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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO COUNCIL MEETING HELD AUGUST 12, 1985. PAGE 2 PUBLIC COMMENTS continued Speaking in behalf of the petitioning residents, David Fox of 1645 Bohns Point Rd., stated that they felt the area was an established residential area with many families with children and they should not be subjected to this type of activity. Mr. Fox stated that the parking problems included the road being too narrow with inadequate access and parking, the amount of hours involved, inadequate lighting, and no sidewalks. City Administrator Bernhardson explained that staff is attempting to determine the amount of cars that can be parked in the area safely. Margene B. Fox, 1645 Bohns Point Rd. , stated that the Parade of homes officials estimated 5,000 people visit an upper bracket home on a typical Sunday for which Bohns Point Road cannot handle because cars must enter and exit on one street. She also felt that this was a low estimate. Councilmember Adams stated that from direct experience, the number of cars that show up on a saturday and sunday to view these homes is appalling. Adams feels s*ro,g'y that the City should monitor this type of promotional "ctivity. Judson Dayton, 1655 Bohns Point Rd., stated that there is a large green circle area in which the neighbors jointly try to keep looking ricf- fc.i th-u kids tc: {.play in ortf would request that the area not be used for parking because of the damage that could be caused on a rainy day. City Administrator Bernhardson stated that the issues of parking in the circle and travel. along the circle is strictly a private party matter between Mr. Krutzig, as part owner, and the other owners. Mr. Krutzig stated that he talked with the Chief of Police and has made arrangements for assistance for the parking and the heavy traffic which would occur mainly on weekends. Mayor Butler felt that because there would be a steady flow of cars coming in and out, there must be enough room for two cars tc pass each other. Robert H. Owens, 1700 Bohns Point Rd. , expressed his concerns for the safety of children and particularly the access for an emergency vehicle if necessary. Mr. Owens also stated that the City has a responsiblity to look at the public safety issues.