03-02-1992 Park Commission Minutes

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MINUTES OF THE PARK COMMISSION MEETING OF MARCH 2, 1992 ATTENDANCE 7 :05 P.M. The Park Commission met on the above date with the following members present : Chairperson Dick Flint , Susan Wilson , Stephen Johnston , Sherokee Ilse and Phil Bradley , Alex Vongries and Lili McMillan . Robert Howells was absent . The following represented the City staff : John Gerhardson , Public Works Director ; and Teri Naab, City Recorder . (#1 ) APPROVAL OF MINUTES Wilson clarified that the tour of the parks was to be held on May 5 , 1992 at 6:00 not on May 6th . It was moved by Wilson , seconded by Ilse, to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of the Park Commission held on February 13 , 1992 , with the above noted amendment . Ayes 7 , nays 0 . (#2) WELCOME NEW MEMBER Chair Flint welcomed Lili McMillan and asked that she tell her background to the Commission . McMillan noted she was delighted to have the opportunity to serve Orono . She noted that she is involved in various sports and hopes to be able to promote recreational activity. Also, she indicated an interest in the study of birds which has lead to an appreciation of wildtife heritage and wishes to focus on preservation of what Orono has available. She stated she has worked as a commercial photographer and volunteered her skills to the Commission . She noted she is looking forward to working with all the Commission members , Council and staff . Gerhardson noted the other new member, Robert Howells, was unable to attend the meeting but will be at the next meeting . (#3) ORONO BASEBALL ASSOCIATION (OBA) USE OF BEDERWOOD BALL DIAMOND Chair Flint confirmed that a letter had been sent to the neighbors adjacent to Bederwood Park concerning the use of the park by the OBA. He noted they have received a letter from Gary Larson outlining in detail the use of the park for the coming season . 1