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MINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday, February 13, 2017 7:00 o'clock p.m. Walsh stated they would be having the discussion on multiple fronts, both as part of the Comprehensive Plan Update as well as part of a review of the zoning ordinances. Carlson stated Council Member Printup is partially right in stating that her lot is the only conforming property within this zone since they have more than three acres. Carlson noted they would not be able to subdivide at this point but that it would be nice to be able to consider that. Carlson stated they do not have any intent at the moment to sell but that it would be nice to have a different zoning for the neighborhood. Carlson asked if Mayor Walsh is saying that they would address this ahead of the Comprehensive Plan and then it would become part of the Comprehensive Plan Update. Walsh stated those conversations would be part of a review of the City's zoning regulations, which would be separate from the Comprehensive Plan Update, in order to determine what would be the best for those kind of lots. Carlson stated what she is requesting is that those conversations happen ahead of the Comprehensive Plan so it can be incorporated into the plan. Barnhart stated the Council will have time to review those issues but that he does not know what the solution is at this point. Barnhart stated it may be rezoning of the area or changing the setbacks but that they first need to identify the problems and then come back with solutions that do not create any unintended consequences. Walsh asked if there is any further public comment. No further public comment was received. Seals commented she did walk around the Crystal Bay neighborhood with Council Member Printup and that it is a unique area. Walsh stated the more volunteers, the better, but only to a point. Walsh asked whether Staff will bring some names back to the Council for appointment. Barnhart indicated he will. Barnhart noted the appointment will be an eighteen month commitment and that at this point Staff would like to collect names and then bring those back to the City Council. MAYOR/COUNCIL REPORT Seals reported she attended Fun Fest and that it was a great event. Seals commented she was hoping to experience the BIAB but that the weather was too warm and the event had to be cancelled. Printup stated on April 29 there will be a drug takeback that will occur at Orono Public Works. Printup commented the media has been busily reporting on the opiate epidemic. Printup stated he also read something about a lot of bills being introduced in the State Legislature to address cities' concerns with the Metropolitan Council. Printup stated Orono should consider whether Page 14 of 18