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CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION FEBRUARY 20, 2002 Ms. Joan Galli, DNR, noted that the DNR requires both cities to work together if the lake is in both cities. Environmental Specialist Asleson stated Staff wants to use the same ordinance that Centerville is using and have it approved by the Council. The public hearings will be held and the proper notices will be sent to residents. Mr. Wayne LeBlanc, 1677 Peltier Lake Drive, stated he has spoken to all the residents that are affected by the ordinance except for one. Everyone has indicated they are agreeable to the no -wake zone. Environmental Specialist Asleson stated a no -wake zone will not affect the use of the lake. Anoka County has agreed to post the no -wake zone each year. Councilmember Carlson inquired about the depth of the la Environmental Specialist Asleson stated the lake is very shallow with an average dep 1 feet. The southern part of the lake is deeper than the northern area. Councilmember Carlson referred to page 2 and inqui ` dthe reference to phosphorus and plant growth. Environmental Speli"; Asleson stated that in the absence of phosphorus there is no plant growth. Ms. Galli referred to a map and pointed ou She gave information on the Blue Heron ri on Peltier Lake is the second largest i help sustain the birds and their nests. their nests. Everyone needs to wo eron nests within the metro area. their nesting habits. The nesting colony county area. She stated everyone has to ance is the main factor in the birds leaving toward keeping the birds in the area. Mayor Bergeson stated h , elieves rcement is an issue. The only water patrol that is active is Anoka County. Ms. Galley stated education i' e key and signage and buoys will help. When people are aware of a no -wake zone they usually abide by it. There will be a DNR employee on the lake this year to help with enforcement of the new ordinance. Mr. Jeff Perry, Anoka County, stated he also believes that enforcement is an issue. The Conservation Officer can also help enforce the no -wake zone. Everyone from Anoka County is fully supportive of this ordinance. The northern part of the lake and the island are a gem and they need to be protected. That area is a major asset of the County Park. Environmental Specialist Asleson stated a notice of the hearings will be put in the paper next week. Public Hearings will be held on March 11 and March 25. There is then a 30 day waiting period and a maximum wait of 120 days from the State. Council directed Staff to move forward with the proposed ordinance.