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Local Water Supply Plan Prior Lake, MN
Third Generation for 2016 -2018
Revised April 10, 2017
Formerly called Water Emergency & Water Conservation Plan
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Table of contents
INTRODUCTION TO WATER SUPPLY PLANS (WSP) ........................................................... 6
Who needs to complete a Water Supply Plan ...................................................................... 6
Groundwater Management Areas (GWMA).......................................................................... 6
Benefits of completing a WSP ............................................................................................. 6
WSP Approval Process....................................................................................................... 7
PART 1. WATER SUPPLY SYSTEM DESCRIPTION AND EVALUATION ............................... 9
A. Analysis of Water Demand ........................................................................................... 9
B. Treatment and Storage Capacity ................................................................................ 11
Treatment and storage capacity versus demand ........................................................................ 12
C. Water Sources ........................................................................................................... 12
Limits on Emergency Interconnections....................................................................................... 13
D. Future Demand Projections – Key Metropolitan Council Benchmark ............................ 13
Water Use Trends ...................................................................................................................... 13
Projection Method..................................................................................................................... 15
E. Resource Sustainability .............................................................................................. 16
Monitoring – Key DNR Benchmark ............................................................................................. 16
Water Level Data ....................................................................................................................... 17
Potential Water Supply Issues & Natural Resource Impacts – Key DNR & Metropolitan Council
Benchmark ................................................................................................................................ 18
Wellhead Protection (WHP) and Source Water Protection (SWP) Plans ...................................... 27
F. Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) ................................................................................. 28
Adequacy of Water Supply System............................................................................................. 28
Proposed Future Water Sources ................................................................................................ 29
Water Source Alternatives - Key Metropolitan Council Benchmark ............................................ 29
PART 2. EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS PROCEDURES .................................................. 31
A. Emergency Response Plan ........................................................................................ 31
B. Operational Contingency Plan .................................................................................... 31
C. Emergency Response Procedures ............................................................................. 31
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Emergency Telephone List ......................................................................................................... 32
Current Water Sources and Service Area.................................................................................... 32
Procedure for Augmenting Water Supplies ................................................................................ 32
Allocation and Demand Reduction Procedures .......................................................................... 33
Notification Procedures ............................................................................................................. 35
Enforcement .............................................................................................................................. 35
PART 3. WATER CONSERVATION PLAN ........................................................................... 37
Progress since 2006 ......................................................................................................... 38
A. Triggers for Allocation and Demand Reduction Actions ............................................... 38
B. Conservation Objectives and Strategies – Key benchmark for DNR ............................. 39
Objective 1: Reduce Unaccounted (Non-Revenue) Water loss to Less than 10% ......................... 39
Objective 2: Achieve Less than 75 Residential Gallons per Capita Demand (GPCD) ..................... 41
Objective 3: Achieve at least 1.5% annual reduction in non-residential per capita water use ..... 42
Objective 4: Achieve a Decreasing Trend in Total Per Capita Demand ........................................ 43
Objective 5: Reduce Ratio of Maximum day to the Average Day Demand to Less Than 2.6......... 44
Objective 6: Implement Demand Reduction Measures............................................................... 44
Objective 7: Additional strategies to Reduce Water Use and Support Wellhead Protection
Planning .................................................................................................................................... 46
Objective 8: Tracking Success: How will you track or measure success through the next ten
years? ........................................................................................................................................ 47
C. Regulation ................................................................................................................. 48
D. Retrofitting Programs ................................................................................................. 48
Retrofitting Programs ................................................................................................................ 49
E. Education and Information Programs .......................................................................... 49
Proposed Education Programs ................................................................................................... 49
PART 4. ITEMS FOR METROPOLITAN AREA COMMUNITIES ............................................ 53
A. Water Demand Projections through 2040.................................................................... 53
B. Potential Water Supply Issues .................................................................................... 53
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C. Proposed Alternative Approaches to Meet Extended Water Demand Projections ......... 53
D. Value-Added Water Supply Planning Efforts (Optional) ............................................... 54
Source Water Protection Strategies ........................................................................................... 54
Technical assistance................................................................................................................... 54
GLOSSARY ......................................................................................................................... 55
Acronyms and Initialisms .................................................................................................. 57
APPENDICES TO BE SUBMITTED BY THE WATER SUPPLIER .......................................... 57
Appendix 1: Well records and maintenance summaries ..................................................... 57
Appendix 2: Water level monitoring plan ........................................................................... 57
Appendix 3: Water level graphs for each water supply well ................................................. 57
Appendix 4: Capital Improvement Plan .............................................................................. 57
Appendix 5: Emergency Telephone List ............................................................................ 57
Appendix 6: Cooperative Agreements for Emergency Services.......................................... 57
Appendix 7: Municipal Critical Water Deficiency Ordinance ................................................ 57
Appendix 8: Graph of Ten Years of Annual Per Capita Water Demand for Each Customer
Category .......................................................................................................................... 57
Appendix 9: Water Rate Structure .................................................................................... 57
Appendix 10: Ordinances or Regulations Related to Water Use.......................................... 57
Appendix 11: Implementation Checklist ............................................................................ 57
Appendix 12: Sources of Information for Table 10 ............................................................. 57
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DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES – DIVISION OF ECOLOGICAL AND
WATER RESOURCES AND METROPOLITAN COUNCIL
INTRODUCTION TO WATER SUPPLY PLANS (WSP)
Who needs to complete a Water Supply Plan
Public water suppliers serving more than 1,000 people, large private water suppliers in designated
Groundwater Management Areas, and all water suppliers in the Twin Cities metropolitan area are
required to prepare and submit a water supply plan.
The goal of the WSP is to help water suppliers: 1) implement long term water sustainability and
conservation measures; and 2) develop critical emergency preparedness measures. Your community
needs to know what measures will be implemented in case of a water crisis. A lot of emergencies can be
avoided or mitigated if long term sustainability measures are implemented.
Groundwater Management Areas (GWMA)
The DNR has designated three areas of the state as Groundwater Management Areas (GWMAs) to focus
groundwater management efforts in specific geographies where there is an added risk of overuse or
water quality degradation. A plan directing the DNRs actions within each GWMA has been prepared.
Although there are no specific additional requirements with respect to the water supply planning for
communities within designated GWMAs, communities should be aware of the issues and actions
planned if they are within the boundary of one of the GWMAs. The three GWMAs are the North and
East Metro GWMA (Twin Cities Metro), the Bonanza Valley GWMA and the Straight River GWMA (near
Park Rapids). Additional information and maps are included in the DNR Groundwater Management
Areas webpage.
Benefits of completing a WSP
Completing a WSP using this template, fulfills a water supplier’s statutory obligations under M.S.
M.S.103G.291 to complete a water supply plan. For water suppliers in the metropolitan area, the WSP
will help local governmental units to fulfill their requirements under M.S. 473.859 to complete a local
comprehensive plan. Additional benefits of completing WSP template:
• The standardized format allows for quicker and easier review and approval
• Help water suppliers prepare for droughts and water emergencies.
• Create eligibility for funding requests to the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) for the
Drinking Water Revolving Fund.
• Allow water suppliers to submit requests for new wells or expanded capacity of existing wells.
• Simplify the development of county comprehensive water plans and watershed plans.
• Fulfill the contingency plan provisions required in the MDH wellhead protection and surface
water protection plans.
• Fulfill the demand reduction requirements of Minnesota Statutes, section 103G.291 subd 3
and 4.
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• Upon implementation, contribute to maintaining aquifer levels, reducing potential well
interference and water use conflicts, and reducing the need to drill new wells or expand
system capacity.
• Enable DNR to compile and analyze water use and conservation data to help guide decisions.
• Conserve Minnesota’s water resources
If your community needs assistance completing the Water Supply Plan, assistance is available from your
area hydrologist or groundwater specialist, the MN Rural Waters Association circuit rider program, or in
the metropolitan area from Metropolitan Council staff. Many private consultants are also available.
WSP Approval Process
10 Basic Steps for completing a 10-Year Water Supply Plan
1. Download the DNR/Metropolitan Council Water Supply Plan Template from the DNR Water
Supply Plan webpage.
2. Save the document with a file name with this naming convention:
WSP_cityname_permitnumber_date.doc.
3. The template is a form that should be completed electronically.
4. Compile the required water use data (Part 1) and emergency procedures information (Part 2)
5. The Water Conservation section (Part 3) may need discussion with the water department,
council, or planning commission, if your community does not already have an active water
conservation program.
6. Communities in the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area should complete all the
information discussed in Part 4. The Metropolitan Council has additional guidance information
on their Water Supply webpage. All out-state water suppliers do not need to complete the
content addressed in Part 4.
7. Use the Plan instructions and Checklist document from the DNR Water Supply Plan webpage to
insure all data is complete and attachments are included. This will allow for a quicker approval
process.
8. Plans should be submitted electronically using the MPARS website – no paper documents are
required.
9. DNR hydrologist will review plans (in cooperation with Metropolitan Council in Metro area) and
approve the plan or make recommendations.
10. Once approved, communities should complete a Certification of Adoption form, and send a copy
to the DNR.
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Complete Table 1 with information about the public water supply system covered by this WSP.
Table 1. General information regarding this WSP
Requested Information Description
DNR Water Appropriation Permit Number(s) 1975-6201
Ownership ☒ Public or ☐ Private
Metropolitan Council Area ☒ Yes or ☐ No (Scott County)
Street Address 4646 Dakota Street SE
City, State, Zip Prior Lake, MN 55372
Contact Person Name Jason Wedel
Title Public Works and Natural Resources Director
Phone Number (952) 447-9890
MDH Supplier Classification Municipal
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PART 1. WATER SUPPLY SYSTEM DESCRIPTION AND EVALUATION
The first step in any water supply analysis is to assess the current status of demand and availability.
Information summarized in Part 1 can be used to develop Emergency Preparedness Procedures (Part 2)
and the Water Conservation Plan (Part 3). This data is also needed to track progress for water efficiency
measures.
A. Analysis of Water Demand
Complete Table 2 showing the past 10 years of water demand data.
• Some of this information may be in your Wellhead Protection Plan.
• If you do not have this information, do your best, call your engineer for assistance or if
necessary leave blank.
If your customer categories are different than the ones listed in Table 2, please describe the differences
below:
Water Supplier Services includes weekly hydrant flushing, ice rink flooding, backwashing at the water treatment
facility, and city operations that utilize water .
Prior Lake began purchasing water from SMSC in 2014 to supplement the City’s water needs. This water is not
pumped by Prior Lake, but instead used to supplement the Prior Lake supply to meet demands. T herefore, based
on the definition at the end of this Plan, the water is withdrawn from a water supply source for the Community and
will be included in the “Total Water Pumped” category. In 2014, 2015, and 2016, the City purchased 159, 230, and
270 million gallons of water each year from SMSC, respectively.
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Table 2. Historic water demand (see definitions in the glossary after Part 4 of this template)
Year Pop.
Served
Total
Connections
Residential
Water
Delivered
(MG)
C/I/I
Water
Delivered
(MG)
Water
used for
Non-
essential
(MG)
Wholesale
Deliveries
(MG)
Total
Water
Delivered
(MG)
Total Water
Pumped
(MG)
Water
Supplier
Services
(MG)
Percent Unmetered/
Unaccounted
Average Daily
Demand
(MGD)
Max. Daily
Demand
(MGD)
Date of Max.
Demand
Residential
Per Capita
Demand
(GPCD)
Total per
capita
Demand
(GPCD)
2005 21,395 6,247 479 36 48 0 568 705 5.8 19.4% 1.93 5.66 7/18/2005 61.3 90.3
2006 21,542 6,894 572 44 67 0 683 827 N/A 17.4% 2.27 5.98 6/5/2006 72.7 105.2
2007 22,111 7,535 653 47 89 0 799 892 10.0 10.4% 2.44 7.03 7/24/2007 80.9 110.5
2008 22,917 7,623 618 46 90 0 789 846 35.6 6.7% 2.32 6.42 7/7/2008 73.8 101.1
2009 23,335 7,690 639 48 84 0 819 878 48.4 6.8% 2.41 5.78 6/4/2009 75.0 103.1
2010 22,796 7,825 566 46 70 0 735 771 51.7 4.7% 2.11 4.54 5/30/2010 68.1 92.6
2011 23,010 7,922 597 46 78 1.15 775 812 53.7 4.6% 2.22 5.00 9/11/2011 71.1 96.6
2012 23,385 8,070 682 49 106 1.49 907 910 70.7 0.3% 2.49 6.61 7/17/2012 79.8 106.6
2013 24,223 8,257 615 48 78 0.42 805 820 64.5 1.8% 2.25 6.12 8/26/2013 69.6 92.7
2014 24,911 8,435 567 47 58 1.09 719 738 47.1 2.6% 2.02 5.10 8/4/2014 62.4 81.2
2015 24,732 8,578 563 45 56 1.18 706 731 43.1 3.4% 2.00 4.25 8/16/2015 62.3 81.0
2016 25,616 8,707 587 47 57 1.61 734 773 44.4 5.0% 2.12 4.52 7/2/2016 62.7 82.7
Avg.
2011-
2016
24,313 8,328 602 47 72 1.16 775 797 53.9 2.9% 2.18 5.27 NA 68.0 90.1
MG – Million Gallons MGD – Million Gallons per Day GPCD – Gallons per Capita per Day
See Glossary for definitions. A list of Acronyms and Initialisms can be found after the Glossary.
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Complete Table 3 by listing the top 10 water users by volume, from largest to smallest. For each user,
include information about the category of use (residential, commercial, industrial, institutional, or
wholesale), the amount of water used in gallons per year, the percent of total water delivered, and the
status of water conservation measures.
Table 3. Large volume users
Customer
Use Category
(Residential,
Industrial,
Commercial,
Institutional,
Wholesale)
Amount Used
(Gallons per Year)
Percent of Total
Annual Water
Delivered
Implementing Water
Conservation
Measures?
(Yes/No/Unknown)
McKenna Crossing Residential 4,239,250 0.6% Unknown
Deerfield Coach Irrigation 3,675,630 0.5% Unknown
Lakefront Plaza Commercial 2,989,750 0.4% Unknown
Courtwood Village
Condo Assn. Residential 2,538,500 0.3% Unknown
New Perspective Sr.
Living Residential 2,476,550 0.3% Unknown
Tower Place Condo Residential 2,434,700 0.3% Unknown
River Valley YMCA Commercial 2,328,550 0.3% Unknown
Approach Townhomes Residential/Irrigation 2,186,250 0.3% Unknown
Holiday Station Commercial 1,839,500 0.3% Unknown
Shakopee
Mdewakanton Car
Wash
Commercial 1,841,000 0.3% Unknown
B. Treatment and Storage Capacity
Complete Table 4 with a description of where water is treated, the year treatment facilities were
constructed, water treatment capacity, the treatment methods (i.e. chemical addition, reverse osmosis,
coagulation, sedimentation, etc.) and treatment types used (i.e. fluoridation, softening, chlorination,
Fe/MN removal, coagulation, etc.). Also describe the annual amount and method of disposal of
treatment residuals. Add rows to the table as needed.
Table 4. Water treatment capacity and treatment processes
Treatment
Site ID
(Plant
Name or
Well ID)
Year
Constructed
Treatment
Capacity
(GPD)
Treatment
Method
Treatment
Type
Annual
Volume of
Residuals
Disposal
Process
for
Residuals
Do You
Reclaim
Filter
Backwash
Water?
WTP No. 1 2009 7,500,000 Gravity
filtration
Fe/Mn
removal,
chlorination
N/A Sanitary
Sewer Yes
Total NA 7,500,000 NA NA NA NA NA
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Complete Table 5 with information about storage structures. Describe the type (i.e. elevated, ground,
etc.), the storage capacity of each type of structure, the year each structure was constructed, and the
primary material for each structure. Add rows to the table as needed.
Table 5. Storage capacity, as of the end of the last calendar year
Structure Name Type of Storage
Structure
Year Constructed Primary Material Storage Capacity
(Gallons)
South Tower Elevated storage 1973 Steel 750,000
North Tower Elevated storage 1986 Steel 1,000,000
WTP Clearwell Ground storage 2009 Concrete 1,500,000
Total NA NA NA 3,250,000
Treatment and storage capacity versus d emand
It is recommended that total storage equal or exceed the average daily demand.
Discuss the difference between current storage and treatment capacity versus the water supplier’s
projected average water demand over the next 10 years (see Table 7 for projected water demand):
Currently, the City of Prior Lake has three storage facilities totaling 3.25 million gallons of storage capacity. There
are two elevated storage facilities with a capacity of 1.75 million gallons. In 2009, the City constructed a new Water
Treatment Facility (WTF), which contains a large reservoir that has pumps and backup generator. Since there are
pumps and a generator that can pump the water in the event of a power failure, the 1.5 million gallon reservoir at
the WTF is included in the total storage capacity. AWWA recommends that the storage ca pacity should equal or
exceed the average day demand. Based on the data provided in Table 2, the current storage capacity is adequate
for current average day demands. Using table 7 and the future average day projections, by 2025, there is an
estimated average day demand of 2.67 MGD, leaving a surplus storage capacity of 584,000 gallons. Looking at 2030,
the projected average day demand is 2.94, yielding a surplus in storage of 305,000 gallons. There is adequate storage
capacity for the City of Prior Lake for the next 10 to 15 years.
In 2009, the City constructed a new 7.5 million gallon WTF. This treatment facility serves the Cities six active
municipal wells. Data in Table 2 shows that the average maximum day demand is 5.3 MGD. Based on this, the
existing WTF has an excess capacity of 2.2 MGD, which is sufficient for current demands. Table 7 indicates that the
projected peak day demand will continue to increase as the population increases. By 2025, the projected peak day
demand is 6.43 MGD, and by 2030 the projected max day demand is 7.07 MGD, which is still less than the plant
capacity. There is adequate treatment capacity for the next 10 – 15 years.
C. Water Sources
Complete Table 6 by listing all types of water sources that supply water to the system, including
groundwater, surface water, interconnections with other water suppliers, or others. Provide the name
of each source (aquifer name, river or lake name, name of interconnecting water supplier) and the
Minnesota unique well number or intake ID, as appropriate. Report the year the source was installed or
established and the current capacity. Provide information about the depth of all wells. Describe the
status of the source (active, inactive, emergency only, retail/wholesale interconnection) and if the
source facilities have a dedicated emergency power source. Add rows to the table as needed for each
installation.
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Include copies of well records and maintenance summary for each well that has occurred since your last
approved plan in Appendix 1.
Table 6. Water sources and status
Resource Type
(Groundwater,
Surface water,
Interconnection)
Resource Name MN Unique
Well # or
Intake ID
Year
Installed
Capacity
(Gallons per
Minute)
Well
Depth
(Feet)
Status of Normal and
Emergency Operations
(active, inactive,
emergency only,
retail/wholesale
interconnection))
Does this Source
have a
Dedicated
Emergency
Power Source?
(Yes or No)
Groundwater Well No. 3 207308 1973 1,200 364 Active Yes
Groundwater Well No. 4 110452 1975 1,100 345 Active Yes
Groundwater Well No. 5 420954 1988 1,000 372 Active No
Groundwater* Well No. 6 603083 2001 1,200 410 Used for Peak use only Yes
Groundwater Well No. 7 655913 2003 450 640 Active Yes
Groundwater Well No. 8 686263 2006 1,200 402 Active Yes
Groundwater Well No. 9 686264 2007 450 NA Active Yes
Interconnection SMSC N/A 2014 833 (1.2 MGD) N/A Active N/A
Interconnection Savage (City) N/A 2014 694 (1.0 MGD) N/A Active N/A
* Well No. 6 is not currently connected to the water treatment facility and is only used to supply water to meet peak demands
Limits on Emergency Interconnections
Discuss any limitations on the use of the water sources (e.g. not to be operated simultaneously,
limitations due to blending, aquifer recovery issues etc.) and the use of interconnections, including
capacity limits or timing constraints (i.e. only 200 gallons per minute are available from the City of Prior
Lake, and it is estimated to take 6 hours to establish the emergency connection). If there are no
limitations, list none.
Well 6 can only to be used in the event of an emergency or to supplement other supply wells if they cannot met
demands. The agreements between Prior Lake with SMSC and Savage and the above table, detail the total amount
of available water through each interconnection.
D. Future Demand Projections – Key Metropolitan Council Benchmark
Water Use Trends
Use the data in Table 2 to describe trends in 1) population served; 2) total per capita water demand; 3)
average daily demand; 4) maximum daily demand. Then explain the causes for upward or downward
trends. For example, over the ten years has the average daily demand trended up or down? Why is this
occurring?
From 2005 to 2016, the City of Prior Lake saw an increase in population served of 16.5%, from 21,395 in 2005 to
25,616 in 2016. The population trend has steadily increased over the last 10 years. Based on the historical
population, it is anticipated that the projected population will follow similar growth trends.
The total per capita demand has average 95 gallons per capita per day (gpcd) from 2005 through 2016. When looking
at data from 2011 through 2016, the average day demand is 90 gpcd. This decrease in average per capita demand
reflects water conservation measures the City has been implementing for the last several years. The per capita
demand had a peak in 2012 due to a relatively moderate drough t that occurred that year. This peak does not
represent the trend in per capita demand and is considered an outlier in the data set from 2011 through 2016.
Overall, per capita demand shows a decreasing trend over the last 10 years as water conservation m easures get
implemented and education about water conservation becomes easier to find. Starting in 2014, the City began
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purchasing water from SMSC. Based on the data in Table 2, when the City began purchasing water, the total per
capita demand decreased from the previous year’s demands. This could also be attributed to the wet years and
increased rainfall in the Metropolitan region the last three years.
Average day demand has remained relatively consistent over the 10-year historical period. The historical average of
the average day demand is 2.20 MGD. Similar to the per capita demand, 2012 saw a slight peak in average day
demand due to drought conditions that persisted during the summer months. Overall, there have not been any
major fluctuations in average day demand. However, the demand has slightly decreased since 2012, which could be
represented by increased precipitation and efforts by the City to implement water conservation techniques and
programs. The figure below represents the historical average and max day demand trends for Prior Lake.
Maximum day demand has a decreasing trend over the historical period. Two major peaks occurred in 2007 and
2012, which correspond to years with drought and reduced precipitation . As the demand continues to decrease,
this drives the peaking factor down since the max day demand becomes closer to the average day demand. The
most significant decrease in max day demand occurred from 2012 to 2016, which is s imilar to the average day
demand and the total per capita demand over the same timeframe . Maximum day demands are most likely
decreasing due to the implementation of water conservation measures and education about conserving water being
more easily accessible to customers.
Use the water use trend information discussed above to complete Table 7 with projected annual
demand for the next ten years. Communities in the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area must
also include projections for 2030 and 2040 as part of their local comprehensive planni ng.
Projected demand should be consistent with trends evident in the historical data in Table 2, as discussed
above. Projected demand should also reflect state demographer population projections and/or other
planning projections.
0.0
1.0
2.0
3.0
4.0
5.0
6.0
7.0
8.0
2004 2006 2008 2010 2012 2014 2016Demand (MGD)Year
Average Day Demand Max Day Demand
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Table 7. Projected annual water demand
Year Projected
Total
Population (2)
Projected
Population
Served
Projected Total Per
Capita Water Demand
(GPCD)
Projected
Average Daily
Demand
(MGD)
Projected Maximum
Daily Demand (MGD)
2016 (1) 25,616 25,616 83 2.12 4.52
2017 26,087 26,087 87 2.27 5.46
2018 26,558 26,558 87 2.31 5.56
2019 27,029 27,029 87 2.35 5.66
2020 27,500 27,500 87 2.39 5.76
2021 28,140 28,140 87 2.44 5.89
2022 28,780 28,780 87 2.50 6.03
2023 29,420 29,420 87 2.56 6.16
2024 30,060 30,060 87 2.61 6.29
2025 30,700 30,700 87 2.67 6.43
2030 33,900 33,900 87 2.94 7.07
2040 40,500 40,500 87 3.52 8.27
(1) 2016 is historical data which is provided in Table 2
(2) Population forecasts follow Metropolitan Council System Statements
GPCD – Gallons per Capita per Day MGD – Million Gallons per Day
Projection Method
Describe the method used to project water demand, including assumptions for population and business
growth and how water conservation and efficiency programs affect projected water demand:
Water demand projections were based on historical trends and the increase in population. Metropolitan Council
population projections were used to for population projections through 2040. It is assumed that the projected
service population will equal the projected total population.
The historical total per capita demand from 2011 through 2016 (excluding 2012) of 87 gallons per capita per day
(gpcd) was used to make water demand projections through 2040. This excludes 2012, which was a dry year, leading
to increased water usage and a much higher per capita demand over the previous two years and following four
years. It can be acceptable to omit years with extreme drought or extreme precipitation as outliers as they can skew
the data and make future projections unrealistic. Based on historical trends in per capita demand and future
population projections, it is acceptable to use 87 gpcd through 2040. The reason 2011 through 2016 data was used
(excluding 2012) was that the City has implemented water conservation measures over the last several years and
the per capita demand reflects those efforts . It is important to consider these water conservation measures when
making projections as they can help make accurate projections with regards to the City’s plan of conserving water
and reducing per capita demands. Commercial and industrial development was accounted for by using the historical
demands to make projections. It is assumed that the rate at which commercial and industrial water usage increases
will remain the same as the historical demands.
The projected average day demand was calculated by multiplying the projected total per capita demand of 87 gpcd
by the projected service area population. The projected average day demand shows a slightly increasing demand
because the average day demand is calculated based on population. As the population increases and the per capita
demand remains constant, the average day demand will slightly increase. By 2040, a projected average day demand
of 3.52 MGD is expected.
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The projected maximum day demand was calculated by multiplying the average day demand by a peaking factor.
The peaking factor used to calculate the projected maximum day demand is the average peaking factor from 2011
through 2016 of 2.41. This peaking factor was used to project maximum day demands up to 2030. Ten States
Standards has recommendations for peaking factors using an empirical equation that calculates peaking factors
based on a communities population. Based on Ten States Standards recommendations, as the population increases,
the peaking factor will decrease. Therefore, as Prior Lakes’ population continues to increase, they should
theoretically see a decreasing peaking factor. Using Ten States Standards recommendations , the peaking factor for
2030 and 2040 are 2.40 and 2.35 respectively. Reducing the peaking factor also accounts for improved technology
and more water efficient appliances and water conservation programs that may be implemented in the City.
E. Resource Sustainability
Monitoring – Key DNR Benchmark
Complete Table 8 by inserting information about source water quality and quantity monitoring efforts.
The list should include all production wells, observation wells, and source water intakes or reservoirs.
Groundwater level data for DNR’s statewide network of observation wells are available online through
the DNR’s Cooperative Groundwater Monitoring (CGM) webpage.
Table 8. Information about source water quality and quantity monitoring
MN Unique Well #
or Surface Water ID
Type of monitoring
point
Monitoring program Frequency of
monitoring
Monitoring Method
207308
Well No. 3
☒ production well
☐ observation well
☐ source water
intake
☐ source water
reservoir
☒ routine MDH
sampling
☒ routine water
utility sampling
☐ other
☒ continuous
☒ hourly
☐ daily
☐ monthly
☐ quarterly
☐ annually
☒ SCADA
☐ grab sampling
☐ steel tape
☐ stream gauge
110452
Well No. 4
☒ production well
☐ observation well
☐ source water
intake
☐ source water
reservoir
☒ routine MDH
sampling
☒ routine water
utility sampling
☐ other
☒ continuous
☒ hourly
☐ daily
☐ monthly
☐ quarterly
☐ annually
☒ SCADA
☐ grab sampling
☐ steel tape
☐ stream gauge
420954
Well No. 5
☒ production well
☐ observation well
☐ source water
intake
☐ source water
reservoir
☒ routine MDH
sampling
☒ routine water
utility sampling
☐ other
☒ continuous
☒ hourly
☐ daily
☐ monthly
☐ quarterly
☐ annually
☒ SCADA
☐ grab sampling
☐ steel tape
☐ stream gauge
603083
Well No. 6
☒ production well
☐ observation well
☐ source water
intake
☐ source water
reservoir
☒ routine MDH
sampling
☒ routine water
utility sampling
☐ other
☒ continuous
☒ hourly
☐ daily
☐ monthly
☐ quarterly
☐ annually
☒ SCADA
☐ grab sampling
☐ steel tape
☐ stream gauge
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MN Unique Well #
or Surface Water ID
Type of monitoring
point
Monitoring program Frequency of
monitoring
Monitoring Method
655913
Well No. 7
☒ production well
☐ observation well
☐ source water
intake
☐ source water
reservoir
☒ routine MDH
sampling
☒ routine water
utility sampling
☐ other
☒ continuous
☒ hourly
☐ daily
☐ monthly
☐ quarterly
☐ annually
☒ SCADA
☐ grab sampling
☐ steel tape
☐ stream gauge
686263
Well No. 8
☒ production well
☐ observation well
☐ source water
intake
☐ source water
reservoir
☒ routine MDH
sampling
☒ routine water
utility sampling
☐ other
☒ continuous
☒ hourly
☐ daily
☐ monthly
☐ quarterly
☐ annually
☒ SCADA
☐ grab sampling
☐ steel tape
☐ stream gauge
686264
Well No. 9
☒ production well
☐ observation well
☐ source water
intake
☐ source water
reservoir
☒ routine MDH
sampling
☒ routine water
utility sampling
☐ other
☒ continuous
☒ hourly
☐ daily
☐ monthly
☐ quarterly
☐ annually
☒ SCADA
☐ grab sampling
☐ steel tape
☐ stream gauge
Water Level Data
A water level monitoring plan that includes monitoring locations and a schedule for water level readings
must be submitted as Appendix 2. If one does not already exist, it needs to be prepared and submitted
with the WSP. Ideally, all production and observation wells are monitored at least monthly.
Complete Table 9 to summarize water level data for each well being monitored. Provide the name of the
aquifer and a brief description of how much water levels vary over the season (the difference between
the highest and lowest water levels measured during the year) and the long-term trends for each well. If
water levels are not measured and recorded on a routine basis, then provide the static water level when
each well was constructed and the most recent water level measured during the same season the well
was constructed. Also include all water level data taken during any well and pump maintenance. Add
rows to the table as needed.
Groundwater hydrographs illustrate the historical record of aquifer water levels measured within a well
and can indicate water level trends over time. For each well in your system, provide a hydrograph for
the life of the well, or for as many years as water levels have been measured. Include the hydrographs in
Appendix 3. An example of a hydrograph can be found on the DNR’s Groundwater Hydrograph
webpage. Hydrographs for DNR Observation wells can be found in the CGM discussed above.
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Table 9. Water level data
Unique Well
Number or Well ID
Aquifer Name Seasonal Variation
(Feet)
Long-term Trend in
water level data
Water level
measured during
well/pumping
maintenance
207308
Well No. 3 Jordan/Prairie du-
Chien 8.5 ft.
☐ Falling
☒ Stable
☐ Rising
MM/DD/YY:____
MM/DD/YY:____
MM/DD/YY:____
110452
Well No. 4
Jordan/Prairie du-
Chien 34 ft.
☐ Falling
☐ Stable
☒ Rising
MM/DD/YY:____
MM/DD/YY:____
MM/DD/YY:____
420954
Well No. 5
Jordan/Prairie du-
Chien 32 ft.
☐ Falling
☒ Stable
☐ Rising
MM/DD/YY:____
MM/DD/YY:____
MM/DD/YY:____
603083
Well No. 6
Jordan/Prairie du-
Chien 22 ft.
☐ Falling
☒ Stable
☐ Rising
MM/DD/YY:____
MM/DD/YY:____
MM/DD/YY:____
655913
Well No. 7
Tunnel City
Wonewoc 80 ft.
☐ Falling
☒ Stable
☐ Rising
MM/DD/YY:____
MM/DD/YY:____
MM/DD/YY:____
686263
Well No. 8
Jordan/Prairie du-
Chien 78 ft.
☐ Falling
☐ Stable
☒ Rising
MM/DD/YY:____
MM/DD/YY:____
MM/DD/YY:____
686264
Well No. 9
Tunnel City
Wonewoc 141 ft.
☐ Falling
☒ Stable
☐ Rising
MM/DD/YY:____
MM/DD/YY:____
MM/DD/YY:____
Potential Water Supply Issues & Natural Resource Impacts – Key DNR & Metropolitan Council
Benchmark
Complete Table 10 by listing the types of natural resources that are or could potentially be impacted by
permitted water withdrawals in the future. You do not need to identify every single water resource in
your entire community. The goal is to help you triage the most important water resources and/or the
water resources that may be impacted by your water supply system – perhaps during a drought or when
the population has grown significantly in ten years. This is emerging science, so do the best you can with
available data. For identified resources, provide the name of specific resources that may be impacted.
Identify what the greatest risks to the resource are and how the risks are being assessed. Identify any
resource protection thresholds – formal or informal – that have been established to identify when
actions should be taken to mitigate impacts. Provide information about the potential mitigation actions
that may be taken, if a resource protection threshold is crossed. Add additional rows to the table as
needed. See the glossary at the end of the template for definitions.
Some of this baseline data should have been in your earlier water supply plans or county comprehensive
water plans. When filling out this table, think of what are the water supply risks, identify the resources,
determine the threshold and then determine what your community will do to mitigate the impacts.
Your DNR area hydrologist is available to assist with this table.
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For communities in the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area, the Master Water Supply Plan
Appendix 1 (Water Supply Profiles), provides information about potential water supply issues and
natural resource impacts for your community.
Steps for completing Table 10
1. Identify the potential for natural resource impacts/issues within the community
First, review available information to identify resources that may be impacted by the operation
of your water supply system (such as pumping).
Potential Sources of Information:
• County Geologic Atlas
• Local studies
• Metropolitan Council System Statement (for metro communities)
• Metropolitan Council Master Water Supply Plan (for metro communities)
ACTION: Check the resource type(s) that may be impacted in the column “Resource Type”
2. Identify where your water supply system is most likely to impact those resources (and
vice versa).
Potential Sources of Information:
• Drinking Water Supply Management Areas
• Geologic Atlas - Sensitivity
• If no WHPA or other information exists, consider rivers, lakes, wetlands and significant
within 1.5 miles of wells; and calcareous fens and trout streams within 5 miles of wells
ACTION: Focus the rest of your work in these areas.
3. Within focus areas, identify specific features of value to the community
You know your community best. What resources are important to pay attention to? It may be
useful to check in with your community’s planning and zoning staff and others.
Potential Sources of Information:
• Park plans
• Local studies
• Natural resource inventories
• Tourist attractions/recreational areas/valued community resource
ACTION: Identify specific features that the community prioritizes in the “Resource Name”
column (for example: North Lake, Long River, Brook Trout Stream, or Green Fen). If, based on a
review of available information, no features are likely to be at risk, note “None”.
4. Identify what impact(s) the resource is at risk for
Potential Sources of Information:
• Wellhead Protection Plan
• Water Appropriation Permit
• County Geologic Atlas
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• MDH or PCA reports of the area
• Metropolitan Council System Statement (for metro communities)
• Metropolitan Council Master Water Supply Plan (for metro communities)
ACTION: Check the risk type in the column “Risk”. If, based on a review of available information,
no risk is identified, note “None anticipated”.
5. Describe how the risk was assessed
Potential Sources of Information:
• Local studies
• Monitoring data (community, WMO, DNR, etc.)
• Aquifer testing
• County Geologic Atlas or other hydrogeologic studies
• Regional or state studies, such as DNR’s report ‘Definitions and Thresholds for Negative
Impacts to Surface Waters’
• Well boring logs
ACTION: Identify the method(s) used to identify the risk to the resource in the “Risk Assessed
Through” column
6. Describe protection threshold/goals
What is the goal, if any, for protecting these resources? For example, is there a lower limit on
acceptable flow in a river or stream? Water quality outside of an accepted range? A lower limit
on acceptable aquifer level decline at one or more monitoring wells? Withdrawals that exceed
some percent of the total amount available from a source? Or a lower limit on acceptable
changes to a protected habitat?
Potential Sources of Information:
• County Comprehensive Water Plans
• Watershed Plans or One Watershed/One Plan
• Groundwater or Aquifer Plans
• Metropolitan Master Plans
• DNR Thresholds study
• Community parks, open space, and natural resource plans
ACTION: Describe resource protection goals in the “Describe Resource Protection Threshold”
column or reference an existing plan/document/webpage
7. If a goal/threshold should trigger action, describe the plan that will be implemented .
Identify specific action, mitigation measures or management plan that the water supplier will
implement, or refer to a partner’s plan that includes actions to be taken.
Potential Sources of Information:
• County Comprehensive Water Plans
• Watershed Plans or One Watershed/One Plan
• Groundwater or Aquifer Plans
• Metropolitan Master Plans
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• Studies such as DNR Thresholds study
ACTION: Describe the mitigation measure or management plan in the “Mitigation Measure or
Management Plan” column.
8. Describe work to evaluate these risks going forward.
For example, what is the plan to regularly check in to stay current on plans or new data?
Identify specific action that the water supplier will take to identify the creation of or change to
goals/thresholds, or refer to a partner’s plan that includes actions to be taken.
Potential Sources of Information:
• County Comprehensive Water Plans
• Watershed Plans or One Watershed/One Plan
• Groundwater or Aquifer Plans
• Metropolitan Master Plans
• Studies such as DNR Thresholds study
ACTION: Describe what will be done to evaluate risks going forward, including any changes to
goals or protection thresholds in the “Describe how Changes to Goals are monitored” column.
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Table 10. Natural resource impacts (*List specific resources in Appendix 12)
Resource
Type
Resource
Name
Risk Risk Assessed
Through *
Describe
Resource
Protection
Threshold
or Goal *
Mitigation
Measures or
Management
Plan
Describe How
Thresholds or
Goals are
Monitored
☒ River or
stream
Credit River
Tributary
☐ None
anticipated
☒ Flow/water
level decline
☒ Degrading
water quality
trends
☐ Impacts on
endangered,
threatened, or
special
concern
species
habitat
☐ Other:
___________
☐ Geologic
atlas or other
mapping
☐ Modeling
☐ Monitoring
☐ Aquifer
testing
☐WRAPS or
other
watershed
report
☒Proximity
(<1.5 miles)
☒ Other:
_Metropolitan
Council System
Statement
☐ Not
applicable
☒
Additional
data is
needed to
establish
☐ See
report:
__________
_
☐ No data
available
☐ Other:
__________
_
☐Not
applicable
☐ Change
groundwater
pumping
☒ Increase
conservation
☐ Other:
___________
☐Not
applicable
☒ Newly
collected data
will be
analyzed
☐ Regular
check-in with
these
partners:
___________
_
☒ Other:
Consult with
MN DNR
Hydrologist
__________
☒ River or
stream
Prior Lake
Outlet
Channel
☐ None
anticipated
☒ Flow/water
level decline
☒ Degrading
water quality
trends
☐ Impacts on
endangered,
threatened, or
special
concern
species
habitat
☐ Other:
___________
☐ Geologic
atlas or other
mapping
☐ Modeling
☐ Monitoring
☐ Aquifer
testing
☐WRAPS or
other
watershed
report
☒Proximity
(<1.5 miles)
☒ Other:
__Metropolitan
Council System
Statement
__________
☐ Not
applicable
☒
Additional
data is
needed to
establish
☐ See
report:
__________
_
☐ No data
available
☐ Other:
__________
_
☐Not
applicable
☐ Change
groundwater
pumping
☒ Increase
conservation
☐ Other:
___________
☐Not
applicable
☒ Newly
collected data
will be
analyzed
☐ Regular
check-in with
these
partners:
___________
_
☒ Other:
Consult with
MN DNR
Hydrologist
___________
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Resource
Type
Resource
Name
Risk Risk Assessed
Through *
Describe
Resource
Protection
Threshold
or Goal *
Mitigation
Measures or
Management
Plan
Describe How
Thresholds or
Goals are
Monitored
☒ Calcareous
fen
Name:
Savage Fen.
The Savage
Fen Scientific
and Natural
Area is
located within
5 miles of
Prior Lake and
its wells.
☐ None
anticipated
☐ Flow/water
level decline
☐ Degrading
water quality
trends
☒ Impacts on
endangered,
threatened, or
special
concern
species
habitat
☐ Other:
☐ Geologic
atlas or other
mapping
☐ Modeling
☐ Monitoring
☐ Aquifer
testing
☐WRAPS or
other
watershed
Report
☒Proximity
(<5 miles)
☒ Other: Met
Council Master
Water Supply
Plan and
System
statement
show a
calcareous fen
and indicates a
potential
impact to the
feature from
groundwater
pumping. See
Appendix 12 for
info.
☐ Not
applicable
☒
Additional
data is
needed to
establish
☐ See
report:
__________
_
☐ Other:
☐Not
applicable
☐ Change
groundwater
pumping
☐ Increase
conservation
☒ Other:
Evaluate
options with
DNR
hydrologist if
there is a
concern of
habitat
reduction
caused by
well pumping.
☐Not
applicable
☒ Newly
collected data
will be
analyzed
☐ Regular
check-in with
these
partners:
_______
☒ Other:
_Consult with
MN DNR
Hydrologist__
________
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Resource
Type
Resource
Name
Risk Risk Assessed
Through *
Describe
Resource
Protection
Threshold
or Goal *
Mitigation
Measures or
Management
Plan
Describe How
Thresholds or
Goals are
Monitored
☒ Lake
Lower and
Upper Prior
Lake, Mystic
Lake, Haas
Lake, and
Spring Lake
☐ None
anticipated
☒ Flow/water
level decline
☒ Degrading
water quality
trends
☐ Impacts on
endangered,
threatened, or
special
concern
species
habitat
☐ Other:
___________
☐ Geologic
atlas or other
mapping
☐ Modeling
☐ Monitoring
☐ Aquifer
testing
☐WRAPS or
other
watershed
report
☒Proximity
(<1.5 miles)
☒ Other: Met
Council
System
Statement
Figure 3
shows that
spring lake
and upper
prior lake
recharge
aquifers and
lower prior
lake receives
and
discharges
groundwater
.
☐ Not
applicable
☒
Additional
data is
needed to
establish
☐ See
report:
__________
_
☒ Other:
Low level on
lake
impacting
recreational
boating and
other
activities.
☐Not
applicable
☐ Change
groundwater
pumping
☐ Increase
conservation
☒ Other:
Evaluate
alternatives
with DNR
☐Not
applicable
☒ Newly
collected data
will be
analyzed
☒ Regular
check-in with
these
partners: MN
DNR
hydrologist__
____
☐ Other:
___________
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Resource
Type
Resource
Name
Risk Risk Assessed
Through *
Describe
Resource
Protection
Threshold
or Goal *
Mitigation
Measures or
Management
Plan
Describe How
Thresholds or
Goals are
Monitored
☒ Wetland
All wetlands
within 1.5
miles of a
municipal
supply well
and all public
water
wetlands (e.g.
Jeffers Pond,
Jeffers Fish
Pond)
☐ None
anticipated
☒ Flow/water
level decline
☒ Degrading
water quality
trends
☐ Impacts on
endangered,
threatened, or
special
concern
species
habitat
☐ Other:
___________
☐ Geologic
atlas or other
mapping
☐ Modeling
☐ Modeling
☐ Monitoring
☐ Aquifer
testing
☐WRAPS or
other
watershed
report
☒Proximity
(<1.5 miles)
☐ Other:
_________
☐ Not
applicable
☒
Additional
data is
needed to
establish
☐ See
report:
__________
_
☐ Other:
__________
_
☐Not
applicable
☐ Change
groundwater
pumping
☒ Increase
conservation
☐ Other:
___________
☐Not
applicable
☐ Newly
collected data
will be
analyzed
☒ Regular
check-in with
these
partners: If
the risk noted
is observed or
recorded in a
technical
report, then
discuss
findings with
MN
DNR._______
_____
☐ Other:
___________
☒ Trout
stream
Eagle Creek
(mapped
within 5 miles
of Prior Lake)
☐ None
anticipated
☒ Flow/water
level decline
☐ Degrading
water quality
trends
☐ Impacts on
endangered,
threatened, or
special
concern
species
habitat
☐ Other:
___________
☐ Geologic
atlas or other
mapping
☐ Modeling
☐ Monitoring
☐ Aquifer
testing
☐WRAPS or
other
watershed
report
☒Proximity
(< 5 miles)
☐ Other: Met
Council Master
Water Supply
Plan notes a
trout stream is
mapped nearby
and there is a
potential for
impact from
groundwater
pumping. See
appendix 12.
☐ Not
applicable
☒
Additional
data is
needed to
establish
☐ See
report:
__________
_
☐ Other:
__________
_
☐Not
applicable
☐ Change
groundwater
pumping
☐ Increase
conservation
☒ Other:
Consult with
DNR and
evaluate to
see if well
pumping is
affecting trout
stream
habitat.___
☐Not
applicable
☒ Newly
collected data
will be
analyzed
☒ Regular
check-in with
these
partners: MN
DNR
☐ Other:
___________
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Resource
Type
Resource
Name
Risk Risk Assessed
Through *
Describe
Resource
Protection
Threshold
or Goal *
Mitigation
Measures or
Management
Plan
Describe How
Thresholds or
Goals are
Monitored
☒ Aquifer
Jordan/Prairie
du-Chien
☐ None
anticipated
☒ Flow/water
level decline
☒ Degrading
water quality
trends
☐ Impacts on
endangered,
threatened, or
special
concern
species
habitat
☐ Other:
___________
☐ Geologic
atlas or other
mapping
☐ Modeling
☒ Monitoring
☒ Aquifer
testing
☐Proximity
(obwell < 5
miles)
☐ Other:
___________
☐ Not
applicable
☐
Additional
data is
needed to
establish
☐ See
report:
__________
_
☒ Other:
Water level
in aquifer
continues to
decline
reducing
capacity of
the wells.
Water level
drops to
more than
half the
available
head of the
well.
☐Not
applicable
☐ Change
groundwater
pumping
☒ Increase
conservation
☒ Other:
Consult MN
DNR area
Hydrologist_
☐Not
applicable
☒ Newly
collected data
will be
analyzed
☒ Regular
check-in with
these
partners: MN
DNR and MN
Department
of
Health_____
☒ Other:
Monitoring of
well water
levels and
analysis of
data.
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Resource
Type
Resource
Name
Risk Risk Assessed
Through *
Describe
Resource
Protection
Threshold
or Goal *
Mitigation
Measures or
Management
Plan
Describe How
Thresholds or
Goals are
Monitored
☒ Aquifer
Tunnel City
Wonewoc
(wells 7 and 9)
☐ None
anticipated
☒ Flow/water
level decline
☒ Degrading
water quality
trends
☐ Impacts on
endangered,
threatened, or
special
concern
species
habitat
☐ Other:
___________
☐ Geologic
atlas or other
mapping
☐ Modeling
☒ Monitoring
☐ Aquifer
testing
☐Proximity
(obwell < 5
miles)
☐ Other:
___________
☐ Not
applicable
☐
Additional
data is
needed to
establish
☐ See
report:
__________
_
☒ Other:
Water level
in aquifer
continues to
decline
reducing
capacity of
the wells.
Water level
drops to
more than
half the
available
head of the
well.
☐Not
applicable
☐ Change
groundwater
pumping
☒ Increase
conservation
☒ Other:
Consult MN
DNR area
Hy drologist_
☐Not
applicable
☒ Newly
collected data
will be
analyzed
☒ Regular
check-in with
these
partners: MN
DNR and MN
Department
of
Health_____
☒ Other:
Monitoring of
well water
levels and
analysis of
data.
Wellhead Protection (WHP) and Source Water Protection (SWP) Plans
Complete Table 11 to provide status information about WHP and SWP plans.
The emergency procedures in this plan are intended to comply with the contingency plan provisions
required in the Minnesota Department of Health’s (MDH) Wellhead Protection (WHP) Plan and Surface
Water Protection (SWP) Plan.
Table 11. Status of Wellhead Protection and Source Water Protection Plans
Plan Type Status Date Adopted Date for Update
WHP ☒ In Process
☐ Completed
☐ Not Applicable
Phase 1 – Adopted in 2016
Phase 2 – Anticipated
Adoption date is in 2017
Phase 1 – Anticipated 2026
Phase 2 – Anticipated 2027
SWP ☐ In Process
☐ Completed
☒ Not Applicable
N/A N/A
WHP – Wellhead Protection Plan SWP – Source Water Protection Plan
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F. Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
Please note that any wells that received approval under a ten-year permit, but that were not built, are
now expired and must submit a water appropriations permit.
Adequacy of Water Supply System
Complete Table 12 with information about the adequacy of wells and/or intakes, storage facilities,
treatment facilities, and distribution systems to sustain current and projected demands. List planned
capital improvements for any system components, in chronological order. Communities in the seven -
county Twin Cities metropolitan area should also include information about plans through 2040.
The assessment can be the general status by category; it is not necessary to identify every single well,
storage facility, treatment facility, lift station, and mile of pipe.
Please attach your latest Capital Improvement Plan as Appendix 4.
Table 12. Adequacy of Water Supply System
System Component Planned action Anticipated
Construction
Year
Notes
Wells/Intakes ☐ No action planned - adequate
☐ Repair/replacement
☒ Expansion/addition
When future
demand
justify
additional
wells
Additional wells
are needed to
meet demand
Water Storage Facilities ☒ No action planned - adequate
☐ Repair/replacement
☐ Expansion/addition
Water Treatment Facilities ☒ No action planned – adequate
☐ Repair/replacement
☐ Expansion/addition
Distribution Systems
(Pipes, valves, etc.)
☐ No action planned - adequate
☒ Repair/replacement
☒ Expansion/addition
After 2017 Replace and
repair aging
watermains and
meters and the
addition of
watermain and
meters in new
developments
Pressure Zones ☐ No action planned - adequate
☐ Repair/replacement
☒ Expansion/addition
2018 Addition of the
Summit Preserve
Booster Station
Other: ☐ No action planned - adequate
☐ Repair/replacement
☐ Expansion/addition
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Proposed Future Water Sources
Complete Table 13 to identify new water source installation planned over the next ten years. Add rows
to the table as needed.
Table 13. Proposed future installations/sources
Source Installation
Location
(approximate)
Resource
Name
Proposed
Pumping
Capacity (gpm)
Planned
Installation Year
Planned
Partnerships
Groundwater Unknown at this
time
Well 10 1,000 – 1,500
gpm
When future
demands justify
None – City will
coordinate with
MN DNR and
apply for all
necessary
applications
(such as the
Well
Construction
Preliminary
Assessment
application)
prior to starting
work on a new
well.
Surface Water N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
Interconnection
to another
supplier
N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
Water Source Alternatives - Key Metropolitan Council Benchmark
Do you anticipate the need for alternative water sources in the next 10 years? Yes ☐ No ☒
For metro communities, will you need alternative water sources by the year 2040? Yes ☐ No ☒
If you answered yes for either question, then complete table 14. If no, insert NA.
Complete Table 14 by checking the box next to alternative approaches that your community is
considering, including approximate locations (if known), the estimated amount of future demand that
could be met through the approach, the estimated timeframe to implement the approach, potential
partnerships, and the major benefits and challenges of the approach. Add rows to the table as needed.
For communities in the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area, these alternatives should include
approaches the community is considering to meet projected 2040 water demand.
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Table 14. Alternative water sources
Alternative Source
Considered
Source and/or
Installation
Location
(approximate)
Estimated
Amount of
Future
Demand (%)
Timeframe
to
Implement
(YYYY)
Potential
Partners
Benefits Challenges
☐ Groundwater NA NA NA NA NA NA
☐ Surface Water NA NA NA NA NA NA
☐ Reclaimed stormwater NA NA NA NA NA NA
☐ Reclaimed wastewater NA NA NA NA NA NA
☐ Interconnection to
another supplier
NA NA NA NA NA NA
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PART 2. EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS PROCEDURES
The emergency preparedness procedures outlined in this plan are intended to comply with the
contingency plan provisions required by MDH in the WHP and SWP. Water emergencies can occur as a
result of vandalism, sabotage, accidental contamination, mechanical problems, power failings, drought,
flooding, and other natural disasters. The purpose of emergency planning is to develop emergency
response procedures and to identify actions needed to improve emergency preparedness. In the case of
a municipality, these procedures should be in support of, and part of, an all-hazard emergency
operations plan. Municipalities that already have written procedures dealing with water emergencies
should review the following information and update existing procedures to address these water supply
protection measures.
A. Emergency Response Plan
Section 1433(b) of the Safe Drinking Water Act, (Public Law 107-188, Title IV- Drinking Water Security
and Safety) requires community water suppliers serving over 3,300 people to prepare an Emergency
Response Plan. MDH recommends that Emergency Response Plans are updated annually.
Do you have an Emergency Response Plan? Yes ☒ No ☐
Have you updated the Emergency Response Plan in the last year? Yes ☒ No ☐
When did you last update your Emergency Response Plan? August 2016
Complete Table 15 by inserting the noted information regarding your completed Emergency Response
Plan.
Table 15. Emergency Response Plan contact information
Emergency Response Plan Role Contact
Person
Contact Phone
Number
Contact Email
Emergency Response Lead JASON WEDEL (952) 447 – 9890 JWEDEL@CITYOFPRIORLAKE.COM
Alternate Emergency Response
Lead
JAKE THEISEN (952) 440 – 9678 JTHEISEN@CITYOFPRIORLAKE.COM
B. Operational Contingency Plan
All utilities should have a written operational contingency plan that describes measures to be taken for
water supply mainline breaks and other common system failures as well as routine maintenance.
Do you have a written operational contingency plan? Yes ☒ No ☐
At a minimum, a water supplier should prepare and maintain an emergency contact list of contractors
and suppliers.
C. Emergency Response Procedures
Water suppliers must meet the requirements of MN Rules 4720.5280. Accordingly, the Minnesota
Department of Natural Resources (DNR) requires public water suppliers serving more than 1,000 people
to submit Emergency and Conservation Plans. Water emergency and conservation plans that have been
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approved by the DNR, under provisions of Minnesota Statute 186 and Minnesota Rules, part 6115.0770,
will be considered equivalent to an approved WHP contingency plan.
Emergency Telephone List
Prepare and attach a list of emergency contacts, including the MN Duty Officer (1-800-422-0798), as
Appendix 5. An Emergency Contact List template is available at the MnDNR Water Supply Plans
webpage.
The list should include key utility and community personnel, contacts in adjacent water suppliers, and
appropriate local, state and federal emergency contacts. Please be sure to verify and update the
contacts on the emergency telephone list and date it. Thereafter, update on a regular basis (once a year
is recommended). In the case of a municipality, this information should be contained in a notification
and warning standard operating procedure maintained by the Emergency Manager for that community.
Responsibilities and services for each contact should be defined.
Current Water Sources and Service Area
Quick access to concise and detailed information on water sources, water treatment, and the
distribution system may be needed in an emergency. System operation and maintenance records should
be maintained in secured central and back-up locations so that the records are accessible for emergency
purposes. A detailed map of the system showing the treatment plants, water sources, storage facilities,
supply lines, interconnections, and other information that would be useful in an emergency should also
be readily available. It is critical that public water supplier representatives and emergency response
personnel communicate about the response procedures and be able to easily obtain this kind of
information both in electronic and hard copy formats (in case of a power outage).
Do records and maps exist? Yes ☒ No ☐
Can staff access records and maps from a central secured location in the event of an emergency ?
Yes ☒ No ☐
Does the appropriate staff know where the materials are located?
Yes ☒ No ☐
Procedure for Augmenting Water Supplies
Complete Tables 16 – 17 by listing all available sources of water that can be used to augment or replace
existing sources in an emergency. Add rows to the tables as needed.
In the case of a municipality, this information should be contained in a notification and warning
standard operating procedure maintained by the warning point for that community. Municipalities are
encouraged to execute cooperative agreements for potential emergency water services and copies
should be included in Appendix 6. Outstate Communities may consider using nearby high capacity wells
(industry, golf course) as emergency water sources.
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WSP should include information on any physical or chemical problems that may limit interconnections
to other sources of water. Approvals from the MDH are required for interconnections or the reuse of
water.
Table 16. Interconnections with other water supply systems to supply water in an emergency
Other Water
Supply System
Owner
Capacity (GPM &
MGD)
Note Any
Limitations On Use
List of services, equipment, supplies
available to respond
Shakopee
Mdewakanton
Sioux Community
833 GPM & 1.2 MGD NONE USED TO SUPPLY WATER
Savage (City) 694 GPM & 1 MGD NON USED TO SUPPLY WATER
GPM – Gallons per minute MGD – million gallons per day
Table 17. Utilizing surface water as an alternative source
Surface Water
Source Name
Capacity
(GPM)
Capacity
(MGD)
Treatment Needs Note Any Limitations
On Use
None N/A N/A N/A N/A
If not covered above, describe additional emergency measures for providing water (obtaining bottled
water, or steps to obtain National Guard services, etc.)
Provide bottled water
Allocation and Demand Reduction Procedures
Complete Table 18 by adding information about how decisions will be made to allocate water and
reduce demand during an emergency. Provide information for each customer category, including its
priority ranking, average day demand, and demand reduction potential for each customer category.
Modify the customer categories as needed, and add additional lines if necessary.
Water use categories should be prioritized in a way that is consistent with Minnesota Statutes 103G.261
(#1 is highest priority) as follows:
1. Water use for human needs such as cooking, cleaning, drinking, washing and waste disposal; use
for on-farm livestock watering; and use for power production that meets contingency
requirements.
2. Water use involving consumption of less than 10,000 gallons per day (usually from private wells
or surface water intakes)
3. Water use for agricultural irrigation and processing of agricultural products involving
consumption of more than 10,000 gallons per day (usually from private high-capacity wells or
surface water intakes)
4. Water use for power production above the use provided for in the contingency plan.
5. All other water use involving consumption of more than 10,000 gallons per day.
6. Nonessential uses – car washes, golf courses, etc.
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Water used for human needs at hospitals, nursing homes and similar types of facilities should be
designated as a high priority to be maintained in an emergency. Lower priority uses will need to address
water used for human needs at other types of facilities such as hotels, office buildings, and
manufacturing plants. The volume of water and other types of water uses at these facilities must be
carefully considered. After reviewing the data, common sense should dictate local allocation priorities to
protect domestic requirements over certain types of economic needs. Water use for lawn sprinkling,
vehicle washing, golf courses, and recreation are legislatively considered non-essential.
Table 18. Water use priorities
Customer Category Allocation
Priority
Average Daily
Demand (GPD)
Short-Term Emergency Demand
Reduction Potential (GPD)
Residential 1 1,650,000 660,000
Commercial/Institutional/Industrial 2 130,000 52,000
Wholesale 3 3,000 3,000
Non-Essential 4 10,000 10,000
TOTAL NA 1,793,000 725,000
GPD – Gallons per Day
Tip: Calculating Emergency Demand Reduction Potential
The emergency demand reduction potential for all uses will typically equal the difference between
maximum use (summer demand) and base use (winter demand). In extreme emergency situations,
lower priority water uses must be restricted or eliminated to protect priority domestic water
requirements. Emergency demand reduction potential should be based on average day demands for
customer categories within each priority class. Use the tables in Part 3 on water conservation to help
you determine strategies.
Complete Table 19 by selecting the triggers and actions during water supply disruption conditions.
Table 19. Emergency demand reduction conditions, triggers and actions (Select all that may apply and describe)
Emergency Triggers Short-term Actions Long-term Actions
☒ Contamination
☒ Loss of production
☒ Infrastructure failure
☒ Executive order by
Governor
☐ Other: _____________
☒ Supply augmentation through
Emergency interconnection with
SMSC and Savage
☒ Adopt (if not already) and
enforce a critical water
deficiency ordinance to penalize
lawn watering, vehicle washing,
golf course and park irrigation &
other nonessential uses.
☐ Water allocation through____
☐ Meet with large water users to
discuss their contingency plan.
☒ Supply augmentation through
Emergency interconnection with
SMSC and Savage
☒ Adopt (if not already) and
enforce a critical water
deficiency ordinance to penalize
lawn watering, vehicle washing,
golf course and park irrigation &
other nonessential uses.
☐ Water allocation through____
☒ Meet with large water users to
discuss their contingency plan.
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Notification Procedures
Complete Table 20 by selecting trigger for informing customers regarding conservation requests, water
use restrictions, and suspensions; notification frequencies; and partners that may assist in the
notification process. Add rows to the table as needed.
Table 20. Plan to inform customers regarding conservation requests, water use restrictions, and suspensions
Notification
Trigger(s)
Methods (select all that apply) Update
Frequency
Partners
☒ Short-term
demand reduction
declared (< 1
year)
☒ Website
☐ Email list serve
☒ Social media (e.g. Twitter,
Facebook)
☐ Direct customer mailing,
☐ Press release (TV, radio,
newspaper),
☒ Meeting with large water users
(> 10% of total city use)
☐ Other: ________
☐ Daily
☐ Weekly
☒ Monthly
☐ Annually
☒ Long-term
Ongoing demand
reduction
declared
☒ Website
☐ Email list serve
☒ Social media (e.g. Twitter,
Facebook)
☐ Direct customer mailing,
☒ Press release (TV, radio,
newspaper),
☒ Meeting with large water users
(> 10% of total city use)
☐ Other: ________
☐ Daily
☐ Weekly
☒ Monthly
☐ Annually
☒ Governor’s critical
water deficiency
declared
☒ Website
☐ Email list serve
☒ Social media (e.g. Twitter,
Facebook)
☐ Direct customer mailing,
☒ Press release (TV, radio,
newspaper),
☒ Meeting with large water users
(> 10% of total city use)
☐ Other: ________
☐ Daily
☐ Weekly
☒ Monthly
☐ Annually
Enforcement
Prior to a water emergency, municipal water suppliers must adopt regulations that restrict water use
and outline the enforcement response plan. The enforcement response plan must outline how
conditions will be monitored to know when enforcement actions are triggered, what enforcement tools
will be used, who will be responsible for enforcement, and what timelines for corrective actions will be
expected.
Affected operations, communications, and enforcement staff must then be trained to rapidly implement
those provisions during emergency conditions.
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Important Note:
Disregard of critical water deficiency orders, even though total appropriation remains less than
permitted, is adequate grounds for immediate modification of a public water supply authority’s water
use permit (2013 MN Statutes 103G.291)
Does the city have a critical water deficiency restriction/official control in place that includes
provisions to restrict water use and enforce the restrictions? (This restriction may be an ordinance ,
rule, regulation, policy under a council directive, or other official control) Yes ☒ No ☐
If yes, attach the official control document to this WSP as Appendix 7.
If no, the municipality must adopt such an official control within 6 months of submitting this WSP and
submit it to the DNR as an amendment to this WSP.
Irrespective of whether a critical water deficiency control is in place, does the public water supply
utility, city manager, mayor, or emergency manager have standing authority to implement water
restrictions? Yes ☒ No ☐
If yes, cite the regulatory authority reference: City Manager
If no, who has authority to implement water use restrictions in an emergency?
N/A
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PART 3. WATER CONSERVATION PLAN
Minnesotans have historically benefited from the
state’s abundant water supplies, reducing the need
for conservation. There are however, limits to the
available supplies of water and increasing threats to
the quality of our drinking water. Causes of water
supply limitation may include: population increases,
economic trends, uneven statewide availability of
groundwater, climatic changes, and degraded water
quality. Examples of threats to drinking water quality
include: the presence of contaminant plumes from
past land use activities, exceedances of water quality
standards from natural and human sources,
contaminants of emerging concern, and increasing
pollutant trends from nonpoint sources.
There are many incentives for conserving water; conservation:
• reduces the potential for pumping-induced transfer of contaminants into the deeper aquifers,
which can add treatment costs
• reduces the need for capital projects to expand system capacity
• reduces the likelihood of water use conflicts, like well interference, aquatic habitat loss, and
declining lake levels
• conserves energy, because less energy is needed to extract, treat and distribute water (and less
energy production also conserves water since water is used to produce energy)
• maintains water supplies that can then be available during times of drought
It is therefore imperative that water suppliers implement water conservation plans. The first step in
water conservation is identifying opportunities for behavioral or engineering changes that could be
made to reduce water use by conducting a thorough analysis of:
• Water use by customer
• Extraction, treatment, distribution and irrigation system efficiencies
• Industrial processing system efficiencies
• Regulatory and barriers to conservation
• Cultural barriers to conservation
• Water reuse opportunities
Once accurate data is compiled, water suppliers can set achievable goals for reducing water use. A
successful water conservation plan follows a logical sequence of events. The plan should address both
conservation on the supply side (leak detection and repairs, metering), as well as on the demand side
(reductions in usage). Implementation should be conducted in phases, starting with the most obvious
and lowest-cost options. In some cases, one of the early steps will be reviewing regulatory constraints to
water conservation, such as lawn irrigation requirements. Outside funding and grants may be available
for implementation of projects. Engage water system operators and maintenance staff and customers
in brainstorming opportunities to reduce water use. Ask the question: “How can I help save water?”
Priority 1:
Significant
water
reduction; low
cost
Priority 2: Slight
water
reduction, low
costs (low
hanging fruit)
Priority 2:
Significant
water
reduction;
significant costs
Priority 3: Slight
water
reduction,
significant costs
(do only if
necessary)
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Progress since 2006
Is this your community’s first Water Supply Plan? Yes ☐ No ☒
If yes, describe conservation practices that you are already implementing, such as: pricing, system
improvements, education, regulation, appliance retrofitting, enforcement, etc.
N/A
If no, complete Table 21 to summarize conservation actions taken since the adoption of the 2006 water
supply plan.
Table 21. Implementation of previous ten-year Conservation Plan
2006 Plan Commitments Action Taken?
Change water rates structure to provide conservation pricing ☒ Yes
☐ No
Water supply system improvements (e.g. leak repairs, valve replacements, etc.) ☒ Yes
☐ No
Educational efforts ☒ Yes
☐ No
New water conservation ordinances ☒ Yes
☐ No
Rebate or retrofitting Program (e.g. for toilet, faucets, appliances, showerheads, dish
washers, washing machines, irrigation systems, rain barrels, water softeners, etc.
☒ Yes
☐ No
Enforcement
☒ Yes
☐ No
Describe other ☐ Yes
☐ No
What are the results you have seen from the actions in Table 21 and how were results measured ?
Since conservation pricing has been implemented, there has been a decrease in average and peak day
demands.
A. Triggers for Allocation and Demand Reduction Actions
Complete table 22 by checking each trigger below, as appropriate, and the actions to be taken at various
levels or stages of severity. Add in additional rows to the table as needed.
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Table 22. Short and long-term demand reduction conditions, triggers and actions
Objective Triggers Actions
Protect surface water flows ☒ Low stream flow conditions
☒ Reports of declining
wetland and lake levels
☐ Other: ______________
☒ Increase promotion of conservation
measures
☐ Other: ____________
Short-term demand reduction
(less than 1 year
☒ Extremely high seasonal
water demand (more than
double winter demand)
☒ Loss of treatment capacity
☒ Lack of water in storage
☒ State drought plan
☒ Well interference
☐ Other:
___________________
☒ Adopt (if not already) and enforce the
critical water deficiency ordinance to
restrict or prohibit lawn watering,
vehicle washing, golf course and park
irrigation & other nonessential uses.
☒ Supply augmentation through: SMSC
and Savage interconnections.
☐ Water allocation through____
☐ Meet with large water users to discuss
user’s contingency plan.
Long-term demand reduction
(>1 year)
☒ Per capita demand
increasing
☒ Total demand increase
(higher population or more
industry). Water level in
well(s) below elevation of
half of available head
conditions
☐ Other: _____________
☒ Develop a critical water deficiency
ordinance that is or can be quickly
adopted to penalize lawn watering,
vehicle washing, golf course and park
irrigation & other nonessential uses.
☐ Enact a water waste ordinance that
targets overwatering (causing water to
flow off the landscape into streets,
parking lots, or similar), watering
impervious surfaces (streets, driveways
or other hardscape areas), and
negligence of known leaks, breaks, or
malfunctions.
☒ Meet with large water users to discuss
user’s contingency plan.
☒ Enhanced monitoring and reporting:
audits, meters, billing, etc.
Governor’s “Critical Water
Deficiency Order” declared
☒ Per capita demand is
increasing and there is limited
water supply. Water supply
wells cannot meet peak day
demands.
☒ Supplement water supply through SMSC
and Savage interconnections. Enforce
water restriction ordinances and restrict
non-essential water usage if possible.
B. Conservation Objectives and Strategies – Key benchmark for DNR
This section establishes water conservation objectives and strategies for eight major areas of water use.
Objective 1: Reduce Unaccounted (Non-Revenue) Water loss to Less than 10%
The Minnesota Rural Water Association, the Metropolitan Council and the Department of Natural
Resources recommend that all water uses be metered. Metering can help identify high use locations
and times, along with leaks within buildings that have multiple meters.
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It is difficult to quantify specific unmetered water use such as that associated with firefighting and
system flushing or system leaks. Typically, water suppliers subtract metered water use from total water
pumped to calculate unaccounted or non-revenue water loss.
Is your ten-year average (2007-20 16) unaccounted Water Use in Table 2 higher than 10%?
Yes ☐ No ☒
What is your leak detection monitoring schedule? (e.g. Monitor 1/3rd of the city lines per year)
Monitor 1/3 of the city lines per year
Water Audits - are designed to help quantify and track water losses associated with water distribution
systems and identify areas for improved efficiency and cost recovery. The American Water Works
Association (AWWA) has a recommended water audit methodology which is presented in AWWA’s M36
Manual of Water Supply Practices: Water Audits and Loss Control Programs. AWWA also provides a free
spreadsheet-based water audit tool that water suppliers can use to conduct their own water audits. This
free water audit tool can be found on AWWA’s Water Loss Control webpage. Another resource for
water audit and water loss control information is Minnesota Rural Water Association.
What is the date of your most recent water audit ? 2016
Frequency of water audits: ☒ yearly ☐ other (specify frequency) ________
Leak detection and survey: ☒ every year ☐ every other year ☐ periodic as needed
Year last leak detection survey completed: 2016
If Table 2 shows annual water losses over 10% or an increasing trend over time, describe what actions
will be taken to reach the <10% loss objective and within what timeframe
Table 2 indicates water losses are less than 10% per year.
Metering -AWWA recommends that every water supplier install meters to account for all water taken
into its system, along with all water distributed from its system at each customer’s point of service. An
effective metering program relies upon periodic performance testing, repair, maintenance or
replacement of all meters. Drinking Water Revolving Loan Funds are available for purchase of new
meters when new plants are built. AWWA also recommends that water suppliers conduct regular water
audits to account for unmetered unbilled consumption, metered unbilled consumption and source
water and customer metering inaccuracies. Some cities install separate meters for interior and exterior
water use, but some research suggests that this may not result in water conservation.
Complete Table 23 by adding the requested information regarding the number, types, testing and
maintenance of customer meters.
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Table 23. Information about customer meters
Customer
Category
Number of
Customers
Number of
Metered
Connections
Number of
Automated
Meter
Readers
Meter testing
intervals
(years)
Average
age/meter
replacement
schedule (years
Residential 8,380 8,380 8,380 As needed Variable / As needed
Irrigation meters 117 117 117 As needed Variable / As needed
Institutional 38 38 38 As needed Variable / As needed
Commercial 145 145 145 As needed Variable / As needed
Industrial 0 0 0 As needed Variable / As needed
Public facilities 18 18 18 As needed Variable / As needed
Other 9 9 9 As needed Variable / As needed
TOTALS 8,707 8,707 8,707 NA NA
For unmetered systems, describe any plans to install meters or replace current meters with advanced
technology meters. Provide an estimate of the cost to implement the plan and the projected water
savings from implementing the plan.
N/A
Table 24. Water source meters
Location Number of
Meters
Meter testing
schedule
(years)
Number of Automated
Meter Readers
Average age/meter
replacement schedule (years
Water source
(wells/intakes)
10 As needed 10 Variable / Check meters
yearly and Replacement is as
needed
Treatment plant 3 As needed 3 < 10 years / Check meters
yearly and Replacement is as
needed
Objective 2: Achieve Less than 75 Residential Gallons per Capita Demand (GPCD)
The 2002 average residential per capita demand in the Twin Cities Metropolitan area was 75 gallons per
capita per day.
Is your average 2011-2016 residential per capita water demand in Table 2 more than 75? Yes ☐ No ☒
What was your 201 1 – 2016 five-year average residential per capita water demand? 68 g/person/day
Describe the water use trend over that timeframe:
Residential water demand decreased from 71 gpcd in 2011 to 62.7 gpcd in 2016. From 2014 through 2015,
residential per capita demand has been flat around 62.5 gpcd. This trend follows the same trend as the total per
capita demand. Overall, residential per capita demand has remained low and is projected to stay approximately at
60 – 65 gpcd for future demands.
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Complete Table 25 by checking which strategies you will use to continue reducing residential per capita
demand and project a likely timeframe for completing each checked strategy (Select all that apply and
add rows for additional strategies):
Table 25. Strategies and timeframe to reduce residential per capita demand
Strategy to reduce residential per capita demand Timeframe for completing work
☒ Revise city ordinances/codes to encourage or require water
efficient landscaping.
As needed or determined during water audits
☐ Revise city ordinance/codes to permit water reuse options,
especially for non-potable purposes like irrigation,
groundwater recharge, and industrial use. Check with
plumbing authority to see if internal buildings reuse is
permitted
☒ Revise ordinances to limit irrigation. Describe the restricted
irrigation plan: odd – even sprinkling ban
Current ordinance enforces odd – even
sprinkling ban.
☐ Revise outdoor irrigation installations codes to require high
efficiency systems (e.g. those with soil moisture sensors or
programmable watering areas) in new installations or system
replacements.
☒ Make water system infrastructure improvements As needed to improve infrastructure
☐ Offer free or reduced cost water use audits) for residential
customers.
☐ Implement a notification system to inform customers when
water availability conditions change.
☐ Provide rebates or incentives for installing water efficient
appliances and/or fixtures indoors (e.g., low flow toilets, high
efficiency dish washers and washing machines, showerhead
and faucet aerators, water softeners, etc.)
☒ Provide rebates or incentives to reduce outdoor water use
(e.g., turf replacement/reduction, rain gardens, rain barrels,
smart irrigation, outdoor water use meters, etc.)
Water re-use grant which is currently in place
☐ Identify supplemental Water Resources
☒ Conduct audience-appropriate water conservation education
and outreach.
Currently conducted during public events and
during facility tours at the WTF
☐ Describe other plans
Objective 3: Achieve at least 1.5% annual reduction in non-residential per capita water use
(For each of the next ten years, or a 15% total reduction over ten years.) This includes commercial,
institutional, industrial and agricultural water users.
Complete Table 26 by checking which strategies you will used to continue reducing non-residential
customer use demand and project a likely timeframe for completing each checked strategy (add rows
for additional strategies).
Where possible, substitute recycled water used in one process for reuse in another. (For example, spent
rinse water can often be reused in a cooling tower.) Keep in mind the true cost of water is the amount
on the water bill PLUS the expenses to heat, cool, treat, pump, and dispose of/discharge the water.
Don’t just calculate the initial investment. Many conservation retrofits that appear to be prohibitively
expensive are actually very cost-effective when amortized over the life of the equipment. Often
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reducing water use also saves electrical and other utility costs. Note: as of 2015, water reuse, and is not
allowed by the state plumbing code, M.R. 4715 (a variance is needed). However , several state agencies
are addressing this issue.
Table 26. Strategies and timeframe to reduce institutional, commercial industrial, and agricultural and non-revenue use
demand
Strategy to reduce total business, industry, agricultural demand Timeframe for completing work
☐ Conduct a facility water use audit for both indoor and outdoor
use, including system components
☒ Install enhanced meters capable of automated readings to
detect spikes in consumption
Currently utilized
☐ Compare facility water use to related industry benchmarks, if
available (e.g., meat processing, dairy, fruit and vegetable,
beverage, textiles, paper/pulp, metals, techn ology, petroleum
refining etc.)
☐ Install water conservation fixtures and appliances or change
processes to conserve water
☒ Repair leaking system components (e.g., pipes, valves) As needed
☐ Investigate the reuse of reclaimed water (e.g., stormwater,
wastewater effluent, process wastewater, etc.)
☐ Reduce outdoor water use (e.g., turf replacement/reduction,
rain gardens, rain barrels, smart irrigation, outdoor water use
meters, etc.)
☐ Train employees how to conserve water
☐ Implement a notification system to inform non-residential
customers when water availability conditions change.
☐ Nonpotable rainwater catchment systems intended to supply
uses such as water closets, urinals, trap primers for floor
drains and floor sinks, industrial processes, water features,
vehicle washing facilities, cooling tower makeup, and similar
uses shall be approved by the commissioner. Plumbing code
4714.1702, Published October 31, 2016
☐ Describe other plans:
Objective 4: Achieve a Decreasing Trend in Total Per Capita Demand
Include as Appendix 8 one graph showing total per capita water demand for each customer category
(i.e., residential, institutional, commercial, industrial) from 2005-2016 and add the calculated/estimated
linear trend for the next 10 years.
Describe the trend for each customer category; explain the reason(s) for the trends, and where trends
are increasing.
Total water demands show a decreasing trend. Peaks during years of drought are evident. The total
demand decreased from an average greater than 100 gpcd prior to 2010, to an average of 90 gpcd from
2011 through 2016. The decrease in demand reflects water conservation efforts that the City has
implemented to reduce water demands. Future demands will most likely be linked to residential
demand trends. If the residential demand trends continue to decrease, the total demand will most
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likely decrease. This occurs because the residential demand makes up a majority of the water usage for
Prior Lake.
Residential water demand follows a similar trend to the total water demand. Because Prior Lake’s water
demand is mostly residential usage, this category drives the water demand trends. The residential
water usage is a decreasing trend. The average residential water usage prior to 2010 is above 70 gpcd
while from 2011 through 2016, the residential usage is less than 70 gpcd, with the exception of 2012
where a peak occurred most likely due to drought conditions. During drought conditions, residents tend
to more frequently water their lawn, which drives up the water usage. The decrease in residential
demand over the last 5 years, stems from an increase in water conservation education and changing the
utility billing to a tiered system that charges more for high water usage. The decreasing trend is
predicted slow, but is expected to continue over the next 10 years. It is anticipated that a demand
around 60.0 gpcd will be expected in 10 years.
Commercial/Institutional/Industrial water demand has remained flat over the last 10 years. This trend is
predicted to continue over the next 10 years with no plans to add a large commercial or industrial
development in the City.
Objective 5: Reduce Ratio of Maximum day (peak day) to the Average Day Demand to Less
Than 2.6
Is the ratio of average 2005-2016 maximum day demand to average 2005-2016 average day demand
reported in Table 2 more than 2.6? Yes ☐ No ☒
Calculate a ten-year average (2005 – 2014) of the ratio of maximum day demand to average day
demand: 2.52
The position of the DNR has been that a peak day/average day ratio that is above 2.6 for in summer
indicates that the water being used for irrigation by the residents in a community is too large and that
efforts should be made to reduce the peak day use by the community.
It should be noted that by reducing the peak day use, communities can also reduce the amount of
infrastructure that is required to meet the peak day use. This infrastructure includes new wells, new
water towers, which can be costly items.
Objective 6: Implement Demand Reduction Measures
Water Conservation Program
Municipal water suppliers serving over 1,000 people are required to adopt demand reduction measures
that include a conservation rate structure, or a uniform rate structure with a conservation program that
achieves demand reduction. These measures must achieve demand reduction in ways that reduce
water demand, water losses, peak water demands, and nonessential water uses. These measures must
be approved before a community may request well construction approval from the Department of
Health or before requesting an increase in water appropriations permit volume (Minnesota Statutes,
section 103G.291, subd. 3 and 4). Rates should be adjusted on a regular basis to ensure that revenue of
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the system is adequate under reduced demand scenarios. If a municipal water supplier intends to use a
Uniform Rate Structure, a community-wide Water Conservation Program that will achieve demand
reduction must be provided.
Current Water Rates
Include a copy of the actual rate structure in Appendix 9 or list current water rates including
base/service fees and volume charges below.
Volume included in base rate or service charge: 1,000 gallons or ____ cubic feet ___ other
Frequency of billing: ☐ Monthly ☒ Bimonthly ☐ Quarterly ☐ Other: _________________
Water Rate Evaluation Frequency: ☒ every year ☐ every ___ years ☐ no schedule
Date of last rate change: January 2017
Table 27. Rate structures for each customer category (Select all that apply and add additional rows as needed)
Customer
Category
Conservation Billing Strategies
in Use *
Conservation Neutral
Billing Strategies in Use **
Non-Conserving Billing
Strategies in Use ***
Residential ☒ Monthly billing
☒ Increasing block rates
(volume tiered rates)
☐ Seasonal rates
☐ Time of use rates
☒ Water bills reported in
gallons
☐ Individualized goal rates
☐ Excess use rates
☐ Drought surcharge
☐ Use water bill to provide
comparisons
☒ Service charge not based on
water volume
☐ Other (describe)
☐ Uniform
☒ Odd/even day watering
☐ Service charge based on water
volume
☐ Declining block
☐ Flat
☐ Other (describe)
Commercial/
Industrial/
Institutional
☐ Monthly billing
☒ Increasing block rates
(volume tiered rates)
☐ Seasonal rates
☐ Time of use rates
☒ Water bills reported in
gallons
☐ Individualized goal rates
☐ Excess use rates
☐ Drought surcharge
☐ Use water bill to provide
comparisons
☐ Service charge not based on
water volume
☐ Other (describe)
☐ Uniform ☐ Service charge based on water
volume
☐ Declining block
☐ Flat
☐ Other (describe)
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Customer
Category
Conservation Billing Strategies
in Use *
Conservation Neutral
Billing Strategies in Use **
Non-Conserving Billing
Strategies in Use ***
☐ Other
* Rate Structures components that may promote water conservation:
• Monthly billing: is encouraged to help people see their water usage so they can consider changing
behavior.
• Increasing block rates (also known as a tiered residential rate structure): Typically, these have at least
three tiers: should have at least three tiers.
o The first tier is for the winter average water use.
o The second tier is the year-round average use, which is lower than typical summer use . This rate
should be set to cover the full cost of service.
o The third tier should be above the average annual use and should be priced high enough to
encourage conservation, as should any higher tiers. For this to be effective, the difference in
block rates should be significant.
• Seasonal rate: higher rates in summer to reduce peak demands
• Time of Use rates: lower rates for off peak water use
• Bill water use in gallons: this allows customers to compare their use to average rates
• Individualized goal rates: typically used for industry, business or other large water users to promote
water conservation if they keep within agreed upon goals . Excess Use rates: if water use goes above an
agreed upon amount this higher rate is charged
• Drought surcharge: an extra fee is charged for guaranteed water use during drought
• Use water bill to provide comparisons: simple graphics comparing individual use over time or compare
individual use to others.
• Service charge or base fee that does not include a water volume – a base charge or fee to cover universal
city expenses that are not customer dependent and/or to provide minimal water at a lower rate (e.g., an
amount less than the average residential per capita demand for the water supplier for the last 5 years)
• Emergency rates -A community may have a separate conservation rate that only goes into effect when
the community or governor declares a drought emergency. These higher rates can help to protect the city
budgets during times of significantly less water usage.
**Conservation Neutral**
• Uniform rate: rate per unit used is the same regardless of the volume used
• Odd/even day watering –This approach reduces peak demand on a daily basis for system operation, but
it does not reduce overall water use.
*** Non-Conserving ***
• Service charge or base fee with water volume: an amount of water larger than the average residential
per capita demand for the water supplier for the last 5 years
• Declining block rate: the rate per unit used decreases as water use increases.
• Flat rate: one fee regardless of how much water is used (usually unmetered).
Provide justification for any conservation neutral or non-conserving rate structures. If intending to adopt
a conservation rate structure, include the timeframe to do so:
N/A
Objective 7: Additional strategies to Reduce Water Use and Support Wellhead Protection
Planning
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Development and redevelopment projects can provide additional water conservation opportunities,
such as the actions listed below. If a Uniform Rate Structure is in place, the water supplier must provide
a Water Conservation Program that includes at least two of the actions listed below. Check those actions
that you intent to implement within the next 10 years.
Table 28. Additional strategies to Reduce Water Use & Support Wellhead Protection
☐ Participate in the GreenStep Cities Program, including implementation of at least one of the 20
“Best Practices” for water
☐ Prepare a master plan for smart growth (compact urban growth that avoids sprawl)
☐ Prepare a comprehensive open space plan (areas for parks, green spaces, natural areas)
☒ Adopt a water use restriction ordinance (lawn irrigation, car washing, pools, etc.)
☒ Adopt an outdoor lawn irrigation ordinance
☐ Adopt a private well ordinance (private wells in a city must comply with water restrictions)
☒ Implement a stormwater management program
☐ Adopt non-zoning wetlands ordinance (can further protect wetlands beyond state/federal laws-
for vernal pools, buffer areas, restrictions on filling or alterations)
☐ Adopt a water offset program (primarily for new development or expansion)
☐ Implement a water conservation outreach program
☐ Hire a water conservation coordinator (part-time)
☐ Implement a rebate program for water efficient appliances, fixtures, or outdoor water
management
☐ Other
Objective 8: Tracking Success: How will you track or measure success through the next ten
years?
Monitor per capita demand as well as peak day demand to determine trends.
Tip: The process to monitor demand reduction and/or a rate structure includes:
a) The DNR Hydrologist will call or visit the community the first 1-3 years after the water supply plan is
completed.
b) They will discuss what activities the community is doing to conserve water and if they feel their
actions are successful. The Water Supply Plan, Part 3 tables and responses will guide the discussion.
For example, they will discuss efforts to reduce unaccounted for water loss if that is a problem, or go
through Tables 33, 34 and 35 to discuss new initiatives.
c) The city representative and the hydrologist will discuss total per capita water use, residential per
capita water use, and business/industry use. They will note trends.
d) They will also discuss options for improvement and/or collect case studies of success stories to share
with other communities. One option may be to change the rate structure, but there are many other
paths to successful water conservation.
e) If appropriate, they will cooperatively develop a simple work plan for the next few years, targeting a
couple areas where the city might focus efforts.
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C. Regulation
Complete Table 29 by selecting which regulations are used to reduce demand and improve water
efficiencies. Add additional rows as needed.
Copies of adopted regulations or proposed restrictions or should be included in Appendix 10 (a list with
hyperlinks is acceptable).
Table 29. Regulations for short-term reductions in demand and long-term improvements in water efficiencies
Regulations Utilized When is it applied (in effect)?
☒ Rainfall sensors required on landscape irrigation systems ☒ Ongoing
☐ Seasonal
☐ Only during declared Emergencies
☒ Water efficient plumbing fixtures required ☒ New development
☒ Replacement
☐ Rebate Programs
☒ Critical/Emergency Water Deficiency ordinance ☒ Only during declared Emergencies
☒ Watering restriction requirements (time of day, allowable days, etc.) ☒ Odd/even
☐ 2 days/week
☐ Only during declared Emergencies
☐ Water waste prohibited (for example, having a fine for irrigators
spraying on the street)
☐ Ongoing
☐ Seasonal
☐ Only during declared Emergencies
☐ Limitations on turf areas (requiring lots to have 10% - 25% of the
space in natural areas)
☐ New development
☐ Shoreland/zoning
☐ Other
☒ Soil preparation requirement s (after construction, requiring topsoil
to be applied to promote good root growth)
☒ New Development
☒ Construction Projects
☐ Other
☒ Tree ratios (requiring a certain number of trees per square foot of
lawn)
☒ New development
☐ Shoreland/zoning
☐ Other
☐ Permit to fill swimming pool and/or requiring pools to be covered (to
prevent evaporation)
☐ Ongoing
☐ Seasonal
☐ Only during declared Emergencies
☐ Ordinances that permit stormwater irrigation, reuse of water, or
other alternative water use (Note: be sure to check current plumbing
codes for updates)
☐ Describe
D. Retrofitting Programs
Education and incentive programs aimed at replacing inefficient plumbing fixtures and appliances can
help reduce per capita water use, as well as energy costs. It is recommended that municipal water
suppliers develop a long-term plan to retrofit public buildings with water efficient plumbing fixtures and
appliances. Some water suppliers have developed partnerships with organizations having similar
conservation goals, such as electric or gas suppliers, to develop cooperative rebate and retrofit
programs.
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A study by the AWWA Research Foundation (Residential End Uses of Water, 1999) found that the
average indoor water use for a non-conserving home is 69.3 gallons per capita per day (gpcd). The
average indoor water use in a conserving home is 45.2 gpcd and most of the decrease in water use is
related to water efficient plumbing fixtures and appliances that can reduce water, sewer and energy
costs. In Minnesota, certain electric and gas providers are required (Minnesota Statute 216B.241) to
fund programs that will conserve energy resources and some utilities have distributed water efficient
showerheads to customers to help reduce energy demands required to supply hot water.
Retrofitting Programs
Complete Table 30 by checking which water uses are targeted, the outreach methods used, the
measures used to identify success, and any participating partners.
Table 30. Retrofitting programs (Select all that apply)
Water Use Targets Outreach Methods Partners
☐ Low flush toilets,
☐ Toilet leak tablets,
☐ Low flow showerheads,
☐ Faucet aerators;
☐ Education about
☐ Free distribution of
☐ Rebate for
☐ Other
☐ Gas company
☐ Electric company
☐ Watershed organization
☐ Water conserving washing machines,
☐ Dish washers,
☐ Water softeners;
☐ Education about
☐ Free distribution of
☐ Rebate for
☐ Other
☐ Gas company
☐ Electric company
☐ Watershed organization
☒ Rain gardens,
☒ Rain barrels,
☒ Native/drought tolerant landscaping, etc.
☒ Education about
☒ Free distribution of
☐ Rebate for
☐ Other
☐ Gas company
☐ Electric company
☒ Watershed organization
Briefly discuss measures of success from the above table (e.g. number of items distributed, dollar value
of rebates, gallons of water conserved, etc.):
Still evaluating success from distribution of rain garden material etc.
E. Education and Information Progr ams
Customer education should take place in three different circumstances. First, c ustomers should be
provided information on how to conserve water and improve water use efficiencies. Second,
information should be provided at appropriate times to address peak demands. Third, emergency
notices and educational materials about how to reduce water use should be available for quick
distribution during an emergency.
Proposed Education Programs
Complete Table 31 by selecting which methods are used to provide water conservation and information,
including the frequency of program components. Select all that apply and add additional lines as
needed.
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Table 31. Current and Proposed Education Programs
Education Methods General summary of
topics
#/Year Frequency
Billing inserts or tips printed on the actual bill Water conservation 4 ☐ Ongoing
☒ Seasonal
☐ Only during
declared emergencies
Consumer Confidence Reports Annual Drinking Water
Report
1 ☒ Ongoing
☐ Seasonal
☐ Only during
declared emergencies
Press releases to traditional local news
outlets (e.g., newspapers, radio and TV)
☐ Ongoing
☐ Seasonal
☐ Only during
declared emergencies
Social media distribution (e.g., emails,
Facebook, Twitter)
Water
Conservation/Information
As
needed
☒ Ongoing
☐ Seasonal
☐ Only during
declared emergencies
Paid advertisements (e.g., billboards, print
media, TV, radio, web sites, etc.)
☐ Ongoing
☐ Seasonal
☐ Only during
declared emergencies
Presentations to community groups ☐ Ongoing
☐ Seasonal
☐ Only during
declared emergencies
Staff training Water efficiency and best
management practices
As
needed
☒ Ongoing
☐ Seasonal
☐ Only during
declared emergencies
Facility tours Water treatment and
water usage/conservation
As
needed
☒ Ongoing
☐ Seasonal
☐ Only during
declared emergencies
Displays and exhibits Water conservation during
public events and tours
etc.
During
public
events
☒ Ongoing
☐ Seasonal
☐ Only during
declared emergencies
Marketing rebate programs (e.g., indoor
fixtures & appliances and outdoor practices)
☐ Ongoing
☐ Seasonal
☐ Only during
declared emergencies
Community news letters Water conservation, water
usage, water treatment
etc.
Several
times
yearly
☒ Ongoing
☐ Seasonal
☐ Only during
declared emergencies
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Education Methods General summary of
topics
#/Year Frequency
Direct mailings (water audit/retrofit kits,
showerheads, brochures)
☐ Ongoing
☐ Seasonal
☐ Only during
declared emergencies
Information kiosk at utility and public
buildings
☐ Ongoing
☐ Seasonal
☐ Only during
declared emergencies
Public service announcements ☐ Ongoing
☐ Seasonal
☐ Only during
declared emergencies
Cable TV Programs ☐ Ongoing
☐ Seasonal
☐ Only during
declared emergencies
Demonstration projects (landscaping or
plumbing)
☐ Ongoing
☐ Seasonal
☐ Only during
declared emergencies
K-12 education programs (Project Wet,
Drinking Water Institute, presentations)
Water conservation and
how water is treated at
the WTP
Depend
ent
upon
the year
☐ Ongoing
☒ Seasonal
☐ Only during
declared emergencies
Community events (children’s water festivals,
environmental fairs)
Water conservation and
water efficiency
During
neighbo
rhood
public
events
☐ Ongoing
☒ Seasonal
☐ Only during
declared emergencies
Community education classes ☐ Ongoing
☐ Seasonal
☐ Only during
declared emergencies
Water week promotions ☐ Ongoing
☐ Seasonal
☐ Only during
declared emergencies
Website (include address:
http://www.cityofpriorlake.com/drinking-
water-supply.php)
Drinking Water Supply
information
Continu
ally on
the
website
☒ Ongoing
☐ Seasonal
☐ Only during
declared emergencies
Targeted efforts (large volume users, users
with large increases)
☐ Ongoing
☐ Seasonal
☐ Only during
declared emergencies
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Education Methods General summary of
topics
#/Year Frequency
Notices of ordinances Notices of new and past
ordinances that pertain to
water usage and water
conservation
As
needed
☒ Ongoing
☐ Seasonal
☐ Only during
declared emergencies
Emergency conservation notices ☐ Ongoing
☐ Seasonal
☐ Only during
declared emergencies
Other: ☐ Ongoing
☐ Seasonal
☐ Only during
declared emergencies
Briefly discuss what future education and information activities your community is considering in the
future:
The City is evaluating the feasibility of making information regarding the rain garden information more
accessible to community members. The City is also discussing possible grant options that will be used to
help homeowners construct rain gardens etc. However, this discussion is still preliminary and is not
anticipated for several more years.
It may be feasible to expand and add information into customer billing regarding water conservation
and why it is important to conserve water. The information may also include tips for buying water
conservative appliances and strategies on how to efficiently water your lawn. This will have to be
discussed among City staff.
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PART 4. ITEMS FOR METROPOLITAN AREA COMMUNITIES
Minnesota Statute 473.859 requires WSPs to be completed for all local units of
government in the seven-county Metropolitan Area as part of the local
comprehensive planning process.
Much of the information in Parts 1-3 addresses water demand for the next 10
years. However, additional information is needed to address water demand
through 2040, which will make the WSP consistent with the Metropolitan Land Use Planning Act, upon
which the local comprehensive plans are based.
This Part 4 provides guidance to complete the WSP in a way that addresses plans for water supply
through 2040.
A. Water Demand Projections through 2040
Complete Table 7 in Part 1D by filling in information about long-term water demand projections through
2040. Total Community Population projections should be consistent with the community’s system
statement, which can be found on the Metropolitan Council’s website and which was sent to the
community in September 2015.
Projected Average Day, Maximum Day, and Annual Water Demands may either be calculated using the
method outlined in Appendix 2 of the 2015 Master Water Supply Plan or by a method developed by the
individual water supplier.
B. Potential Water Supply Issues
Complete Table 10 in Part 1E by providing information about the potential water supply issues in your
community, including those that might occur due to 2040 projected water use.
The Master Water Supply Plan provides information about potential issues for your community in
Appendix 1 (Water Supply Profiles). This resource may be useful in completing Table 10.
You may document results of local work done to evaluate impact of planned uses by a ttaching a
feasibility assessment or providing a citation and link to where the plan is available electronically.
C. Proposed Alternative Approaches to Meet Extended Water Demand
Projections
Complete Table 12 in Part 1F with information about potential water supply infrastructure impacts (such
as replacements, expansions or additions to wells/intakes, water storage and treatment capacity,
distribution systems, and emergency interconnections) of extended plans for development and
redevelopment, in 10-year increments through 2040. It may be useful to refer to information in the
community’s local Land Use Plan, if available.
Complete Table 14 in Part 1F by checking each approach your community is considering to meet future
demand. For each approach your community is considering, provide information about the amount of
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future water demand to be met using that approach, the timeframe to implement the approach,
potential partners, and current understanding of the key benefits and challenges of the approach.
As challenges are being discussed, consider the need for: evaluation of geologic conditions (mapping,
aquifer tests, modeling), identification of areas where domestic wells could be impacted, measurement
and analysis of water levels & pumping rates, triggers & associated actions to protect water levels, etc.
D. Value-Added Water Supply Planning Efforts (Optional)
The following information is not required to be completed as part of the local water supply plan, but
completing this can help strengthen source water protection throughout the region and help
Metropolitan Council and partners in the region to better support local efforts.
Source Water Protection Strategies
Does a Drinking Water Supply Management Area for a neighboring public water s upplier overlap your
community? Yes ☒ No ☐
If you answered no, skip this section. If you answered yes, please complete Table 32 with information
about new water demand or land use planning -related local controls that are being considered to
provide additional protection in this area.
Table 32. Local controls and schedule to protect Drinking Water Supply Management Areas
Local Control Schedule to
Implement
Potential Partners
☐ None at this time
☐ Comprehensive planning that guides development in
vulnerable drinking water supply management areas
☒ Zoning overlay Being discussed by City
staff
Unknown
☐ Other:
Technical assistance
From your community’s perspective, what are the most important topics for the Metropolitan Cou ncil to
address, guided by the region’s Metropolitan Area Water Supply Advisory Committee and Technical
Advisory Committee, as part of its ongoing water supply planning role?
☒ Coordination of state, regional and local water supply planning roles
☒ Regional water use goals
☒ Water use reporting standards
☒ Regional and sub-regional partnership opportunities
☒ Identifying and prioritizing data gaps and input for regional and sub-regional analyses
☐ Others: ___________________________________________________________________
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GLOSSARY
Agricultural/Irrigation Water Use - Water used for crop and non-crop irrigation, livestock watering, chemigation,
golf course irrigation, landscape and athletic field irrigation.
Average Daily Demand - The total water pumped during the year divided by 365 days.
Calcareous Fen - Calcareous fens are rare and distinctive wetlands dependent on a constant supply of cold
groundwater. Because they are dependent on groundwater and are one of the rarest natural comm unities in the
United States, they are a protected resource in MN. Approximately 200 have been located in Minnesota. They may
not be filled, drained or otherwise degraded.
Commercial/Institutional Water Use - Water used by motels, hotels, restaurants, office buildings, commercial
facilities and institutions (both civilian and military). Consider maintaining separate institutional water use records
for emergency planning and allocation purposes. Water used by multi-family dwellings, apartment buildings,
senior housing complexes, and mobile home parks should be reported as Residential Water Use.
Commercial/Institutional/Industrial (C/I/I) Water Sold - The sum of water delivered for commercial/institutional
or industrial purposes.
Conservation Rate Structure - A rate structure that encourages conservation and may include increasing block
rates, seasonal rates, time of use rates, individualized goal rates, or excess use rates. If a conservation rate is
applied to multifamily dwellings, the rate structure must con sider each residential unit as an individual user. A
community may have a separate conservation rate that only goes into effect when the community or governor
declares a drought emergency. These higher rates can help to protect the city budgets during times of significantly
less water usage.
Date of Maximum Daily Demand - The date of the maximum (highest) water demand. Typically this is a day in July
or August.
Declining Rate Structure - Under a declining block rate structure, a consumer pays less per ad ditional unit of water
as usage increases. This rate structure does not promote water conservation.
Distribution System - Water distribution systems consist of an interconnected series of pipes, valves, storage
facilities (water tanks, water towers, reservoirs), water purification facilities, pumping stations, flushing hydrants,
and components that convey drinking water and meeting fire protection needs for cities, homes, schools,
hospitals, businesses, industries and other facilities.
Flat Rate Structure - Flat fee rates do not vary by customer characteristics or water usage. This rate structure does
not promote water conservation.
Industrial Water Use - Water used for thermonuclear power (electric utility generation) and other industrial use
such as steel, chemical and allied products, paper and allied products, mining, and petroleum refining.
Low Flow Fixtures/Appliances - Plumbing fixtures and appliances that significantly reduce the amount of water
released per use are labeled “low flow”. These fixtures and appliances use just enough water to be effective,
saving excess, clean drinking water that usually goes down the drain.
Maximum Daily Demand - The maximum (highest) amount of water used in one day.
Metered Residential Connections - The number of residential connections to the water system that have meters.
For multifamily dwellings, report each residential unit as an individual user.
Percent Unmetered/Unaccounted For - Unaccounted for water use is the volume of water withdrawn from all
sources minus the volume of water delivered. This value represents water “lost” by miscalculated water use due to
inaccurate meters, water lost through leaks, or water that is used but unmetered or otherwise undocumented.
Water used for public services such as hydrant flu shing, ice skating rinks, and public swimming pools should be
reported under the category “Water Supplier Services”.
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Population Served - The number of people who are served by the community’s public water supply system. This
includes the number of people in the community who are connected to the public water supply system, as well as
people in neighboring communities who use water supplied by the community’s public water supply system. It
should not include residents in the community who have private wells or get their water from neighboring water
supply.
Residential Connections - The total number of residential connections to the water system. For multifamily
dwellings, report each residential unit as an individual user.
Residential Per Capita Demand - The total residential water delivered during the year divided by the population
served divided by 365 days.
Residential Water Use - Water used for normal household purposes such as drinking, food preparation, bathing,
washing clothes and dishes, flushing toilets, and watering lawns and gardens. Should include all water delivered to
single family private residences, multi-family dwellings, apartment buildings, senior housing complexes, mobile
home parks, etc.
Smart Meter - Smart meters can be used by municipalities or by individual homeowners. Smart metering generally
indicates the presence of one or more of the following:
• Smart irrigation water meters are controllers that look at factors such as weather, soil, slope, etc. and
adjust watering time up or down based on data. Smart controllers in a typical summer will reduce water
use by 30%-50%. Just changing the spray nozzle to new efficient models can reduce water use by 40%.
• Smart Meters on customer premises that measure consumption during specific time periods and
communicate it to the utility, often on a daily basis.
• A communication channel that permits the utility, at a minimum, to obtain meter reads on demand, to
ascertain whether water has recently been flowing through the meter and onto the premis es, and to issue
commands to the meter to perform specific tasks such as disconnecting or restricting water flow.
Total Connections - The number of connections to the public water supply system.
Total Per Capita Demand - The total amount of water withdrawn from all water supply sources during the year
divided by the population served divided by 365 days.
Total Water Pumped - The cumulative amount of water withdrawn from all water supply sources during the year.
Total Water Delivered - The sum of residential, commercial, industrial, institutional, water supplier services,
wholesale and other water delivered.
Ultimate (Full Build-Out) - Time period representing the community’s estimated total amount and location of
potential development, or when the community is fully built out at the final planned density.
Unaccounted (Non-revenue) Loss - See definitions for “percent unmetered/unaccounted for loss”.
Uniform Rate Structure - A uniform rate structure charges the same price-per-unit for water usage beyond the
fixed customer charge, which covers some fixed costs. The rate sends a price signal to the customer because the
water bill will vary by usage. Uniform rates by class charge the same price-per-unit for all customers within a
customer class (e.g. residential or non-residential). This price structure is generally considered less effective in
encouraging water conservation.
Water Supplier Services - Water used for public services such as hydrant flushing, ice skating rinks, public
swimming pools, city park irrigation, back-flushing at water treatment facilities, and/or other uses.
Water Used for Nonessential Purposes - Water used for lawn irrigation, golf course and park irrigat ion, car
washes, ornamental fountains, and other non-essential uses.
Wholesale Deliveries - The amount of water delivered in bulk to other public water suppliers.
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Acronyms and Initialisms
AWWA – American Water Works Association
C/I/I – Commercial/Institutional/Industrial
CIP – Capital Improvement Plan
GIS – Geographic Information System
GPCD – Gallons per capita per day
GWMA – Groundwater Management Area – North
and East Metro, Straight River, Bonanza,
MDH – Minnesota Department of Health
MGD – Million gallons per day
MG – Million gallons
MGL – Maximum Contaminant Level
MnTAP – Minnesota Technical Assistance Program
(University of Minnesota)
MPARS – MN/DNR Permitting and Reporting System
(new electronic permitting system)
MRWA – Minnesota Rural Waters Association
SWP – Source Water Protection
WHP – Wellhead Protection
APPENDICES TO BE SUBMITTED BY THE WATER SUPPLIER
Appendix 1: Well records and maintenance summaries
Go to Part 1C for information on what to include in appendix
Appendix 2: Water level monitoring plan
Go to Part 1E for information on what to include in appendix
Appendix 3: Water level graphs for each water supply well
Go to Part 1E for information on what to include in appendix
Appendix 4: Capital Improvement Plan
Go to Part 1E for information on what to include in appendix
Appendix 5: Emergency Telephone List
Go to Part 2C for information on what to include in appendix
Appendix 6: Cooperative Agreements for Emergency Services
Go to Part 2C for information on what to include in appendix
Appendix 7: Municipal Critical Water Deficiency Ordinance
Go to Part 2C for information on what to include in appendix
Appendix 8: Graph of Ten Years of Annual Per Capita Water Demand for Each
Customer Category
Go to Objective 4 in Part 3B for information on what to include in appendix
Appendix 9: Water Rate Structure
Go to Objective 6 in Part 3B for information on what to include in appendix
Appendix 10: Ordinances or Regulations Related to Water Use
Go to Objective 7 in Part 3B for information on what to include in appendix
Appendix 11: Implementation Checklist
Provide a table that summarizes all the actions that the public water supplier is doing, or proposes to do,
with estimated implementation dates.
Appendix 12: Sources of Information for Table 10
Provide links or references to the information used to complete Table 10. If the file size is reasonable,
provide source information as attachments to the plan.
Appendix 1
Well Records and Well Maintenance Summary
Appendix 2
Water Level Monitoring Plan
City of Prior Lake Water Level Monitoring Plan
Appendix 2 – MN DNR Third Generation Water Supply Plan
The City of Prior Lake currently monitors their seven active municipal wells using their SCADA system.
The wells are monitored continuously with measurements taken and recorded every 15 minutes. The
City already conducts hand measurements monthly at each production well. The wells the City records
are indicated in the Table below along with the location of each well. The intent of this appendix is to
match the monitoring requirements in the MPARS permit for the City of Prior Lake. Only wells identified
in the MPARS permit that require monitoring are to be monitored with data submitted annually to the
DNR at region3s_waterdata.dnr@state.mn.us.
Well ID Date
Constructed
Data
Recording
Frequency
Well
Capacity
(gpm)
Hand
Measurement
Frequency with
approved
measuring
device
Well Location
Aquifer
207308
Well No. 3 1973
Continuous
every 15
minutes
1,200
Monthly to
verify SCADA
calibration
Approximate:
16335 Itasca
Ave. SE
CJDN
110452
Well No. 4 1975
Continuous
every 15
minutes
1,100
Monthly to
verify SCADA
calibration
Approximate:
16335 Itasca
Ave. SE
CJDN
420954
Well No. 5 1988
Continuous
every 15
minutes
1000
Monthly to
verify SCADA
calibration
Approximate:
16072 Killdeer
Ln. SE
CJDN
603083
Well No. 6 2001
Continuous
every 15
minutes
1200
Monthly to
verify SCADA
calibration
15248 Wilds PK CJDN
655913
Well No. 7 2003
Continuous
every 15
minutes
450
Monthly to
verify SCADA
calibration
Approximate:
16335 Itasca
Ave. SE
CFIG
686263
Well No. 8 2006
Continuous
every 15
minutes
1200
Monthly to
verify SCADA
calibration
17073
Adelmann St OPDC
686264
Well No. 9 2007
Continuous
every 15
minutes
450
Monthly to
verify SCADA
calibration
Adelmann St.
SE OPDC
721847 –
Monitoring
Well for
CWEC
aquifers NA
Hourly as
required in
MPARS
permit
1975-6201
using data
logger
recording if
feasible
Observation
Well
Monthly to
verify
electronic
measurement
NA
Tunnel
City-
Eau
Claire
UN 603087
OB-1 NA
Hourly as
required in
MPARS
Observation
Well
Monthly to
verify NA
Prairie
Du
Chien-
Jordan
City of Prior Lake Water Level Monitoring Plan
Appendix 2 – MN DNR Third Generation Water Supply Plan
permit
1975-6201
using data
logger
recording if
feasible
electronic
measurement
UN 603095
OB-2
NA
Hourly as
required in
MPARS
permit
1975-6201
using data
logger
recording if
feasible
Observation
Well
Monthly to
verify
electronic
measurement
NA
Prairie
Du
Chien-
Jordan
UN 749808
OB-5
NA
Hourly as
required in
MPARS
permit
1975-6201
using data
logger
recording if
feasible
Observation
Well
Monthly to
verify
electronic
measurement
NA
Quat.
buried
artes.
Aquifer
UN 749809
OB-6
NA
Hourly as
required in
MPARS
permit
1975-6201
using data
logger
recording if
feasible
Observation
Well
Monthly to
verify
electronic
measurement
NA
Quat.
buried
artes.
Aquifer
UN 745556
OB-10A
NA
Hourly as
required in
MPARS
permit
1975-6201
using data
logger
recording if
feasible
Observation
Well
Monthly to
verify
electronic
measurement
NA
CDJN
Appendix 3
Well Water Level Graphs
Appendix 3 – Well Hydrographs
The following tables represent the well hydrographs for each of Prior Lakes’ wells. The hydrographs
were developed based on the SCADA data that has been recorded for the last eight years. The data has
been recorded on 15-minute intervals. However, to depict the trends in the well water levels, each
month of data was averaged to represent that month’s water level. With each month’s average water
level, the water elevation was determined by subtracting the well water level (depth from ground) from
the ground elevation that was measured at the well when it was constructed. The resulting hydrographs
can be used to evaluate trends in the water level for each well. Gaps in the data result from SCADA
error in well water level measurement. This could be due to a uncalibrated level sensor or a level sensor
that has been damaged.
825
835
845
855
865
875
885
Water Level Elevation (ft)Well No. 3
Well Water Elevation
800
805
810
815
820
825
830
835
840
845
850
855
860
865
Water Level Elevation (ft)Well No. 4
Well Water Elevation
825
830
835
840
845
850
855
860
865
870
875
880
885
Water Level Elevation (ft)Well No. 5
Well Water Elevation
880
885
890
895
900
905
910
915
920
925
930
935
940
Water Level Elevation (ft)Well No. 6
Well Water Elevation
810
815
820
825
830
835
840
845
850
855
Water Level Elevation (ft)Well No. 7
Well Water Elevation
840
845
850
855
860
865
870
875
880
885
890
Water Level Elevation (ft)Well No. 8
Well Water Elevation
500
525
550
575
600
625
650
675
700
725
750
775
800
825
850
Water Level Elevation (ft)Well No. 9
Well Water Elevation
Appendix 4
Capital Improvement Plan
4646 Dakota Street SE
Prior Lake, MN 55372
Date: August 22, 2016
To: Mayor Hedberg, Council Members and Residents of Prior Lake
From: Frank Boyles, City Manager
Subject: 2017-2021 Capital Improvement Program
One of the most fundamental responsibilities of local government is planning for, constructing and maintaining the
community’s investments including streets, trails, sewer, water, parks and public buildings. Taken together, this
investment in infrastructure is the physical fabric of our community which provides for our public safety and
health.
Prior Lake’s five-year Capital Improvement Program is directly responsive to the City’s 2040 Vision and Strategic
Plan. The Strategic Plan serves as our vision and our “things to do” list. How that list is prioritized, funded and
converted into City projects is determined largely through the five-year Capital Improvement Program (often
referred to as the CIP).
Each year, forecasts for projects that will be needed, estimated costs and possible funding sources are programmed
into the CIP for the next five years. The CIP is updated, evaluated and approved each year by the City Council as
projects are completed and priorities change. The purpose of the CIP is to assure that funds are available when
projects are required to meet community needs.
I encourage you to review the attached 2017-2021 CIP. It contains new and continued projects critical to the
development of our community and achievement of our 2040 Vision and Strategic Plan goals. It reflects an
aggressive approach to upgrading the conditions of our streets and infrastructure in direct response to citizens’
feedback.
All-in-all, the 2040 Vision and Strategic Plan establishes the vision for our community…and the Capital
Improvement Program helps us to achieve it!
2017 – 2021 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
Adopted August 22, 2016
by the
PRIOR LAKE CITY COUNCIL
Term Expires
Mayor Kenneth L. Hedberg December 31, 2016
Councilmember Rick Keeney December 31, 2016
Councilmember Mike McGuire December 31, 2018
Councilmember Monique Morton December 31, 2016
Councilmember Annette Thompson December 31, 2018
STAFF
City Manager Frank Boyles
Assistant City Manager Lori Olson
Finance Don Uram/Cathy Erickson
City Engineer Larry Poppler
Public Works Katheryn Gehler
Police Chief Mark Elliott
Fire Chief Doug Hartman
Community Development Dan Rogness
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Demands versus Funding Sources
This table shows the impact of the improvements identified in the CIP on
each of the funding sources.
2. Projects by Department
This table categorizes each of the projects by department. The associated
funding source for each project is also shown.
3. Projects by Funding Source
This table categorizes each of the projects by funding source.
4. Project Detail
This table provides a detailed description, purpose, and cost/benefit impact
statement for each of the projects.
5. Transportation Plan (2017-2026)
This table provides a ten-year summary of street improvement projects.
The 2017-2021 Street Reconstruction Plan identifies the projects that could
potentially be funded by street reconstruction bonds.
6. Equipment Replacement Plan (2017-2026)
A table provides a summary of the uses and sources of funds.
Detailed equipment schedules are included for the following departments:
o Fire Department
o Police Department
o Public Works Department
7. Park Equipment Replacement Plan (2017-2026)
This table provides a summary of uses and sources of funds.
It also identifies future community park referendum needs.
8. Technology Plan (2017-2026)
This table provides a summary of uses and sources of funds.
9. Facilities Management Plan (2017-2026)
This table provides a summary of uses and sources of funds.
The 2016-2021 Capital Improvement Plan identifies the projects that could
potentially be funded by capital improvement plan bonds.
10. Enterprise Funds
These tables provide a summary of uses and sources of funds for Water,
Sewer and Storm Water.
11. Debt Analysis & Tax Impact
2017 - 2021 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
“COMMUNITY ASSETS - Infrastructure (utilities, parks, roadways, etc.) is the essential
capital cornerstone of a vibrant, quality community. We strive to invest in infrastructure using
specifications which emphasize longevity and cost-effectiveness to maximize productive live.” –
2040 Vision and Strategic Plan
“Community Capital Assets,” one of the seven strategic elements of the 2040 Vision and
Strategic Plan (2040 VSP), represents an area of strategic importance that must be addressed to
make the 2040 VSP a reality.
The Prior Lake Capital Improvement Program (CIP) addresses this vision element by focusing on
long-term planning for the expansion, replacement and/or maintenance of capital assets. Capital
assets refer to infrastructure (water, sewer, storm water, and streets), vehicles and equipment,
park equipment, facilities, and technology software and hardware.
The CIP is reviewed on an annual basis to identify the need for expansion, replacement and/or
maintenance; the timeframe to complete the project; and the appropriate funding source. The
final document reflects the specific goals, policies and priorities of the City Council and the 2040
Vision and Strategic Plan. It is important to note that the CIP is a planning document and
contains estimates for the project and equipment costs. Prior to the implementation of any
individual improvement project, staff must prepare a feasibility study, conduct a public hearing,
request bids for the construction costs, and obtain approval for all phases of the project from the
City Council.
The CIP also includes the following long-term plans: Transportation Plan, Equipment
Replacement Plan, Park Equipment Replacement Plan, Technology Plan, Facilities Management
Plan and plans for each of the three enterprise funds including Water, Sewer, and Storm Water.
A ten (10) year Transportation Plan has been developed in an effort to coordinate city and county
improvements that require a cooperative funding agreement between our two jurisdictions. In
previous documents, a summary was provided that identified the street reconstruction projects.
This year the document includes the full text version of the Street Reconstruction Plan to provide
readers with a better understanding of the proposed projects and associated costs.
The Equipment Replacement Plan serves to identify the City’s equipment needs on a long-term
basis and to provide a regular replacement schedule. The equipment purchases for the Fire, Police
and Public Works departments are processed through a revolving equipment fund. Equipment
purchases that are typically less than $5,000 are incorporated into the annual operating budgets
for the specific departments.
The Park Equipment Replacement Plan identifies the equipment needs for each neighborhood and
community park over the next ten (10) years.
The Technology Plan identifies the hardware and major software needs for each department and
establishes a regular replacement schedule for over the next ten (10) years.
The Facilities Management Plan identifies major repairs or improvements to all City-owned
buildings over the next ten (10) years. Included in this year’s document is a specific Capital
Improvement Plan relating to the issuance of capital improvement plan bonds for certain facility
needs.
The Enterprise Funds plans identify the amount of capital necessary for infrastructure
improvements over the next ten (10) years.
CITY OF PRIOR LAKE DEMANDS VS. FUNDING SOURCES
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM Adopted 08.22.2016
2017 - 2021
01/01/2016 Six-Year Revenue CIP Construction 01/01/2022
Funding Source Balances Projection (Net)Demands Projected Balances
Water Fund 2,599,745 6,697,742 6,468,722 2,828,765
Sewer Fund 1,598,684 4,585,429 5,038,693 1,145,420
Water Quality Fund 688,972 2,506,156 2,833,715 361,413
Capital Park Fund 451,942 2,210,552 340,000 2,322,494
Trunk Reserve Fund 1,603,263 1,282,058 1,450,000 1,435,321
Street Oversize Fund 670,158 163,089 60,000 773,248
Water Storage Fund 1,139,394 1,209,491 - 2,348,885
Revolving Equipment Fund 753,366 3,598,346 3,858,805 492,907
Revolving Park Equip Fund 392,313 2,318,303 2,421,808 288,808
Cable Franchise Fund 66,685 45,532 14,797 97,420
Facilities Management Fund 401,053 386,968 672,440 115,581
Municipal State Aid - 1,000,000 1,000,000 -
Project Tax Levy - 18,785,000 18,785,000 -
Special Assessments - 5,749,143 5,749,143 -
Referendum - - -
Intergovernmental - 40,790,575 40,790,575 -
Grants or Other Contributions - 260,000 260,000 -
General Fund - Technology 308,947 308,947
TOTALS $10,365,575 91,897,330 90,052,644 12,210,261
CITY OF PRIOR LAKE PROJECTS BY DEPARTMENT
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM Adopted 08.22.2016
2017 - 2021
CIP
Project Reference 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 Total
Public Works (Parks)
Capital Replacement Projects CIP1 50,000 100,776 97,762 87,500 77,500 413,538
Revolving Park Equipment Fund 50,000 100,776 97,762 87,500 77,500 413,538
Park Amenities Replacement CIP2 133,406 137,408 141,530 145,776 150,149 708,270
Revolving Park Equipment Fund 133,406 137,408 141,530 145,776 150,149 708,270
Trail, Sidewalk, and Boardwalk Replacement CIP3 30,000 130,000 230,000 330,000 430,000 1,150,000
Revolving Park Equipment Fund 30,000 130,000 230,000 330,000 430,000 1,150,000
Natural Area Restoration CIP4 - - - - - -
Revolving Park Equipment Fund - - - - - -
Existing Trail & Sidewalk Gap Priorities CIP5 - - - 150,000 - 150,000
Revolving Park Equipment Fund - - - 150,000 - 150,000
Neighborhood Park Development CIP6 - - 170,000 - 170,000 340,000
Capital Park Fund - - 170,000 - 170,000 340,000
New Development Trail Alignments CIP7 - - - - - -
Capital Park Fund - - - - - -
Community Park Development and Renovation CIP8 - - - - - -
Capital Park Fund - - - - -
Referendum - - - - - -
Public Works (Parks) Total 213,406 368,184 639,292 713,276 827,649 2,761,808
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CITY OF PRIOR LAKE PROJECTS BY DEPARTMENT
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM Adopted 08.22.2016
2017 - 2021
CIP
Project Reference 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 Total
Public Works (Streets)
Street Improvements (Partnership Projects)CIP9 15,120,000 12,778,507 10,647,268 4,729,800 - 43,275,575
Project Levy 75,000 - 675,000 1,050,000 - 1,800,000
Special Assessments - - - 175,000 - 175,000
State/Federal 75,000 150,000 - 205,000 - 430,000
County 14,795,000 11,428,507 9,972,268 3,099,800 - 39,295,575
Other Municipality 165,000 900,000 - - - 1,065,000
Grants or Other Contributions - - - - -
City MSA Funds - 200,000 - 200,000 - 400,000
Street Oversize Funds - - - - - -
Trunk Reserve Funds - - - - - -
Water Quality Fund - - - - - -
Water Fund 10,000 100,000 - - - 110,000
Sewer Fund - - - - - -
Capital Park Fund - - - - - -
Street Improvements (City Jurisdiction)CIP10 8,271,863 8,469,738 1,950,000 5,623,018 5,111,739 29,426,358
Project Levy 3,420,000 3,280,000 1,500,000 2,695,000 2,640,000 13,535,000
Special Assessments 1,910,945 1,602,895 120,000 1,207,607 732,696 5,574,143
Grants or Other Contributions - - - - 260,000 260,000
City MSA Funds - - 200,000 - 400,000 600,000
Street Oversize Fund - - - - 60,000 60,000
Trunk Reserve Fund - - - - 200,000 200,000
Water Quality Fund 371,418 491,843 40,000 291,411 304,044 1,498,715
Water Fund 1,794,500 1,695,000 50,000 1,039,000 350,000 4,928,500
Sewer Fund 775,000 1,400,000 40,000 390,000 165,000 2,770,000
Public Works (Streets) Total 23,391,863 21,248,245 12,597,268 10,352,818 5,111,739 72,701,933
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CITY OF PRIOR LAKE PROJECTS BY DEPARTMENT
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM Adopted 08.22.2016
2017 - 2021
CIP
Project Reference 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 Total
Public Works (Water)
Meter Replacement Program CIP11 850,000 - - - - 850,000
Water Fund 850,000 - - - - 850,000
-
Wells CIP12 - - - - - -
Water Fund - - - - - -
Watermain Improvements CIP13 - - - - - -
Water Fund - - - - - -
Trunk Reserve Fund - - - - - -
Water System CIP14 353,000 106,090 1,109,273 112,551 115,927 1,796,841
Water Fund 103,000 106,090 109,273 112,551 115,927 546,841
Trunk Reserve Fund 250,000 - 1,000,000 - - 1,250,000
Pressure Reducing Valves CIP15 - - - - - -
Trunk Reserve Fund - - - - - -
Water Storage CIP16 - - - - - -
Water Storage Fund - - - - - -
Public Works (Water) Total 1,203,000 106,090 1,109,273 112,551 115,927 2,646,841
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CITY OF PRIOR LAKE PROJECTS BY DEPARTMENT
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM Adopted 08.22.2016
2017 - 2021
CIP
Project Reference 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 Total
Public Works (Sanitary Sewer)
Meter Replacement Program CIP 11 850,000 - - - - 850,000
Sewer Fund 850,000 - - - - 850,000
Sanitary Improvement CIP17 - - - - 600,000 600,000
Sewer Fund - - - - 600,000 600,000
Inflow / Infiltration Prevention CIP18 - - 150,000 154,500 159,135 463,635
Sewer Fund - - 150,000 154,500 159,135 463,635
Sewer System Equipment Replacement CIP19 60,589 62,407 64,279 66,208 68,194 321,677
Sewer Fund 60,589 62,407 64,279 66,208 68,194 321,677
Public Works (Sanitary Sewer) Total 910,589 62,407 214,279 220,708 827,329 2,235,312
Public Works (Storm Water)
Stormwater Infrastructure Maintenance CIP20 60,000 60,000 60,000 60,000 20,000 260,000
Water Quality Fund 60,000 60,000 60,000 60,000 20,000 260,000
Pond Maintenance & Retrofit CIP21 300,000 25,000 300,000 25,000 300,000 950,000
Water Quality Fund 300,000 25,000 300,000 25,000 300,000 950,000
Stormwater Improvements CIP22 25,000 25,000 25,000 25,000 25,000 125,000
Water Quality Fund 25,000 25,000 25,000 25,000 25,000 125,000
Public Works (Storm Water) Total 385,000 110,000 385,000 110,000 345,000 1,335,000
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CITY OF PRIOR LAKE PROJECTS BY DEPARTMENT
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM Adopted 08.22.2016
2017 - 2021
CIP
Project Reference 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 Total
Vehicles & Equipment
Equipment Replacement Plan CIP23 860,704 1,408,336 836,856 1,006,203 1,136,706 5,248,805
Revolving Equipment Fund 860,704 743,336 836,856 1,006,203 411,706 3,858,805
Project Levy - 665,000 - - 725,000 1,390,000
Vehicle & Equipment Total 860,704 1,408,336 836,856 1,006,203 1,136,706 5,248,805
Facilities
Facilities Management Plan CIP24 852,139 950,352 89,963 68,979 771,008 2,732,440
Facilities Management Fund 232,139 110,352 89,963 68,979 171,008 672,440
Project Levy 620,000 840,000 - - 600,000 2,060,000
Facilities Total 852,139 950,352 89,963 68,979 771,008 2,732,440
Technology
Technology Plan CIP25 116,170 60,631 87,748 93,178 32,779 390,506
General Fund - Technology 78,390 53,561 58,766 85,451 32,779 308,947
Water Fund 18,890 - 14,491 - - 33,381
Sewer Fund 18,890 - 14,491 - - 33,381
Water Quality Fund - - - - - -
Cable Franchise Fund - 7,070 - 7,727 - 14,797
Technology Total 116,170 60,631 87,748 93,178 32,779 390,506
GRAND TOTALS 27,932,872 24,314,242 15,959,679 12,677,712 9,168,137 90,052,644
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CITY OF PRIOR LAKE PROJECTS BY DEPARTMENT
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM Adopted 08.22.2016
2017 - 2021
CIP
Project Reference 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 Total
TOTALS BY FUNDING SOURCES
Project Levy 4,115,000 4,785,000 2,175,000 3,745,000 3,965,000 18,785,000
Special Assessments 1,910,945 1,602,895 120,000 1,382,607 732,696 5,749,143
Referendum - - - - - -
Grants or Other Contributions - - - - 260,000 260,000
State/Federal 75,000 150,000 - 205,000 - 430,000
County 14,795,000 11,428,507 9,972,268 3,099,800 - 39,295,575
Other Municipality 165,000 900,000 - - - 1,065,000
City MSA Funds - 200,000 200,000 200,000 400,000 1,000,000
Capital Park Fund - - 170,000 - 170,000 340,000
Street Oversize Fund - - - - 60,000 60,000
Trunk Reserve Fund 250,000 - 1,000,000 - 200,000 1,450,000
Water Quality Fund 756,418 601,843 425,000 401,411 649,044 2,833,715
Water Fund 2,776,390 1,901,090 173,764 1,151,551 465,927 6,468,722
Sewer Fund 1,704,479 1,462,407 268,770 610,708 992,329 5,038,693
Water Storage Fund - - - - - -
General Fund - Technology 78,390 53,561 58,766 85,451 32,779 308,947
Revolving Equipment Fund 860,704 743,336 836,856 1,006,203 411,706 3,858,805
Revolving Park Equipment Fund 213,406 368,184 469,292 713,276 657,649 2,421,808
Cable Franchise Fund - 7,070 - 7,727 - 14,797
Facilities Management Fund 232,139 110,352 89,963 68,979 171,008 672,440
27,932,872 24,314,242 15,959,679 12,677,712 9,168,137 90,052,644
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CITY OF PRIOR LAKE PROJECTS BY FUNDING SOURCE
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM Adopted 08.22.2016
2017 - 2021
Project 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 Total
Project Levy
Street Reconstruction (Co. Rd.)75,000 - 675,000 1,050,000 - 1,800,000
Street Improvements (City)3,420,000 3,280,000 1,500,000 2,695,000 2,640,000 13,535,000
Equipment Replacement Plan - 665,000 - - 725,000 1,390,000
Facilities Management Plan 620,000 840,000 - - 600,000 2,060,000
4,115,000 4,785,000 2,175,000 3,745,000 3,965,000 18,785,000
Special Assessments
Street Reconstruction (Co. Rd.)- - - 175,000 - 175,000
Street Improvements (City)1,910,945 1,602,895 120,000 1,207,607 732,696 5,574,143
1,910,945 1,602,895 120,000 1,382,607 732,696 5,749,143
Referendum
Community Park Development and Renovation - - - - - -
- - - - - -
Grants or Other Contributions
Street Improvements (Partnership Projects)- - - - - -
Street Improvements (City)- - - - 260,000 260,000
- - - - 260,000 260,000
State/Federal
Street Reconstruction (Co. Rd.)75,000 150,000 - 205,000 - 430,000
75,000 150,000 - 205,000 - 430,000
County
Street Reconstruction (Co. Rd.)14,795,000 11,428,507 9,972,268 3,099,800 - 39,295,575
14,795,000 11,428,507 9,972,268 3,099,800 - 39,295,575
Other Municipality
Street Improvements (Partnership Projects)165,000 900,000 - - - 1,065,000
165,000 900,000 - - - 1,065,000
City MSA Funds
Street Reconstruction (Co. Rd.)- 200,000 - 200,000 - 400,000
Street Improvements (City)- - 200,000 - 400,000 600,000
- 200,000 200,000 200,000 400,000 1,000,000
Capital Park Fund
Neighborhood Park Development - - 170,000 - 170,000 340,000
New Development Trail Alignments - - - - - -
Community Park Development and Renovation - - - - - -
Street Improvements (Partnership Projects)- - - - - -
- - 170,000 - 170,000 340,000
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CITY OF PRIOR LAKE PROJECTS BY FUNDING SOURCE
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM Adopted 08.22.2016
2017 - 2021
Project 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 Total
Street Oversize Fund
Street Reconstruction (Co. Rd.)- - - - - -
Street Improvements (City)- - - - 60,000 60,000
- - - - 60,000 60,000
Trunk Reserve Fund
Street Reconstruction (Co. Rd.)- - - - - -
Street Improvements (City)- - - - 200,000 200,000
Water Treatment 250,000 - 1,000,000 - - 1,250,000
Pressure Reducing Valves - - - - - -
250,000 - 1,000,000 - 200,001 1,450,000
Water Quality Fund
Street Reconstruction (Co. Rd.)- - - - - -
Street Improvements (City)371,418 491,843 40,000 291,411 304,044 1,498,715
Stormwater Infrastructure Maintenance 60,000 60,000 60,000 60,000 20,000 260,000
Pond Maintenance & Retrofit 300,000 25,000 300,000 25,000 300,000 950,000
Stormwater Improvements 25,000 25,000 25,000 25,000 25,000 125,000
Technology Plan - - - - - -
756,418 601,843 425,000 401,411 649,044 2,833,715
Water Fund
Street Reconstruction (Co. Rd.)10,000 100,000 - - - 110,000
Street Improvements (City)1,794,500 1,695,000 50,000 1,039,000 350,000 4,928,500
Meter Replacement Program 850,000 - - - - 850,000
Wells - - - - - -
Watermain Improvements - - - - - -
Water System 103,000 106,090 109,273 112,551 115,927 546,841
Technology Plan 18,890 - 14,491 - - 33,381
2,776,390 1,901,090 173,764 1,151,551 465,927 6,468,722
Sewer Fund
Street Reconstruction (Co. Rd.)- - - - - -
Street Improvements (City)775,000 1,400,000 40,000 390,000 165,000 2,770,000
Meter Replacement Program 850,000 - - - - 850,000
Sanitary Improvement - - - - 600,000 600,000
Inflow / Infiltration Prevention - - 150,000 154,500 159,135 463,635
Sewer System Equipment Replacement 60,589 62,407 64,279 66,208 68,194 321,677
Technology Plan 18,890 - 14,491 - - 33,381
1,704,479 1,462,407 268,770 610,709 992,330 5,038,693
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CITY OF PRIOR LAKE PROJECTS BY FUNDING SOURCE
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM Adopted 08.22.2016
2017 - 2021
Project 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 Total
Water Storage Fund
Water Storage - - - - - -
- - - - - -
General Fund
Technology Plan 78,390 53,561 58,766 85,451 32,779 308,947
78,390 53,561 58,766 85,451 32,779 308,947
Revolving Equipment Fund
Equipment Replacement Plan 860,704 743,336 836,856 1,006,203 411,706 3,858,805
860,704 743,336 836,856 1,006,203 411,706 3,858,805
Revolving Park Equipment Fund
Capital Replacement Projects 50,000 100,776 97,762 87,500 77,500 413,538
Park Amenities Replacement 133,406 137,408 141,530 145,776 150,149 708,270
Trail, Sidewalk, and Boardwalk Replacement 30,000 130,000 230,000 330,000 430,000 1,150,000
Natural Area Restoration - - - - - -
Existing Trail & Sidewalk Gap Priorities - - - 150,000 - 150,000
213,406 368,184 469,292 713,276 657,649 2,421,808
Cable Franchise Fund
Technology Plan - 7,070 - 7,727 - 14,797
- 7,070 - 7,727 - 14,797
Facilities Management Fund
Facilities Management Plan 232,139 110,352 89,963 68,979 171,008 672,440
232,139 110,352 89,963 68,979 171,008 672,440
27,932,872 24,314,242 15,959,679 12,677,712 9,168,137 90,052,644
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CITY OF PRIOR LAKE PROJECT DETAIL
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM Adopted 08.22.2016
2017 - 2021
CIP Cost / Benefit
Project Reference Description Purpose Impact Statement
Public Works (Parks)
Capital Replacement Projects CIP1 Replacement or Renovation of Existing Facilities
including buildings, parking lots, fields, and lighting.
To replace and renovate park facilities that have
served their useful life and need to be replaced or
rehabilitated to ensure safety of use.
Replacement or renovation would be completed
within the context of full community park needs
and development.
Park Amenities Replacement CIP2 Park amenity replacements including regular
replacement of park furniture, play structures,
enclosures, shelters, courts, etc.
To replace and renovate park amenities that have
served their useful life and need to be replaced or
rehabilitated to ensure safety of use.
Replacements necessary to maintain City park
system.
Trail, Sidewalk, and Boardwalk Replacement CIP3 Replace trail, sidewalk and boardwalks.
Trail and Sidewalk Inventory, condition rating, and
priority being analyzed.
To replace trails, sidewalks or boardwalks that
have a degraded pavement surface, ADA
compliance issues or have other structural
defects.
Improved trail, sidewalk and boardwalk surfaces
will improve the user experience and limit any
potentially liability for ADA claims.
Natural Area Restoration CIP4 Restoration of natural areas
Inventory, Condition Rating, and Priority being
completed.
N/A N/A
Existing Trail & Sidewalk Gap Priorities CIP5 Replacement of trails, sidewalk and boardwalks.
Trail and Sidewalk Gaps Analysis in progress.
N/A N/A
Neighborhood Park Development CIP6 Neighborhood Park Development
2019 - Undefined Park
2021 - Undefined Park
Construction of neighborhood parks to support
development.
The Comprehensive Plan and Park Dedication
Fees have anticipated the construction of
additional neighborhood parks to serve growth of
the community.
New Development Trail Alignments CIP7 Construction of new trail segments in newly
developing areas.
To ensure a connected network of trails and
sidewalks for transportation and recreational
purposes.
The Comprehensive Plan, Trail and sidewalk
Gaps Study and Park Dedication Fees Study
have anticipated the development of additional
trails to serve the growing and changing needs of
the community.
Community Park Development and Renovation CIP8 Development of new community parks.Construction of community parks to support
communities recreational needs.
The Comprehensive Plan, Master Park Plan and
Park Dedication Fees Study have anticipated the
development of additional community parks to
serve the growing and changing needs of the
community.
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CITY OF PRIOR LAKE PROJECT DETAIL
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM Adopted 08.22.2016
2017 - 2021
CIP Cost / Benefit
Project Reference Description Purpose Impact Statement
Public Works (Streets)
Street Reconstruction (Project Partnerships)CIP9 2017 - County Wide Flashing Yellow Signal
Conversion
2017 - CSAH 83
These are Scott County or MNDOT projects. City
will participate in storm sewer and other
improvements on a cost sharing basis through a
cooperative agreement.
These County or State Highway Improvement
Projects will restore the driving surface and
improve storm drainage in these respective
areas.
2018 - CR42/TH13
2019 - CR 21 / TH 13 / Main Ave / Arcadia Signal
2019 - CSAH 21 Bridge Deck Replacement
2020 - Duluth Avenue / TH 13 signal / Village Lake
Roundabout
2020 - CSAH 21 and CSAH 87
Street Improvements (City Jurisdiction)CIP10 2017 - Albany/CJ Circle/Five Hawks/Cates, Park,
Balsam/Sunrise/Spruce, Sycamore, Franklin Trail (TH
13 to CR 21 south)
To rehabilitate, reconstruct, or construct streets to
extend useable life or reconstruct streets to a 7-
ton or 9-ton standard.
Improved streets will reduce maintenance for the
streets and for vehicles.
2018 - Pershing/Dunkirk/Dutch/Roanoke/Green
Hts/Spring, Huron/Wildwood/Woodside/Santee,
Franklin Trail (CR 44 to Summer)
2019 - Arcadia Ave. (Colorado to Pleasant), Fish Pt
Road (Fawn Meadows to CR 21)
2020 - Hidden Oaks/Timberview/Timber,
Millers/Omega/Glory, Fish Point Road (CR 44 to TH
13)
2021 - Northwood Road (Fremont to Knollridge),
Northwood Road (Knollridge to CSAH 12),
Knollridge/Hawk Ridge/Viewcrest/Lake Haven/Shady
Cove/Lake Bluff/Fremont Cir/Fremont St/Crystal, Frost
Point Circle, Rolling Oaks
Public Works (Water)
Meter Replacement Program CIP11 Replacement of Automatic Meter Reading System
(AMRS).
The AMRS is nearing the end of it's life and has
started showing signs of MTU failures. In
addition, water meters deteriorate with age,
resulting in inaccurate readings. American Water
Works replacement guidelines estimate a 15-year
life on residential meters.
Battery failures may begin in the existing AMR
system in 2017. The City will want to consider
how the system will be replaced prior to
significant failures. In addition, replacement of
any meters will show a decrease in apparent loss
and in increase in revenue.
Wells CIP12 Construction of additional Wells for source water.
NO additional wells needed with JPA with SMSC.
Provide additional source water.Wells are needed to provide City firm pumping
capacity and to utilize the Water Treatment
Facility at full capacity.
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CITY OF PRIOR LAKE PROJECT DETAIL
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM Adopted 08.22.2016
2017 - 2021
CIP Cost / Benefit
Project Reference Description Purpose Impact Statement
Watermain Improvements CIP13 Watermain replacements outside of replacements that
are completed in conjunction with street projects.
No projects currently planned for 2017-2021
Proactive replacement of deteriorated or
undersized watermain. New watermain to
provide looping and system redundancies.
Reduces the potential for costly emergency
repairs due to leaks and breaks.
Water System CIP14 Additional treatment capacity to accommodate
demand growths within the City. Replacement of
equipment at the Water Treatment Plant.
2017 - 2021 Annual Equipment Replacement
Joint Agreement with SMSC to provide future finished
water.
Replacement of existing equipment at Water
Treatment Facility.
Replacement of key equipment necessary as it
reaches its life expectancy. Additional capacity
needed with current water supply deficit.
Pressure Reducing Valves CIP15 No projects currently planned for 2017-2021.Reduce pressure in service areas that have a
lower elevation within the Prior Lake community.
Reducing pressure in the distribution system will
assist in water conservation and water loss.
Water Storage CIP16 Additional water storage facilities.
Joint Agreement with SMSC to provide additional
storage.
Increase water storage to provide adequate
supply for high usage periods, fire protection and
system pressure. Provides better water quality by
increasing ability to circulate system.
Providing water pressure and fire flows to meet
ISO and Ten State Standards ensures fire
protection for properties within the community
and better ISO ratings.
Public Works (Sanitary Sewer)
Meter Replacement Program CIP11 Replacement of Automatic Meter Reading System
(AMRS).
The AMRS is nearing the end of it's life and has
started showing signs of MTU failures. In
addition, water meters deteriorate with age,
resulting in inaccurate readings. American Water
Works replacement guidelines estimate a 15-year
life on residential meters.
Battery failures may begin in the existing AMR
system in 2017. The City will want to consider
how the system will be replaced prior to
significant failures. In addition, replacement of
any meters will show a decrease in apparent loss
and in increase in revenue.
Sanitary Improvement CIP17 Sanitary Sewer replacements outside of replacements
that are completed in conjunction with street projects.
2021 Raspberry Ridge Sewer Rehabilitation.
Improve sanitary sewer main line which services
Commercial area, reduce infiltration issues and
improve flow.
Reduction of infiltration and settlements in
sanitary sewer which could be cause for sanitary
back-ups and impede flow design of main line
pipe.
Inflow / Infiltration Prevention CIP18 Sanitary Sewer rehabilitation or replacement.
Resume in 2019
Repairs or replacement of Sewers to reduce
water infiltration into collection system.
Reduction of lift station pumping and treatment
flow costs to the Met Council.
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CITY OF PRIOR LAKE PROJECT DETAIL
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM Adopted 08.22.2016
2017 - 2021
CIP Cost / Benefit
Project Reference Description Purpose Impact Statement
Sewer System Equipment Replacement CIP19 Replacement of equipment associated with lift
stations, etc. (pumps and controls)
To replace vital equipment in lift stations to
minimize risk of failure.
Reduce risk of failures creating sanitary sewer
backups and emergency situations.
Public Works (Stormwater)
Stormwater Infrastructure Maintenance CIP20 Maintaining existing structural stormwater practices
and adding new treatment. (locations vary)
Maintenance, retrofit and creation of other
structural practices such as; sump manholes,
bioretention, infiltration and filtration.
Using a targeted maintenance and retrofit
program to continually renew and improve the
overall water quality system effectiveness and
cost efficiency.
Pond Maintenance & Retrofit CIP21 Maintaining existing stormwater treatment ponds and
maximizing treatment (locations vary).
Maintenance, retrofit and creation of storm water
ponds to restore and enhance overall system
treatment efficiency.
Using a targeted maintenance and retrofit
program to continually renew and improve the
overall water quality system effectiveness and
cost efficiency.
Stormwater Improvements CIP22 Repair of Cates Creek Dam completed in conjunction
with Albany reconstruction.
Address flooding of street, washout of dam, and
lack of treatment.
Minimize street flooding, risk of dam failure and
improve overall conveyance efficiency and
treatment capacity.
Vehicles & Equipment
Equipment Replacement Plan CIP23 Replace vehicles and equipment as identified in the
replacement schedule.
To identify the City’s vehicle and equipment
needs and establish a regular replacement
schedule.
Maximize the useful life of the City's vehicles and
equipment.
Facilities
Facilities Management Plan CIP24 Repair or replace major components in City-owned
facilities.
To identify major repairs or improvements to all
City-owned facilities.
Maximize the useful life of the major components
in City-owned facilities.
Technology
Technology Plan CIP25 Replace hardware and software as identified in the
replacement schedule.
To identify hardware and software needs and
establish a regular replacement schedule.
Maximize the useful life of the City's hardware.
Upgrade software to utilize technology currently
available in order to deliver services in a cost-
effective manner.
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Appendix 5
Emergency Telephone List
Attachment 5
Prior Lake, MN
Emergency Telephone List
Emergency Response Team Name Work Telephone Alternate Telephone
Emergency Response Lead
Jason Wedel (952) 447 - 9890
Alternate Emergency
Response Lead
Jake Theise (952) 440 - 9678
Water Operator Andy Stephes (652) 447 – 9894 (952) 445 - 1411
Alternate Water Operator
Public Communications
State and Local Emergency
Response Contacts
Name Work Telephone Alternate Telephone
State Incident Duty Officer Minnesota Duty Officer 800/422-0798 Out State 651-649-5451 Metro
County Emergency Director
National Guard Minnesota Duty Officer 800/422-0798 Out State 651-649-5451 Metro
Mayor/Board Chair Mayor Kirt Briggs (612) 889 - 2250
Fire Chief Chief Rick Steinhaus (952) 440 - 3473
Sheriff Luke Hennen (952) 496 - 8300
Police Chief Police Department (952) 445 - 1411
Ambulance
Hospital
Doctor or Medical Facility
State and Local Agencies Name Work Telephone Alternate Telephone
MDH District Engineer
MDH Drinking Water Protection 651-201-4700
State Testing Laboratory Minnesota Duty Officer 800/422-0798 Out State 651-649-5451 Metro
MPCA
DNR Area Hydrologist Jennie Skancke (651) 259 - 5790
County Water Planner
Utilities Name Work Telephone Alternate Telephone
Electric Company Xcel Energy (800) 895 - 4999
Gas Company Centerpoint Energy (612) 372 - 4720
Telephone Company Century Link 1-800-475-7526
Gopher State One Call Utility Locations 800-252-1166 651-454-0002
Highway Department
Mutual Aid Agreements Name Work Telephone Alternate Telephone
Neighboring Water System Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux
Community
(952) 445 - 8900
Emergency Water Connection Savage, MN (952) 224-3400
Emergency Water Connection Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux
Community
(952) 445 - 8900
Emergency Water Connection Savage, MN (952) 224-3400
Technical/Contracted
Services/Supplies
Name Work Telephone Alternate Telephone
MRWA Technical Services
Well Driller/Repair
Pump Repair
Electrician
Plumber
Backhoe
Chemical Feed
Meter Repair
Generator
Valves
Pipe & Fittings
Water Storage
Laboratory
Engineering firm
Communications Name Work Telephone Alternate Telephone
News Paper Prior Lake American (952) 445 - 3333
Radio Station
School Superintendent
Property & Casualty Insurance
Critical Water Users Name Work Telephone Alternate Telephone
Hospital
Critical Use:
Nursing Home
Critical Use:
Public Shelter
Critical Use:
Appendix 6
Cooperative Agreements for Emergency Services
WATER PURCHASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN
THE CITY OF PRIOR LAKE AND THE SHAKOPEE
MDEWAKANTON SIOUX COMMUNITY
THIS WATER PURCHASE AGREEMENT (the "Agreement") is made and entered
into this Al s+- day of Mcut 2014, by and between the CITY OF PRIOR
LAKE, a Minnesota municipal corporation ("City") and the SHAKOPEE MDEWAKANTON
SIOUX COMMUNITY, a federally recognized Indian Tribe ("SMSC").
RECITALS
A. The SMSC is constructing an expansion ("Expansion") of the SMSC North Water
Treatment Facility (collectively the Expansion and the SMSC North Water Treatment Facility
are the "Facility"). The Facility will be capable of supplying water to the City as contemplated
by this Agreement.
B. The Parties desire to enter into this Agreement regarding the City's long term
purchase of water from the SMSC.
C. The City is authorized to enter into this Agreement pursuant to Minnesota Statutes
Chapter 412 and in particular § 412.221. The SMSC has been authorized by General Council
Resolution 09-10-13-010 to enter into this Agreement.
D. Definitions. For purposes of this Agreement, the following terms have the
assigned meaning.
Force Majeure. Force majeure means a condition beyond the reasonable control of the
SMSC and which it could not, by reasonable diligence, have avoided. Such conditions include
natural disaster, a lack of sufficient water in the required amount from the aquifer used by the
SMSC, fire, accidents, actions or decrees of governmental bodies, acts of God, wars (declared
and undeclared), acts of terrorism, riots, embargoes, civil insurrection, and other events of force
majeure, but shall not include a lack of funds or insufficiency of resources caused by lack of
funds.
Peak Demand. The right of the City to purchase from the Facility 700 gallons of water
per minute for 24 hours a day for 365 days a year up to 1,000,000 gallons per day for a period of
25 years.
Water Sales Unit or Unit. A quantity of 1000 gallons of water provided to the City.
Unit Rate. The cost in dollars to the City for one Unit.
E. Contemporaneous with the execution of this Agreement the City, the SMSC and
Guaranty Commercial Title, Inc. (Escrow Agent) have entered into that certain document entitled
Escrow Agreement" dated WI 1.1, 2014 ("Escrow Agreement").
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NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of their mutual covenants the Parties agree as
follows:
1. FACILITY. The SMSC will be solely responsible for the construction and maintenance
of the Facility and all related costs.
2. TERM. This Agreement shall have a term starting on June 1, 2014 and ending on June
30, 2039, subject to early termination pursuant to paragraph 31 hereof.
3. WATER ALLOCATION. The City shall have the right to purchase from the Facility
700 gallons of water per minute for 24 hours a day for 365 days a year up to 1,000,000 gallons
per day (hereinafter"peak demand") for a period of 25 years. The SMSC's failure to provide the
water required by this Agreement shall be excused on account of an event of force majeure, the
City's default, or the City's draw on the escrow funds in accordance with the Escrow Agreement.
The SMSC shall immediately give notice to the City of a condition of force majeure and shall
resume timely performance as soon as such condition is terminated. If peak demand lasts more
than 60 consecutive days the City's water purchases may be limited by the SMSC, upon written
notice to the City, to 840,000 gallons per day until the City's water purchases drop below
840,000 gallons per day. If the SMSC declares a force majeure on account of a lack of water
from the aquifer the City's purchases of water from the Facility Shall be limited to no more than
65% of the available aquifer production capacity. The City's right to purchase up to the peak
demand will be restored as soon as reasonably possible after such condition is terminated. The
City has the right to purchase additional capacity based on new or additional sources of water.
The City's right to purchase such additional capacity shall not become effective until it is agreed
to in writing by both the Tribal Administrator and City Manager.
4. PURCHASE PRICE. All water sales shall be completed in 1,000 gallon units (Unit).
The Unit Rate beginning on June 1, 2014 and running until December 31, 2018 shall be $1.10
per Unit. Before June 1, 2018, the parties shall review the actual cost of water and the Unit Rate
shall be reset to reflect the actual cost of producing water plus the incremental capital recapture
amount. The Unit Rate paid shall be increased on January 1 of 2019 and shall remain at that rate
for the subsequent 12 months. In June of each subsequent year for the life of this Agreement the
Parties shall meet and review the actual cost of water and the Unit Rate shall be reset to reflect
the actual cost of producing water plus the incremental capital recapture amount. That new Unit
Rate shall take effect January 1 of the following year.
The initial and subsequent review of the Unit Rate shall be completed by updating the initial
calculation spreadsheet attached hereto as Exhibit C.
The SMSC shall invoice the City monthly for water provided to the City from the Facility. The
invoice shall detail the amount of water purchased by the City for the invoice month and for the
year to date. The City shall pay each invoice within 35 days of receipt of the invoice.
5. OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE. The SMSC shall operate and maintain the
Facility in a manner consistent with all applicable Tribal, Federal, State of Minnesota, and City
laws, rules and regulations. The SMSC shall operate and maintain the Facility in a manner that
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ensures the City is supplied water from the Facility as set forth above. The SMSC shall also
ensure that the water delivered under this Agreement complies with the EPA's Safe Drinking
Water Act as may be amended.
6. ACCESS TO THE FACILITY. The City shall have the right to access the Facility in
order to inspect the Facility to ensure water quality and in order to maintain the City's property
including the City's SCADA system, the water main serving the City, and the fiber serving the
City. The City shall provide the SMSC with at least 24 hours' written notice prior to any such
access, provided, however that in an emergency the City shall not be required to provide 24
hours' written notice but will provide as much notice as is reasonably possible. At a minimum,
in an emergency, the City shall call the two telephone numbers supplied by the SMSC to provide
notice of access.
7. DAMAGE, DESTRUCTION AND INSURANCE. The SMSC shall maintain
insurance coverage for the Facility in amounts deemed appropriate by the SMSC but in no event
less than the replacement cost of the Facility. If all or any part of the Facility is damaged or
destroyed by fire, casualty, the elements or any other cause the SMSC shall immediately notify the
City of such fact and the SMSC shall immediately commence and diligently pursue repair to return
the Facility to its condition prior to such damage or destruction.
8. SMSC DEFAULT AND CITY REMEDIES. If the SMSC fails to operate or maintain
the Facility, fails to provide the required water or maintain the required water quality, terminates
or takes any action attempting to terminate this Agreement or the Escrow Agreement in any
manner other than as provided in paragraph 31 hereof, or in any other way breaches the terms,
conditions, representations or warranties contained in this Agreement or the Escrow Agreement
then the City shall have the right, as its sole and exclusive remedy and right of recourse, to make
a draw on the escrow funds as set forth in the Escrow Agreement.
9. CITY DEFAULT AND SMSC REMEDIES. If the City fails to make the required
payments or in any other way breaches the terms or conditions contained in this Agreement, then
the SMSC's sole and exclusive remedy and right of recourse is to cease providing the required
water allocation to the City upon thirty days' written notice to City of failure to make said
payment(s). If, with-in twelve (12) months after the SMSC has ceased providing water to the
City, the City makes all required past due and current payments, the SMSC shall immediately
resume providing City with the allocated water.
10. GOVERNING LAW. This Agreement is governed by and must be construed in
accordance with the laws of the State of Minnesota without regard to Minnesota's conflict-of-
law provisions.
11. WAIVER OF TRIBAL COURT JURISDICTION AND EXHAUSTION-OF-
TRIBAL REMEDIES DOCTRINE. In connection with any matter pertaining to this
Agreement, the Escrow, the Escrow Agreement, or the City's draw on the Escrow, the SMSC
expressly waives the right to have disputes resolved in the Tribal Court and waives application of
the doctrines of exhaustion of tribal remedies, abstention, or comity that might otherwise require
that a claim be heard first in the Tribal Court. In addition to the above and not as a limitation
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thereof, if the SMSC desires to contest any matter relating to this Agreement, the Escrow, the
Escrow Agreement, or the City's draw on the Escrow including but not limited to the Escrow
Agent's actions under the Escrow Agreement (hereinafter referred to as a "Claim"), the SMSC's
sole and exclusive remedy and right of recourse is to bring any action relating thereto in
Minnesota State District Court, Scott County. Each party shall bear its own costs and expenses,
including attorney's fees, incurred in the proceeding. The parties acknowledge that if SMSC
initiates any claim in State court, under established law the claim will act as an express and
irrevocable waiver of its sovereign immunity and all defenses based thereon for itself and its
agents, with respect to the clam and all defenses of the City, whether arising during or after the
expiration of this Agreement.
12. AUTHORIZATION. This Agreement and all of its terms, including but not limited to
the governing law, disclaimer of Tribal Court jurisdiction and waiver of application of Tribal
Exhaustion doctrine also known as tribal exhaustion of remedies doctrine, have been authorized
and approved by the SMSC's Business Council Resolution No. 05-21-14-02, adopted the 21st
day of May, 2014, attached hereto as Exhibit A. This Agreement and of its terms, including but
not limited to the governing law, disclaimer of Tribal Court jurisdiction and waiver of
application of Tribal Exhaustion doctrine also known as tribal exhaustion of remedies doctrine,
have been auth,prized and approved by the City Council of the City of Prior Lake by Resolution
adopted theZ17ay of 2014, attached hereto as Exhibit B.
13. NON-IMPAIRMEN . The Business Council will not initiate enactment of any law,
ordinance, rule or regulation that would impair the obligations of the SMSC under this
Agreement or under the Escrow Agreement. This provision shall not impair the right of the
SMSC to terminate this Agreement under paragraph 31 hereof.
14. REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES REGARDING IMPAIRMENT. The
Business Council represents and warrants that except for taking steps to terminate this
Agreement as allowed under paragraph 31 hereof, it will not initiate any action to impair this
Agreement or the Escrow Agreement, to include an action to rescind this Agreement, the Escrow
Agreement or any waiver contained in this Agreement or the Escrow Agreement.
15. TAXES, FEES AND PERMITS. No taxes or fees shall be imposed by the SMSC on
the City on account of this Agreement. The City is not required to obtain any permit from the
SMSC to purchase water under this Agreement.
16. EMPLOYEE STATUS. Any and all persons engaged in the work to be performed by
the SMSC related to this Agreement or the Facility shall not be considered employees of the City
for any purpose, including Worker's Compensation or any and all claims that may or might arise
out of said employment context on behalf of said employees while so engaged. Any and all
claims made by any third party as a consequence of any act or omission on the part of said
SMSC employees while so engaged on any of the work contemplated herein shall not be the
obligation or responsibility of the City. Any and all persons engaged in the work to be
performed by the City related to this Agreement shall not be considered employees of the SMSC
for any purpose, including Worker's Compensation or any and all claims that may or might arise
out of said employment context on behalf of said employees while so engaged. Any and all
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claims made by any third party as a consequence of any act or omission on the part of said City
employees while so engaged on any of the work contemplated herein shall not be the obligation
or responsibility of the SMSC.
17. AUDITS. Any books, records, documents, and accounting procedures and practices of a
party related to this Agreement are subject to examination by the other party and either the
Legislative Auditor or the State Auditor, as appropriate. The parties agree to maintain these
records for a period of six years from the date of performance of all services covered under this
Agreement.
18. INDEMNIFICATION. Each party is responsible for its own acts and omissions and the
results thereof to the extent authorized by law. The SMSC will indemnify the City and hold it
harmless from and against all judgments, claims, damages, costs and expenses, including a
reasonable amount as and for its attorney's fees paid, incurred, or for which it may be liable,
resulting from the negligent acts and omissions of the SMSC, its subcontractors, employees, or
agents. The City's liability is subject to the limits applicable to a municipality as set forth in
Minn. Stat. Ch. 466. The SMSC's tort liability is subject to the limits set forth in and subject to
the SMSC Tort Claims Ordinance.
19. DATA PRACTICES. All data created, collected, received, maintained or disseminated
by the City for any purpose in the course of this Agreement is governed by the Minnesota
Government Data Practices Act, Minn. Stat. Ch. 13, any other applicable state statute, and any
state rules adopted to implement the act, as well as federal regulations on data privacy.
20. DISCRIMINATION. In performance of this Agreement, neither Party shall
discriminate on the grounds of or because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex,
marital status, status with regards to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation, or age
against any employee, subcontractor, or any applicant for employment. Both Parties shall
include a similar provision in all contracts with subcontractors to this Agreement. Both Parties
further agree to comply with all aspects of the Minnesota Human Rights Act, Minn. Stat. Section
363.01, et seq., Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and the Americans with Disabilities Act
of 1990. The parties understand and agree that pursuant to 42 USC Subchapter VI, the SMSC's
qualifying Indian preference laws, policies, and practices do not constitute discrimination.
21. CONFLICTS. No salaried officer or employee of City shall have a financial interest,
direct or indirect, in this Agreement. The violation of this provision renders the Agreement void.
22. LIMITATION OF REMEDIES. In the event of a breach of the Agreement neither
party shall be entitled to recover punitive, special or consequential damages or damages for loss
of business.
23. ASSIGNMENT. Neither party shall assign this Agreement, nor any interest arising
herein, without the prior written consent of the other party.
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24. SEVERABILITY. The provisions of this Agreement are severable. If any portion
hereof is, for any reason, held by a court of competent jurisdiction to be contrary to law, such
decision shall not affect the remaining provisions of this Agreement.
25. WAIVER. No action nor failure to act by the City or the SMSC shall constitute a waiver
of any right or duty afforded any of them under the Agreement, nor shall any such action or
failure to act constitute an approval of or acquiescence in any breach thereunder, except as may
be specifically agreed in writing.
26. DISPUTE RESOLUTION. The parties agree to use their best efforts to negotiate an
amicable resolution of any dispute arising from this Agreement. If the parties are unable to
negotiate an amicable resolution of a dispute within fourteen days from the date written notice of
the dispute is provided to the other party, or such other period as the parties agree to in writing,
the parties may enter into mediation. Upon service of a written notice requesting mediation, the
parties shall have ten days to select one person to act as a mediator. If the parties are unable to
agree upon a mediator, the Chief Judge of the Scott County District Court of Minnesota shall
select a mediator. The mediation shall be conducted pursuant to the procedures used by the
mediator. Each party shall bear its own cost of the mediation process. The parties shall share
equally the fees and expenses of the mediator. Mediation is a voluntary process. The mediator
does not have the authority to bind either party absent the party's consent.
27. NOTICES. Any notice required to be given to City or the SMSC pursuant to this
Agreement shall be in writing and shall be deemed duly given: (i) on the date of personal
delivery; (ii) on the date and time of confirmation if sent via facsimile (with verification of
receipt); (iii) one business day following dispatch by Federal Express or equivalent; or (iv) three
business days after mailing certified or registered mail, postage prepaid, return receipt requested,
to respective addresses of the parties set out below:
SMSC:With copies to:
Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community
Attn: Chairman Attn: Tribal Administrator
2330 Sioux Trail NW 2330 Sioux Trail NW
Prior Lake, MN 55372 Prior Lake, MN 55372
FAX: 952-445-8906 FAX: 952-445-8906
Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community
Attn: Special Staff Legal Council
2330 Sioux Trail NW
Prior Lake, MN 55372
FAX: 952-445-8906
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CITY OF PRIOR LAKE: With copies to:
City of Prior Lake City of Prior Lake
Attn: Public Works Director Attn: City Manager
4646 Dakota Street SE 4646 Dakota Street SE
Prior Lake, Minnesota 55372 Prior Lake, Minnesota 55372
Fax: 952-447-4245 Fax: 952-447-4245
Gregerson, Rosow, Johnson&Nilan
Attn: Richard F. Rosow
650 Third Ave South, Suite 1600
Minneapolis, MN 55402
Fax: 612-349-6718
28. SIGNING OF AGREEMENT. This Agreement may be signed in counterparts and on
different dates by each party without affecting the validity thereof.
29. INTEGRATION. The entire and integrated agreement of the parties contained in this
Agreement shall supersede all prior negotiations, representations, or agreements between the
parties regarding the subject matter hereof, whether written or oral.
30. CROSS DEFAULT. A default by either party under this Agreement is a default under
the Escrow Agreement.
31. TERMINATION. This Agreement may be terminated by either party by four (4) years
prior written notice delivered to the other party at the address written above.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, this Agreement has been executed as of the day and year first
above written.
Remainder of Page Intentionally Left Blank. Signature Pages Follow.]
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CITY OF PRIOR LAKE
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COUNTY OF SCOTT
The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this 0/7411- day of
2014, by Kenneth L. Hedberg and Frank Boyles, the Mayor and City Manager,
respec ely, of the City of Prior Lake, a Minnesota municipal corporation, on behalf of the
corpor ion and pursuant to the authority granted by its City Council.
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SHAKOPEE MDEWAKANTON SIOUX COMMUNITY
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STATE OF MINNESOTA )
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COUNTY OF SCOTT
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day of
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Sioux Community, a federally recognized Indian Tribe, on behalf of the tribe and pursuant to the
authority granted by its General Council.
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BUSINESS COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. 05-21-14-02
AUTHORIZING A WATER PURCHASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
PRIOR LAKE AND THE SHAKOPEE MDEWAKANTON SIOUX COMMUNITY
WHEREAS, the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community is a sovereign Indian Tribe,
federally recognized, organized under the Indian Reorganization Act of 1934, and
is governed under the terms of the constitution approved by the Secretary of the
Interior on November 28, 1969, as amended; and
WHEREAS, Article III of the Constitution of the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community
provides that the General Council is the governing body of the Community; and
WHEREAS, the General Council is vested with authority under Article V, §§ 1(a), (c) and (e),
of the Constitution, "To negotiate and contract with the Federal, State, and local
governments on behalf of the community", "To approve or veto any
sale...of...community assets" and"To manage all economic affairs and
enterprises of the community", respectively; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Article V, §1 of the Constitution, the General Council has delegated to
the Business Council of the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community the
responsibility to oversee and manage the day-to-day affairs of the Community's
government operations; and
WHEREAS, the Business Council is further authorized General Council Resolution No. 09-11-
01-03 to enter into intergovernmental agreements with the Cities of Prior Lake
and Shakopee and Scott County when necessary and appropriate as determined by
the Business Council; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to General Council Resolution No. 09-10-13-10,the General Council
approved a capital expenditure for the New Production Well and North
Residential Subdivision Water Plant Expansion; and
WHEREAS, such approval was in part based upon discussions between the Community and
the City of Prior Lake concerning the City's need for water and the Community's
willingness to supply the City with water from the North Residential Subdivision
Plant; and
WHEREAS, in anticipation of a formal agreement between the Community and the City for the
purchase of water, construction plans for the water treatment plant included
Business Council Resolution No. 05-21-14-02
infrastructure sufficient to support the production,treatment, monitoring and
passage of water to an interconnect site that permits access to the City's water
supply line; and
WHEREAS, the Community and the City have now negotiated a formal agreement for the
purchase of water by the City from the Community on terms both mutually
satisfactory to and in the best interests of both parties and are prepared to execute
such formal agreement; and
WHEREAS, the Community and the City have also agreed to execute a related Escrow
Agreement in further support of the parties' obligations set forth in the agreement.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that pursuant to the authority delegated to it by the
General Council, the Business Council hereby APPROVES the Water Purchase
Agreement Between the City of Prior Lake and the Shakopee Mdewakanton
Sioux Community, and the related Escrow Agreement, on such terms and
conditions therein specified.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Business Council is hereby
AUTHORIZED to execute such Agreements, and any related agreements, on
behalf of the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community.
CERTIFICATION
This Resolution No. 05-21-14-02 was presented to the Business Council of the Shakopee
Mdewakanton Sioux Community at a meeting held on May 21, 2014, with a quorum being
present. The vote on this Resolution was 3 for, 0 against, and 0 - abstentions.
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RESOLUTION 14-089
A RESOLUTION APPROVING A WATER PURCHASE AND ESCROW AGREEMENT WITH THE
SHAKOPEE MDEWAKANTON SIOUX COMMUNITY
Motion By: Keeney Second By: Morton
WHEREAS, In May 2012 The City completed an evaluation of available options for additional water supply;
and
WHEREAS, The study noted the most cost effective option was to purchase water from the Shakopee
Mdewakanton Sioux Community(SMSC) north water plant; and
WHEREAS, The SMSC is constructing an expansion their North Water Treatment Facility. The Facility will
be capable of supplying water to the City as contemplated by the Agreement; and
WHEREAS, The City is authorized to enter into contracts pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Chapter§
412.221; and
WHEREAS, The Parties desire to enter into an Agreement regarding the City's long term purchase of water
from the SMSC.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF PRIOR LAKE,
MINNESOTA as follows:
1. The recitals set forth above are incorporated herein.
2. The City Council hereby approves a Water Purchase and Escrow agreements with the Shakopee
Mdewakanton Sioux Community for the purchase of water and authorize the Mayor and City Manager
to execute the same.
PASSED AND ADOPTED THIS 27th DAY OF May 2014.
VOTE Hedberg Keeney McGuire Morton Soukup
Aye
Nay 0 0 0 0
Absent 0 0 0 0 0
Abstain 0 0 0 0 0
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Appendix 7
Municipal Critical Water Deficiency Ordinance
Appendix 8
Graph(s) showing annual per-capita water demand for each
customer category
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20.0
40.0
60.0
80.0
100.0
120.0
2005 2007 2009 2011 2013 2015 2017 2019 2021 2023 2025Gallons Per Capita Day (gpcd)Prior Lake Water Usage
Residential GPCD C/I/I GPCD Total GPCD
Linear (Residential GPCD)Linear (C/I/I GPCD)Linear (Total GPCD)
Appendix 9
Water Rate Structure
Appendix 10
Adopted or Proposed regulations to reduce demand or improve
water efficiency
PublicWays & Property
705.600 BWBWMULKATERANDULKATERETERS
BulkWater. 705.601 Bulkwater maybeobtainedfromtheCityuponpaymentofthe applicable
feesandcharges.
BulkWaterfromHydrants. 705.602 Nopersonexceptanemployee orauthorized agent of
the Cityormember ofthePriorLakeFireDepartment mayoperateafire hydrant
without apermit. Acontractor orindividual mayapplytothe Cityforapermit toobtain
abulkwater meter. Theapplicationshallbeonaformprovidedbythe Cityandbe
accompanied bythefee setforthinthe Cityfee schedule. TheCitymayissuethe
permit, ifinhisorhersolediscretionthe requested usewill notinterfere with or
negatively affecttheCity’swater system. Ifthepermit isissued, a hydrantmeter shall
beissued tothepermittee. Thepermitteeshallberesponsibleforanydamage caused
tothe hydrantmeter untilitisreturnedtothe City. Thecontractor orindividual shallbe
responsible forpayingfor thewaterusage atthecurrent rate.
705.700 WURATERSEESTRICTIONS
Annual Water UseRestrictions705.701 . Thefollowing limitations shallbe imposed onthe
useofthe publicwater supplytoconserve water resourcesandprovideflexibilityto
meetpeak demands:
1) Anodd/evensprinklingrestriction basedonstreetaddressesisineffect fromMay1
toOctober 1eachyear. Residentswithoddnumberedaddresses maywater on
oddnumbered calendardays; residents withevennumbered addressesmaywater
oneven numberedcalendar days.
2) Homeowners' associationsand apartment complexeswitha common irrigation
systemmaywateronlyeveryother day. Homeowners' associations and
apartments northof160th Street maywater on oddnumbereddays and
homeowners' associationsandapartments south of160thStreet maywateron
even numbereddays.
3) Citywater cannotbeused forthe purposes ofirrigating orwateringoflawns, sod,
orseededareas or other non-essential outdoor usesbetweenteno'clock (10:00)
A.M. andfiveo'clock (5:00) P.M. daily.
Exceptionsto Annual Water UseRestrictions. 705.702 Thefollowing activities areexempt
from theodd/evenanddaytimewateringrestrictions:
1) Limited handwatering ofgardens andplantsusinga hose.
2) Wateringofareas withnewsodorseedwithin thirty (30) daysofinstallationsubject
toawateringpermit.
3) Watering fromasource otherthanthepublicwater supplyif thewater userhas
registered thealternative source andthe alternativesource isproperly permitted by
CityofPriorLake
705/p6
PublicWays & Property
thestateofMinnesota. Underthisexemption, theCity mayinspect theproperty to
ensurecompliance.
4) Cityathleticfieldcomplexes.
5) Theuseofprivatewells for irrigation.
6) Residential pumpingfromthelake.
Water Emergency705.703 . TheCityManager ordesignee mayimpose emergency
regulationspertaining topublicwaterusewhenintheManager’s discretion such
restrictions arenecessary toprotect thepublichealth, safety, andgeneral welfare.
When determining ifthereis awater emergency theCityManager ordesigneeshall
considerwhether: (i) production ofwatercannotmeetthedemand; (ii) waterinstorage
isexpected tobedepleted withintwenty-four hours; and (iii) thereisaserious
malfunction ofequipment orfacilities.
1) Therestrictions onwater usemayinclude, but arenot limitedtoatotalprohibition
ofwatering, sprinkling, orirrigationof lawn, grass, turf, orplantings.
2) Restrictions imposedduringanemergencyshallcontinue ineffect untilthe endof
theemergency and/orremoved bytheCityManager orhis/her designee.
3) Notificationofrestrictions maybemade usinglocalmediaandanyother means
availabletopublicizethe water emergencyandtoinformthecitizensofthewater
restrictions.
705.800 FFDAILUREOFACILITIESAND ISCONTINUANCE
Failureof Facilities. 705.801 TheCityshallnot beheldliableatanytimefor anydeficiency or
failureinthe water orsanitarysewerfacilities, includingbutnot limitedtosupplyof
water, watershutoffsandsanitarysewer backups.
Discontinuance. 705.802
1) WaterservicemaybeshutoffordiscontinuedwhenevertheCityPublicWorks
Director or CityEngineerdetermines that:
a) Theowneroroccupantofthepremisesservedoranypersonworkingonany
connectionforthepremisesserved bypublic waterandsanitary sewerfacilities
has violatedany requirement oftheCityCoderelativethereto, orany connection
therewith;
b) Anychargeoranyotherfinancialobligationimposed bythisPart7onthepresent
owneroroccupant ofthepremisesservedisunpaid afterduenoticethereof;
c) Thereisfraudormisrepresentation bytheowner oroccupant inconnection with
anyapplicationforservice ordeliveryorcharges;
d) Thereisahealthor safetyconcern related tothewaterorsanitary sewerfacilities;
or
CityofPriorLake
705/p7
Appendix 11
Implementation Checklist
The City of Prior Lake plans to focus on continuing to reduce and maintain low residential and
total demands. They currently are proactive in reducing demands and will continue to utilize all
resources to reduce demands.
Activity
Implemented
Activity or Action Item Timeframe
X Revise city ordinances/codes to limit irrigation Ongoing. City continues to review
and revise as needed
X Make water system infrastructure improvements Ongoing
X Revise ordinance to limit irrigation – Odd and even
day sprinkling ban enforcement
Ongoing. City continues to review
and revise as needed
Implement a notification system to inform customers
when water availability conditions change.
Possibly within 10 years
X Provide rebates or incentives to reduce outdoor water
use (e.g., turf replacement/reduction, rain gardens,
rain barrels, smart irrigation, outdoor water use
meters, etc.)
Ongoing. City is evaluating
efficiency of program and
availability of resources.
Modifications to the program are
done as necessary.
X Conduct audience-appropriate water conservation
education and outreach.
Ongoing
X Repair leaking system components (e.g., pipes, valves) Ongoing
Replace water meters with new advanced meters and
update records
Anticipated starting in 2018 or
2019
Appendix 12
Information for Table 10
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Surface Water Management
In 1995, Minnesota Statutes Section 473.859, subd. 2 was amended to make the local water plan
(often referred to as local surface water management plans) required by section 103B. 235 a part of the
land use plan of the local comprehensive plan. Minnesota Rules Chapter 8410, updated in July of 2015,
includes the requirements for local water management plans. The main change that you need to be
aware of is that all communities in the metropolitan area must update their local water plan between
January 1, 2017 and December 31, 2018. This means that Prior Lake must update its local water plan
as part of the comprehensive plan update. The community’s updated local water plan should be
submitted to the Council for its review concurrent with the review by the Watershed Management
Organization(s) within whose watershed(s) the community is located. Failure to have an updated
local water plan will result in the comprehensive plan being found incomplete for review until
the required plan is provided to the Council.
Local water plans must meet the requirements for local water plans in Minnesota Statutes, section
103B.235 and Minnesota Rules Chapter 8410. In general, local surface water plans need to include a
summary of the priorities and problems in the community; structural, nonstructural and programmatic
actions to take to address the priorities and problems; and clearly identified funding mechanisms to fix
the problems.
More detailed guidance for the local water plans can be found in Appendix C of the Council’s 2040
Water Resources Policy Plan and in the Council’s current Local Planning Handbook.
In addition, the Council has also updated its priority lake list that was first developed in the 1980s as
part of the Water Resources Policy Plan update. Figure 2 shows the priority lakes for Prior Lake. The
Council uses the priority lake list to focus its limited resources. The list is also used in the environmental
review process. Where a proposed development may impact a priority lake, the project proposer must
complete a nutrient budget analysis for the lake as part of the environmental review process.
Also included on Figure 2 is the watershed organization(s) that Prior Lake is part of and a list of
impaired waters in the community for use in development of your local water plans.
Other Plan Considerations
Water Supply
Local comprehensive plans also address water supply (Minn. Stat., Sec. 473.859). For communities in
the metropolitan area with municipal water supply systems, this local comprehensive plan requirement
is met by completing the local water supply plan template, which was jointly developed by the
Metropolitan Council and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resource (DNR).
FOR COMMUNITIES WHO OWN/OPERATE A PUBLIC WATER SUPPLY SYSTEM:
Because your community owns/operates a municipal community public water supply system (PWS),
the local water supply plan must be updated as part of the local comprehensive plan (Minn. Stat., Sec.
103G.291).
The updated local water supply plan should include information about your community along
with information about any neighboring communities served by your system.
You should update your local water supply plan upon notification by DNR. Local water supply plan due
dates will be staggered between January 1, 2017 and December 31, 2018. Your updated local water
supply plan should be submitted to the DNR. DNR will share the plan with the Council, and it will be
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reviewed concurrently by both agencies. This schedule allows the local water supply plans to be
completed and included in the local comprehensive plan.
Failure to have an updated local water plan will result in the comprehensive plan being found
incomplete for review until the required plan is provided to the Council.
The water supply plan template fulfills multiple statutory obligations including:
• Minn. Stat., Sec. 103G.291 to complete a water supply plan including demand reduction
• Minn. Stat., Sec. 473.859 to address water supply in local comprehensive plans
• Minn. Administrative Rules 4720.5280 to address contingency planning for water supply
interruption
The plan must be officially adopted by your community, and if applicable the utility board, as part of the
local comprehensive plan.
At a minimum, the updated local water supply plan must use the joint DNR and Metropolitan Council
template and include water demand projections that are consistent with the community’s population
forecast provided in the introductory section of this system statement. Potential water supply issues
should be acknowledged, monitoring and conservation programs should be developed, and
approaches to resolve any issues should be identified.
Guidance and information for water supply planning can be found in the Appendix C of the 2040 Water
Resources Policy Plan, the Local Planning Handbook, and the Council’s Master Water Supply Plan.
The Council’s Master Water Supply Plan provides communities in the region with planning assistance
for water supply in a way that:
• Recognizes local control and responsibility for owning, maintaining and operating water systems
• Is developed in cooperation and consultation with municipal water suppliers, regional
stakeholders and state agencies
• Protects critical habitat and water resources over the long term
• Meets regional needs for a reliable, secure water supply
• Highlights the benefits of integrated planning for stormwater, wastewater and water supply
• Emphasizes and supports conservation and inter-jurisdictional cooperation
• Provides clear guidance by identifying key challenges/issues/considerations in the region and
available approaches without dictating solutions
Figures 3-5 illustrate some water supply considerations that the community may consider as they
develop their local water supply plans, such as: aquifer water levels, groundwater and surface water
interactions, areas where aquifer tests or monitoring may be needed to reduce uncertainty, regulatory
and management areas, and emergency interconnections.
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Figure 1. MCES Sanitary Sewer Meter Service Areas
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Figure 2. Surface Water Resources
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Figure 3. Surface water features and interaction with the regional groundwater system, and state-protected surface water features
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Figure 4. Availability of MN Department of Natural Resources groundwater level and MN Department of Health aquifer test data
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Figure 5. Municipal public water supply system interconnections and regulatory management areas
MMAASSTTEERR WWAATTEERR SSUUPPPPLLYY PPLLAANN
Prior Lake Water Supply Profile
Overview of water system and use in the community
The community owns and operates their own water supply system.
Available approaches to meet current and future demand
1. Conservation
2. Groundwater sources
3. Stormwater reuse
4. Reclaimed wastewater
5. Enhanced recharge
6. Surface water sources
Number of active public and private DNR-permitted wells and surface water intakes that provide water
to residents and businesses in the community
Source
Municipal Wells or
intakes in the
community
Non-Municipal Wells or
intakes in the
community
Municipal Wells or
intakes outside the
community
Mt. Simon-Hinckley (MTSH)0 0 0
Prairie du Chien-Jordan
(PDCJ)
4 0 0
Quaternary (QUAT)0 0 0
Tunnel City-Wonewoc
(TCW)
1 0 0
Multi-aquifer (MULTI)2 0 0
Surface Water (SW)0 1 0
Amount of water used, on average, by water appropriation permit holders in key water use cat-
egories (chart will be blank if no DNR-permitted wells or intakes provide water in the
community)
QUAT
TCW
PDCJ
OTHER
MTSH
SW
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Municipal Water Use
Municipal water treatment: Iron/Manganese Sequestration, Disinfection, Other, Fluoride , Iron/Manganese
Removal, Taste/Odor control
Rate structure: Increasing Block
Permitted amount in 2012: 900 (million gallons/year)
Reported use in 2012: 910 (million gallons/year) 2.49 (million gallons/day)
Note:this may be higher than permitted amount if, for example, water is purchased from a neighbor
Residential water use per person in 2012: 93 gallons per person per day
Water use by major categories in 2012
Agricultural
Commercial
Non-Revenue
Industrial
Residential
Historical municipal water use in the community
MMAASSTTEERR WWAATTEERR SSUUPPPPLLYY PPLLAANN
Projected municipal water use
2020 2030 2040
Population Served 27,500 33,900 40,500
Total Population 27,500 33,900 40,500
Projected Average Daily Water Use (Million Gal./Day), Plus or Minus
20%
2.93 3.61 4.32
Total Per Capita Water Use (Gal./Person/Day)107 107 107
What per capita water use would be, if population grew without
changing total water use:
91 74 62
Water resource plans and permits that address the following issues support more sustainable
water supplies
• State and federal requirements, such as Safe Drinking Water Act standards, conditions identified on water
appropriation permits issued by the DNR, water quality permits issued by the MPCA and others
• Potential for water use conflicts and well interference
– Due to the pervasiveness of private wells in the metro area, there exists a potential water use conflict
and well interference of all appropriators
• Potential for significant decline in aquifer water levels
– Regional groundwater modeling indicates significant aquifer decline under pumping rates that meet
the projected range of 2040 demand
• Potential for impacts of groundwater pumping on surface water features and ecosystems
– A state-protected calcareous fen has been mapped nearby
– A state-designated trout stream has been mapped nearby
– Surface waters in this area may be directly connected to regional groundwater system
– A spring has been mapped nearby
• Significant vulnerability to contamination
– Travel time from land surface to bedrock aquifers is estimated to be less than 50 years
• Significant uncertainty about aquifer productivity and extent
– Part of the area may not be well-represented by a Minnesota Department of Health aquifer test
–Part of the area may not be represented by a Minnesota Department of Natural Resources or com-
munity observation well
Note:Local studies may be underway or completed to provide more information about these issues.
The Metropolitan Council's Local Planning Handbook contains interactive maps of all of these issues, and they
are also summarized in Chapter 5 of this Master Water Supply Plan.
As appropriate, incorporate the following actions into plans and programs, consistent with your
organization's roles and responsibilities
• Acknowledge the issues above and support partnerships to address them in local water supply plans and
water appropriation permit applications.
•Explore and support water demand (water conservation) programs such as incentives, ordinances, educa-
tion and outreach, rates and other approaches. The Metropolitan Council Water Conservation Toolbox can
support these efforts.
MMAASSTTEERR WWAATTEERR SSUUPPPPLLYY PPLLAANN
•Promote the evaluation of water conflict and well interface as part of the water appropriation permit re-
quest and review process. Before requesting water appropriations, water users in this areas should evalu-
ate the need to address water conflict and well interference including a) an inventory of all active domestic
and public water supply wells near proposed well locations and b) an analysis of existing water level/water
withdrawal data to identify where future drawdowns could affect domestic wells.
• Support collaborative efforts to evaluate the likelihood of significant declines in aquifer water levels before
water appropriation permits are requested. The analysis may be determined in consultation with DNR and
can vary from a graphical comparison of water levels to local groundwater flow modeling. If this analysis
suggests future declines are likely to be unacceptable, a management plan should be developed and in-
clude additional water level and pumping rate monitoring, triggers and actions to protect aquifer levels, a
schedule for periodic analysis of data to identify the need for action to mitigate impacts, and a schedule for
periodic and timely reporting to DNR.
• Work with partners to evaluate relationships between aquifer withdrawals and surface water features. If a
connection is likely, management plans should include aquifer testing, monitoring water levels and pump-
ing rates and surface water flow, triggers and actions to protect aquifer levels, a schedule for periodic anal-
ysis of data to identify the need for action to mitigate impacts, and a schedule for periodic and timely
reporting to DNR.
•Collaborate with partners, including MDH, to support local actions that prevent the spread of contamina-
tion. This may include implementation of source-water protection plan measures to mitigate public health
risks. Where significant contamination exists, MDH will continue enhanced monitoring, and public water
suppliers in the area may need to implement treatment processes to meet Safe Drinking Water Act require-
ments and manage pumping to better control the extent and magnitude of contaminant plumes.
•Work with partners to identify opportunities for sharing information, reducing duplicate work, and partner-
ing on projects that improve understanding about aquifer productivity and extent.
• Support collaborative efforts to periodically review local water supply risks and potential alternatives to
mitigate those risks. Technical advances, regulatory adjustments and sub-regional developments can
present new opportunities for local water suppliers to enhance the resiliency, sustainability, and affordabil-
ity of their water supplies.
• Continue to work with local, state and federal agencies, as required.
Note:The actions listed above may be underway or completed, and information may be available from
local public water suppliers, planners, or water resource managers.
Additional information and guidance is provided in the Local Planning Handbook. Metropolitan Council staff
can also provide technical and planning assistance.
Instructions 9/30/15
Minnesota Water Supply Plan Instructions & Checklist
2016-2018
Public Water Suppliers All public water suppliers in Minnesota that operate a public water distribution system, serve more than 1,000 people and/or all cities in the seven-county metropolitan area, must have a water supply plan approved by the Department of Natural Resources (DNR). Water supply plans must be updated and submitted to the DNR for approval every ten years. This requirement, in place since the 1990s, is designed to encourage communities to deal proactively with providing sustainable drinking water for citizens, businesses, and industry.1 These plan updates will be due between 2016 and 2018; the DNR will be notifying communities of the due date for each specific city water plan. All sections of the water supply plan must be completed in order for the plan to be approved. A checklist is included with these instructions on pages 4 and 5.
What is New?
• Plans can be submitted through Minnesota DNR Permitting and Reporting System (MPARS).
• DNR Hydrologists will be meeting with clusters of communities rather than individually. In the Twin Cities metropolitan area, Metropolitan Council staff will also provide technical assistance and in Greater MN, staff from MN Rural Waters Association will join us.
• There is a greater emphasis on water conservation/demand reduction and on developing rate structures that encourage conservation.
• Simplified reporting: More tables with check boxes; less writing required.
• Part 4 of the plan, required for communities in the seven-county metropolitan area, now reflects the Twin Cities metropolitan area Master Water Supply Plan
• Resources - can be found at www.mndnr.gov/watersupplyplans including copies of sample rate structures, conservation ordinances, education programs, water level recording forms, certificate of adoption, and other items as well as links to useful conservation web pages.
Submitting a Plan for DNR Approval Preferably, please submit plans electronically to:
https://webapps11.dnr.state.mn.us/mpars/public/authentication/login Steps for electronic submission: 1. Follow the above link and log into MPARS. 2. From your Account Overview Permits Tab, click on your primary Water Supply Permit Number. 3. Then click on Communication Tab. 4. Click New Message to Hydrologist (under Communication heading)
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5. Type in the Subject heading and a brief message
6. Click Add Attachment 7. Under Document Type drop down, select Water Supply Plan 8. Click choose file and attach your Water Supply Plan - Naming convention: WSP_cityname_permitnumber_date.doc Please include list of all permit numbers associated with this Water Supply in the message field 9. Hit Send at the bottom of the page Or submit completed plans to: DNR Waters Water Permit Programs Supervisor 500 Lafayette Road St. Paul, MN 55155-4025 Plans for communities in the seven-county metropolitan area will be automatically shared with the Metropolitan Council.
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If you have questions regarding water supply plans, please call (651) 259-5034 or e-mail questions to wateruse.dnr@state.mn.us
Twin Cities Metropolitan Area Requirements All communities that operate a public water supply system within the seven county Twin Cities metropolitan area, even those with fewer than 1,000 people, must complete a local water supply plan and submit it to the Metropolitan Council, adjacent communities, and the county for review and comment. These plans include completion of Part 4 of the local water supply plan template. Please submit plans to DNR Ecological and Water Resources Division as described above. Plans for communities in the seven-county metropolitan area will be shared with the Metropolitan Council.
Final Plan Adoption by City or Board Communities give the plan preliminary approval subject to DNR review and, for communities in the seven-county metropolitan area, by Metropolitan Council review. If the DNR or Metropolitan Council have recommended changes, the community should incorporate them into the plan or respond before the plan is finally adopted. Communities and utility boards must officially adopt the plan after it is approved by the DNR and, for metro communities, reviewed by Metropolitan Council. A template of a city certification of adoption is found at www.mndnr.gov/watersupplyplans
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Certification of Plan Adoption Date:
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