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ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING <br />MINUTES FOR NOVEMBER 22, 1999 <br />(LMCD, Continued) <br />Kelley commented that he was surprised at the low attendance records of some of the members <br />on the LMCD Board. <br />Mayor Jabbour stated that the LMCD needs to have a leader who has a vision of what the <br />future of the LMCD is, noting that environmental issues are becoming very important in the <br />minds of a lot of residents in the area. <br />McMillan commented that the cities and residents need to continue to manage the natural <br />resources that exist in the area for future generations and not to take them for granted. <br />Mayor Jabbour thanked McMillan for her efforts on the LMCD Board. <br />Flint commended McMillan on her fine attendance record. <br />PARK COMMISSION APPLICANT INTERVIEWS <br />Ted Edin, Casco Point, indicated that he was interested in serving on the Park Commission <br />as he enjoys the outdoors and is looking for a meaningful cause to which he could devote some <br />of his time. Edin commented that he is basically retired and would be able to devote • <br />sufficient time to this cause. <br />Edin stated that he is unsure what direction the City of Orono would like to see pursued as it <br />relates to the local parks, but indicated he would be willing to follow the direction of the City <br />Council in that regard. <br />Mayor Jabbour commented that the City of Orono's philosophy regarding its local parks is <br />changing somewhat and that the City is in the process of amending their comprehensive plan to <br />reflect that change. Jabbour indicated that the majority of Orono's parks tend to be more <br />passive and have been acquired by the City through the generous donations of the citizens in <br />this area. <br />Edin stated that he is a hard worker and would be devoted to the improvement of the parks. <br />Flint advised Edin that the Parks Commission is an advisory board, with the City Council <br />making the final decision as it relates to the parks. Flint stated that the City attempts to get a <br />broad geographical representation on the Parks Commission, noting that currently one member <br />on the Commission lives in the Casco Point area. <br />Flint commended Edin on his interest in becoming involved with the activities of the City. <br />Mayor Jabbour thanked Edin for appearing before the City Council. • <br />