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ORONO COUNCIL MEETING HELD FEBRUARY 11, 1991 FACILITIES CONTINUED Bernhardson also presented information addressing options for storage of Public Works equipment on an interim basis. He said, "We looked at the possibility of repairing what we have, but found that would not be possible. I would like Council's reactions to the options presented. I obtained an estimate cost to have Boarman prepare alternative sketches.for building designs suitable for the Crystal Bay site. It would cost approximately $3,000. It may be helpful to include a schematic drawing of a building with the questionnaire we are sending to the Crystal Bay residents. Council may also wish to establish a meeting date." Jabbour asked if i-- would be appropriate to send the questionnaire prior to making a decision about common or split sites. Callahan replied, "If the residents indicate that they do not want a facility in this location, there is no point to following through with that aspect. There is also the possibility that some of the residents will not like the particular scheme we include with the questionnaire and may reject the concept entirely on that basis." Goetten and Mayor Peterson agreed that they would only like the residents' opinions about using the present location, not how they would like the building to look. Bernhardson stated that some residen =s may agree to this location, based on how the building will appear. He said, "We could just send a basic footprint of the angular and square designs we have on file. Wc-! are sending the residents some basic information and background regarding this issue." Goetten indicated that she did not fully support the expenditure of an additional $3,000 without having input from the Crystal Bay residents. Callahan said, "It was my understanding that the schematic drawing was to help Council make a decision." Jabbour stated that he was anxious to bear Mary Butler's views on this issue. He said, "Other than the cost concerns, I am also questioning whether the City is prepared to 'grant itself a Variance, which would be required if construction occurs on this site. I think the City needs to address the philosophical issues 'before we worry about aesthetics or what the neighbors want." Goetten stated that she favors the utilization of one site as opposed to two, but wants Council to reach a consensus in that regard before it takes the next step. - 24 -