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reaches capacity at 1-2 CFS. As a result, the City of Lino Lakes is contemplating a new conveyance system and outlet structure to Peltier Lake from the 1,400 acre development area, which would be subject to review and approval by the RCWD. This may require the development of alternative standards (stormwater rules) to demonstrate no adverse impacts through the use of RCWD Comprehensive Stormwater Management Plan (CSMP) provisions. Goals & Policies Goal 4.1.1: Use the natural characteristics of the City's watersheds in combination with development standards and projects, to reduce present and future runoff rates and volumes (see also Natural Resources and Wetlands goals and policies). Policy 4.1.1A: Continue to enforce standards for storm water runoff quantity from new and re- developments consistent with RCWD, VLAWMO and NPDES Phase II requirements. The City is entirely within the legal jurisdiction of RCWD and VLAWMO, which have water resource permitting programs. The City will remain under RCWD and VLAWMO permitting jurisdiction. The City will coordinate its NPDES Phase II responsibility with the RCWD and VLAWMO permitting programs while understanding that ultimate responsibility for implementation of such a program remains with the City. Policy 4.1.1B: Implement volume control practices to address areas of identified rate and volume concern. Policy 4.1.1C: Support implementation of the RCWD program allowing for a municipality or public road authority to prepare a comprehensive stormwater management plan setting forth an alternative means of meeting water quality treatment standards. Banked "volume control" credits established by public entities for public linear projects with the RCWD prior to July 1, 2013 will continue to be recognized and enforced until all credits are used or all debits are fulfilled. Policy 4.1.1D: Recognize the potential uncertainty associated with managing water resources and understand the implications of emerging issues including climate change, and use Adaptive Management when appropriate. Policy 4.1.1E: Promote `Better Site Design" development techniques in developing and redeveloping areas to minimize runoff volumes. Policy 4.1.1F: Promote the use of agricultural conservation and management practices to reduce the rate and volume of runoff. Policy 4.1.1G: Promote the use of regional Best Management Practices where appropriate to reduce the rate and volume of runoff. 4.2. Water Quality Issues Current data indicate that water bodies located within the City have water quality issues. Several City lakes, such as Bald Eagle, Peltier, George Watch, Marshan and Centerville, Reshanau, Baldwin and Rice Lakes are included in the MPCA's impaired waters list. In addition, both Clearwater and Hardwood Creeks are also included on the 303(d) TMDL list due to biotic impairments. City of Lino Lakes SWMP 1 December 20151 65