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• <br /> 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 /> Gaffron stated that, if the Commission's recommendation is that the trail situation would be <br /> better resolved once we know whether or not this was to remain a ditch or turn into a storm <br /> sewer system, that would be a reasonable recommendation. <br /> Smith asked about the next five years. <br /> Dr. Kotteman reminded the Commissioners that the trail to the east dead-ends anyway with no <br /> where to go now. He suggested they escrow the funds to build the trail once the property to the <br /> east is developed and the City knows what direction the streetscape and trails will take. <br /> There were no public comments. <br /> Smith inquired what the view from Highway 12 and Old Crystal Bay Road would be. Since the <br /> repositioning places the back of the building along that intersection, she wondered if passersby <br /> would look at trash receptacles or what the view might be. <br /> Gaffron noted the entire building would be of the same material and landscaping would surround <br /> the building. <br /> Dr. Berg stated that while they had not invested in an architects rendition at this point, the <br /> intention would be to make the building as attractive as possible. Berg indicated that the <br /> applicants desire a professional looking building and have even considered a false front with <br /> gable and garden to resemble the front of the building. <br /> Dr. Kottemen added that they would commission the architect to create a false front rendition <br /> once they are confident they've been given the go ahead. <br /> Gaffron noted that the next stage would require the Commission to see the exact particulars of <br /> the design elements. <br /> Dr. Berg indicated that the building will be very traditional looking. <br /> Smith complimented them on the nice design they had chosen which compliments the look of <br /> City Hall. <br /> Gaffron reminded the Commission to consider site plan, layout, trail, and easements versus lot <br /> line at this time. <br /> PAGE 6 of 28 <br />