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• MINUTES OF A REGULAR ORONO COUNCIL MEETING HELD APRIL 12, 1993 INTERVIEWS - CONT. Hurr asked if he has ever attended a Planning Commission meeting. Lorence stated no. Mayor Callahan asked if he was aware that the Planning Commission is an advisory body. Lorence stated he was aware of that fact. Kelley asked whether there is any one element of the City's plan he would change. Lorence indicated he initially felt the industrial portion of the City should be enlarged, but after review of the Plan felt it may be adequate, and felt their taxes should not increase too much if density remains constant. Charles Nolan, Jr., 435 Old Crystal Bay Road, said he is involved in a family owned construction business, which has allowed him to watch changes in development and its affect on cities. He stated he grew up in this area. He felt his past experience would be an asset as he is capable of reading plans and interpreting development, able to negotiate better solutions, and has some education in real estate development. Kelley asked if he would consider the financial aspects of development first. Nolan said he would first consider the quality and environment with respect to new development. Goetten asked if he could divorce himself from his livelihood and make decisions based on the Comprehensive Plan. Nolan noted he loves this area and does not want to see change. He added he has read the Plan. Jabbour noted it is important to make a distinction between development types, and asked his vision for the next five years. Nolan indicated he sees the character of Orono remaining the same, and hopes they can persevere from the development pressures to come. He said he does not mean he would take the side of, the • developer, but rather try to understand their position and try to resolve any issues. i[e]