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�J <br />• <br />• <br />MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION <br />MEETING HELD ON MARCH 31, 1997 <br />CONTINUATION OF PUBLIC HEARING <br />SPRING HILL GOLF CLUB <br />bluff rim is being crossed over in a saddle -type effect instead of being graduated down. <br />Gaffron noted the requirement in the comprehensive plan for mitigation. <br />There were no public comments. <br />Hunter reported that the west side grading changes will not be visible. He indicated 10' is <br />being disturbed and the 70 -80' tall trees will hide that disturbance. Wiese informed <br />Lindquist that 15 -20' will be taken off of the bluff. Hunter said it is their intent to <br />eliminate any visible effect. <br />Schroeder asked how the bluff impact can be mitigated. Gaffron said the visual impact <br />can only be mitigated by replacement of trees. He felt the erosion issue could be dealt <br />with. The comprehensive plan calls for natural views to preserve the natural features. <br />Gaffron said it can be argued that the bluff was created by man with the creation of the <br />gravel pit. Gustafson added that sodding or seeding blankets can address the erosion <br />issue. He indicated if the intent is to regain vegetation, it probably can be accomplished. <br />Schroeder voiced concern with the visual impact while noting it will be disguised by the <br />trees. <br />McMillan is concerned for erosion, though understood the problem could probably be <br />dealt with. She would like to preserve the natural look of the bluff and see it restored with <br />native vegetation. McMillan said she would support the bluff impact if the grading and fill <br />around the edge was minimized. <br />