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Sisk asked Tom Phare for a status report on the street between the Martin building on McCaslin, and the buildings being developed to the south of that building. He explained that he understands it is a private street, however, he has heard that there are some concerns with the street. Tom Phare, Public Works Director, agreed that it is a private street. He stated that he has heard that there is internal conflict regarding who should build it and who should pay for it, etc. He explained that some of the issues relate to proper enforcement of the full PUD, once it's in place. He stated that he would be working with the Planning Department to determine the absolute requirements to open the road. Sisk replied that he is not asking the City staff to be mediators, however, he feels it is important that the City take an affirmative role to assure the PUD is followed. Bill Simmons, City Administrator, explained that he has been contacted by one of the property owners, who had similar questions, and he is currently researching the issues. Sisk reported that Louisville Associates, owned by Barry and Linda Morris, is having an auction of nine properties on McCaslin Boulevard and South Boulder Road. He stated that the lots are being offered for sale, without the improvements being erected. He explained that this would require all nine property owners to come together and make the improvements required by the PUD. He expressed concern for this and suggested that the City Attorney determine what rights, if any, the City of Louisville has at this stage. Davidson asked Sam Light, City Attorney, whether the City could place a lien for the improvements against the lots, since they have been subdivided before improvements. Light replied that the lots would be purchased, subject to the subdivision agreement, which is recorded. He stated that he is looking at the subdivision agreement to determine what restrictions it places on transfer of lots, if any, prior to completion of the improvements. He explained that the other assurance that the City has is the improvement guarantee, and he is researching whether a letter of credit or other improvement guarantee is available. He stated that another option under review is to give specific notice to potential bidders at the action of the obligations under the subdivision agreement. Finally, he explained that he is also reviewing any remedies that the City might have, under State law, which could potentially give the City the right to seek to prevent the sale. He stated that this would depend on the provisions in the subdivision agreement. Howard stated that his daughter asked him to express her thanks to the City Council, to the Louisville Police Department, and City staff for making Louisville a safe city. PROCLAMATION - COLORADO CARES: A DAY TO GIVE BACK TO THE COMMUNITY