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MINUTES OF THE <br />ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING <br />Monday, November 22, 2004 <br />7:00 o'clock p.m. <br />(2. MCWD Stubbs Bay Water Quality Project Presentation, Continued) <br />Hafner stated that the manufacturers of the devices indicated that speed boats would not impact the <br />devices; however, the MCWD felt some additional safety buoys might be warranted, the cost of <br />which would also be eovered,by thelevy, r`; <br />White asked how the systems would be monitored or how notices of the study would be <br />distributed. <br />Hafner stated that the systems would be leased initially in order to monitor performance, which <br />would be ongoing. He pointed out that the devices are used elsewhere across the country and the <br />MCWD is optimistic of the results. <br />Wyatt noted that the MCWD would be posting updates of progress on the website and would <br />continue to work with staff. <br />Murphy applauded the MCWD's efforts to improve water quality and voiced his support for the <br />project; however, he encouraged the MCWD to continue its monitoring efforts of Lake Classen and <br />its impacts on water quality. <br />Having attended a public meeting on the study, McMillan pointed out the residents were very <br />positive and supportive of the project. <br />is <br />Murphy moved, McMillan seconded, that the City support the recommended water quality • <br />improvements for Stubbs Bay. VOTE: Ayes 5, Nays 0. <br />APPROVAL OF MINUTES <br />3. Regular Council Meeting of November 8, 2004 <br />Although he was not present at the previous City Council Meeting, Murphy wished to add an <br />addendum to the Minutes reflecting that Mr. Engleman, who spoke during the public comments <br />portion of the Minutes, had brought this property's problems to the City's attention on numerous <br />occasions for over a year. While Murphy appreciated staff's efforts to visit the site and take <br />pictures, he was concerned by the other neighbors' lack of courtesy, and willingness to take <br />advantage of his neighbors. <br />Murphy moved, White seconded, to approve the Minutes of November 8, 2004, as discussed. <br />VOTE: Ayes 5, Nays 0. <br />PARK COMMISSION COMMENTS — Meeting to be held November 29, 2004 <br />PLANNING COMMISSION COMMENTS — Travis Winkey <br />Winkey stated that he had nothing to report, but would remain for questions. <br />• <br />PAGE 2 of 11 <br />