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Integra Proposed Conservation Development Site Public Value Statements • The Integra property is within a Level 1 habitat/Greenway area of the Open Space, Greenways, Parks and Trails Plan adopted last year. Level 1 habitat are those habitats pulled out of our MLCCS that are of higher existing value. • Integra's land is within a higher classified significant eco patch of the Minnesota DNR's regionally significant ecological areas. • The flood plain area map is extensive throughout this site. It would be very beneficial from a local water quality standpoint to be looking for ways to restore CD 25 to more of a natural system in order to restore native vegetation and improve water quality to Reshaneau Lake. • Several areas of this site have or have the potential to have unique vegetation. • This area acts as a natural wildlife corridor. The site is in the vicinity of documented Blandings Turtle activity and nesting. Restoring Flood Plain could serve to restore critical habitat for this endangered species. • This area is critical to the establishment of a non - invasive, yet recreationally enjoyable trail link to the existing park systems. • Conservation Development of this site affords flexibility to site development in order to improve surface water runoff quality through the use of a surface water treatment train. • Preserving more natural open space (through a conservation easement). • Reducing the extent of impervious surfaces and the size of the development footprint • Restore /enhance ecological systems on the site as part of the development process • Protect off -site ecological systems through increased buffering, and floodplain restoration. • Ensure long -term natural resource stewardship through an endowment program sponsored by the Developer • Provide public park and trail opportunities consistent with the System Plan • Manage storm water (flow rates and quality) using natural infiltration approaches • Preserve the open space aesthetics to which community residents have become accustomed. • Maintain natural buffer between established and new developments.