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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING HELD ON OCTOBER 14, 1996 (Corridor Selection for Hwy 12 Upgrade - Continued) • P g The public hearing was closed, and the Council was asked for their comments. In response to a comment made by Bruce Carlson, Goetten said she has put 10 years into this project. She has seen many meetings and committees noting all have worked hard. Goetten said she was sorry that the issue was so painful for some. Goetten said the decision was made right from the beginning to support those whose homes will be taken or impacted. She said the decision must be made in order to move forward, and it is time for that decision to be made. Jabbour noted as a public servant, it is his duty to serve the total constituency. He reported that Orono was at one point outside the circle of the metropolitan area and has kept growth to a minimum. He reported that there are 900 lots remaining in Orono with development at 30 -40 lots per year. Jabbour commented that Orono cannot control what is done in other cities. He noted the serious east -west problem reporting 19,500 cars use CoRd 15 daily. There is also a proposal to improve CoRd 6. Jabbour noted that we do not leave our City without entering another. He said he is unhappy to make a decision that will take away someone's home but feels he has the information necessary to make a decision. He promised to monitor the situation and serve the City, adding that Orono is now inside the circle of the metropolitan area. He reiterated that the decision is not being made hastily. He would like the vote to be taken prior to the election so the people know where everyone stands. Hurr noted that she was unable to respond to the call made by Mr. Jenney. She reported that she has read all of the materials and has the facts, citing the history of improvements made to McCulley Road. Although she does not live near the corridor, she is in support of it and is not afraid of making a decision that affects her directly too, citing the new public boat access on Maxwell Bay where she resides. Hurr moved, Goetten seconded, to approve Resolution #3780, the Alternative 6 proposal for Trunk Highway 12. Vote: Ayes 5, Nays 0. APPROVAL OF MINUTES ( * #3) REGULAR MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 23, 1996 Jabbour moved, Hurr seconded, to approve the Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of September 23, 1996. Vote: Ayes 5, Nays 0. 16 r� LJ U