01-08-2018 Council Meeting Packet

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Lino Lakes Local Water Management Plan Summary January 2, 2018 3 | P a g e - The implementation of a multi-functional greenway corridor in Northeast Lino Lakes to address the existing and future flooding concerns with Anoka County Ditches 55 and 72, including modifying existing ordinances to ensure implementation of all water quality, flood control, and natural resources components during development through the Northeast Lino Lakes Comprehensive Stormwater Management Plan · Evaluation of streambank erosion along ACD 10-22-32 and Clearwater Creek · Implement the City’s Wellhead Protection Plan and Water Conservation Management Plans · Incorporate pollinator habitat in future city projects · Educate residents and local businesses on smart irrigation and alternative landscaping options to reduce water use Continuing Activities · Establish and adopt Better Site Design (BSD) strategies for new development and provide guidance for staff, City Boards, and City Council · Protect high priority wetlands and high-quality habitats from stormwater runoff · The City of Lino Lakes will continue to address the Total Maximum Daily Loads to address nutrient, mercury and bacteria impairments in its surface waters. · The City of Lino Lakes will continue to work with regulating agencies to monitor, inspect and maintain the existing stormwater infrastructure, best management practices, and additional requirements as specified in the City’s Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan. · The City of Lino Lakes will review its existing policies, regulations, and ordinances to ensure the applicable ordinances and requirements are in line with the City’s needs and desires, as well as with all applicable higher regulations, including: - Better Side Design standards, - Maximum impervious percentage limits, and - Road design standards. · The City will also continue its efforts to obtain grant funding for future water quality, flood control, invasive species and groundwater protection projects.