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MINUTES OF A REGULAR ORONO COUNCIL MEETING <br />HELD APRIL 12, 1993 <br />INTERVIEWS - CONT. <br />Hurr asked if he has ever attended a Planning Commission meeting. <br />Lorence stated no. <br />Mayor Callahan asked if he was aware that the Planning Commission <br />is an advisory body. <br />Lorence stated he was aware of that fact. <br />Kelley asked whether there Is any one element of the City’s plan <br />he would change. <br />Lorence Indicated he initially felt the Industrial portion of the <br />City should be enlarged, but after review of the Plan felt it may <br />be adequate, and felt their taxes should not Increase too much If <br />density rema is constant. <br />Charles Nolan. Jr.. 435 Old Crystal Bay Road, said he is involved <br />In a family owned construction business, which has allowed him to <br />watch changes in development and Its affect on cities. He stated <br />he grew up In this area. He felt his past experience would be an <br />asset as he is capable of reading plans and Interpreting <br />development, able to negotia*a better solutions, and has some <br />education in real estate development. <br />Kelley asked if he would consider the financial aspects of <br />development first. <br />Nolan said ne would first consider the quality and environment with <br />respect to new development. <br />Goetten asked if he could divorce himself from his livelihood and <br />make decisions based on the Comprehensive Plan. <br />Nolan noted he loves this area and does not want to see change. He <br />added he has read the Plan. <br />Jabbour noted it is Important to make a distinction between <br />development types, and asked his vision for the next five years. <br />Nolan indicated he sees the character of Orono remaining the same, <br />and hopes they can persevere from the development pressures to <br />come. He said he does not mean he would take the side of the <br />developer, but rather try to understand their position and try to <br />resolve any issues.