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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10/16/96 MINUTES OF THE LAKE ADVISORY COMMITTEE October 16, 1996 I. CALL TO ORDER The Lake Advisory Committee meeting was called to order on Wednesday, October 16, 1996 at 6:36 p.m. Members present: Chair Jody Stroh, Doug Larson, Sally Schmidt, Tom Kearney and Rick Warner. Others present were Scott County Sheriff Bill Nevin and Water Resources Coordinator Lani Leichty. Members absent: Marianne Breitbach. II. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING - The first item on the agenda was to approve the Minutes of the meeting for September 18, 1996. MOTION TO APPROVE THE SEPTEMBER 18, 1996 MINUTES. MOTION BY KEARNEY, SECONDED BY WARNER, MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. III. SURFACE WATER ENFORCEMENT Scott County Sheriff Bill Nevin was in attendance to discuss enforcement of the surface water ordinance and general of patrol on Prior Lake. Nevin reported that for the months of June, July and August there were 55 citations written, of which 33 were individuals with Prior Lake addresses. Also, 237 warnings were given during that same time period of which 110 had Prior Lake addresses. The numbers revealed that roughly half of all citations and warnings issued were to Prior Lake residents. Nevin also said that the new laser radar can be used to accurately locate the distance no-wake buoys are set from the shoreline. This is helpful so that there is consistency of buoy placement around the lake. Also mentioned was that no-wake enforcement is still a problem as far as enforcement goes. IV. LAC GOALS AND OBJECTIVES - Stroh talked about the outcome of the October 7th council meeting concerning the future direction of the committee and the issue related to the Cooperative Agreement with the Watershed District. At that meeting council accepted the LAC's recommendation to adopt the new set of work items proposed and approved the Cooperative Agreement as drafted by the City Attorney. 16200 Eagle Creek Ave. S.E., Prior Lake, Minnesota 55372-1714 / Ph. (612) 447-4230 / Fax (612) 447-4245 AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Future work items for the LAC were discussed next. The first issues of endeavor may be reviewing 1) the surface water ordinance, 2) lake accesses, and 3) density of boats on the lake versus number of parking spaces provided. IV. PUBLIC EDUCATION Leichty mentioned that he will work on gathering information for members to use in their articles for the educational brochure. This information will be brought to the November LAC meeting. V. NEW BUSINESS VI. ADJOURNMENT MOTION BY WARNER, SECONDED BY KEARNEY TO ADJOURN THE MEETING AT 7:46 P.M., MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. Respectfully submitted, .- ~h~ Recording Secretary The next Lake Advisory Committee meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, October 16, 1996 at 6:30 p. m. at Fire Station No. I, 16776 Fish Point Road. ,-.. - - COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT /)b BETWEEN THE CITY OF PRIOR LAKE AND THE #f'A I-. PRIOR LAKE-SPRING LAKE WATERSHED DISTRICT .,,,. ~ CONCERNING THE CONTROL OF EURASIAN MILFOIL. THIS AGREEMENT, is made and entered into this _ day of , 1996, by the City of Prior Lake ("CITY") and the Prior Lake-Spring Lake Watershed District ("DISTRICT") for the control of Eurasian Milfoil. RECITALS A. In 1992, the DISTRICT established Eurasian Milfoil Control PROJECT No. WD 93-1 ("PROJECT"), to control the further growth and spread of Eurasian Water Milfoil in the waters of Prior Lake, and pursuant thereto levied special assessments upon properties in the DISTRICT benefitted by the PROJECT to defray part of the PROJECT costs. (See DISTRICT Resolutions 92-132 and 92-133). B. Under the Minnesota watershed law (Chapter 103D of Minnesota Statutes), the DISTRICT is designated as the entity responsible for water resource management within the DISTRICT's boundaries. C. In addition to the DISTRICT, several other government agencies and citizens groups, including the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, the CITY of Prior Lake and its Lake Advisory Committee, the Prior Lake Association, the Spring Lake Association, and the Prior Lake Water Ski/Yacht Club, have worked cooperatively with the DISTRICT to plan and coordinate eurasian milfoil control measures. D. Since the inception of the PROJECT in 1992, the CITY's Lake Advisory Committee has played an active role in the administration of the PROJECT by donating administrative support services to the DISTRICT. The DISTRICT has accepted this assistance and has provided funding to the CITY for its work on the PROJECT. E. The DISTRICT and CITY wish to continue to work cooperatively and in furtherance thereof desire to set forth the understanding between the parties. AGREEMENT NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration for the covenants, promise and such other good and valuable consideration, the sufficiency of which is not disputed, the parties agree as follows: 1. General PUl:pose. The purpose of this Agreement is: (a) to acknowledge the DISTRICT's ongoing responsibility for all aspects of Eurasian Milfoil control; (b) to recognize the past contributions of the CITY's Lake Advisory Committee; and (c) to set out the role of the CITY's Lake Advisory Committee and the role of the DISTRICT pursuant to this Agreement. -1- ,~ ~ 2. The Eurasian Milfoil PROJECT is intended to control the spread of Eurasian Water Milfoil through a program of inspection, treatment and education. 3. The CITY authorizes, pursuant to this Agreement, its Lake Advisory Committee to administer the PROJECT. 4. The DISTRICT will allocate from its funds, the sum of ($ ) to the CITY for the administration of the PROJECT. The DISTRICT shall be fully responsible for any and all costs incurred by the CITY in furtherance of the undertakings agreed to in this Agreement. Prior to implementing the PROJECT, the CITY will provide the DISTRICT with a plan for the implementation of the PROJECT and for the proposed use of the funds. The DISTRICT through its Board of Managers, must concur in the CITY's plan for the PROJECT. The CITY shall not implement any activity in furtherance of the PROJECT until it receives the funds from the DISTRICT. 5. Cooperation Generally. The CITY and DISTRICT agree to provide reasonable assistance and information to one another as each may have, that may be necessary or helpful in furthering the purposes of the watershed law, the PROJECT or this Agreement. 6. Term. This Agreement shall continue in effect until expressly rescinded or terminated in writing by either the CITY or the DISTRICT. In any event this Agreement will terminate no later than December 31, 1999. 7. Amendment. This Agreement may be amended by written Agreement following approval of such amendment by the Prior Lake City Council and the DISTRICT's Board of Managers. 8. Distribution of Property. In the event of a rescission or termination of this Agreement, all property or surplus monies acquired by the CITY in performance of this Agreement shall be returned to the DISTRICT. The CITY shall retain such sums as may be necessary to pay for obligations incurred prior to the rescission or termination. 9. Nature of Relationship. This Cooperative Agreement is intended to create a relationship of grantor and grantee between the CITY and DISTRICT. Any actions taken by the CITY in furtherance of the PROJECT, or pursuant to this Agreement shall not make the CITY an agent or independent contractor of the DISTRICT. 10. Liability. Pursuant to Minnesota Statute Section 466.03 Subd. 6, the CITY is undertaking administration of the PROJECT as a discretionary act. The responsibility for water resource management; including implementation of the PROJECT for which it specially assessed funds, remains with the DISTRICT. -2- ,,-. -- - IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have signed this Joint Powers Agreement effective the day and year first above written. PRIOR LAKE-SPRING LAKE WATERSHED DISTRICT CITY OF PRIOR LAKE By: Its: By: Its: By: Its: By: Its: -3- DRAFT ,-' LAKE ADVISORY COMMITTEE SEPTEMBER 1996 A. LAKE REGULATION 1) Surface Water Ordinance: a) Review all aspects of the ordinance and year round usage of the lake. 2) Review lake use activities and watercraft trends: a) Look at density of watercraft on the lake, water quality, etc. b) Examine noise problems on the lake. 3) Review uses of non-vacated public (non DNR) accesses. a) Investigate status of council decisions on the Lake Access Study that was completed in September of 1994. 4) Review ordinances governing natural environment lakes. a) Examine existing ordinances B. EDUCATION 1) Public education of water quality, lake issues, etc. a) Develop brochures, articles and information that educates the public regarding water quality issues. 2) Look at developing a phosphorous free fertilizer ordinance. a) Use the City of Plymouth's ordinance as model for review and feasibility purposes. C. WATER QUALITY 1) Look at implementing a contractor certification program for proper erosion control techniques. a) Use the City of Chattanooga's certification course as a model for review and feasibility purposes. 2) Look at the possibility of retrofitting existing catch basins around the lake with sump basins. a) Research the feasibility of doing this in regards to costs, effectiveness, etc. ,- '. -- 1992 EURASIAN WATERMILFOIL ACTION PLAN - ";10/" 2 -( ",'":''' ....1.'",111011 (l1l",ltrIUOII cO"\,lblJt.cf~)' \".I,l.".....C!. O.~.',m."1 O'H"Io/'lllt..o""ell). -- ,,-- 1992 EURASIAN WATERMILFOIL ACTION PLAN Program Designed to Manage Eurasian Milfoll Infestation In Prior Lake The introduction of Eurasian Milfoil into the waters of Prior Lake is a very serious problem. It has the potential to destroy the recreational value of the lake, reduce the value of property and negatively impact the water quality. The unknown impact on the property tax base and recreational use of the lake makes the milfoil problem one of the most serious problems the lake has faced to date. -- The intent of this Action Plan is to present a coordinated and aggressive campaign incorpo- rating activities of the citizens and affected jurisdictions within the community of Prior Lake. A well managed and cohesive plan involving all members of the community can minimize the potential impact of the Eurasian Milfoil infestation. Lake Minnetonka serves as an example of what can happen if an organized strategy is not in place to manage Eurasian Milfoil at an early stage. Fortunately, for Prior Lake, a positive example of Eurasian Milfoil management can be studied in Bald Eagle Lake north of the Twin Cities. The first confirmed DNR sighting of Eurasian Milfoil occurred in the summer of 1991. The DNR (acting in concert with local lake officials and the Watershed District) treated the initial sightings with chemicals (2-4 0 compound). The City of Prior Lake, the Watershed District and the DNR agreed to fund the lake treatments on an equal share basis in 1991. (Estimated number of acres treated: 33; estimated 1991 overall treatment costs $6000 - $7500.) It is a fact that a well planned strategy to address Eurasian Milfoil on Prior Lake for the 1992 growing season (April through September) is essential to a successful early identification, education and treat- ment program. The essence of the 1992 Action Plan describes the responsibilities and functions of the com- munity and its public and private organizations. The various actions to manage Eurasian Milfoil include searching, confirmed sightings, management and treatment, marking infested areas, public information and education and coordinated inspections. This aggressive plan will cer- tainly require a combined effort from all sections of our community. -- -- ACTION PlAN 1. Search/lnspectlon;Treatment This effort will be coordinated by the Prior Lake/Spring Lake Watershed District office (PL/SLWD). The goal will be to search the entire 21 miles of lakeshore bi-weekly from April until October. A Search Coordinator will be identified and will function through the Watershed District office. A map will be maintained by the Search Coordinator with specific assignments, reports and sightings individually recorded. Searching and Inspections will be carried out by volunteer "Eurasian Milfoil Specialists". These specialists will be managed by the Search Coordinator and will include volunteers organized by the Lake Association, individual home O'Wllers and any other interested citizens. A launch ramp inspection program will be undertaken and managed by the Search Coordinator. Periodic in- spections of boats and trailers at public accesses will be carried out by the Eurasian Milfoil Specialists through the efforts of volunteers and other interested citizens. When the Eurasian Milfoil plant is identified in a certain area, the Search Coordinator will be dispatched to confirm the sighting. Upon confinnation, the Coordinator will immediately mark the area with buoys. The DNR, in conjunction with the Search CoordinatOI", will make decisions on treatment and proceed accordingly. Following the initial treatment, the area will remain marked with the buoys, and regular inspections conducted. The Search Coordinator will make monthly reports to the participating jurisdictions on the activities, expenses and actions taken in the work to combat the spread of the plant. 2. Public Information and Education Program The Public Information and Education Program will be coordinated by the City of Prior lAke. Signs will be posted adjacent to the public launch ramps on City property. (The DNR does not allow non-DNR, individual or City signs at their launch facilities.) The O'Wllers of private launch ramps will be asked by the Search Coordinator to assist in the education effort by providing signs at their own expense. Signs will alert lake users to the perils of the plant, and to ask them to avoid Eurasian Milfoil infested areas marked by buoys. The City of Prior Lake will be responsible for coordinating newspaper articles and informational activities with the Prior Lake American. Notices and advertisements shall be placed and used during the peak lake use season. One annual mailing to alllakeshore residents informing them of the Eurasian MilfoU Action Plan will be conducted. Informational flyers will be prepared and distributed to local businesses and service organizations. A speaker's bureau will be maintained for informational discussions with various groups and meetings. The City of Prior Lake will consider the adoption of a lake use ordinance which will prohibit boats from entering an Eurasian Milfoil infested area. The lAke Advisory Committee will be asked to review and make a recommendation on the Ordinance and study Eurasian Milfoil issues. ,.-.. -- -- 3. Overview The following describes each entity involved in the Eurasian MiHoil Action Plan and their appropriate responsibility. Department of Natural Resources (DNR): Overall supervision of the Eurasian MiHoil Program to insure effective and environmentally sound treatment procedures are followed. The DNR staft' will be used as a technical source for information, education and management. Eurasian Milfoil treatment will be the key DNR responsibility. The Action Plan will include the DNR's participation in one-third of the anticipated treatment costs. Prior Lake/Sprine Lake Watershed District (PL/SLWD): The District will be responsible for the Search and Inspection program and assist in the treat- ment phase of the plan. The Search Coordinator and Eurasian MilfoU Specialists will be selected by the PL/SLWD. The PL/SLWD will fund one-third of the an- ticipated treatment costs. City of Prior Lake: Responsible for the public information and education pro- gram. The City will consider providing supporting ordinances and information in an effort to educate the citizens and lake users. The City will fund one-third of the anticipated treatment costs. Prior Lake Association: Provide trained Search and Inspection teams to sup- port the Search Coordinator and Eurasian Milfoil Specialists and assist with the public information program as requested. Spring Lake Association: Provide trained Search and Inspection teams to support the Search Coordinator and Eurasian Milfoil Specialists and assist with the public information program as requested. Prior Lake Water Ski Club/Yacht Club: Provide trained Search and In- spection teams to support the Search Coordinator and Eurasian MiHoU Specialists and assist with the public information program as requested. ,.- -- 4. 1992 Proposed Budiet (Costs are esttmates only): Resoonsibility Treatments $250/acre: 100 acres Public Information and Education Search Coordinator and Eurasian MUfoU Specialists Jurisdiction Cost City/PL/SLWO/DNR* $25,000 City 2,500 PL/SLWO** 10,000 Total $37,500 * It the DNR does not share In the treatment expenses, the cost will be split between the PL/SLWD and the City. ** The PL/SLWD has already committed $22,000 for Eurasian Miltoil expenses In 1992. Minu~es ot 'the PriorcLake~City;:eOWiCil,.' .,::'.: :-, -'-"''-<'.... ";::""~",< -".:-:' ~ .- ':/1l~?~t;J1;~;' ':' :