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MINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday, August 14, 2017 7:00 o'clock p.m. 12. CONSIDER WAIVER OF BUILDING PERMIT FEES ASSOCIATED WITH PLANNED IMPROVEMENTS TO THE ICE ARENA — Continued not have any children but that he supports the schools, which is an important thing in a community. Kempf stated he also does not play hockey but that he would support it since it makes the community a better place. Kempf noted this will not be an annual application, and that if the historical society was doing the same thing, the City should do the same thing as well. Kempf stated the City Council should look at how it benefits the community rather than worrying about setting a precedent. Crosby commented it is a big plus for the community and that the Council has to look at things on a case- by-case basis. Crosby stated hockey is a big part of Orono and that he would be willing to waive the fee. Crosby moved to waive the fees for the ice hockey arena. MOTION DIED FOR LACK OF A SECOND. Seals stated one of the challenges of being on the City Council is getting the packet on Friday and needing to make a decision on Monday. Seals asked whether this item could be tabled rather than denying it outright. Crosby stated he is comfortable with tabling it to the next meeting. Dankey questioned why the organization cannot raise the money for the fees. Printup moved, Dankey seconded, to deny the waiver. VOTE: Ayes 2, Nays 1, Seals opposed and Walsh abstained. Dankey stated the question is what will not be funded by waiving the fees. Seals moved, Crosby seconded, to table the request. VOTE: Ayes 2, Nays 1, Printup opposed, Dankey and Walsh abstained. 13. NAVARRE AREA PLAN, CONSULTANT SELECTION Barnhart reviewed his Staff memorandum dated August 14, 2017, regarding the selection of a consultant to facilitate the Navarre small area plan. The City received five completed proposals and those have been graded by Staff based on approach, experience, schedule and cost. Staff recommends the Council select a consultant and direct Staff to finalize a contract and schedule. Walsh asked whether the City has worked with any of these groups before. Barnhart indicated he has worked with WSB and Loucks. Barnhart stated in his view the City will be happy with WSB. Barnhart noted Loucks is represented by Tom Goodrum. Dankey stated she liked the fact that WSB used pictures of Navarre in their presentation. Printup noted Loucks has included a traffic analysis, which can be a benefit. Page 11 of 13