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i MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO COUNCIL MEETING HELD FEBRUARY 24, 1992 PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICANT INTERVIEWS - CONT. Miller felt that LA made too many exceptions to its general plan. He stated that at one po i nt he I i ved i n an apartment, where the land owner purchased 8 apartments on a two block radius and asked to be allowed to convert to a high -rise. He noted he fought against approval of the plan, but the City approved it even though it was against their general plan. He felt that government should plan a role in growth of development within the Community. Steve Peterson, 1065 Tamarack Drive Peterson explained he has been a life -time resident of the area and has two children. He works within the electrical distributing business and is involved with construction. He emphasized that he is aware of the quality of Ii fe in this area and wishes to work towards maintaining that for his children. He explained he can read blue prints, road layouts and elevations and felt that would be an asset. He noted he has had no civic service experience, but has been the chairman of the administrative board for his church. Goetten asked if he had reviewed the.Comprehensive Plan. Peterson stated he had not. Goetten asked if he felt Orono's conservative position was good for the area. Peterson noted that he felt the future is bound to mean change, but felt the conservativeness of the past has been good. He felt that proper planning is good-and yet there has to be some growth. Callahan noted his application states he is familiar with the LMCD's requirements. Peterson noted he was a member of the Wayzata Yacht Club for years. i 'Jabbour asked if he was aware of the commitment of time this position would involve. Peterson felt it was an obvious commitment. Goetten asked why he had decided to apply for the position. 3