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ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES FOR FEBRUARY 28, 2000 • (LMCD, Continued) to this area, but placement of buoys would help address the safety concerns in the channel. McMillan noted the Task Force will continue to address this issue. Sansevere stated in his view some of the concerns expressed are very valid and should be addressed. Sansevere inquired whether the lane could be reduced to 20 feet, with access being limited to the water patrol. Mayor Jabbour commented the people in this area need to act logically and reasonably when navigating the channel. Jabbour stated in his view people will continue to swim to shore as well as swim in the safety lanes, which should be discouraged. Jabbour stated people need to have access to. those lanes. McMillan stated some consideration has been given to making the lane a dead -end to eliminate people crossing over. Mayor Jabbour pointed out people with jet skis will also utilize this lane. McMillan commented a large number of boats utilize this area every day of the week, with some measures needing to be taken to address the safety issues. • Mayor Jabbour stated in his opinion the LMCD needs to continue to support the local police force. E McMillan stated the LMCD will be appealing the special deputy case to the Supreme Court, noting it would be in the best interests of the LMCD if this case is overturned. Mayor Jabbour noted the special deputies consist of volunteers. Jabbour stated the special deputies are entitled to do citizen arrests. He indicated the lake area cities need to get involved to ensure adequate public safety staffing on the lake. Sansevere suggested approaching some of the local TV stations about this issue. Sansevere stated in his view there are some very serious safety issues that need to be addressed. McMillan commented that perhaps some additional ambassadors on the lake would be beneficial as well. McMillan stated one of the problems is the large territory that needs to be covered. Mayor Jabbour stated the City should take steps to promote personal responsibility as well as educate the residents on the proper way to use the lake and channel. Sansevere commented that unfortunately there are some people who use this lake who are not responsible in their actions and are causing problems for the others. McMillan stated the LMCD will continue to pursue both issues Page 5