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MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION - Mondly, September 19, 2005 � 6:00 o'clock�.m. Thiesse stated the four-feet of standing water is a concern for him as it relates to safety and liability, noting that a preschool is also located on the properly as well as the adjacent group home. There were no additional public comments. Jurgens expressed a concern regarding the size of the parking lot and the size of the building, which will tend to change the character of the neighborhood. Jurgens noted there are no islands and trees being proposed for the parking lot. Jurgens questioned the need for the parking lot on the southwest side, which increases the encroachment. Kempf indicated he is in agreement with Commissioner Jurgens and that he prefers the trees and open space rather than such a large parking lot, which gives the appearance of trying to cram as many parking stalls in this area as possible. Winkey inquired whether the 221 stalls are required. Gundlach stated 108 parking stalls are required. Gundlach stated they would need to examine tl�e parking situation when the preschool and sanctuary are in use at the same time. �Winkey stated it appears that there is more than enougl� parking, and suggested that the current islands remain. Winkey inquired why the church feels they need 221 parking stalls. Tliiesse stated the requirement is a minimiun and that the 108 pat•king stalls is not sufficient, especially when there are special events held at the chw•ch. Thiesse stated they currently have 183 stalls and that is not sufficient at times. Winkey stated the bigger demand for the parking appears to only occtn•on a few occasions throughout the ye�r. Fritzle►• indicated he does not have a problem witll the application. Bremer stated she also does not have a problem with the appiication but that she does have a concern regarding the pond. Bremer stated at the very least some type of safety fencing should be installed. PAGE 38