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i <br />• <br />MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO COUNCIL MEETING <br />HELD JULY 26, 1993 <br />( #21) REQUEST FOR FUNDING PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT <br />Eva Hoer, PTO member, was present. She explained the background of <br />the project, their goals and accomplishments to date. <br />Hurr asked if they involved the various Park Commissions in the <br />design process. <br />Hoer stated due to her lack of knowledge in this area, she was <br />unaware that the Park Commission could have provided a wealth of <br />information. She noted the playground is designed to challenge <br />different ages and abilities. The playground at Schumann Elementary <br />is completed. <br />Jabbour asked how they could proceed with only half the funding. <br />Hoer explained they worked out a long range payment plan with the <br />contractor. <br />is Mayor Callahan noted that the School District wanted to improve the <br />playground at the time of the referendum and inciuded $50,000 to do <br />so. He asked what moved the PTO to increase that amount to <br />$125,000. <br />Hoer stated the playground can also be considered a neighborhood <br />park. The School District has agreed not to limit the use of the <br />structure, and has agreed to all the maintenance and liability. She <br />pointed out that for a small investment the City will gain a very <br />valuable asset. <br />Goetten asked to table the decision to allow time to review the <br />material. <br />It was moved by Hurr, seconded by Kelley, to authorize funding of <br />$10,000 from the Park Dedication Fund for the playground equipment <br />at the Schumann Elementary School. Ayes 5, nays 0. <br />Hoer stated they would be having a dedication in the fall and hoped <br />the Council members would attend. <br />Mayor Callahan recessed the meeting at 10:30 to 10:35 p.m. <br />( #22) COUNCIL PARTICIPATION IN CORN DAYS PARADE <br />• No action required. <br />13 <br />