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• MINUTES OF THE <br /> , ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING <br /> Monday,March 11,2013 <br /> 7:00 o'clock p.m. <br /> (ll. EVALUATION OF OPTIONS PRESENTED BYRESIDENTS FOR THE ORONO GOLF <br /> COURSE, Continued) <br /> Adams stated in terms of what they see as a priority is the clubhouse renovation. It is a nice,functional <br /> building the way it currently is and that the group likes the idea of a new door. Adams suggested they <br /> consider a steel entry door with a nice light above it. Adams indicated he also likes the idea of improving <br /> the beverages and food currently being served. The roof appears to be in good repair but the windows <br /> need a lot of attention and painting. Adams stated he is looking for input into whether the yellow color is <br /> the best color for the clubhouse and maintenance shed. <br /> Adams indicated they do have people who are willing to do the work and perhaps partnering with the City <br /> on some of the fundraising. <br /> Adams noted one of the items discussed at the last meeting was putting the fountain back in the pond. <br /> Adams stated he is happy to tell the Council that one of the volunteers has repaired the fountain and it is <br /> ready to go. Restoring the shade garden is also another great idea. The Thursday night league has talked <br /> about cleaning up the picnic table/grill area and they also have had people say they would be happy to <br /> help out with weed control and basic course upkeep. Adams stated this is a great chance for the City to <br /> partner with the people in the community. A better branding of the golf course will also help improve the <br /> number of people using the course. <br /> Adams stated on a final note, he would encourage the City Council to look at the pricing as well. <br /> McMillan commended the volunteers on the buckthorn removal and other work that has already been <br /> completed. <br /> Ron Ridgeway noted one of the items included in the long-range plans was to help generate funds through <br /> advertising and to place pieces of art in different spots on the course. These improvements will take time <br /> and require negotiation,planning, and a feasibility study to determine where things could go. Ridgeway <br /> indicated he is interested to know what the position of the Council is in this effort long-term. <br /> McMillan stated she would like to discuss fundraising as a way to generate money for those items but that <br /> the Council and the volunteers will need to spend additional time discussing that in geater depth. <br /> McMillan indicated she can envision something similar to what the LMCD does with the Save the Lake <br /> Fund or Friends of Orono. <br /> Ridgeway indicated they are looking for guidance on the fundraising. The idea of going out and asking <br /> people for money needs to be done properly. <br /> McMillan indicated they can discuss that at the volunteer meeting. <br /> Ridgeway suggested creating a green day in Orono and to have it the Saturday before Earth Day. <br /> Ridgeway stated if Orono were to have a Green Day and make an announcement for people to come out <br /> and see that the golf course is being spruced up, it might encourage more volunteers and help with <br /> fundraising. The efforts at the golf course have already received very good PR in both of the local papers <br /> and this would be a designated day for people to come out and learn what is actually taking place. <br /> Ridgeway stated in his view a Green Day would tie into nice with Orono's legacy and the golf course. <br /> Page 17 of 27 <br />