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HomeMy WebLinkAboutFebruary 3, 1992HERITAGE COMMUNITY 1891 1991 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA Monday, February 3, 1992 CALL TO ORDER 7:30 p.m. 1. Pledge of Allegiance 2. Minutes of The Previous Meeting 3. Consent Agenda: a) Consider Approval of Invoices To Be Paid 4. Consider First Draft of Eurasian Milfoil Ordinance 92-01 8:00 p.m. 5. e Consider Approval of Credit Spring Lake Township Agreements Other business a) b) c) River Township and Fire and Rescue Contract *Ail times stated on the Council Agenda, with the exception of Public Hearings, are approximate and may start a few minutes earlier or later. 4629 Dakota St. S.E., Prior Lake, Minnesota 55372 / Ph. (612) 447-4230 / Fax (612) 447-4245 HERITAGE COMMUNITY 1891 1991 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA REPORT Monday, February 3, 1992 CALL TO ORDER 7:30 p.m. 1. Pledge of Allegiance 2. Minutes of The Previous Meeting 3. Consent Agenda: a) Consider Approval of Invoices To Be Paid - see attached. 4. Consider First Draft of Eurasian Milfoil Ordinance 92-01 - see attached staff report. 8:00 p.m. 5. Consider Approval of Credit River Township and Spring Lake Township Fire and Rescue Contract Agreements. The City Council has established 8:00 p.m. Monday, February ~ as the time and date for approving the Credit River and Spring Lake Fire and Rescue contracts. The formal contract approval will occur in the City Council Chambers. This is different from past practice. Attached is a copy of an approved Fire and Rescue Agreement from Credit River Township and a draft Agreement from Spring Lake Township (by Monday, February 3, Spring Lake Township will have executed the Agreement). In addition and attached to the Credit River Township Agreement is a co~y of the letter which was mailed to Township officials. Spring Lake and Credit River Township and local fire offIcials will be present to discuss the Fire and Rescue Agreements. After discussion, staff recommends that the 1992 Fire and Rescue Agreements between Spring Lake and Credit River Townships be approved as drafted. 6. Other business a) *Ail times stated on the Council Agenda, with the exception of Public Hearings, are approximate and may start a few minutes earlier or later. 4629 Dakota St. S.E., Prior Lake, Minnesota 55372 / Ph. (612) 447-4230 / Fax (612) 447-4245 HERITAGE COMMUNITY 1891 1991 '1 ,'v N MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL January 21, 1992 The Common Council of the City of Prior Lake met in regular session on Tuesday, January 21, 1992 at 7:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers. Present were Mayor Andren, Councilmembers Fitzgerald, Kedrowski, Scott, White, City Manager Unmacht, Assistant City Manager Schmudlach, Assistant Planner Garross, City Attorney Kessel and Recording Secretary Birch. Mayor Andren called the meeting to order and asked everyone to rise for the pledge of allegiance. The minutes of the January 6, by Council. 1992 Council meeting were reviewed Upon a vote taken, ayes by Andren, Fitzgerald, Kedrowski, and White, the motion passed unanimously. Scott The next order of business was approval of the Consent Agenda follows: as a) b) c) d) e) f) g) h) i) J) Consider Approval of Invoices To Be Paid Consider Approval of Animal Warden Report Consider Approval of December Building Report and 1991 Annual Report Consider Approval of Fire and Rescue Report Consider Approval of Treasurer's Report Consider Approval of Resolution 92-02 Relating To the Proposed McKenna Sand and Gravel Mine Operation Consider Approval of Resolution 92-03 - A Resolution of Intent to Comply with Americans With Disabilities Act Consider Approval of Ordinance 92-03: Amending City Code Sections 9-4-10 and 9-5-9 Consider Approval of Fourth Quarter Preliminary Budget Report Consider Approval of Resolution 92-05: Resolution Approving the Premise Permits for the Prior Lake Lions Club Councilmember Kedrowski stated that he would be voting on Item (j). MOTION MADE BY FITZGERALD, SECONDED BY WHITE, CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS (a) THRU (j). abstaining from TO APPROVE THE 4629 Dakota St. S.E., Prior Lake, Minnesota 55372 Ph. (612) 447-4230 ! Fax (612) 447-4245 Minutes of the Prior Lake City Council January 21, 1992 Upon a vote taken, ayes by Andren, Fitzgerald, Kedrowski, Scott and White, the motion passed unanimously. (Kedrowski abstained from item (j). The next order of business was: Introduction of New Librarian, Hilary Toren. Assistant City Manager Schmudlach gave a brief background on Ms. Toren and introduced her to the Council. Ms. Toren stated that she appreciated the friendly and helpful attitude of the citizens and city employees. She then invited everyone to drop by the library sometime to avail themselves of the many new books, videos and publications. The Council welcomed Ms. Toren to the community. The next order of business was: Presentation of Economic Development Committee 1991 Annual Report and 1992 Work Program. Assistant City Manager Kay Schmudlach introduced EDC Chairman Bob Barsness. Mr. Barsness noted that Dean Sutliff was in the audience. Mr. Sutliff is a candidate for a position on the Economic Development Committee. Chairman Barsness then presented the 1991 Annual Report and reviewed the 1992 Work Program with Council. Discussion occurred on various aspects of the Work Program including exploring economic development opportunities available to the City based on the Reservation's gaming businesses, and a recommendation by the EDC that a full time Economic Development Director position be explored as part of the Business/Office Park Marketing Plan. Council thanked Mr. Barsness and complimented the EDC for their accomplishments in 1991. MOTION MADE BY FITZGERALD, SECONDED BY WHITE, TO ADOPT THE 1991 ANNUAL REPORT AND THE 1992 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE WORK PROGRAM AS PRESENTED WITH ONE ADDITION AS NOTED RELATING TO THE RESERVATION/CITY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES. Upon a vote taken, ayes by Andren, Fitzgerald, Kedrowski, and White, the motion passed unanimously. Scott The next order of business was: Consider Wade Allison Variance Appeal. Wade Allison opened discussion by presenting his case for the variance appeal. Assistant City Planner Garross reviewed details of the Planning Commission's stipulations at the time permission for a variance was granted. Wade Allison discussed his request with regard to not tearing up a driveway to meet the stipulations mandated by the Planning Commission. Discussion occurred on a drainage problem with an adjoining neighbor, cost of removing the driveway and converting the area to green space. MOTION MADE BY SCOTT, SECONDED BY WHITE, TO REAFFIRM THE RECOMMENDATION FROM THE PLANNING COMMISSION AND DENY THE VARIANCE APPEAL. Upon a vote taken, ayes Fitzgerald and Kedrowski, A short recess was called. by Andren, Scott the motion carried. and White, nays, The meeting reconvened at 8:20 p.m. Minutes of the Prior Lake City Council January 21, 1992 The next order of business was: Consider Administrative Plat and Variance Application for Harold Gustafson. Assistant City Planner Garross presented an overhead map of the area and discussed Mr. Gustafson's request. Discussion occurred on the splitting of the lots and the DNR's Shoreland Management Ordinance rulings in relation to City ordinances. No members of the audience spoke on this application. MOTION MADE BY FITZGERALD, SECONDED BY WHITE, TO APPROVE THE ADMINISTRATIVE PLAT DIVISION AND VARIANCES AS SUBMITTED SUBJECT TO THE UTILITY EASEMENT ON LOT 17 BEING OBTAINED. Upon a vote taken, ayes by Andren, Fitzgerald, Kedrowski, and White, the motion passed unanimously. Scott The next order of business was: Finalize Council Workshop Plans. City Manager Unmacht reviewed the proposed Workshop Agenda and discussion occurred on details of the agenda. Staff was directed to finalize plans. Topics discussed under Other Business is as follows: -- City Manager Unmacht reminded Council of the American Legion's Recognition dinner for the Police on January 22. City Manager Unmacht discussed the pending sale of Star Cablevision to D. D. Cable Partners, Inc. and the actions of staff to process a cable franchise transfer. It was announced that a meeting to discuss snowmobile traffic in Prior Lake would be held at City Hall on January 27. Dennis Leff will conduct the meeting. -- Councilmember White complimented staff for their 4th quarter budget report approved by Council under the consent agenda. A short recess was called. The meeting reconvened at 9:00 p.m. for a closed session. The purpose of the closed session was to discuss Union negotiations with the Police Department. Present at the meeting were: Mayor Andren, Councilmembers Fitzgerald, Kedrowski, Scott and White, City Manager Unmacht, Assistant City Manager Schmudlach, City Attorney Kessel and Recording Secretary Birch. Discussion occurred. The next Council meeting will be Monday, February 3, 1992 at 7:30 p.m. There being no further business, the meeting p.m. by general consent of adjourned at 10:00 the Council. Dee Birch Recording Secretary 3 THE FOLLOWING IS A LIST OF INVOICES SCHEDULED FOR PAYMENT ON TUES. FEB. 4, 1992 MISC. DEPTS. R-Own Office Supply Amoco Oil Co. Munici-Pals Cellular One M-V Gas Co. GENERAL GOVERNMENT Parkside Printing Hart Forms & Systems Laurie Davis Faegre & Benson Scott Joint Prosecution Assn. R-Own Office Supply Prior Prints Franz Engineering American Planning Assn. Deb Garross Big Sky Data Systems AlphaSoft Modern Computer Systems R & 0 Elevator Smokeeter of Minnesota Pitney Bowes Peterson Custodial Service CONTINGENT RESERVE Park Nicollet Medical Center Strgar-Rosco-Fausch Inc. PUBLIC SAFETY Wally' World of Printing R-Own Office Supplies Rangemaster Reloading Trail TV & Radio Shack Uniforms Unlimited Precision Business Systems Minnesota SCIA John Reid & Associates Dennis Leff Comm Center Cellular One Sales & Service Office Supplies Vehicle Maintenance Seminar Expenses Telephone Service Utilities Printed Supplies Supplies Education Payment Attorney Fees Attorney Fees supplies Printed Supplies Planning Supplies Publications Education Payment Software Contract Hardware Contract Hardware Contract Maintenance Contract Building Maintenance Mailing Machine Pmt. Janitorial Service Professional Services Engineering Services Printed Supplies Supplies Supplies Supplies Small Tools & Equipment Small Tools & Equipment Training Training Seminar Expense Equipment Repairs Repairs 42.00 34.79 150.00 292.12 1,085.50 796.88 5.00 827.37 135.00 9,811.60 39.64 225.35 181.68 50.45 831.77 8,760.00 590.00 294.00 104.92 71.20 1,149.30 1,030.00 264.30 5,537.55 165.00 43.75 178.40 180.00 206.00 98.00 120.00 495.00 56.60 129.30 10.00 FIRE & SAFETY Communication Auditors Wolf Motor Co. Mn Conway Fire & Safety Emergency Medical Products Road Rescue Hennepin Technical College Southwest Technical College Nat. Fire Protection Assn. MN State Fire Dept. Assn. BUILDING INSPECTION Wally's World of Printing Lake Country Chapter ICBO Natl. Fire Protection Assn. PUBLIC WORKS Neenah Foundry Prior Prints Transport WhiteGMC Strgar-Roscoe-Fausch Inc. Doug Hartman Joel Rutherford Shiely Company Minnegasco Johnson Radio Communications PARK AND RECREATION ISD #719 Kris Thompson Nancy Fuhrman Rose Schmitt Prior Place Lanes Ordway Diane Wikstrom Lisa Conlin Priordale Mall R-Own Office Supply MTI Distributing Lano Equipment Sam Bloom Iron & Metal Co. Bachman Nursery A Bulb Company Miracle Recreation Equip. Astleford Equipment Catco Parts & Service University of Minnesota Bill Mangan Wahl's Enterprises Pager Repairs Vehicle Maintenance Supplies Medical Supplies Vehicle Maint. Supplies Training Training Dues Dues Printed Supplies Seminar Fees Fire Codes Repair Supplies Supplies Vehicle Maint. Supplies Engineering Fees Seminar Expenses Seminar Expenses Sand & Gravel Utilities Equipment Repairs Building Usage Park Program Refund Park Program Refund Park Program Refund Park Program Park Program Park Program Instructor Park Program Instructor Dance Studio Rental Supplies Equ%pment Repair Equipment Repair Park Maint. Supplies Park Maint. Supplies Park Maint. Supplies Park Maint. Supplies Vehicle Maint. Supplies Vehicle Maint. Supplies Seminar Meeting Expense Turf Vacuum 17.86 21.25 41.00 198.91 17.48 720.00 1,020.00 75.00 165.00 659.89 125.00 312.75 118.00 6.00 54.00 1,036.36 8.59 11.01 542.47 234.22 183.75 102.60 26.00 26.00 24.25 120.00 438.30 670.00 445.75 1,626.64 4.31 158.44 97.03 341.03 74.00 76.80 331.47 15.23 438.88 70.00 16.50 7,525.00 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Scott Co. Trans. Coalition Hollywood Inn Kay Schmudlach Nat Wisser IPMA WATER UTILITY Feed-Rite Controls SEWER UTILITY MWCC Powertronics Inc. Dan's Auto Repair Todd Chevrolet Metro Auto Salvage Inc. Annual Contribution Meeting Expense Meeting Expenses Meeting Expenses Membership Dues Chemicals SAC Charges Repairs Vehicle Maintenance Vehicle Maintenance Vehicle Maintenance 5,000.00 67.50 33.77 9.40 80.00 694.14 1,287.00 239.67 82.59 71.99 162.50 HERITAGE 1891 COMMUNITY 1991 January 7, 1992 Mr. Va1 gweber 6575 170th St. E. Prior Lake, MN 55372 Dear Va1: The following Township rates have been established for the 1992 Fire and Rescue contracts. The rates were figured by taking the To~ship assessed valuation divided by the total valuation for the three jurisdictions and then multiplying that percentage by the 1992 Fire and Rescue Budget. The base amount used for calculation reflects a credit for the State Fire Aid deduction. The net 1992 Fire and Rescue Budget including debt service on the fire bonds increased by 2.3%. JURISDICTION 1992 TAX VALUATION % OF TOTAL VALUATION Credit River $1,542,216.00 15.8% Spring Lake 1,550,814.00 15.9% Prior Lake ~ 68 3% TOTALS: $ ,655,988 00 · ,749,018~00 100.0% FEE BASED ON TOTAL 1992 FIRE BUDGET State Fire Aid Credit River Spring Lake Prior Lake TOTALS: $ 39,600.00 23,310.00 23,455.00 100t755.00 $187,120.00 I am enclosing three copies of the agreement. Please sign and send them back to me. This letter will confirm Monday, February 3 at 8:00 P.M. as the date for the annual gathering at City Hall. Sin ere.ly, ~/7 . gity Manager City of Prior Lake Enclosure: Three copies of Fire and Rescue Agreement 4629 Dakota St. S.E., Prior Lake, Minnesota 55372 / Ph. (612) 447-4230 / Fax (612) 447-4245 1992 FIRE AND RESCUE AGREEMENT THIS AGREEMENT, made and ~ter~_int~f this 3rd day of February, 1992, by and between ~ne cl~y Prior fake, a Municipal Corporation in Scott County, Minnesota and the Township of Credit River, in Scott County, Minnesota, WITNESSETH, that: WHEREAS: the said Township deems it advisable to have available for the benefit of its residents the services of the Fire Department of Said City, and WHEREAS: Said City has the facilities necessary to furnish fire and rescue services to Said Township, NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS AGREED by and between the parties as follows: 1. For the period from January 1, 1992 until December 31, 1992, the Fire Department of the City of Prior Lake will answer any and all fire and rescue calls of the residents of the Township of Credit River, and will respond to such calls with suitable apparatus manned by members of the .City of Prior Lake Fire Department, who wlll render all assistance possible in saving of life and property. 2. For such service, Said Township has paid the sum of $23,310.00 for the year ending December 31, 1992. 3. It is understood and ~greed, however, that at times weather and road conditions will interfere with the rendering of service, and that any.given time the equipment may be engaged for services in the City or in another township. In any of these events, failure to provide the service herein agreed upon, shall not be taken to be a breach of this agreement. 4. It is further agreed that Said City shal~ ~o~ b~ held liable in any way to the township, or to any inhaDi~an= or proper=y owner ~hereof, or to any other person, firm or .corl~.?ration for failure of Said City Fire Department to attena a z~re or rescue call or to put out a fire, for damage to goods or property or for any other reason. 5. It is further agreed by and between the City and the Township ot Cr~lt River that in addition to the compensation herein~efore provided, Said Township will pay the City the su~ ~f $50.00 per hour for every hour or fraction thereof 4uring which the City Fire Department may be engaged in fighting fires in Said Township when the wa~er used in fighting such fires is taken in the fire hoses dxrectly from the City hydrant. 6. As part of the consideratio9 for. providing said fire and rescue services, Said ~ity ls entitled to an~ .and/or sums payable under the provisions of insurance polxcxes of said residents for fire and/or rescue calls made by Said City Fire Department. The Township shall remit to the City insurance payments received for said services. 7. The Township shall enact an ordinance authorizing a service charge to be imposed upon the owner, lessee or occupant of the property serviced by the City pursuant to this Agreement for all or any part of the cost of the operation and maintenance of the fire protection and rescue system and services provided to the Township by the City of Prior Lake. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have caused this instrument to he executed by the respective officers thereof and the respective seals to be affixed hereto. TOWNSHIP OF CREDIT RIVER Ch~frpefsdn '; v CITY OF PRIOR LAKE Mayor city Manager (SEAL) (SEAL) 1992 FIRE AND RESCUE AGREEMENT THIS AGREEMENT, made and entered into this 3rd day of February, 1992, by and between the City of Prior Lake, a Municipal Corporation in Scott County, Minnesota and the Township of Spring Lake, in Scott County, Minnesota, WITNESSETH, that: WHEREAS: the said Township deems it advisable to have available for the benefit of its residents the services of the Fire Department of Said City, and WHEREAS: Said City has the facilities necessary to and rescue services to Said Township, furnish fire NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS AGREED by and between the parties as follows: For the period from January 1, 1992 until December 31, 1992, the Fire Department of the City of Prior Lake will answer any and all fire and rescue calls of the residents of the Township of Spring Lake, and will respond to such calls with suitable apparatus manned by members of the City of Prior Lake Fire Department, who will render all assistance possible in saving of life and property. For such service, Said Township has paid the sum $23,455.00 for the year ending December 31, 1992. of It is understood and agreed, however, that at times weather and road conditions will interfere with the rendering of service, and that any given time the equipment may be engaged for services in the City or in another township. In any of these events, failure to provide the service herein agreed upon, shall not be taken to be a breach of this agreement. It is further agreed that Said City shall not be held liable in any way to the township, or to any inhabitant or property owner thereof, or to any other person, firm or corporation for failure of Said City Fire Department to attend a fire or rescue call or to put out a fire, for damage to goods or property or for any other reason. ® It is further agreed by and between the City and the Township of Spring Lake that in addition to the compensation hereinbefore provided, Said Township will pay the City the sum of $50.00 per hour for every hour or fraction thereof during which the City Fire Department may be engaged in f~ghtlng fires ~n Said Town~hlp when the water used in f~ght~ng such flres is taken ~n the fire hoses directly from the City hydrant. As part of the consideration for providing said fire and rescue services, Said City is entitled to any and/or sums payable under the provisions of insurance policies of said residents for fire and/or rescue calls made by Said City Fire Department. The Township shall remit to the City insurance payments received for said services. e The Township shall enact an ordinance authorizing a service charge to be imposed upon the owner, lessee or occupant of the property serviced by the City pursuant to this A~reement for all or any part of the cost of the operation and maintenance of the fire protection and rescue system and services provided to the Township by the City of Prior Lake. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have caused this instrument to be executed by the respective officers thereof and the respective seals to be affixed hereto. TOWNSHIP OF SPRING LAKE CITY OF PRIOR LAKE Chairperson Mayor Clerk City Manager (SEAL) (SEAL) HERITAGE COMMUNITY 1891 1991 AGENDA ITEM: PREPARED BY: SUBJECT: DATE: 4 DAVID UNMACHT, CITY MANAGER CONSIDER FIRST DRAFT OF ORDINANCE 92-01 FEBRUARY 3, 1992 EURASIAN MILFOIL INTRODUCTION: BACKGROUND: DISCUSSION-. The Lake Advisory Committee has been working on eurasian milfoil treatment and prevention activities over the past four months. The Committee has worked closely with the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) in the monitoring of eurasian milfoil treatment applications and has met with local legislators to discuss eurasian milfoil legislation in the 1992 session. In addition, the Committee has spent considerable time discussing an eurasian milfoil ordinance for Prior Lake water bodies. Discussions on an ordinance have occurred at several meetings and input has been received from the Scott County Sheriff, Assistant Scott County Attorney, and the DNR staff. Enclosed is a draft of the proposed Eurasian Milfoil Ordinance 92-01. Correspondence and other information pertinent to the development of the proposed draft is available upon request. Eurasian milfoil was officially discovered in prior lake during the summer of 1991. Among other things, the potential impact of this aquatic weed can be tremendous on the recreational quality of our waters. The City Council, together with the Watershed District, adopted a 1992 Eurasian Milfoil Action Plan to address concerns caused by this weed. One of the Action Plan requirements was to consider the adoption of an eurasian milfoil ordinance. The Lake Advisory Committee has been implementing this directive of the Action Plan. According to the DNR, the City of Prior Lake is the first community to entertain the adoption of an eurasian milfoil ordinance. The Lake Advisory Committee concurs with the City Council in that an aggressive local action is important in managing this potentially serious problem. 4629 Dakota St. S.E., Prior Lake, Minnesota 55372 / Ph. (612) 447-4230 / Fax (612) 447-4245 ALTERNATIVES: Because the 19ke management of.our water bodies is decentralized, it is critical that all parties involved have an input on the development of this ordinance. As noted above, Sheriff, Bill Nevin, Assistant County Attorney, Brian Nasi, and Otto Christiansen, Boating Staff Specialist from the DNR, have played a key role in the development of this ordinance. Identified within Ordinance 92-01 are four appropriate sections. Section A reiterates existing Minnesota Statutes which regulate the launching of a trailer or watercraft. Section B, which is the central focus of the ordinance, prohibits an individual from anchoring or operating a watercraft in any area identified as containing eurasian milfoil. The Committee recognizes that eurasian milfoil may be found adjacent to land and is providing an opportunity for land owners or lessees to utilize the lake with the least amount of impact. Section C recognizes that there may be some exceptions to the prohibition and this language is being recommended by the DNR. In addition, Section D is recommended by the DNR because of their intent to develop an eurasian milfoil management plan. Upon completion of this boating season the DNR and the City of Prior Lake will review our success with the ordinance, compare their findings to the DNR plan and take action accordingly. The Lake Advisory Committee is also developing a sign and promotion plan to educate lake owners and lake users if this ordinance is adopted. The ordinance must be presented to the DNR in a formal submittal. The submittal will be prepared upon adoption by the City Council. The ordinance will not go into effect until the DNR officials have formally approved the language. The alternatives are: 1. Do not adopt the ordinance. RECOMMENDATION: Make recommended changes (if any) to Ordinance 92-01 and place either on the consent agenda or regular agenda for discussion at the next meeting. 3. Table this item for a specific reason. The Lake Advisory Committee recommends that the City Council adopt an eurasian milfoil ordinance. The recommended language is contained in the draft within your agenda report· However, the Committee is interested in seeking input from the Council on the proposed ordinance. ACTION REQUIRED: Action will vary based on Council discussion. DRAFT CITY OF PRIOR LAKE ORDINANCE NO. 92-01 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PRIOR LAKE CITY CODE SECTION 9-3 The Council of the City of Prior Lake does hereby ordain: A new section 9-3-10 is hereby added to Prior Lake City Code read as follows: I to 9-3-10 EURASIAN WATER MILFOIL The growth of eurasian water milfoil in the waters of the City of Prior Lake affects the public health, safety and welfare by contributing to the deterioration of public waters and reduction of the economic and natural value of such waters. The City of Prior Lake has determined that regulations and ~enalties relating to the introduction and control of eurasian water milfoil are necessary to protect the waters of the City. (A) (B) (c) A person shall not place a trailer or launch a watercraft with eurasian water milfoil attachgd into any water bodies within the~City of Prior Lake ~applicable law, M.S. 18.317 Sub. 39 A person shall not anchor or operate a watercraft within any area identified by qualified aquatic biologists and marked for prescribed treatment with yellow milfoil buoys authorized in Minnesota Rules 6110.1500. Sub.7. However, riparian land owners or lessees may use the shortest and most direct route causing the least amount of cutting of milfoil plants in a marked area, when traveling to and from their property to open water, provided that they operate at a slow no wake speed (by definition, not to exceed 5 miles per hour). Enforcement, emergency, resource management and other government personnel or contractors are exempt from this ordinance when performing official duties or authorized work as prescribed in Minnesota Rule 6110.1200, Sub. 2, Para. 3. llAII! DRAFT (D) The Department of Natural Resources is in the process of developing an eurasian watermilfoil management plan, subsequently, the provisions of Ordinance 92-01 will sunset on December 31, 1992. The City of Prior Lake, Scott County Sheriff's Department and Department of Natural Resources will review our experience with the Ordinance and, based on our experience and the DNR's plan, take appropriate action for the 1993 boating season. II The present Section 9-3-10, is hereby renumbered as Section 9-3-11, and amended to read as follows: 9-3-11: PENALTY Any person violating any of the provisions of this Chapter shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and shall be punished by a fine not to exceed seven hundred dollars ($700) or by imprisonment not to exceed ninety (90) days, and costs. This ordinance shall be come effective from and after its passage and publication. Passed by the City Council of Prior Lake this , 1992. day of ATTEST: City Manager Mayor Drafted by: David Unmacht City Manager City of Prior Lake 4629 Dakota Street S. E. Prior Lake, MN 55372 DRAFT 1992 EURASIAN MILFOIL ACTION PLAN Program Designed to Manage Eurasian Mllfoll Infestation In Prior Lake The introduction of Eurasian Milfoil into the waters of Prior Lake is a very serious problem. It has the potential to destroy the recreational value of the lake, reduce the value of property and negatively impact the water quality. The unknown impact on the property tax base and recreational use of the lake makes the milfoil problem one of the most serious problems the lake has faced to date. The intent of this Action Plan is to present a coordinated and aggressive campaign incorpo- rating activities of the citizens and affected jurisdictions within the community of Prior Lake. A well managed and cohesive plan involving all members of the community can minimize the potential impact of the Eurasian Milfoil infestation. Lake Minnetonka serves as an example of what can happen if an organized strategy is not in place to manage Eurasian Milfoil at an early stage. Fortunately, for Prior Lake, a positive example of Eurasian Milfoil management can be studied in Bald Eagle Lake north of the Twin Cities. The first confirmed DNR sighting of Eurasian Milfoil occurred in the summer of 1991. The DNR (acting in concert with local lake officials and the Watershed District) treated the initial sightings with chemicals (2-4 D compound). The City of Prior Lake, the Watershed District and the DNR agreed to fund the lake treatments on an equal share basis in 1991. (Estimated number of acres treated: 33; estimated 1991 overall treatment costs $6000 - $7500.) It is a fact that a well planned strategy to address Eurasian Milfoil on Prior Lake for the 1992 growing season (April through September) is essential to a successful early identification, education and treat- ment program. The essence of the 1991 Action Plan describes the responsibilities and functions of the com- munity and its public and private organizations. The various actions to manage Eurasian Mi/foil include searching, confirmed sightings, management and treatment, marking infested areas, public information and education and coordinated inspections. This aggressive plan will cer- tainly require a combined effort from all sections of our community. ACTION PLAN Search/Inspection/'l~eatment This effort will be coordinated by the Prior Lake/Spring Lake Watershed District office (PL/SLWD). The goal will be to search the entire 21 miles of lakeshore bi-weekly from April until October. A Search Coordinator will be identified and will function through the Watershed District office. A map will be maintained by the Search Coordinator with specific assignments, reports and sightings individually recorded. Searching and Inspections will be carried out by volunteer 'Eurasian Milfoil Specialists'. These specialists will be managed by the Search Coordinator and will include volunteers organized by the Lake Association, individual home owners and any other interested citizens. A launch ramp inspection program will be undertaken and managed by the Search Coordinator. Periodic in- spections of boats and trailers at public accesses will be carried out by the Eurasian Milfoil Specialists through the efforts of volunteers and other interested citizens. When the Eurasian Milfoil plant is identified in a certain area, the Search Coordinator will be dispatched to confirm the sighting. Upon confirmation, the Coordinator will immediately mark the area with buoys. The DNR, in conjunction with the Search Coordinator, will make decisions will be notified of the sighting and the planned course of treatment. Following the initial treat- ment, the area will remain marked with the buoys, photographs will be taken and regular in- spections conducted. The Search Coordinator will make monthly reports to the participating jurisdictions on the activities, expenses and actions taken in the work to combat the spread of the plant. 0 Public Information and Education Program The Public Information and Education Program will be coordinated by the City of Prior Lake. Signs will be posted adjacent to the public launch ramps on City property. (The DNR does not allow non-DNR, individual or City signs at their launch facilities.) The owners of private launch ramps will be asked by the Search Coordinator to assist in the education effort by providing signs at their own expense. Signs will alert lake users to the perils of the plant, and to ask them to avoid Eurasian Milfoil infested areas marked by buoys. The City of Prior Lake will be responsible for coordinating newspaper articles and informational activities with the Prior Lake American. Notices and advertisements shall be placed and used during the peak lake use season. One annual mailing to all lakeshore residents informing them of the Eurasian Milfoil Action Plan will be conducted. Informational flyers will be prepared and distributed to local businesses and service organizations. A speaker's bureau will be maintained for informational discussions with various groups and meetings. The City of Prior Lake will consider the adoption of a lake use ordinance which will prohibit boats from entering an Eurasian Milfoil infested area. The Lake Advisory Committee will be asked to review and make a recommendation on the Ordinance and study Eurasian Milfoil issues. Overview The following describes each entity involved in the Eurasian MllfoH Action Plan and their appropriate responsibility. Department of Natural Re~;oorces (DNR): Overall supervision of the Eurasian Milfoll Program to insure effective and environmentally sound treatment procedures are followed. The DNR staff will be used as a technical source for information, education and management. Eurasian Milt'oil treatment will be the key DNR responsibility. The Action Plan will include the DNR's participation in one-third of the anticipated treatment costs. Prior Lake/Spring Lake Watershed District (PL/SLWD): The District will be responsible for the Search and Inspection program and assist in the treat- ment phase of the plan. The Search Coordinator and Eurasian Milfoil Specialists will be selected by the PL/SLWD. The PL/SLWD will fund one-third of the an- ticipated treatment costs. City of Prior Lake: Responsible for the public information and education pro- gram. The City will consider providing supporting ordinances and information in an effort to educate the citizens and lake users. The City will fund one-third of the anticipated treatment costs. Prior Lake Association: Provide trained Search and Inspection teams to sup- port the Search Coordinator and Eurasian Mllfoil Specialists and assist with the public information program as requested. Spring Lake Association: Provide trained Search and Inspection teams to support the Search Coordinator and Eurasian Milfoil Specialists and assist with the public information program as requested. Prior Lake Water Ski Club/Yacht Club: Provide trained Search and In- spection teams to support the Search Coordinator and Eurasian Milfoil Specialists and assist with the public information program as requested. 4. 1992 Proposed Budget (Costs are estimates only): Responsibility Jurisdiction Cost Treatments 8250/acre: 100 acres CitT/PL/SL~D/DNR* $25,000 Public Information and Education City 2,500 Search Coordinator and Eurasian Milfoil Specialists PL/SLWD** 10_,~ Total $37,500 If the DNR does not share in the treatment expenses, the cost will be split between the PL/SLWD and the City. The PL/SLWD has already committed $22,000 for Eurasian Milfoil expenses in 1992.