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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING HELD ON MAY 12,1997 ( #10 Spring Hill Golf Club - Continued) • (VI -B -1) Aesthetics - Architectural Compatibility_- Gaffron reported that a portion of the clubhouse will be removed and the remainder remodeled. It is fairly residential in design and the location is not readily visible from off site. The maintenance facility as proposed is not visually compatible with the neighborhood and will require screening. The applicant proposes the use of vegetation and berming to result in the structure being invisible from off site. The Planning Commission also recommended that the maintenance facility be totally screened. (VI -B -2) Lighting - Gaffron reviewed the recommendation. (VI -B -3) Preservation of Open Space - Gaffron reviewed the recommendation and conditions noting the desire to maintain the open vistas currently existing between Ferndale to North Brown Road. He noted that the character of the fencing would not inhibit wildlife movement. (Vi -C -1) Maintenance Activity_ Impacts - Recommendation was reviewed. (VI -C -2) Clubhouse Area Activity - The discussion regarding the number of memberships was noted. The amount of traffic would be restricted for special events requiring controls be in place. VI -C -3 impact of Seasonal Use - The limited winter use was noted. • CD-D) Golf Course Amenities - Gaffron indicated that the club house is not intended for use for large weddings where a ballroom would be required. Smaller weddings may occur. The Staff and Planning Commission recommendation was reviewed in regards to screening and orientation of the concession stand. (VI -E) Land Alteration CUP - Gaffron said the applicant will balance the amount of cutting and filling to limit the amount of traffic movement over the roads. He reviewed the b conditions as noted. Jabbour asked if direction was required regarding hours allowed by which to allow the land alteration. Gaffron suggested Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Dick Krueger asked that Saturdays not be included. Morrison and Johnson indicated the need to work on Saturdays especially in light of moving the trees. After discussion, Council agreed to allow land alteration to occur on Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. except for heavy equipment. If the applicant finds the need in emergency situations to use heavy equipment or the weather has impeded progress, the applicant is to work with Staff regarding approval to continue this operation on Saturdays. Land alteration on Sundays will not be allowed. Gaffron said he would monitor any problems. Flint and Goetten asked for some flexibility regarding tree movement. Kelley noted there may be a problem • with dust. 14