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ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES FOR MARCH 13, 2000 5. #2556 Barbara and Collins Cavender, having an interest in 139511405 Rest Point Road — Variances – Resolution No. 4430 - Continued Mrs. Cavender stated that the existing house, which they own, actually extends into the road. Kelley asked if the Cavenders understand the City's hardcover issues. Mayor Jabbour added that the Cavenders current plan maximizes use of the lot, and structural coverage has been maximized at 15 %. As a result, the Cavenders would not be approved in the future for any patios or decks. Mayor Jabbour moved, and Kelley seconded, to adopt Resolution No. 4430 approving the existing resolution with the addition to the language that no additional hardcover will be allowed on the property. Vote: Ayes 5, Nays 0. MAYOR/COUNCH, REPORT Mayor Jabbour stated he had been approached by Mr. Kent Carlson of Ryan Company who wants to buy Washington Scientific and tear down the building, then build a pharmaceutical company office and small warehouse on the property. He wants to work with the City regarding environmental clean up of the property. He is also interested in working with the • City on developing building standards. Kelley asked if the Fire Marshall has ever visited the site. He stated that most large fires happen in vacant buildings and that he would like to see a report on the W.S.I. and V.C.I. buildings. Mayor Jabbour stated he is not certain a frontage road serving the industrial area is a good idea because it would push traffic into residential areas. Mayor Jabbour stated he had attended a positive Big Island Committee meeting. A resident asked about parties. Mayor Jabbour stated that it should be considered the same as any other party permit. Mayor Jabbour stated he has viewed a potential realignment of the lots in Fleming Addition in Long Lake. An issue everyone should consider is that they could serve the subdivision by doing a curb cut on the private road. He asked if the Council wants a new road dissecting what might be considered parkland in the future. He asked for a copy of the subdivision plan so that the Council could discuss the plan. Sansevere asked if the Council has ever considered changing the Regular City Council Meeting meeting day. Mayor Jabbour stated they don't want Council meetings to conflict with other community meetings so they have a chance at receiving press coverage. Kelley stated that if the Orono/Long Lake merger occurs they will have to reconsider the meeting day. • 3