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<br />8 <br /> <br />Response: The avoidance measures outlined in the NHIS letter that is included in <br />Appendix C of the EAW will be forwarded to the project proposer and incorporated into <br />construction notes to avoid any potential impacts to the Blanding’s turtle. <br />Page 13, Post-Construction Runoff <br />Comment. We recommend that BWSR-approved, weed-free, native seed mixes be used to the <br />greatest degree possible in stormwater features in order to provide pollinator habitat. <br />Response: The proposed stormwater features on site will utilize BWSR approved, weed- <br />free, native seed mixes. <br />Page 13, Post-Construction Runoff <br />Comment. The planned increase in impervious surfaces will also increase the amount of road <br />salt used in the Project Site. Chloride released into local lakes and streams does not break <br />down, and instead accumulates in the environment, potentially reaching levels that are toxic to <br />aquatic wildlife and plants. Consider promoting local business and city participation in the <br />Smart Salting Training offered through the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency. There are a <br />variety of classes available for road applicators, sidewalk applicators, and property managers. <br />More information and resources can be found at this website. Many winter maintenance staff <br />who have attended the Smart Salting training — both from cities and counties and from private <br />companies — have used their knowledge to reduce salt use and save money for their <br />organizations. <br />We also encourage cities and counties to consider how they may participate in the Statewide <br />Chloride Management Plan and provide public outreach to reduce the overuse of chloride. Here <br />are some educational resources for residents as well as a sample ordinance regarding chloride <br />use (link in letter in Appendix A). <br />Response: The City of Lino Lakes will use smart salting practices on the roadways <br />throughout the development. The City annually provides educational resources for <br />residents on its website and in City newsletters. <br />Page 20, Rare Features <br />Comment. This section of the EAW lists the rare species identified in the DNR Natural Heritage <br />Review, but does not include or discuss DNR requirements regarding these species. The <br />statement that, “There are no state listed species within the project site” is incorrect. The <br />Natural Heritage Review letter has concerns about two state-listed species that may occur <br />within the site. The lack of known occurrences within the project boundary does not mean that <br />these species do not use the area. Minnesota’s Endangered Species Statute <br />(Minnesota Statutes, section 84.0895) and associated Rules (Minnesota Rules, part 6212.1800 <br />to 6212.2300 and 6134) prohibit the take of threatened or endangered species without a <br />permit.