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ORONO COUNCIL MEETING HELD JANUARY 2.8, 1991 FACILITIES WORKSHOP CONTINUED architectural students. I do not know that they will provide us with any solutions. If Council would lice another design to consider for this site than what you have seen, Staff needs some criteria." Mayor Peterson stated that in her opinion, the structure that was-present-ad did not appear to be designed for this area. -- I . Goetten and Callahan concurred. Callahan stated that the - building was presented with the hope or intention that it would be constructed on Highway 12. Goetten agreed that there was no consideration given to the present site. Bernhardson asked Council to consider what characteristics were undesirable in the building design that was presented. Callahan said, "The architect objected to the building design for this site because it was too large. Perhaps if he knew that we are considering this site, he could make his OWn adjustments. I think it would be appropriate for us to look at the old d:=awings and determine what we like or dislike." Bernhardson said, "The first question is the size of the building, second is the quality of materials, and third is design.. Once the architect knows what kind of square footage he is dealing with and quality of materials he will need to use, he can go back and design a building for this site. If Council has any specific ideas that would make the building more suitable for this site, please let me know." Jabbour asked if Staff could provide information showing the pros and cons of two sites versus one site. Bernhardson said, "I think operationally in the long term, it would be much better for the organization if everything was on one site. When there are separated sites, animosity- tends to build among employees. I believe the organization here began pulling apart when the police department moved to Long Lake. From a cost standpoint, it would be necessary to install a well at this location. It will also be necessary to include some accommodation for the post office. Additionally, there is the issue of delays and whether construction of the administration building could begin before the old building is removed. There may be additional costs involved with moving and renting other space. I believe they Highway 12 location is setba ^_k .far enough where the location of Highway 12 wL11 not be an issue. I have always thought that the sewer plant property is the most centrally located and for both facilities would be the best option. However, objections were raised to that site because of the residential area. I do not believe the issue of driving time to this site versus Highway 12 is very significant." - 22 -