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ORONO COUNCIL MEETING HELD FEBRUARY 25, 1991 (|6)PARK COMMISSION APPOINTMENT CONTINUED A motion was made by Goetten, seconded by Mayor Peterson, to appoint Stephen Johnston to the Park Commission for a two-year term, and to appoint Richard Flint, James Gilbert and Susan Wilson to the Park Commis'^ion for three-year terms. Jabbour expressed his appreciation -o the applicants who were persistent in their efforts to be appointed. Motion, Ayes-3, Na/s-0. Motion passed. OTHER Goetten stated that she and CounciImember Jabbour had attended the February 20, 1991 Planning Commission meeting regarding the Highway 12 Corridor issue. She said, "The purpose of the meeting was to solicit input from the public on that issue. I thought the meeting went very well and was pleased to see that so many people were interestad in attending. The Planning Commission will hold a Work Session on February 27th for the purpose of preparing a recommendation to Council." Jabbour concurred with Goetten. He said, "I was extremely impressed that everyone was given an opportunity to say what they had to say. I think people left with the feeling that they had been given a chance to be heard. I would like the Council to know how much I appreciated the manner in which Mr. Kelley conducted the meeting." Goetten said, "I agree, Charlie Kelley did an excellent job. I think we should all be thankful that he is involved in our City." Sherokee Use said, "From the public’s perspective, it was wonderful to have the opportunity to be heard. Many people expressed their appreciation for the opportunity to be heard and to participate in this process. I would like to thank the Council and Pj.anning Commission for making it possible for the citizen.^ to be involved in this process." Mayor Peterson stated that Council needs to schedule a date for the first "Town Meeting". She said, "The purpose of this meeting is to give Orono residents the opportunity to come before the Council in an informal manner and tell us their likes and dislikes about the City. Council will not give their opinions, but will listen to what the residents have to say." Sherokee suggested that Council may wish to limit the time period of the meeting. Mayor Peterson suggested 13:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Jabbour stated that it may be appropriate for Council to make an opening statement indicating their position on the major issues. - 7 -