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MINUTES OF THE ORONO COUNCIL MEETING OF JUNE 12, 1989 • ZONING FILE #1410 - PRINEAS CONTINUED Councilmember Callahan questioned whether a lot line rearrangement had been copsidered by the applicants? Gaff ron replied that the applicants were aware of such an option, but preferred to proceed with this plan. It was moved by Councilmember Callahan, seconded by Mayor Grabek, to table this application until the June 26, 1989 Council Meeting in order to allow the applicants to test for a third septic system location. Mr. Prineas indicated that he preferred not to have this matter continue any longer. Councilmembers Goetten, Nettles and Mayor Grabek indicated that they could not vote to approve the current proposal. Motion, Ayes =5, Nays =O, Motion passed. ENGINEER'S REPORT LIVINGSTON AVENUE DRAINAGE Ms. Karen Cuff was present for this matter and distributed information pertaining to testing for possible contaminants located on their property. She explained that there would be a cost between $700 and $1500.00 to have the testing done if no contaminants were found to exist in dangerous levels. She questioned whether the City had any responsibility in this regard. • Mayor Grabek responded that the City of Orono had no such responsibility. Councilmember Goetten added that a precedent would be set if the City were to pay to have soil testing done on her private property. It was moved by Mayor Grabek, seconded by Councilmember Nettles, to agree that Ms. Cuff proceed with soil testing at no cost to the City of Orono. Motion, Ayes =5, Nays =O, Motion passed. Ms. Cuff expressed her concern involving liability on her behalf should an above ground drainage system be used and contaminants are found downstream from her. Councilmember Callahan said that the City could proceed with a Public Hearing to obtain input from neighboring property owners regarding storm sewer installation. Acting City Administrator Gerhardson noted that Ms. Cuff had not obtained the required number of signatures on a petition to warrant a Public Hearing. It was moved by Councilmember Callahan, seconded by Mayor Grabek, to table this item until the required number of signatures are obtained on a petition. Motion, Ayes =5, Nays =O, Motion passed. • 1989 SEAL COAT BID AWARD It was moved by Councilmember Goetten, seconded by Councilmember Nettles, to accept Allied Blacktop's bid of $68,200.40. Motion, Ayes =5, Nays =O, Motion passed.