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CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION MARCH 6, 2002 The Peltier Lake Association met on March 4, 2002 to discuss this issue. Staff understands that the Association is proposing a modification of the proposed no -wake zone that would be acceptable to the Association members. Staff would welcome any modifications that alleviate Association member concerns while still addressing the stated environmental concerns. He noted the public hearing in Centerville will be held on March 13, 2002. Councilmember Reinert asked when the problem began and what has occurred that makes the lake different now than in the past. Mayor Bergeson noted a public hearing will be held regarding this issue Monday, March 11, 2002, 6:30 p.m. Mr. Jerry Linder, 7413 Peltier Lake Drive, came forward and t ,; ` ' the Council for the opportunity to speak regarding this issue. He gave a presentati °eluded his background, video from the American Water-ski Associat • ting to noise on the lake, habitat of the Blue Heron and a conclusion. He • : = d ' - does understand the importance of the Blue Heron for the Lino Lakes area g= d - on they are leaving needs to be determined. Once that reason is determ'q e '.whatever is causing the problem should be limited such as noise or shore restrictio ted he will move the slalom ski course from its current location. Councilmember Carlson asked why info liven about Goose Lake in White Bear Lake. Mr. Linder stated Mr. LeBlanc had slalom course on Goose Lake. He course can be shortened. him that he should practice skiing the ants to ski on Peltier Lake and the slalom Mr. Hal Wagner, 15 Peltier L dive, stated the Association met on March 4. He is making a proposal fo $` LL + is obecause he is fairly neutral regarding this issue. The Association has a _ a no- ake zone is needed. The Association is proposing a no -wake zone from the og poles north because that is already an existing barrier and that will keep the two homy -wners out of the no -wake zone. Councilmember Carlson clarified that approximately 500 feet would be beyond the bog poles and past the homeowners. Mr. Wagner stated the Association would like the ordinance to state that no other restrictions will be put on the southern portion of the lake. He stated the proposal is the Association's first proposal and they are prepared to present another option if necessary. Ms. Joan Galli, DNR, came forward and commented on the biology of the herons noting that this particular location is the second largest colony in the seven county area. It is also the only colony in Anoka County. She commented on the Herons nesting habits noting