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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO COUNCIL MEETING HELD MARCH 9, 1992 ( * #3) APPROVAL OF MINUTES It was moved by Jabbour, seconded by Goetten, to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of the Orono Council held on February 24, 1992. Ayes 4, nays 0. PARK COMMISSION COMMENTS Park Commission Chair Dick Flint explained he was there to discuss the usage of Bederwood Park by OBA for the 1992 season. He stated that Gary Larson, OBA, has addressed the Park Commission on this matter, and notice has been given to'surrounding neighbors,' and there were no negative comments. He stated the usage will continue the same as last 'year at Bederwood Park. He indicated the Commission has discussed future usage of school property by OBA. He noted the Commission voted 7 -0 to recommend usage of Bederwood Park by OBA for the 1992 season. Jabbour expressed approval of the plans shown to the Council for future fields-on the school property. Flint noted that the Hockey Association did not approve of the arena being moved westward, but they would continue to work on the issue. Jabbour noted that the approval of the usage of Bederwood Park should be formally on the agenda before the Council could vote on it. Callahan noted the =OBA and the,Hockey Association are private organizations, and felt the City should not be involved in the planning process for these groups. Fli °nt noted they are involved because of the planning aspect. He •explained that the Hockey Association will actually purchase the I and for the arena, but OBA w i I I • be us i ng the I and owned by the school under a joint powers agreement with the school and the City. `Callahan asked who'has. said this will be operated under a joint powers agreement with the City.' Flint noted they will need to determine another way if that is not amenable. Goetten noted• the City's obligation to help find areas for the youth in the area to play sports. 4