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MINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday, January 14, 2013 7:00 o’clock p.m. _____________________________________________________________________________________ Page 5 of 16 (6. NAVARRE STREET LIGHT UPDATE, Continued) Kempf stated mid-century modern design has its own very distinct character consisting of strong horizontal geometric shapes with aluminum framed glass, brick and natural materials, re-enforced concrete, glass and steel, and is defined by clean lines, simple shapes, and unadorned facades. Mound has redeveloped itself over the years and one of the components is hip styled rooflines, which helps bring it together and give it definition. Kempf stated the Navarre Community Initiative believes that Navarre already has the mid-century character which could be enhanced. Kempf stated in his view the City does not want a corridor from Navarre to Spring Park to Mound that is basically the same and that Navarre should have its own distinct character. Kempf indicated he is also supportive of looking at replacement of the sidewalks and improvements to the overall streetscape. Kempf stated he would also like the Council to give some consideration to having the welcome to Navarre signs lighted since it would help define Navarre. Many of the signs are in close proximity to power poles and electricity could easily be provided to the signs. McMillan commented spot lighting of the signs would be very attractive. Kempf stated he was also glad to hear the Council discuss possible accessories to the poles. The committee has discussed planters and in their view they would help make the aesthetics more consistent throughout the corridor. Kempf stated perhaps the committee could speak with the various businesses about maintaining the planters to help reduce the costs to the City. Levang moved, Printup seconded, to deny the January 29, 2013, public meeting, and to deny authorization of the MFRA and commencement of plans and specifications by Barr Engineering at this time. VOTE: Ayes 4, Nays 1, Bremer Opposed. *7. 2013 ENGINEERING SERVICES RATE Printup moved, Levang seconded, to approve the 2013 consultant engineering services rate schedule. VOTE: Ayes 5, Nays 0. *8. WILLOW DRIVE DESIGN SERVICES Printup moved, Levang seconded, to approve the proposal from Bolton and Menk and AET for the design of Willow Drive and the creation of plans and specifications. VOTE: Ayes 5, Nays 0. *9. PAY REQUEST NO. 1 – LIGHTING RETROFIT FOR CITY HALL, POLICE & PUBLIC WORKS Printup moved, Levang seconded, to approve Pay Request No. 1 to the Retrofit Companies, Inc., in the amount of $28,910 for the lighting retrofit project for City Hall, Police, and Public Works. VOTE: Ayes 5, Nays 0. Item #02 - CC Agenda - 01/28/2013 Approval of Council Minutes 01/14/2013 [Page 5 of 16]