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Policy 4.10.1A: Implement the City's plan for the regular inspection and maintenance of public water resource infrastructure consistent with the requirements of the NPDES MS4 permit. Policy 4.10.1B: Require Operation and Maintenance agreements for the inspection and maintenance of privately constructed water resource infrastructure. Policy 4.10.1C: Implement and refine a training program to prevent or reduce pollutant runoff resulting from City operations. Policy 4.10.1D: Prepare an annual report in accordance with the NPDES MS4 permit and share results with the public, City Council and Boards. Policy 4.10.1E: Conduct monitoring to evaluate the effectiveness of the City's stormwater management actions on the quality of water resources. 4.11. Public Participation, Information & Education Issues City residents, businesses and property owners need to have a clear understanding of basic stormwater management, water quality, and natural resource protection concepts, policies and regulations to support and implement stormwater management and natural resource protection efforts. Goals & Policies Goal 4.11.1: Inform and educate the public concerning urban stormwater management and the problems pollutants cause if allowed to enter into our water resources. Policy 4.11.1A: Identify and alert residents of potential ecological challenges and threats that can affect Lino Lakes and the property of residents. Policy 4.11.1B: Plan and initiate cooperative efforts with the state and other local government entities in programs that provide information to the public on how to effectively address and manage ecological and water quality threats. Policy 4.11.1C: Proactively educate the community and its residents of all ages about the specific actions they can or may be asked to take in addressing ecological and water quality threats. Goal 4.11.2: Offer programs, educational opportunities and information that facilitate an understanding of water resource issues in the City of Lino lakes. Policy 4.11.2A: Continue to encourage and support programs that measure the effectiveness of Best Management Practices. Policy 4.11.2B: Actively develop and implement a community education program relating to preserving and improving water quality consistent with the City's MS4 permit requirements and/or coordinate with regional education efforts. Policy 4.11.2C: Share infrastructure information developed through the Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) program for City -owned facilities to educate the public about how City of Lino Lakes SWMP 1 December 20151 72