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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING HELD ON JANUARY 26, 1998 (LMCD Report - Continued) Jabbour asked what generated the discussion. McMillan confirmed that an application prompted the discussion. Jabbour noted that the LMCD was given information on dock usage showing Orono only allows docks as a secondary use on properties with a primary residence. McMillan said the LMCD authorized their staff to submit an application for grant funding from the LCMR for acquisition of additional public access to the lake. She indicated that Jabbour had voiced concern regarding the LMCD's involvement in this activity. It is felt the cities should work with the DNR on access. Jabbour noted that the initial $2.3 million grant amount was raised to $5 million. He briefed the Council regarding the grant money and LMCD's involvement. He said the LMCD does not have the authority or expertise in this matter and should obtain input from cities. The DNR should be made aware of the city philosophy regarding access. Jabbour indicated that the DNR's original plan for Maxwell Bay would not have had positive results for the City. He believes the plans need to be site specific and design weighted to a community. Goetten asked how the LMCD got involved between the city and DNR. Kelley questioned where it states in the charter that the LMCD can ask for such funding. • Jabbour said the LMCD is to be the lead agency but not get involved in the acquisition process. He noted there are 14 cities in the LMCD, and they should have a voice. The LMCD's main thrust is to be education. Jabbour said the LMCD should not be used as the leverage in obtaining funding and views it as a policy issue. He has asked mayors to meet to discuss this issue, which the LMCD does not favor seeing happen. Kelley clarified that McMillan should vote in favor of the LMCD withdrawing the application for grant funding if she agrees with the City's thought process. McMillan said she agreed. McMillan reported that a tentative car /trailer space inventory is being created. McMillan invited the Council to attend the annual Save the Lake Dinner to be held at Lord Fletcher's on February 12. Jabbour indicated that the date conflicts with a major boat show that many who would consider attending the dinner might attend. He asked that other dates be considered in the future as the conflict occurs yearly. PLANNING COMMISSION COMMENTS Planning Commission Chair, Dale Lindquist, had no comments. •