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MINUTES OF THE PARK COMMISSION MEETING OF MARCH 7, 1994 <br /> (#3) PARK PLANNING - CONT. <br /> Moorse indicated because of the methods used by Decision Resources, there are no "hang ups" <br /> on the phone and people are willing to talk. A problem with written surveys is usually the <br /> responses are received from people with special interests rather than general interests. <br /> Howells asked when the last survey was taken in Orono. <br /> Chair Flint replied he did not know the date but 381 responses had been received. Flint <br /> questioned the amount of time and money that would be involved on the first phase of the <br /> process. <br /> Shardlow estimated the cost at $3,000 to $5,000 plus the amount of the survey. <br /> Moorse interjected there would be no need to continue if the survey results indicate a lack of <br /> interest in pursuing a park development plan. Decision Resources said it would be best to <br /> complete the survey before school is out. It would actually take less than a week to complete <br /> the phone survey but 3 to 4 weeks would be needed to prepare a report. At that point if the City <br /> decides to go ahead, a public information forum would be set up which process could take a <br /> couple of months. <br /> Vongries wondered where the sense of urgency is coming from. He favored the use of written <br /> surveys. Answers received over the phone could be interpreted differently. <br /> White said he is familiar with the services of survey companies and know they are trained <br /> professionals. The results would be valuable to the City and money well spent. <br /> Chair Flint agreed and said, "We sit here sometimes with pooled ignorance." He is concerned <br /> that future park development in the City be done with everybody's best interest. <br /> McMillan inquired as to the end product? <br /> Case responded it would a detailed published document basically showing a general concept plan <br /> with maps, graphics and concepts. It could have master plans that would serve as a guide for <br /> future park development. <br /> Chair Flint commented the total price of the proposal including the survey would amount to <br /> $26,000 to $34,000 and asked where the funding would come from. <br /> Moorse responded it could come from park dedication funds. <br /> Mayor Callahan explained funds could be received from bonds. <br /> 3 <br />