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� j^..... <br /> i .;7� <br /> MINUTES OF TH� ��J ,, <br /> ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION ,r��j <br /> Monday, September 19,2005 �<-'� ., <br /> : <br /> 6:00 o'clock p.m. <;�F� � <br /> �� <br /> .�,.1:t <br /> J���`;, <br /> right next to an area that is supposed to be left nahiral. Gaffron stated the setback could possibly be <br /> changed in certain areas,but that given the amount of thought that went into the ordinance,the Planning <br /> Coinrnission should be careful to deviate from that with the first application that falls under the ordinance. <br /> Gaffron stated some formal discussions need to be held and a plan developed on exactly what is desired <br /> for this property. <br /> Gaffron suggested the applicant make a proposal and submit justification for why they want it to be that <br /> way. Gaffron requested the review period for this application be extended. <br /> Bohland stated they would be agreeable to an extension. <br /> Rahn stated in his view the applicant needs to discuss this application further with Staff and arrive at more <br /> specifics concerning the proposed development. <br /> Leslie stated this ordinance was developed to help preserve the look and character of Orono and it is not <br /> intended to make Orono like other cities. <br /> Rahn stated as time goes on, there will be less and less desirable land and the wetland ordinance will have <br /> a greater impact. <br /> Bohland stated he is aware of that but that there are times when some flexibility should be given. <br /> Jurgens inquired where the trail would Ue located. <br /> Gaffron stated the RPUD ordinance specifically states that tlle 10 percent private recreation area is in <br /> addition to the other park dedication. Gaffron stated the RPUD is the logical way to develop tliis parcel <br /> of land but that there might not be enough land available in one spot to malce a usefiil recreational area. <br /> Jurgens inquired whether amenities could be swapped for the 10 percent private land. <br /> Bohland stated if an open space is created for no purpose, it becomes niainly a maintenance issue and is <br /> ' not really fiinctional. Bohland stated tllere are opportunities to extend a trail north and/or a sidewalk over <br /> to the church property. <br /> Rahn suggested the applicant explore viable locations for sidewalks and trails. <br /> PAGE 23 <br />