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MINUTES OF THE <br /> ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING <br /> Monday, July 21, 2003 <br /> 6:00 o'clock p.m. <br /> (#18 #03-2926 WALTER RINGER JR., Continued) <br /> Gronberg pointed out that it could be rather onerous for the owners to pay connection fees now <br /> for future development. <br /> Gaffron agreed, stating that the connection fees could be delayed to a future time frame. He <br /> noted that if the parcel was subdivided into 2 lots, once the road was ready, the rest of the <br /> developments could be `phased in' similar to a subdivision or development. Although a unique <br /> situation, Gaffron praised the City and applicant for trying to the right thing now by planning for <br /> the future and not missing out on any opportunities it might hold. <br /> Hawn questioned the idea that the park dedication come directly out of the lakeshore, <br /> acknowledging that this would be a bit egregious to expect a piece of the most valuable portion <br /> of the property. <br /> While Gaffron understood her position, he noted that it was necessary to at least broach the <br /> subject. <br /> Noting that the sketch plan was well laid out, Chair Smith complimented the applicant and <br /> Gronberg for an attractive proposal. <br /> With regard to the future roadway, Gronberg stated that they would suggest a bigger loop that <br /> comes back upon itself in order to preserve the treed area on the property. He questioned how <br /> the backlot ordinance might impact their plans. <br /> Ringer stated that the title states that if the lot easement from Kingsley/Murphy is unavailable, <br /> this property would be given an easement directly parallel to the railroad tracks on the property. <br /> Ringer asked the Commission if they felt the proposal was feasible for them, the Ringers, to <br /> pursue before they commit to any further great expense to file an application. <br /> Chair Smith stated that the sketch plan seemed more than feasible. <br /> Gaffron suggested they design a 4-5 lot plat, starting with the initial 2 properties now as the <br /> preliminary plat and outlotting the second phase of 3-5 properties. As the City has done outlots <br /> for developers with additional phases of completion, Gaffron believed this to be and acceptable <br /> solution. He indicated that the City would need to obtain some kind of commitment from the <br /> Murphy's as to where the proposed roadway would run. <br /> Chair Smith thanked Ringer and Gronberg for their presentation and indicated that the <br /> Commission had no further issues. <br /> PLANNING COMMISSION COMMENTS <br /> PAGE 36 of 37 <br />