council pass the ordinance so that meaningful negotiations can be con- tinued; on November 26 staff would come back to Council with a contract awa rd . At that time, Council could discuss the merits and decide whether to award the contract. Negotiations should continue at this time, he said. City Attorney Stan Long clarified 'that if Council wants meaningful negotiations to take place on which they can make a decision, this process. should be followed at this time. The ordinance authorizes negotiations and discussions. Mr. Pape commented that further postponement would allow them time to e prepare adequately for the negotiations and that it might be less costly in the long run for both his company and the City. He felt the time constraints being presented to Council are impeding the negotiation process. CB 2018--An ordinance authorizing the institution of proceedings in eminent domain for the acquisition by condemnation of a 14-foot sanitary sewer easement within the local improvement district established in the area from 160 feet east of Henderson Avenue to Glenwood Boulevard; and between Judkins Road and 160 feet south of Glenwood Orive; and declaring an emergency was read hy number and title only, there being no Councilor present requesting that it be read in full. Mr. Delay moved, seconded by Ms. Smith, that the bill be read the first time and held over until the November 7 Council meeting for second read i ng. Roll call vote. Motion carried, all Councilors present voting aye, except Mr. Hamel abstaining. V. QUARTERLY REPORT ON CHAMBER DF COMMERCE CONVENTION BUREAU (information distributed) Mr. David Radcliffe, Chamber of Commerce, was present to give a report e and noted distribution of a financial statement for the last quarter to Council members. He said that confirmed future convention bookings during the past quarter were 80 to 84, which will bring 10,000 people into 603 , 10131/79--4