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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03/18/93 MINUTES OF THE LAKE ADVISORY COMMITTEE March 18, 1993 The Lake Advisory Committee meeting was called to order on Wednesday, March 18, 1993 at 6:40 p.m. Members present were: Dave Moran, Dave Vinlove, and Tom Watkins. City staff members present were: Water Resources Coordinator Joel Rutherford. Members absent were: Bill Packer, Pete Patchin, Jody Stroh, and John Wingard. Per the Committee's bylaws, a majority of members constitutes a quorum. Because a majority was not present, no action could be taken on the items discussed at this meeting. The first item was a review of the minutes from the last meeting. The members present agreed with the minutes as written. The next item was a discussion on the information presented to the City Council by Stroh and Vinlove. Vinlove indicated that the presentation went very well. The main comment from the Council was to remind the Committee that they will need Council approval for the projects, as they get closer to implementation. Rutherford application agreed to possible. indicated the Watershed has been told their for a grant ranks high on the priority list. Members support the watershed and to work with them where The next item on the agenda was a discussion property and the old railroad crossing. schemes for a park in this area were presented, discussion on how the peninsula would be plans. on the McDonald Three preliminary followed with a affected by these Because of complications encountered in the past over ownership of the peninsula, it was suggested the Committee not proceed with this project until there are more definite plans for the development of the park. It was also suggested the Committee offer support to the enhancement of this area, but not to be involved in its actual development. However, members agreed if it becomes a boater's safety issue, then the Committee should get involved. Other Business discussed was a presentation by Moran on the current status of the experimental design proposed by the DNR for the use of SONAR as a control for eurasian watermilfoil. Moran felt Prior Lake would not fit into the DNR's criteria for 4629 Dakota St. S.E., Prior Lake, Minnesota 55372 / Ph. (612) 447-4230 / Fax (612) 447-4245 AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLDYER I -r' selecting lakes that would be included in this process. However, since Prior Lake may be using SONAR next summer to treat eurasian watermilfoil, it was suggested the DNR be contacted to ask that Prior Lake be considered as a candidate for the program. Moran said he would write a letter to the DNR, asking them to consider Prior Lake for part of their evaluation process. Another item discussed was the cleanup of the island in Crystal Bay. Proposed for removal would be the fence on the island, as well as the trees that are laying in the ice. Vinlove and Rutherford had talked to DNR Hydrologist Pat Lynch, to ask about ownership. Because the county has no record of taxes being paid on the property, Lynch had indicated the State would probably claim it. Therefore, the DNR would most likely be the agency to work with. Vinlove agreed to contact Lynch and give him more information concerning this project. He also said this project was initiated and and will be performed by the lake association for which he is a member. Moran presented information on a bill that some sportsmans' clubs are trying to get introduced into the legislature. This bill would require idle power within 200' of any shoreland or in water less than 15 feet. Moran suggested that if this bill gets introduced, the Committee should recommend to the City Council, that they pass a resolution supporting this bill. Moran said this bill is similar to an objective reported in the Lake Review Committee's water resources guide. During this discussion, the subject of enforcement was brought up. Members talked about current problems, and agreed that better enforcement on the lake is needed. The final item was a discussion on current ordinances and laws that control development on unsewered islands. Rutherford agreed to assemble, for the next meeting, information from the proposed rules contained in the new shoreland management ordinance, and any other existing controls. The meeting of the LAC was adjourned at 8:30 PM. Respectfully submitted, ~ ~~ Q'~t..4 .. oel A. R2erford Record1ng Secretary The next Lake Advisory Committee meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, April 21, 1993 at 6:30 p.m. If ~[~h~T~@Lr~ ~~DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES 500 LAFAYETTE ROAD · ST. PAUL, MINNESOTA . 55155-40 DNR INFORMATION (612) 296-6157 March 3, 1993 Mr. Dave Moran Lake Advisory Committee 14408 Waters Edge Trail Prior Lake, MN 55372 .r- Dear Mr. Moran: Thank you for your thoughtful review of the DNR's plan to evaluate fluridone for the selective control of BWM. A copy of the fmal plan is enclosed. We anticipate keeping people 'apprised of our progress as the evaluation proceeds. have any questions, feel free to call (612) 296-0782. Sincerely, uJ,;tc ~~ Steve En , Supervisor c lant Management Program Division of Fish and Wildlife Ecological Services Section /" AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER ./. AVIATION ENTERPRIZES DAVID E. MORAN Consultant - Flight Instruction Land - Sea - Instrument - Multi-Engine Pilot Services MR. STEVE ENGER AQUATIC PLANT MANAGEMENT ECOLOGICAL SERVICES SECTION 500 LAFAYETTE ROAD ST. PAUL, MINN. 55155-40 Dear Steve: The Prior Lake Advisory Committee reviewed your letter and the data on SONAR you recently sent. I have been directed by the committee to write you and request that Prior Lake be considered as a candidate for your experimental program. I should point out this is a request by the committee only and if we are selected to participate approval would be required by our City Councilor Watershead Management. Thanks for your consideration. ~ Dave Moran 612-447-8134 14408 Waters Edge Trail N.E. Prior Lake, MN 55372