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MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLA^JNING COMMISSION <br />MEETING HELD ON FEBRUARY 17.1998 <br />(#5 - #2339 James Render - Continued) <br />Gaflfiron reviewed the engineering issues as noted in the information packet, #1-6. The <br />future street extension is provided for in the current plan. He noted no information has <br />been received from the MCWD. A developer ’s agreement would be required including a <br />financial guarantee. <br />Gaffron reviewed the general subdivision comments noted. He indicated that the existing <br />33' right-of-way is satisfactory for Tonkawa Road. <br />Ga&on said the issues for discussion center around access. He noted that the ^ <br />Comprehensive Plan for an urban area looks at the need for a public road. If that is the <br />case and a cul-de-sac is built, there would be an issue with traffic and proximity to <br />Ma.xweli Bay access. He questioned whether the road could be restricted in its use or if it <br />should be posted as private. <br />Gafiron reviewed the Staff recommendations #1-7 as noted on page 6 of the packet <br />information. <br />Long Lake Fire Chief, Mike Brown, was present. He indicated that his immediate <br />reaction to the plan was to ask that the road be extended across to Birch Lane. Brown <br />said this area is difficult to access. He relayed difficulties that recently occurred from a <br />fire on West Farm Road. The situation is similar to that found in this area for <br />emergencies. Brown said he discourages cul-de-sacs as they are difficult to get to and <br />maneuver in. If a cul-de-sac is built, it should be larger according to Brown. He would <br />like to see cul-de-sacs that are large enough to drive into and turn around and wide <br />enough for trucks to pass each other. <br />Brown was informed that the standard for a cul-de-sac is paving 80' in diameter. Brown <br />felt this was sufficient for emergency needs. McMillan noted the problem with having <br />private wells and no hydrants. Brown said water is trucked in. Brown said at least one <br />engine has to get into a property when fighting a fire. <br />James Render agreed that good planning calls for the continuation of the two roadways. <br />He had informed Gaffion that he would contribute Ws share to that cause. While there <br />would normally be an even share for right-of-way. Render agreed to provide 42' on his <br />side of the property for the future road. Render noted that this results in a large loss of <br />area that is necessary to meet hardcover allowances. He requested a credit be given for <br />the property taken towards hardcover. He is concerned with building that roadway at this <br />time. Render does not believe the road should be built until it leads somewhere.