01/17/2012 Planning Commission Minutes

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MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday,January 17,2012 6:30 o'clock p.m. Chermak stated limited lighting is acceptable but that there will be some lighting installed outdoors for safety purposes. Landgraver asked whether the grove of mature trees will be preserved. Chermak stated the patio and deck is located on that side so no grading will be required. Some pruning is required but not a significant amount. Chermak indicated those trees should remain basically untouched. Schoenzeit stated the Planning Commission would strongly suggest that the mature grove of trees be preserved and require a vegetation plan to delineate the right-of-way. Schoenzeit moved,Leskinen seconded,to recommend approval of Application#12-3541,KC Chermak of Pillar Homes on behalf of Robb and Tina Richter,3508 Ivy Place,granting of a hardcover variance,an average lakeshore setback variance,and a side,street setback variance, subject to recommendations of Staff,with the condition that hardcover be limited at 46 percent in the 75-250 foot zone; subject to the condition that a vegetation plan be submitted for Staff s review and approval; with the recommendation that the applicant make every effort to preserve the old grove trees and to use good judgment with the outdoor lighting plan to be compatible with the neighborhood. VOTE: Ayes 5,Nays 0. PLANNING COMMISSION COMMENTS 8. REPORT OF PLANNING COMMISSION REPRESENTATIVES ATTENDING CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS ON NOVEMBER 28,2011,DECEMBER 12,2011,AND JANUARY 9, 2012 Thiesse stated at the November 28th meeting Gabriel Jabbour talked about Big Island Park and there was some discussion regarding County Road 112 and Navarre. In addition,the City received eight applications for the position of public works director/city engineer. Curtis indicated the City received 12 applications in total. Gaffron noted the Council interviewed four candidates on Friday and two will be brought back for another interview. Landgraver stated there was nothing real noteworthy discussed at the December 12`�'meeting and that the annual truth-in-taxation meeting was held prior to the Council meeting. Levang reported at the January 9'�'meeting the Council discussed the improvements to the bridge over the channel and had some discussion regarding the hardcover task force. Curtis noted Staff will be meeting on Monday with Ben Gozola to discuss the direction given at the joint work session. Levang commented she appreciated the opportunity to review the materials of the hardcover taskforce and that she concurs the City has a strong responsibility to protect the lake. Levang stated in her view the Page 29