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Infrastructure Committee
Minutes
December 4, 2018
ATTENDEES
Councilors: Dan Tremble, David Nealley, Clare Davitt, Gretchen Schaefer, Gibran Graham
Staff: Andy Rudzinski, Paul Nicklas, Eric Willett, John Theriault, Cathy Conlow
Public: Kierie Piccininni with Bangor Walk and Roll, Paul Winkler with Tri City Pizza
AGENDA
1. Discussion: Grease Trap Application for Chase Family Restaurant
John explained a site plan application was submitted by Chase Family Restaurant located on Outer Hammond Street
to expand the kitchen area. The restaurant had and under-sink grease trap which was not working appropriately for
the type of usage. The City’s condition to approve the site plan suggested installing an exterior grease trap utilizing
the Fats, Oils, & Grease Grant Program (FOG). The City would contribute 50%, with a cap of 5,000.00. The Grant is
based on income and the funding for the program comes from New Sewer Connection Fees. Andy explained that
typically the trigger for needing a grease trap was an applicant applying for a victualler license and the type of
installation was based on the type of services offered. Definition and usage will be further defined and brought back
to Committee.
Motion made by Councilor Trembley and Seconded by Councilor Nealley.
Vote: Unanimous
2. Amending Chapter 260, Signs of the Code of the City of Bangor, By Allowing Signs Directing Traffic through Industrial
Parks & Over Private Roads
Paul Nicklas explained the Ordinance Amendment dealing with sign codes directing traffic through commercial,
industrial, and private roads. The Legal Department sought input from the State as they have requirements that
must be met on placement of signs and they must sign off. There was further conversation on types and sizes of
signs.
Motion made by Councilor Nealley and Seconded by Councilor Tremble.
Vote: Unanimous
3. Broadway Safety Improvements Update:
John informed the Committee of Gorrill-Palmer Consulting Engineers study for the Earle Avenue area and outlined
each option.
There was continued discussion of the options, safety issues, traffic movements, and future impacts. John cautioned
that this was a Maine DOT project and if the City purchased land, it may jeopardize future MDOT involvement with
the project. Paul Winkler stated his concerns and noted he preferred option three and to leave the slip lane open
would be the simplest solution.
Vote: No Action Necessary
4. Update: Walk and Roll Sidewalk Snow Removal Discussion with Kierie Piccininni
Kierie updated Walk and Roll participation, along with other organizations, in creating a survey in June and provided
it through the website and other various outlets. The survey would collect data from citizen input regarding snow
removal and accessibility. The organization also proposed to have a “Golden Shovel Award” for those business
owners who signed up and contributed to sidewalk snow removal.
Vote: No Action Necessary
Motion made and seconded to adjourn.
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