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MINUTES OF THE <br /> ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING <br /> Monday March 13,2017 <br /> 7:00 o'clock p.m. <br /> 6. SAGA HILLS PARK PROJECT—Continued- <br /> Edwards indicated it consists of buckthorn and other volunteer trees. Edwards stated the Park <br /> Commission is looking at preserving some of the nicer tree stands but the volunteer trees will be <br /> removed. <br /> Seals stated to her knowledge buckthorn cannot really be cut out and needs to be continually removed. <br /> Seals asked if there is a long-term maintenance plan for the park. <br /> Edwards stated the City would have to implement an annual maintenance plan to keep the area clear. It is <br /> anticipated the City will need to spend between$2,500 and$3,000 a year,which is comparable to what is <br /> spent on Lurton Park to treat for invasive species. <br /> Walsh stated the Park Dedication Fund can be used for capital improvements, such as creating trails and <br /> buying benches,but regular maintenance must be funded from the general park budget. <br /> Dankey asked if there is parking available at this park. <br /> Edwards indicated there is. <br /> Walsh stated the parking lot also requires some improvements since this it has been neglected for a <br /> number of years. <br /> Edwards stated the Park Commission is also looking at doing some clearing along the trails,removing <br /> some debris, and improving the parking lot by bringing in some gravel. Edwards noted those items are <br /> not part of this project but are planned to be done sometime this year. <br /> Walsh asked how much land the park consists of. <br /> Edwards indicated it is 30 acres. <br /> Walsh commented there will still be a lot of wooded areas after the clearing is done. <br /> No additional public comments were received. <br /> Crosby moved,Seals seconded,to approve the Saga Hills improvement project at a cost up to <br /> $36,780. VOTE: Ayes 5,Nays 0. <br /> Page 5 of 32 <br />