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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING HELD ON NOVEMBER 25, 1996 ( #12 - Saga Hill Park Access - Continued) • Steven Valek, 4720 Tonkaview Lane, indicated his preference of Garden Lane for access. Since Tonkaview Lane does not provide for parking, Valek suggested entering through Garden Lane, dead ending, and creating a parking area. Kelley voiced concern over the potential for using the area for partying. Valek said he did prefer natural walking trails as suggested by Affeldt. His parking suggestion was made if parking is necessary. Another public comment supported walk in traffic only. This resident of North Shore Drive sees no reason to address the parking issue until it becomes a problem. Goetten noted the park is for the use of the whole city and future needs should be addressed. Jabbour asked if the donor of the large donation towards the purchase of the Saga Hill land would like recognition. Patti Affeldt said the donor asked to remain anonymous. Callahan asked for an update on the access from the Valek property. Gaffron indicated the 10' platted alley is located west of the Valek home. Staff has recommended a 20' access. Hurr asked the Valeks where they would like the access located if it was moved. Valek said the access was provided for utilities and would like to see it remain for utilities only and preferred vacation. Mrs. Valek said moving the access would destroy their adjoining parcel. Hun was informed that the Valeks have paid for sewer assessment for two units. Goetten said she has never supported using that access for park land access. Callahan noted that access should be retained. • Valek inquiring after his previous request for an additional 1/2 acre of land adjacent to his property. Moorse indicated that the tax forfeit property acquisition has not been finalized. Moorse noted that the reason discussion began regarding the access from Garden Lane was a result of an inquiry from the owner of Lots 4 and 5. Vote: Ayes 5, Nays 0. Callahan asked Staff to inform the Commission chairs to make their recommendations in a timely manner. ( #13) FISCAL POLICIES Mayor Callahan indicated it was unwise to make a decision regarding the fiscal policies at this time and suggested tabling the item until it has been reviewed at a work session. Callahan moved, Kelley seconded, to table agenda item #13 regarding the Orono Financial Management Policies. Vote: Ayes 5, Nays 0. • 18