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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING HELD ON AUGUST 12, 1996 ( #12 - Dickey Property Internal Trails - Continued) Putnam responded that he was now two owners removed, and the City needs to consult • with those living there. Callahan and Jabbour disagreed. Jabbour alluded to the minutes where it specifically stated that the trails were to be built. Putnam said the resolution made mention of the barn. Jabbour said there were separate internal trails which were public, not private, and the minutes state that Putnam would build and pay for these trails. Putnam questioned why it was not in the resolution. He asked how it could be done without knowing what kind of trail. He added that he had never seen the minutes but had four resolutions and wants to do what is in the resolutions, which Putnam said was to develop a grading plan. When asked by Callahan, Putnam said it was his view that he has done what he was suppose to do. Callahan said it was his view, as well as that of the Staff, that Putnam was responsible for the cost of the internal trails. Callahan asked Flint to comment. Flint said, as the development occurred, he was aware of the trail not being constructed. He said the Park Commission tried to find out about the trails and scheduled the item on their agenda at several meetings asking the developer to attend. Flint noted that Putnam did not attend these meetings. Mabusth said the developer was asked to attend. Putnam said he received a copy from the Staff of the agenda of the Park Commission meeting but there was nothing saying he had to come. Callahan commented that Putnam had responsibility at some point. Flint said the • Commission then considered the trails and made a recommendation. Flint said the problem was the new homeowners were moving in and it became difficult to distinguish where the trails were located. Flint said the trail was to be public which would require the maintenance by the City. A bituminous trail was considered as it would be less maintenance but more of an impact. It was then concluded that the trail would be marked with low monuments with a grass surface. This would allow access to the park from the east and west for those in the development as well as a connection between East and West Countryside. There would be low maintenance but the trails would be distinguishable. Flint said there was difference of opinions on the trail surface but all agreed that the trail be considered as a minor trail. Flint said the intent of the Park Commission was to discuss these internal trails with the developer. Greg Vitas, owner of lot 1, said he had no conception when he bought the property of any internal trails. He views the area as a private and residential. Vitas said there were trails all around this area with the Luce Line and the trail along Old Crystal Bay Road. He sees no reason to make more trails and asked why now a private park. Jabbour responded that the private park was there before Vitas was ever there. Jabbour reviewed some of the history of the subdivision noting the major concessions made with the City. He said originally the subdivision was to have been 2 less lots. Jabbour said the residents of the neighborhood should be unhappy with what was portrayed by those representing the subdivision. • r_ 10