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MINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday, March 24, 2014 7:00 o’clock p.m. _____________________________________________________________________________________ Page 15 of 24 (5. #13-3638 SOURCE LAND CAPITAL – 405 NORTH ARM DRIVE – LAKEVIEW GOLF COURSE PROPERTY – CONTINUED SKETCH PLAN, Continued) McMillan stated the City will require a letter of credit on this development. Mattick stated the general philosophy for development in Orono is that the development pays for itself. The developer will be responsible for installing any infrastructure that is required for the project. In addition, during the construction, the City will require an escrow in the event any repairs are necessary. That escrow is either reduced or released back to the developer. Mattick noted the City has drawn on escrows in the past in order to finish up a project. Theresa Eastman, 4520 West Branch asked if the houses that are already located on or near the golf course will also have to hook-up to city water or whether it will just be the homes in the development. McMillan indicated it will just be the development. Eastman asked how close the septic systems are allowed to be placed next to existing wells. Gaffron stated the minimum state standard is 50 feet. Eastman asked what happens if there are three septic systems right in a row. Gaffron stated Staff would have to look at each individual situation to see what works. Gaffron indicated it is easier to relocate a well than a septic system. Eastman asked if any expenses will need to be incurred by the existing homeowners to relocate their wells. Mattick stated the City will not require any resident to relocate their existing well because of this development. Eastman asked whether any septic systems would be allowed close to her well. Gaffron stated the septic systems would need to meet all applicable regulations and that Staff will be looking at what is on the perimeter of this development to ensure that any existing wells will not be impacted. Eastman stated she is also hoping that the existing dump that is located behind her house will be cleaned up. Eastman pointed out the location of the dump. Eastman stated she also had a question on who would pay to remove all of that debris. Eastman stated she has a concern about that debris pile catching on fire. Gaffron indicated Staff will take a look at that. Paula Johnson, 580 North Arm asked if the City is requiring a letter of credit or an escrow. Mattick indicated the City will be requiring both but that the primary one will be a letter of credit to secure the public improvements. Mattick stated it does not need to be in the form of a letter of credit and could be a cash deposit.