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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05/19/92 MINUTES OF THE LAKE ADVISORY COMMITTEE May 19, 1992 The Lake Advisory Tuesday, May 19, Moran, Jody Stroh, City staff present absent were: Bill Committee meeting was called to order on 1992 at 6:30 p.m. Members present were: Dave Dave Vinlove, Tom Watkins and John Wingard. were: City Manager David Unmacht. Members Packer. Pete Patchin arrived at 6:50 p.m. The minutes of the April 21, 1992 meeting were reviewed by the Committee. It was noted that Jerry Meysembourg was listed as a member of the Committee in the first paragraph. The record should state that Meysembourg was a guest present at the meeting. After the correction was noted, the minutes were approved unanimously. The next order of business was to receive an update on the Eurasian Milfoil Action Plan activities. Tom Watkins reported that the City Council passed Ordinance 92-01 on May 4, 1992. Discussion occurred on the activities of the Eurasian Milfoil Program. It was noted that Jim Stock, a University of Minnesota graduate student, was hired as Search Coordinator for the Watershed District. Local spotters are working the shoreline and the City of Prior Lake is beginning efforts to initiate the information and education pr09ram. Extensive discussion occurred on the sign plan. Tom Watk1ns and Dave Moran agreed to meet to develop language for signs. Discussion occurred on the number of signs to be ordered and locations for the signs. Watkins reported on the cable show produced on eurasian milfoil. The next order of business was to discuss committee research on the work priorities. Extensive discussion occurred on the Committee's priorities. Dave Unmacht noted that Bill Dilks has been hired as the Staff Coordinator of the Watershed District. The Committee directed Unmacht to invite Dilks to the next meeting. Discussion occurred on the Committee's inter-relationship with the Watershed District and a strategy to present their priorities to the Watershed Board. The next order of business was to discuss a LAC staff position. A proposed job description was presented for discussion. John Wingard reviewed Eagan's experience with the Water Resource Coordinator position. Discussion occurred on funding, the responsibilities and possible activities of the position. Discussion occurred on a storm sewer utility fee. Wingard related Eagan's experience with this fee. Dave Unmacht was directed to ~repare additional details on a storm sewer utility fee and to reV1se the job description for further Committee review. '-.. n , - Discussion occurred on buoy ~lacement and location by the Sheriff's Department. Tom Watk1ns encouraged individual members of the Committee to note the activities of the Sheriff's Department, or lack of activities and provide written information to him. Watkins indicated that he will be meeting with Sheriff Nevin to relay our concerns. 8:20 p.m. ~w nvitted. D vid J. ~t R cording Secretary , Notiftcation of New President - Oldenburg asked that the appropriate agencies be notified of the new president amd indicated that he has been receiving mail that should be sent to the president. ReDOrt of Water Oualitv Study - Andy Franklin was present to review his report on water quality based on data collected during the period of May through September 1991. He suggested the Board consider purchasing a computer to display data graphically. He gave a brief statement of findings and indicated that his intent was to gather data and not to develop a diagnostic feasihbility study. This year's proposal: Franklin indicated some of the phosphorus testing equipment was inadequate for appropriate lab analysis and asked the Board for direction. Adams recommended that more locations be sampled alongfiighway 13 and asked Franklin to put together a proposal to be presented at the June 9 meeting. Franklin was asked to submit the proposal for review at least a week before the June meeting. He will continue taking samples prior to that meeting. Permits - (a) Bob Pashke - Fryer reported that the application is being completed and will be submitted shortly. (b) Fish Lake Tile Line - Fryer reported that Scott County indicated that an application will be submitted. Minnesota Association of Watershed Districts Status Report - Fryer reported calling the department and asking if they had a report regarding how the district's money is used. The assocation reported that a great deal of lobbying was accomplished last year through use of watershed monies.. Pump and Well/City Interest - Adams reported that city staff indicated that while the location of the district well is too far out, they did not want the district to do anything with thew well at this time. Channel Repair - (a) Hanson Fence. Fryer talked with Mahoney and then visited the Hanson site. A motion was made by Meysembourg, seconded by Laabs, directing Fryer to contact Mahoney and make arrangements to complete the fence by June 2 at which time it will be inspected; if not completed the bid will be let to someone else. Unanimous. (b) Deadfall Removal. B & J Tree Care has been contacted to meet with Fryer and examine areas where deadfall is to be removed. Dia2llostic Feasibility Studv Status - Fryer distnbuted a memo to the Board which reviewed some areas of the study that need to be examined by this district. Additional funds may be need and Dilks was directed to investigate. Dilks was also directed to talk with EP A and MPCA staff regarding areas of the study to be clarified and to review his findings with Fryer and Erickson. A motion was made by Adams, seconded by Meysembourg, directing Fryer to make an application for additional monies. Unanimous. DeSiltatiOD Pond Re{Mlirs - Mahoney reported that the area is too muddy. After discussion, the Board directed Mahoney to proceed according to recommendations of Fryer and to close off the hole or divert water to allow drying oul Micropbone/Recorcline System - It was determined that this matter should be discussed with Dilks and the new secretary. Other - (a) Excess Levy. Huemoeller reported that the attorney general indicated that funds must be used for the same purpose as it was originally levied which, in this case, is the outlet maintenance fund. (b) Water Quality. Fryer reported that he had sent a letter to Cearwater Technologies requesting recommendations for water quality improvement. He also requested that they submit additional information to us as it is obtained in the fall. (c) Employment Agreement. Huemoeller distnbuted an employment agreement with Dilks for review by the Board and Dilks. (d) Resignation. Durrenberger thanked the Board for the opportunity to work for them for the past 11 years. She offered assistance as needed until June 1 at which time her resignation becomes effective. There being no further business and upon motion of Adams, second of Laabs, the meeting was unanimously adjourned at 9:35 P.M. The next meeting will be held on June 9 at 7:30 P.M. '. Jerry Meysembourg, ~ecretary Attest to: James M. Laabs, PresIdent PRIOR LAKE-SPRING LAKE WATERSHED DISTRICT hl< ~ l'....~,. $".... Don O. Benson Staff Coordinator (612) 447-4166 Scott-Rice Telephone Bldg. 4690 Colorado St S E Pnor Lake, MN 55372 AGENDA - REGULAR MEETING fY~c AI, 'l:: I tv 12"', '~''''~ I U , 8 1~!:I.') C"h.. c PAId r OF q l.Ak~ Tuesday, May 12, 1992 - 7:30 P.M. A. Call to Order. B. Routine Business 1. Approve April 14 Minutes 2. Approve Financial Reports and Bills to Pay C. Election of Officers D. Permi ts 1. Pashke 2. Marina 3. Holly Court status E. Report of Water Quality Study - Andy Franklin F. HAWD Status Report - Fryer G. Pump and Well/City Interest - Adams H. Channel Repair 1. Hanson Fence - Fryer 2. Deadfall Removal - Adams I. Diagnostic Feasibility Study Status 1. Cost Estimate for Continuing - Fryer J. Desiltation Pond Repairs - Fryer K. Staff position Status L. Microphone/Recording System - AdamsfMeysembourg M. Staff position Status N. other or New Business O. Adjournment NEXT MEETING JUNE 9, 1992 - 7:30 P.M. "','~'~ . "6' ~i;c "_ I ,,~y:,,;~.~__: ~~,.,-. ~.''-":.e: -.0 -=--.~.,.~. '/. --'~ . ;:-..;." I'".....~~ ~~..;.J..:::~ :---.....- ~i::::;:;;;,::i C~rif~f~J':- -' . ,~ --. ,,-;..1,. ~. ....- .,~, -,..-----'--".'---'- 11 ( PRIOR lAKE-SPRING IAKE WATERSHED DISTRICf ~~c€.\\J~~J . '"'J..... .,. ....~ ~.- pP' . Memben Pre~ ~"-€. Regular Monthly Meeting at Scott-Rice Telephone Company March 11, 1992 James Laabs, Robert Adams, Jerry Meysembourg and Betty Erickson Memben Absent: Marvin Oldenburg Staff' Present: Jim Bates, Pete Fryer, and Paul Nelson Othen: Marge Velke, Robert G. Johnson, Mike Mahoney and Alan Benson The meeting was called to order by President James Laabs at 7:35 P.M. Minutes - After review and revisions, a motion was made by Adams, seconded by Meysembourg, approving the minutes of the February 10 general meeting. Unanimous. Financial Report - The financial report was reviewed. The Board questioned the need to belong to the Minnesota Association of Watershed District and directed Bates to investigate. Since the due date is April 30, payment will be delayed and membership will be considered at the next meeting. After discussion a motion was made by Adams, seconded by Erickson, accepting rest of the financial report and authorizing payment of the bills noted thereon. Phase I Feasibility Study - Marge Velke, MPCA project manager, was present to discuss the problems with the grant application. Betty Erickson was designated as the contact person for the District with correspondence going to her until an administrator is hired. Bie.h Water Level - Bob Johnson was present to discuss the rising lake level and to discuss the opening of the outlet. He reported that the lake level was close to 901 and requested that the outlet be opened. After discussion the request was declined. Fryer was directed to give a cost estimate of a run of the computer model, the results of which will be considered in line with the District's written procedures for operating the outlet. Permit Applications - (a) Bob Pashke/Corner of 18Oth/Hwy 81. Fryer reported that he had notified Bob Paschek that a permit was required for his project. 1 hit ~, ,,,,tA . ) 'II" EIa.....1IiItiI - Search Coordinator. Adams reported that he had hired James Stock for an naage of 30 hrs/week for 26 weeks @ Sl2.501hr. Water o.nlY - (a) Treatment Methods. Meysembourg reported on a newspaper article concemiD& a treatment method involving infusion of iron into the lake and lake bed of Spring Lake. He was directed to arrange for a presentation of this information to Board members at the ncrt general meeting. Erickson was directed to invite Spring Lake Association members to hear the presentation. The Board expressed some concern regarding the cbemical reactions or side effects of this method of treatment. (b) Dredging Operations. Bates distnbuted a memorandum on contacts with the City of Fairmont regarding its dredging operations. Desil1atiuD Pond Status - Mahoney reported on the status of the pond. The conditions are currently not workable. It was suggested that water could be diverted to allow reconstructioD <i the area. In response to a request by the board at the February meeting, Bates reported that if a permanent impounding of water and diversion into surrounding wetlands is desired, a DNR permit wi be required, likely together with a petition and public hearing before the county board -- Wetlaads Act - (a) Training Sessions. Paul Nelson of JMM reviewed a flowchart of the procedures under the interim wetlands program. (b) WU. Adams reported that he will arrange a meeting with the City of Prior Lake prnaining to Local Government Unit designation. Pump Pmnit Bearioe - Erickson reviewed the pump permit request and the request by DNR for a decision to proceed to hearing or drop the matter for the time being. After discussion the Board agreed to discontinue pursuit of a bearing and approach the city for purchasing the pump to be used for drinking water for residents. Erickson made a motion, seconded by Adams, directing Bates to notify the state that the District is withdrawing its request for a bearing. Unanimous. Boad SIrpI. Status - Bates reported on the research that bad been done by the law office and a SlgCStion that BWSR be contacted for possible assistance in determining proper use m 1be bond surplus. Bates was asked to contact BWSR to pursue this. Staff 'asmo. - Bates reported the possibility of hiring a full time staff coordinator in a joint ~Dt.e with other WMOs in Scott County. BeIlSOD Memorial Service - It was noted that the memorial service for Don Benson will be held OD March 21 at 3:00 P.M at Holy Trinity United Methodist Church. 2 , 1 May 29, 1992 Mr. Bill Dilks Staff Coordinator Prior Lake-Spring Lake Watershed District P. O. Box 299 Prior Lake, MN 55372 Dear Bill, Congratulations on your appointment as Staff Coordinator to the Prior Lake-Spring Lake Watershed District. I look forward to working with you on the many issues that inter-relate between the City of Prior Lake and the Watershed District. I would like to invite you to attend the Lake Advisory Committee - meeting on Tuesday, June 16, 1992. The meeting be<Jins at 6:30 p.m. and ends promptly at 8:30 p.m. Members of Comm1ttee would like to meet you and discuss in concept the work of the Lake Review Committee and the Lake Advisory Committee over the past two years. This will be a good op~ortunity to introduce you to members of the Committee and to beg1n discussion on important issues that transcend both the City and Watershed District boundaries. Please confirm to me your attendance at the June 16 meeting. Once again, congratulations on your appointment and best of luck in your new position. Da id J. Unmacht ci y Manager ci y of Prior Lake DJU: db cc: Betty Erickson -lO29 Dakota St. S.E., Prior Lake, Minnesota 55372 / Ph. (612) 447-4230 Fax (612) 447-4245 A..... EQl)AL OPPORTL':-;ITY E."'lPLDYER I There being no further business and upon motion of Adams, second of Meysembourg, the meeting was unanimously adjourned at 9:45 P.M. The next meeting will be held on April 14 at 7:30 P.M. :(<t~~ L. ___ Jer Meyse~ urg, Se~ Attest to: I / . / ,{-. ',', 1/ .,- /t/I,.//'-- -:James M. Laabs, )1resldent ! J jj-"/~ / /{/I 3 "T' 1 T t, ~ ~R10R LAKE-SPRING LAKE WATERSHED DISTRICf Regular Monthly Meeting at Scott-Rice Telephone Company May 12, 1m Members Present: James Laabs, Robert Adams, Jerry Meysembourg, Betty Erickson and Marvin Oldenburg Staff Present: Bill Dilks, Bryce Huemoeller and Pete Fryer Others: June Greenwood, Jack Greenwood, Jim Weninger, Andy Franklin, Roger W. Sandhoff, Dave Haye, Deb Norrgard, Denise King, Jim Conroy, John Gank, Larry Smith, and Mike Mahoney The meeting was called to order by President James Laabs at 7:35 P.M. Minutes - After review a motion was made by Oldenburg, seconded by Meysembourg, approving the minutes of the April 14 general meeting. Financial Report - Durrenberger reviewed the financial report for the Board's information. After discussion a motion was made by Adams, seconded by Oldenburg, accepting the financial report and authorizing the bills noted thereon to be paid. Unanimous. Stair Coordinator - Erickson introduced Bill Dilks, the new staff coordinator, to the public and other staff members. . meA Monev - The Board directed Dilks to review this matter. Election of Officers - Motion by Oldenburg, seconded by Meysembourg, nominating Erickson for President. Unanimous. Motion by Msysembourg, seconded by Oldenburg, nominmating Adams for Vice President. Unanimous. Motion by Adams, seconded by Erickson, nominating Meysembourg by Secretary. Unanimous. Motion by Erickson, seconded by Adams, nominating Laabs for Treasurer. 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