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ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING HELD AUGUST 20, 1990 ZONING FILE #1473/f1570-DOWNEY CONTINUED for runoff to go other than Mr. Downeyproperty." Mabusth replied, "I7ater has always drained down to Mr. Downey's property." Mr. Downey disagreed. He said, "The neighbor brought in a tremendous amount of fill. There was drainage onto my property, but it was not as severe as it is now since the retaining walls were removed. I know Maureen was out to look at the property. Does the Planning Commission believe there is drainage coming from the neighbor's property?" Rowlette replied, "There is no doubt about it. You can see evidence of where the water is draining and there are exposed tree roots." The other Planning Commission members concurred. Bellows said, "I am concerned about Mr. Downey's proposal to resolve the problem. I do not see that what is proposed will fix the area that has had the most severe erosion. The area by the stone path, as you are approaching the deck, is very unstable. I agree that something needs to be done, but this plan will not accomplish what you are trying to achieve." Bellows referred to the letter from the City Engineer. She said, "It is Glenn Cook’s opinion that the retaining \;all planned is in excess of what is necessary for bank stabilization. He is calling for a retaining wall along the east side of the boat house. However, he is not in favor of the other walls as shown." Mr. Downey replied, "I ar tr/i.ig to save as much money as possible and am, therefore, receptive to the City Engineer's comments. I would be happy to cut back the size of the wall. My biggest concern is the boat house. I'm afraid that erosion will move the boat house out of its present location." Bellows asked Mr. Downey how the boat house is currently being used. Mr. Downey replied. "It is being used •>=» a recreational area for my children and for a place to store water ukis, etc." Hanson said, "I am in agreement that some form of retaining walls are necessary to deal with erosion, particularly at the east wall of the boat house. I concur with Maureen that the area near the dock needs attention. However, I also agree with the comments from the City Engineer. I v/ould suggest that Mr. Downey get another assessment for resolving the problem from another source. We could table this application tor another month.” > 5 - I