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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2014-06-16 Government Operations Committee Minutes Government Operations Committee Monday, June 16, 2014 at 5:15PM City Council Chambers MINUTES Council Members: Civiello, Blanchette, Baldacci, Gallant, Plourde, Sprague, Durgin, Graham Staff Members: Farrar, Heitmann, Lucas, Linscott, Willette Others: Media, Library Representatives, Mike Howard, Rob Frank, WBRC, Residents 1. Council Referral: Ordinance 14-204 Amending Chapter 116 of the Code of the City of Bangor – Open Burning City Solicitor Heitmann explained that this is an issue that has been brought to the committee and mostly has to do with the size of the fires and smoke generated from fires. As the policy stands, it doesn’t not clearly include these things specifically. Depending on the type of fire pit it is, if it is a store bought one than you do not need a permit. If it is a handmade one, you will need a permit. Basically the amendment to the original ordinance has added language about the type of pit, the height of the fire and the vicinity to structures, etc. Councilor Durgin asked if we are imposing more regulations than the State regulations? 2. Request from Bangor Public Library for Easement to use City land adjacent to the Library and Pierce Park The Library is requesting an easement of approximately 900 Square Feet (30’ x 30’) for the construction of a portion of a new outdoor plaza on City property. Please see attached memorandum and schematic design provided by WBRC Architects and Engineers. 3. Authorization to Apply for Federal Transit Administration Grant Funding: Ladders of Opportunity Initiative, to replace six Community Connector Transit Buses Please see attached memorandum and Grant Availability Notice. 4. Discussion concerning the possible establishment of a second Community Garden location and initiatives for the creation of food cupboards Please see attached memorandum from Parks and Recreation Director Willette.