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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO PARK COMMISSION <br /> MEETING HELD ON JANUARY 5, 1998 <br /> (#6 Planning - Continued) <br /> Ilse reminded the Commissioners of the spring walk for parks to take place in April. This <br /> is in conjunction with Earth Day and is a nationally promoted activity. The Commission <br /> felt the activity could be a combination of a bike/walk. Ilse will check with other <br /> communities in the area regarding possible involvement. <br /> Erickson suggested the possibility of pledges designated towards specified needs. Ilse <br /> will determine specific requirements for the event for discussion at the February meeting. <br /> The June Park Tour will be scheduled. <br /> Park Development planning was changed to improvement. Antoine and Bederwood were <br /> eliminated from the list. The focus for 1998 will be Dickey Park and the Orono winter <br /> recreation improvements. A proposed skating rink is in planning for the Orono Golf <br /> Course property. <br /> Gappa said the quarterly community communications from the Park Commission can be <br /> included in the spring bulletin. He will determine the deadline for providing information. <br /> It was suggested that the list of parks and facilities be included as well as providing the <br /> names of the members of the Commission. Welles indicated that this information can be <br /> provided to new residents as well. White suggested the use of pictures in the article. <br /> Welles will coordinate the community communications. <br /> (#7) TREE PRESERVATION REPORT - WILSON <br /> The Park Commission is inactive regarding its involvement in tree preservation. The <br /> Planning Commission is working on a moderate ordinance with policy for guidelines. If <br /> more enforcement is required, additional changes can be made at a later date. An <br /> educational brochure on tree preservation will be provided to residents. Wilson <br /> suggested any remarks on the subject to given to Mike Gaffron. <br /> The main thrust of the policy will be in buffering while maintaining the rights of the <br /> private landowner. The policy will provide principles for developers to follow. <br /> (#8) FRIENDS OF PARK AWARD <br /> Ilse suggested the Friends of the Park Award be presented to Amelia Kroeger. She is the <br /> recycling coordinator but is known for her consistent work in picking up in and around <br /> the Stubbs Bay area. <br /> Welles moved, Wilson seconded, to recommend Amelia Kroeger to receive the Friends of <br /> the Park Award for 1997. Vote: Ayes 6,Nays 0. <br /> 8 <br />