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ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES FOR OCTOBER 26, 1998 (Brush and Leaf Disposal Site, Continued) Mayor Jabbour remarked the City of Orono is attempting to find other suitable locations for the disposal of brush and leaves, but Long Lake has indicated they will continue to utilize that site, which is a decision the Citv of Orono cannot control. Dalbec commented Long Lake utilizes only a small portion of the site and the majority of the problem has been caused by Orono. Mayor Jabbour reiterated that the City is attempted to address the residents' concerns and to find appropriate solutions to the problems being experienced in that area. Jenr.ing, resident, stated unfortunately residents have started using this site to dump other garbage as well, and requested the City of Orono to close the site down permanently due to the abuses that are continuing to occur at that site. Jenning commented he was told by the police that they were unable to do anything about the situation. Mayor Jabbour stated City Administrator Moorse has drafted a memo addressing this problem a few days ago, which is why the matter is on the agenda for tonight's meeting. Jenning remarked that people are abusing the site and requested policing of the area in an effort to stop the violations. Mayor Jabbour suggested no trespassing signs could be posted as well as policing by the City of Long Lake. Jabbour commented that the heavier activity occurred back in May following the storm. Jenning stated the residents in the neighborhood understood back in May the emergency situation and were willing to accommodate the situation, but the site has been continued to be utilized well after the damage from the storm has been cleaned up and is putting an undue burden upon the residents in that area as well as causing safety concerns for the children in the area. Goetten commented she has received phone calls all summer long requesting that they be able to utilize this site, but noted that this site is not located within the City of Orono limits which makes it difficult for the City to enforce or shut down. Jenning remarked that the Long Lake Fire Department has utilized this site to burn cars, which posed a hazard to the children in the neighborhood. Jenning commented they are now experiencing increased traffic as well. Jenning stated he was informed by the City of Long Lake that the majority of the dumping is being done by the City of Orono Mayor Jabbour stated the City has taken steps to correct the problems 2.1