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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING HELD ON JANUARY 26, 1998 ( #13 - #2338 Freshwater Foundation - Continued) . Kelley noted that the University operated the building for 19 years. He asked if there was any change in the floor plan or hardcover during that time period. Hurr indicated a garage was added. Brown said the garage is located in the corner of the property by the O'Sullivan property and used as a storage facility. The original specifications and plans have been followed. Brown indicated that, at one time, there was the intention to construct a channel from the "boat room" to the lake for scientists to bring samples directly to the labs by boat. This did not occur. Kelley asked if the garage would require a variance. Hun said the garage was built legally by the University. Kelley said it should be included in the records for future reference. Kelley moved, Peterson seconded, to approve the use within the conditional use permit. Jabbour asked that the motion reflect no hazardous materials and put the tenant on notice regarding this exclusion. All chemicals in use are to be filed with the Fire Department. Vote: Ayes 5, Nays 0. ( #14) MOONEY LAKE ELEVATION CONTROL - INFORMATION UPDATE Douglas Dayton, 300 CoRd 6, reported that his intention is to solve the high water problem on Mooney Lake. The lake has continued to rise, causing the loss of trees. The • lake has no outlet. Dayton indicated that the high water levels of the 100 acre lake has caused 115 of 6" diameter trees and 65 of 12" diameter trees to die. This is the second tree line that has been lost since he moved there in 1960. Dayton reported that the Watershed District is aware of the problem and agree that it should be solved. Dayton said it would be helpful if the City would ask the Watershed District to solve the problem. Gaffron indicated there were three issues of concern. One is the question of where the pump discharge outlet will be located and whether it would be tied in to storm sewers or with the North Ferndale Road improvement project. He thought the discharge may go to the Plymouth side to Hadley Lake. If it flows to the Orono side, the water would run through Spring Hill Golf Course or to Lydiard Lake. Gaffron said any additional water to Lydiard may cause problems to this sensitive area. Gaffron said he would recommend the outlet not discharge to either Spring Hill Golf Course or Lydiard Lake. Another issue is how the solution would be funded. Gaffron indicated that discussion has occurred regarding assessing the watershed. The property owners affected include Dayton, a few in Medina, and the majority in Plymouth. P 18