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MINUTES OF THE <br /> ORONO PARK COMMISSION <br /> Monday,November 4,2019 <br /> 6:30 o'clock p.m. <br /> and build off some of the main attributes that the park has that are not being utilized at this time,such as <br /> the knoll which is currently covered with buckthorn. <br /> Following a meeting on site, it was felt the best location for the boathouse would be nestled into the <br /> hillside. The concept plan keeps the natural play area of the park intact; hides the boathouse but yet still <br /> provides access to the lake in a more isolated spot; and allows the rest of the park to be used. VanLear <br /> noted there has also been talk about potential trail opportunities with the City. <br /> VanLear indicated they tried to show potential trail connections and how those would be situated with the <br /> design of the boathouse. In addition,there was talk of a small playground facility being placed close to <br /> the play area. The proposed concept plan is the rowing club's first attempt at encompassing a lot of those <br /> comments and they are willing to make adjustments as they go through the process. <br /> One of the key needs of the Club will be dock access to launch multiple boats ranging from a single shell <br /> up to an 8-person shell. Because of the size of those shells,the docks will need some length. Being <br /> considered is the potential to maybe utilize the beach and swim area and perhaps protect it better from <br /> ongoing boat activity. The dock configuration shown is just one example,but there will need to be a <br /> series of docks for access needs. A secondary dock for a safety boat that goes out with the rowers is also <br /> required. <br /> Meyers asked what will happen to the north once the road is reclaimed. Meyers noted that lineal area will <br /> run approximately three-fourths of a mile down the east shore of the lake. <br /> VanLear stated when they go forward with their plans,they can look at that closer. The overall project <br /> will not be built at one time but is intended to be a master plan that can be looked to going into the future. <br /> The intent is to keep it a more natural park that requires low maintenance,with one of the goals being to <br /> maintain the large trees. <br /> For the park itself, some of the ideas include maintaining some aspect of the lawn. The floodplain area <br /> would also be maintained. Being considered are just kind of passive play uses and seasonal activities. <br /> There is also the potential for a hockey/skating rink in the flat area or out on the lake as well as walking <br /> paths and a mountain bike path. Some of the big components are the standard recreational play area as <br /> well as a natural area,which would allow the imagination of kids to work. <br /> Martin displayed floor plans of the proposed boathouse. The first floor would be storage for the boats and <br /> the second floor would contain an office area and conference rooms as well as a gathering space. The two <br /> sketches on the right demonstrate how the building is nestled into the hillside.As someone goes up the <br /> hill towards the street,the building becomes what appears to be a one-story boathouse from the road. The <br /> top image shows the deck overlooking the lake on the boathouse. <br /> Martin stated they are looking at something that is timeless in terms of architecture and will be long- <br /> lasting. As it relates to the building mass,the top picture depicts the building from the lake and the <br /> bottom image is a sketch depicting the two-story building nestled into the hillside. The small structure on <br /> the right is the pavilion. <br /> Martin displayed some more pictures of the building and the various areas of the park. Martin thanked <br /> the Park Commission for their consideration of their concept plan. <br /> Page 3 of 15 <br />