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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING HELD ON FEBRUARY 10, 1997 • ( #6 - #2199 Rick's Super Valu - Continued) Peterson concurred with Goetten. Radio reported that the hardship test is one whereby without variance approval, the owner would not have reasonable use of the property. He indicated the property can be used as it currently stands, and it would be hard to justify the variance. He suggested the code be changed. While acknowledging his request cannot be mandated, Kelley asked that language be added to the resolution indicating this improvement would be the last expansion of the property unless additional property was acquired. Kelley noted the economic need for the residential neighborhood to have the business located there. Radio asked that findings and hardship be noted as indicators for future Council, though that information would not bind the Council. Jabbour asked the applicant if he was in favor of the resolution and amendment. Bloomquist indicated his satisfaction. Jabbour moved, Goetten seconded, to approve Resolution No. 3842 with the condition noted that the improvements on the property are maximized unless additional property is • acquired. Vote: Ayes 5, Nays 0. • ( #7) SPRING HILL GOLF CLUB - APPROVE WORDING OF EAW DOCUMENT Moorse reported the Council is requested to approve the EAW wording for the Spring Hill Golf Course project. The purpose of the EAW is to review the project for possible environmental impacts. If any are found, then a full EIS process would occur. If not, the Project would proceed through the normal review process. It is the Council's duty as RGU to determine if the EAW document is complete and accurate in its representation of the project and its impact. The document would then be passed on to other agencies. Mabusth introduced representatives of the golf course, President Andy Hunter, Tim Johnson, Attorney Tom Crosby, and consultant, Marshal Braman. She indicated Spring Hill Golf Club is a non -profit corporation and plans on building the private golf club on the 210 acre parcel. Moorse said Staff has reviewed the document finding it to be generally complete but noting possible areas for discussion. Moorse said the Council still has the option to comment on the contents; and as RGU, the Council will make the final decision whether there is any environmental impact. 7