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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING HELD ON JANUARY 8, 1996 • ( #8 - #2059 MCWD - Continued) The construction is to occur in the winter months which should eliminate any problem with odors and dust from the disturbed soils. The noise level should not be a problem with the nearest home 200' away. Gaffron further explained that the loss of wetlands is to be mitigated off -site. A permanent access road will be gated, locked, but accessible to City and patrol personnel. Gaffron said the Planning Commission felt the project's benefits outweighed any negative impacts. Gaffron reported that the Pearce's had outlined conditions to be met. They requested photo enhancements of the area to be done, which are completed; and asked that the DNR keep the City updated on the plans. The Pearce's were concerned with having an acceptable maintenance schedule for monthly and annual upkeep. This has not yet been finalized but is required before the land alteration permit would be issued and would be reviewed by Staff. Gaffron noted that the MCWD and City have yet to reach a cooperative agreement regarding maintenance of the ponds. Gaffron reported that there is a potential problem with truck traffic on CoRd 6 during the construction. This would require close monitoring with flag personnel at each end to make drivers aware of the conditions. The MCWD hasagreed to six operating conditions • during construction. The MCWD has agreed to keep the City updated and will stop work if safety concerns are found. • The Planning Commission was concerned with the expiration date of the permit. An applicant normally has one year from date of approval to complete a project. The pond construction will not occur until January of 1998. Gaffron said the Planning Commission felt they would not need to revisit the application unless there were changes in the design of the pond or with the Medina pond. 1 he Commission agreed to recommend a 2 -year time frame for which the approval would apply. Gaffron informed the Council that they would need to decide on whether approval is for the 1 -year period or to approve a 2 -year time frame. Gaffron said a conservation and flowage easement would need to be granted by the Pearce's. This has not been discussed with them, but a similar easement was noted to be in the conditions of the 1979 subdivision, so they are familiar with this requirement. 5