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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL JUNE 12, 2013 in the City. Part of that project involved the installation of an underground infiltration pond. The project is not completed. The Superintendent reported that the City continues its education program via its newsletter and web site relative to keeping grass clippings and leaves, etc. out of the storm sewer system. The Superintendent reported that the City received 600 hits on its storm water page on the web site. The Superintendent reported that the City received no warnings of violations relative to storm water management as part of construction projects. He indicated that the City's ordinances and storm sewer map are up -to -date. Inspections were conducted of pollution control devices, and maintenance was done on some. 18 of 57 outfalls were inspected, as were 6 of 30 ponds in the City. The Superintendent reported that the City welcomes comments from City residents, and asked if the Council had any questions on the 2012 SWPPP. Keis asked about the blue /green algae problem that previously occurred in Round Lake. The Superintendent reported that the Watershed is addressing that issue, and stated that he would contact the Watershed for more information and then would update the Council. Blesener pointed out the seeds from trees dropping in the street. The Superintendent reported that the City just completed its spring street sweeping. He reported that the City of Falcon Heights has the sweeper next week. Once it returns to Little Canada another sweeping will occur. The Superintendent reported that studies show that street sweeping is a good means of protecting ponds and lakes. He indicated that all City streets were swept three times during 2012. The Superintendent reported that a new MPCA permit will be required for 2014, and indicated that there may be some program changes as a result of new permit requirements. Blesener asked about rain water garden maintenance. The Superintendent reported that the Watershed is maintaining these gardens on a trial basis. There were no other comments or questions relative to the 2012 SWPPP. Upon motion by Keis, seconded by Boss, the public hearing was closed. Montour introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. 2013 -6 -97 — ACCEPTING THE 2012 STORM WATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PROGRAM REPORT AS SUBMITTED BY THE PUBLIC WORKS SUPERINTENDENT 2