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Ar a.. MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO COUNCIL MEETING HELD FEBRUARY 24, 1992 PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICANT INTERVIEWS - CONT. Goetten asked if his professional interest has prompted him to apply for this position. Hare explained land use and development are an interest of his. Goetten announced that Orono is quite conservative in its development and land use and asked Hare how he felt about that position. Hare stated he is in favor of having a strict control over development and he is not necessarily pro - development. Jabbour asked if he had attended any of the Planning Commission meetings 'and realized the type of commitment this position requires. Hare noted he has attended some of the meetings in Orono, and some meetings of other cities, and realizes the type of commitment required for the position. He asked what the length of time the appointment was for. Goetten noted it currently was a one year position, but may revert back to a three year position. Hare noted Mabusth had encouraged him to apply for the position. Mayor Peterson asked if he had reviewed the Comprehensive Plan. Hare stated he had not. William F Miller, 2691 Casco Point Road Miller explained he is a CPA working for a real estate management company. He relocated to Orono last June from the Los Angles area. He noted he is interested in getting involved with the community, and also after having the experience of trying to obtain a variance for his property, felt he Is aware of the ordinances and wanted to get involved further. Mayor Peterson noted that on his application he made reference to that fact that in the LA area development ran rampant. She asked what he felt Orono could do to avoid the same type of scenario. 2