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ORONO REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING HELD JULY 9, 1990 <br />ADMINISTRATIVE APPEAL-WOJCIK CONTINUED <br />Bernhardson stated that the concerns do not involve the <br />present owner of the property, but rather future ov/ners. He <br />said, "Because of the additional bathroom, the house may now be <br />more appropriate for a larger family to occupy." <br />Mrs. Wojcik stated that the property had been occupied by <br />larger families prior to her and her husband's purchase of it. <br />Mr. Wojcik noted that the septic system had been inspected <br />in 1988 and that the system is functioning. He further stated <br />that there are two holding tanks on this particular system, which <br />i not commonly found in his neighborhood. <br />Mayor Grabek stated that there should be no problem with the <br />Wojciks proceeding if it is determined that the sewer project <br />will go ahead. <br />Bernhardson recommended that if such is the case. <br />Council require the Wojciks to sign a waiver of appeal. <br />that <br />Mayor Grabek asked Mr. Wojcik whether he would be willing to <br />sign a waiver of appeal. <br />Mr. V7ojcik replied, "I don't agree with the way that the <br />sewer is being proposed. There are many small homes on small <br />I0..S. The sewer line will be passing by land that is not yet <br />developed. I believe thac the City is fixing the problem for <br />now, but creating another problem 15 to 20 years from now. I <br />v;ill not agree to sign a waiver of appeal." <br />Councilmember Callahan did not believe that Mr. Wojcik <br />should be asked to sign a waiver if he does not wish to do so. <br />He suggested tabling the matter until it is knov/n whether the <br />sewer project will proceed. <br />Mr. Wojcik preferred to have the Council make a decision <br />this evening so that he could proceed with his plans. He said, <br />"I bought the materials to do the project because I did not <br />foresee any problem with obtaining a permit." <br />Councilmember Goetten was receptive to Mr. Wojcik's point of <br />view. She said, "I must, however, respect the opinions of <br />Michael Gaffron who is our authority on septic systems. I could <br />not approve the Wojciks' request at this point without knowing <br />whether the sewer project will proceed." <br />Councilmember Callahan concurred with Goetten. <br />Gaffron stated that it may be mid October before the City <br />will know whether the project will proceed. <br />- 11 -