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MINUTES OF THE ORONO COUNCIL MEETING OF APRIL 24, 1989 • REMOVAL OF WATERFOWL CONTINUED of Pheasant Lawn were experiencing problems with an increasing Canadian Goose population. The residents wish to particpate in a relocation program that will cost $1,000.00 per year. Bernhardson said that the City had not budgeted for participation in the program, but may wish to make a small contribution. The City had to make public notice to comply with DNR permit process. Dr. James Cooper of the Department of Fisheries and Wildlife, was present and provided information and a brief history concerning the Canadian Goose relocation program. Mayor Grabek questioned whether the increase in geese and, consequently goose droppings, would escalate to a health hazard if removal did not occur? Mr. Cooper said the possibility of a health hazard from geese is very remote. The problem is mainly aesthetic where property owners are concerned. Councilmember Goetten questioned when the removal program began. Dr. Cooper responded by saying that the program began in 1982 in the Lake of the Isles area. Mayor Grabek said he welcomed the opportunity to be involved and suggested that the City be kept abreast of the effectiveness of the program. • It was moved by Mayor Grabek, seconded by Councilmember Nettles, to contribute $200.00 toward the $1,000.00 fee and continue to monitor the situation. Motion, Ayes =S, Nays =O, Motion passed. WESTONRA /COUNTY ROAD 15 BEAUTIFICATION Mr. James Robin, a landscape architect, was in attendance and presented his proposals for the Westonka /County Road 15 Beautification project. The first requirement necessary for the project's success is that all three communities endorse and implement the proposal. The major objectives of the project is to improve the appearance of the road, repair the damage caused by the construction work, and "soften" the appearance of the area by taking advantage of the shoreline and other natural qualities. Plantings would also be used to soften the appearance. Reorganization and demarcation using tree islands of the off - street parking areas near the Seton Bridge and in Navarre would also increase the aesthetic quality of Shoreline Drive. Mayor Grabek confirmed that Mr. Robin had been commissioned by the Westonka Chamber of Commerce to put this plan together. He said that there would now be a drive to raise funding for the project. He asked Mr. Robin what the estimated cost of the project would be. Mr. Robin said that had not been determined. It was his understanding that much of the improvement would be • done by individual property owners. Councilmember Callahan questioned whether the plantings would grow along the side of the road? He mentioned the earlier 13