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minutes of the regular orono park commission <br />MEETING HELD ON OCTOBER 6. 1997 <br />Welles said he did not sec the benefit of taking land due to the natural area, the impact on <br />the Garden Lane cxtenaon, and the protection of land in the area. He preferred to take <br />cash. <br />Beal was informed that the cash would amount to 8% of the assessed value of the 6 lots, <br />which is currently unknown It was estimated the range would be around $20,000. <br />McDermott favored taking land. Even with the wetland delineation and drainage <br />easement, McDermott thought the easement would be of less value when held up against <br />the private property rights of individuals. He suggested the City possibly condemn Lot 3 <br />and making a continuing park land including the road and this 8% of land. <br />Wilson asked McDermott how he would feel if the City was not interested in condemmng <br />Lot 3. McDermott said if there was a driveway to the lot and the property is heavily <br />wooded, he would still feel it would add significantly to the appearance of the area. He <br />voiced concern with the cutting of trees for a yard and additions built such as sheds or <br />swing sets. <br />Welles felt there was adequate protection under the zoning ordinances. <br />Beal thought the decision was difficult without knowing the assessed value. He said he <br />was inclined to take the cash as it would be difficult to get to the land. <br />Wilson agreed. She did say, however, that she would possibly change her opinion if the <br />City did acquire Lot 3.