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MINUTES OF THE <br /> ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING <br /> Monday,August 19, 2002 <br /> 6:30 o'clock p.m. <br /> (#02-2782 ORONO PROFESSIONAL PROPERTIES, Continued) <br /> Rahn asked if the parking design was meant to service the next door property located where it <br /> was. <br /> Gaffron stated that the applicants were required by the City to align the access opposing the <br /> Orono Police Station existing driveway. <br /> Rahn stated that he was in favor of moving the lot line in order to locate the parking within the <br /> property. <br /> Dr. Berg acknowledged that Hawn was correct in her observation that the current flow pattern is <br /> not the best; however, indicated that they may be developing the other property which would <br /> complete the traffic flow and provide a better circular pattern. <br /> Hawn asked the applicants how they felt about the trail located closer to the building. <br /> Dr. Kotteman stated that this was the first he had heard of the potential to fill in the ditch. <br /> Gaffron stated that if the storm sewers can direct the flow underground, the grade would be <br /> virtually flat, allowing the trail closer to Highway 12 with a 6" curb and gutter. He reiterated <br /> that, if the ditch is filled in, the trail can be moved off the encroachment on their property. <br /> Smith asked what might happen to Highway 12 that could impact this area over the next several <br /> years. <br /> Gaffron indicated that, while the City does not plan on one, the City traffic consultant pointed <br /> out that they could have another access point from these properties onto Highway 12. He added <br /> that discussions need to occur between the Orono and Long Lake Park and Planning <br /> Commissions and City Councils with regard to the character of that road. While it would likely <br /> not be much wider, it would offer sidewalks. Gaffron stated no one currently has any idea of the <br /> streetscape plan for the Highway 12 roadway yet, over the next few years, however, this would <br /> need to be determined. Other questions, like buried power lines, would need to be addressed, <br /> however, due to the cost, likely a half million dollars burying the lines from just Willow to Old <br /> Crystal Bay Road, this would be prohibitive. <br /> In terms of patients, Smith asked the applicants how moving the trail closer to the building <br /> impacts the corner. <br /> PAGE 4 of 28 <br />