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Home My WebLink About04/21/92 MINUTES OF THE LAKE ADVISORY COMMITTEE APRIL 21, 1992 The Lake Advisory Committee meeting was called to order on Tuesday, April 21, 1992 at 6:30 p.m. Members present were: Dave Moran, Bill Packer, Jody Stroh, John Wingard, Dave Vinlove, Jerry Meysembourg, and Tom Watkins. City staff present were: City Manager David Unmacht. Members absent: Pete Patchin. Bill Packer requested that the minutes be prepared and mailed out to members of the committee before the next Agenda packet so assignments can be clarified between meetings. The next order of business was to discuss the City Council review of the DNR Amendments to Eurasian Milfoil Ordinance 92-01. Tom Watkins and Dave Moran reviewed the Council action and noted that the Council was concerned about the notification and/or pUblic contact with potentiall~ affected riparian land owners. Watkins indicated that cooperat10n between all jurisdictions is necessary to accomplish the objectives of the Ordinance. The Committee directed staff to develo~ a policy for the administration of the Ordinance to include not1fication of residents, alternative means of access by ri~arian owners and the education and information program. This POl1CY should be available for Committee review prior to the planned City council discussion of the Ordinance on May 4, 1992. The next order of business was an update on the marina for the 1992 boating season. Jod~ Stroh reported that Jim Sentryz will be operating the marina dur1ng the season. Stroh indicated that approximately 56 slips plus fuel will be available. It was also noted that the boat maintenance and repair operation by Sentryz will remain at the Main Avenue location. Jerry Meysembourg discussed the hiring of the Eurasian Milfoil Search Coordinator. Meysembourg indicated that on May 8 the Lake Association will meet the coordinator. Committee directed staff to meet with the coordinator as soon as the individual is on board and functioning in the position. The next order of business was to discuss the inter-relationship between the Watershed District and the Lake Advisory Committee res~onsibilities. Jerry Meysembourg encouraged the committee to reV1ew the Watershed District's 509 Plan. D1Scussion occurred on Committee and Watershed Board interaction. Committee was updated on the status of the Staff Coordinator hiring process. The next order of business was a clarification on the minutes from the March 17 meeting. It was agreed that the Committee will --,..------.----.. ---. 1t Minutes of the Lake Advisory Committee April 21, 1992 monitor the Eurasian Milfoil expenses during the Summer to consider whether or not to implement their action on Milfoil testing from the March 17 meeting. In addition, the Committee directed City staff to request the Watershed District to put the Lake Advisory Committee members on their mailing list for minutes and agendas. Pete Patchin arrived at 7:50 p.m. The next order of business was a discussion by John Win~ard on the Outlet Management/Control Policy of the Watershed D1strict. Wingard reviewed the history of the outlet, details relating to construction and the policy and procedure manual. wingard noted that the Board intended to follow the Outlet Management policy during this boating season. The next order of business was a presentation from Dave Vinlove on overall Watershed lake level management. Vinlove discussed the history of the Watershed District and presented a proposal on establishing a Watershed Lake Level Management Plan for all major lakes within the district. Vinlove presented highlights of his proposal to include exploring all lake level management options including ponding and pumping. Vinlove discussed the importance of a computer forecast and management model for lake level estimations. Discussion occurred on Vinlove's proposal. 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I:' ~rl.' ~~ - j!Ju:::i'~::1 :~:':;:;~ d/,~ iJ~~~ '-- -- ------ ---J "-- daAU~~~ ! / Mr: M--7~Aj--t. !~7 /V~ t5' ~ ~~/I;uC-~~~ ~7 ~~f'~F 1 ~~ v;tJ r4 (J&4 &.I&I'!IfJ,4t,,; ---- , RECEIVED "':.',f ~ f '~.~L :' ,.~\'. 0r r';, :,oi.; : AKt: PRIOR LAKE-SPRING IAXE WATERSHED DISTRICf Regular Monthly Meeting at Scott-Rice Telephone Company April 14, 1992 Members Present: Robert Adams, Jerry Meysembourg, Betty Erickson and Marvin Oldenburg Members Absent: James Laabs Staff' Present: Bryce Huemoeller and Pete Fryer Others: Elaine Handt, Marvin Handt, Jim Weninger, Darcy Running, Tim Rients, George Anderson, Dick Felch, Allen Greenfield, Joe Lynch, Jerry Wright, Craig Gontarer, David Anderson, Ron Ferguson, June Griepp, Rick Renslow, John P. Wingard, James Robin (Vice President, aear Water Technologies, Inc.), Del Hogan (president, aear Water Technologies, Inc.), Brent Greenwood, Daniel Cassidy and Jim Riccioli The meeting was called to order by Vice President Elizabeth Erickson at 7:35 P.M. Minutes - After review a motion was made by Adams, seconded by Meysembourg, approving the minutes of the March 10 general meeting as revised. TIle minutes of the March 31 special meeting were reviewed. A motion was made by Adams, seconded by Meysembourg, to approve the minutes of the special meeting. Unanimous. Financial Report - The financial report was reviewed. After discussion a motion was made by Adams, seconded by Oldenburg, accepting the financial report and authorizing payment of the bills noted thereon. Unanimous. After discussion, a motion was made by Adams, seconded by Meysembourg, authorizing payment of the MA WD dues which had been presented previously. Unanimous. Fryer was directed to contact MA WD and ask for a status report of the activities of the organization. Clear Water TechnoloeY - Del Hogan, President aear Water Technolgies, Inc. used a slide presentation to demonstrate a phosphorus treatment technique. He reviewed treatment of Lake Martha and Trillium Lakes. The Board thanked Hogan and James Robin, Vice President of the company, for their information. 1 T: --~._--_.-.-.- ~ !,.... Lake Level Concern - A large number of residents were present to learn of the , Board's intention to open the outlet. Adams explained the procedure for determining when to open the outlet and indicated that at this time this does not appear to be necessary. He did report, however, that the District is closely monitoring the lake level. John Wingard offered his assistance to the District in working on upstream holding pond. The citizens thanked the Board for providing outlet operation information. Approve Annual Report - After review and revisions, a motion was made by Meysembourg, seconded by Adams, approving the annual report as amended. Unanimous. Election or Ofticers. Bank. Newspaoer - After discussion the following motions were made: (a) Motion by Meysembourg, second by Adams to postpone election of officers until all Board members are present. (b) Bank. A motion was made by Oldenburg, seconded by Adams, designating Prior Lake State Bank as the official bank. Unanimous. (c) Newspaper. A motion was made by Oldenburg, seconded by Adams, designating the Prior Lake American as the official newspaper. Unanimous. Permits - Pashke. Fryer reported that although Pashke had been notified that a permit was required for his project, nothing has been received at this time. Local Government Unit (LGUl - Board members reported that without a staff coordinator, it is unable to serve as the LGU. Subdivision plots are currently being directed to Fryer. The Prior Lake area is currently being represented by the City of Prior Lake. Other areas within the District are not being represented. '. Pump Purchase - Rick Adams reported that he will talk to city officials to determine their interest in the pump and the well. The Board reviewed the Lake Association's involvement. Channel Repair - Permit Extension - Fryer reported that the D.N.R. had extended the permit to June 30, 1993. Fryer was directed to contact Mahoney regarding completion of the Hanson fence. Diapostic Feasibility Study Status - Fryer reported that he is working with other JMM staff to correct the concerns indicated by MPCA Erickson reported that MPCA will not accept the Hennepin County designated beach area because of the proximity to the road. Weninger offered to work with Hennepin Parks. Fryer was directed to submit an estimated cost of continuing to work on resolving these problems as the prospect of obtaining funding minimizes. '- 2 ( Runolf From Desiltation PondlMillink Status - Erickson reported that she had investigated this problem and had asked the property owners to call her the next time an odor was evident and to obtain a water sample for testing. Report on Metro Chapter Meetin2lMarch 24 - Fryer reported that he had attended the meeting and received some information on funding. Other - (a) Ice Out. It was reported that the ice had gone out on Prior Lake on April 6, the same date as in 1991. (b) Desiltation Pond Repairs. Fryer was directed to contact Mahoney regarding completion of the repairs. (c) Minnesota River 509 Plan. Weninger indicated that he has accepted a position with that Board. (d) Publicize Lake Level/Milfoil Status. Jim Riciolli discussed where to get lake level and quality information. Meysembourg was directed to work with Riciolli to provide the public with accurate information regarding the watershed district. (e) MicrophonelRecording System. Meysembourg recommended that the Board consider purchasing equipment to record the discussions of the meetings. He reported that he had investigated the cost of a system; he and Adams were directed to obtain additional bids and to submit them at the next meeting. (1) Engineering Report. Fryer distnbuted and reviewed a report regarding a meeting with City Engineers and inspection of the outlet channel. Some obstructions were found and Adams offered to arrange to have the deadfall removed from the outlet channel. Fryer asked the Board to review information regarding Holly Court. Will revise comments and fax to Bryce for special meeting of April 21. (g) Outlet Structure. Meysembourg reported a 4 inch discrepancy in the outlet face and suggested revisions be made to correct this error. No action was taken at this time. There being no further business and upon motion of Oldenburg, second of Adams, the meeting was unanimously adjourned at 10:35 P.M. Attest to:) ~ / / 1/ n 44~ J~~abS, ~re 1 ent The next meeting will be held on May 12 at 3 r ..--..-...... 1