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MBWTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MONDAY, NOVEMBER 19,2001 6:30 o’clock p.m. (#01-2732 Revis Stephenson, Continued) 3. The MCWD shall issue an erosion control permit prior to issuance of a land alteration permit. 4. The flushing station located on the property shall be protected by fencing to ensure it will not be damaged during the project. 5. All slopes shall be restored with a minimum of four inches of topsoil and seeded or restored with some type of erosion control measure, erosion control plan shall be approved by the MCWD and - City Engineer. 6. The property owner provide some type of financial guarantee that could be used to correct any damage to the road caused by the contractor's activities. 7. Fox Ridge Road is a residential street. The contractor shall place signs on Fox Ridge Road alerting other users of the road where the work will be taking place. 8. Temporary fencing shall be Installed around the construction activity to separate the land alteration activity from the surrounding property. Stephenson stated he Is adamant about protecting the wetlands in this area and is agreeable with most of the conditions listed in the Planner’s Report. Stephenson requested clarification of Item #6 relating to the financial guarantee. Stephenson commented he was informed by the contractor that the road should not be damaged, noting the road currently is in poor shape. Stephenson stated the neighbors are supportive of this project since it will eliminate the steep slope, and that his intentions are to plant native grasses and trees in this area to help restore the area back to its natural state. Mabusth suggested the Applicant discuss the financial guarantee with the contractor. Weinberger stated the work is not expected to start until mid December, and If the ground is frozen by then, the hauling of the fill will not be as big of a concern. Stephenson indicated he has no control over when the fill will be brought in, with the project expecting to take between five and six davs. Smith inquired whether the impact on the wetland over time would be better or worse w*ith this project. Weinberger stated the City Engineer has indicated that the rate of water runoff will slow down by changing the grade in this area. In addition, vegetation will be planted in the areas where currently there is just dirt, which should help prevent erosion. Hawn recommended a deadline of May 30,2002 be required for the landscaping and planting. Stephenson stated he does not have a problem with that requirement. Smith inquired w hether the Applicant would be planting the same number of trees that will be removed. PAGES