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MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION <br />WORK SESSION HELD ON DECEMBER 15, 1997 <br />of Shorewood with a purpose statement and followed with regulations stated in an <br />adopted policy as a resolution rather than by ordinance. The ordinance is one page with a <br />15 page policy draft. Gaffron reviewed the procedure section, identification of spatial <br />limitations, and methods of tree protection. <br />Gaffron noted that the goals may need additional work but asked if they and the <br />development orientation fit in with the views of the Planning Commissioners. <br />Hawn voiced having difficulty with the first goal. She noted that the federal government <br />has compensated farmers not to grow certain items and sees the goal in conflict in its <br />designation of limiting what can be done in areas without compensation to the property <br />owners. She asked if it is fair or warranted to be able to designate large stands of trees to <br />. remain that are in private domain without offering compensation. <br />Schroeder noted there would also be an increase in the work load for variances requested. <br />Stoddard did not feel trees should be reviewed by the Planning Commission. Gaffron <br />indicated it means that an inventory would be done on developed and undeveloped <br />properties but would not apply to existing residential properties. It may or may not apply <br />for new housing on vacant lots without subdivision. The inventory would provide what <br />can be preserved but standards need to be determined. If preservation cannot occur, <br />Gaffron asked what would be done for mitigation and follow up on plans. Gaffron said <br />he was not saying that the entire City would be inventoried and determined what should <br />or should not be saved. <br />Schroeder and Lindquist noted there is a tree ordinance for the 0 -75' setback from <br />• lakeshore. <br />