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I,m 21191.4 » I • / t \ I Jm\p/^€vr i) - L'-J y *Groiq> of 8 Subject: LMCD Comprehensive Plan and DRN Shoreland Regulation To the Mayors As you are aware , the LMCD has requested a 90 day extension from February 4th to attempt to work out modifications of its proposals which will be acceptable to the cities. Orono realizes that the major concerns of our city may differ in emphasis from those of certain other cities. But as a prelude to further discussions with one another» we attach a copy of a letter from us to the LMCD. We note with some concern, but little surprise, that contrary to the stated opinion of the LMCD, the Metropolitan Council asserts the right to veto all or any portions of the LMCD plan. This assertion means that, also contrary to the LMCD view, the Metro Council believes that it can veto any suggested future changes or prevent future deviations. Therefore, every effort must be made by us all to prevent any LMCD plan or proposal from being presented which is not positively favored by at least the vast majority of cities. To accomplish this goal and obtain the modification we seekf Orono suggests, m did the Metropolitan Council, that it is essential that the representative of each city on the LMCD board act under the control of, and in accordance with the wishes of, the respective city councils. As a practical matter, unless the cities agree to any LMCD plan, and the representatives follow instructions, the vote of the representatives is meaningless. Witness the current situation. In a related matter, you no doubt had forwarded to you a recent letter from John Stine of the DNR dated February 5, 1991, relating to shoreland regulations and funding. We again suggest that it is basically undersirable to negotiate with the LMCD concerning DNR shoreland regulations. Therefore we encourage you apply directly to the DNR for your share of the funds DNR has allocated for your use through LMCD in dealing with its proposals. If successful you can then leave the proposed agreement unsigned, or to rescind your agreement if already made. Our joint efforts to obtain modifications to the current proposed plan seem to have had some success. Orono hopes we can all build on that result. We trust, therefore, you will accept this letter as presenting our own suggestions and views and not as an attempt to exert pressure on your internal affairs. Sincerely,