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ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING MONDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2001 • 1. Planning Commission Interviews— Continued White asked about his leadership style. He stated he is a team builder and feels a group should determine leadership, and he would look for a consensus. Sansevere asked if he would be willing to serve as an alternate. He stated he would. Mr. Ronald (Butch) Zelinsky was the second interview. He stated he has lived in Orono for 4 %2 years, has a 12- year -old in the Orono schools, loves the area, and would like to add his perspective to the Planning Commission. Mayor Peterson asked if he was familiar with Orono's Comprehensive Plan. Mr. Zelinsky stated he was through recently acquiring property along Highway 12. Sansevere asked if he had an idea of the direction Orono should go in the future. He stated he felt the future depends on the Highway 12 corridor and relations with Long Lake. He would like to see a downtown area with services that are currently not available to create a sense of community with shops and gathering areas. Flint asked if being a realtor would cause conflicts of interest. Mr. Zelinsky stated he would fully disclose any conflicts and step back when appropriate. • Nygard asked if he was familiar with the job and time commitments of the Planning Commission. He stated he would have no problem visiting sites and attending meetings. He said he added a pool a couple of years ago and worked with the Commission. He enjoyed the process. Nygard asked if he felt he had to be strictly guided by the Comprehensive Plan. He stated he feels there should be a dialogue when tough issues arise and the Commission should come to a consensus. White asked about his vision of the future. Mr. Zelinsky felt the 2 -5 acre minimum lot size was critical and believed the City should hold firmly to the 2 -acre minimum. He felt the community had needs for community centers, restaurants, and other gathering places. Sansevere asked if he would be willing to serve as an' alternate. He stated he would. Ms. Susan Moseley was the third interview. She stated she has been a resident since 1988. She has run a small business and been a stockbroker. She was involved with the Orono schools while her children were attending. She felt she would bring her interest, desire, and enthusiasm to the Commission. She felt a city must meet the current needs of its residents, but also plan for the future. 2