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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO COUNCIL MEETING HELD JANUARY 25, 1993 i PARK COMMISSION COMMENTS (#4) ORONO BASEBALL ASSOCIATION LEASE - BEDERWOOD PARK It was moved by Mayor Callahan, seconded by Jabbour, to table action on the OBA lease `of Bederwood Park until the February 22nd meeting. Hurr inquired about the background of such. Mayor Callahan reviewed the history of the lease. He noted the Park Commission has supervised and annually reviewed the use of the park. Hurr said she supported the Park Commission's recommendation and felt since the park has been improved, It should continue to be used. Jabbour suggested she review the original contract. Vote: Ayes 4, nays 0. LAKE MINNETONKA CONSERVATION DISTRICT Hurr reported the "Save the Lake Dinner" will be held February • 11th. She stated the LMCD is seeking input from Orono regarding the use of polystyrene floating structures. The Environment Committee Is reviewing the Trunk Highway 101 Gray's Bay bridge replacement Issue. An Administrative Committee is reviewing finances, staggering terms for Directors and alternating performance reviews. Mayor Callahan felt they may not have the Statutory authority to stagger terms of Directors. Jabbour said while the Council is awaiting receipt of the City Attorney's opinion regarding whether the City Is forced to continue financial support to the LMCD, the Council should consider the next steps. He reiterated they are not sending funding or a representative until that opinion is received, and felt the entire Issue should not be voted on until a full Council is present. ( #4A) DNR MAXWELL BAY ACCESS PROPOSAL It was moved by Mayor Callahan, seconded by Jabbour, to continue discussion on the DNR Maxwell Bay access proposal to the January 26, 1993 work session beginning at 8:00 p.m. Ayes 4, nays 0. 2 40