HomeMy WebLinkAbout2004-019 Council ResolutionCITY OF LINO LAKES
RESOLUTION NO. 04-19
RESOLUTION MAKING A NEGATIVE DECLARATION
ON THE NEED FOR AN ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT
FOR THE PROPOSED LEGACY AT WOODS EDGE
WHEREAS, MN Rules 4410 establishes the requirements for the preparation of an
Environmental Assessment Worksheets (EAW); and
WHEREAS, the City initiated an environmental review to determine if the proposed
Legacy at Woods Edge has the potential for significant environmental effects, as
required by MN Rules, Chapter 4410.4300, Subpart 14.; and
WHEREAS, the Lino Lakes City Council makes the following specific findings of fact:
1 The City of Lino Lakes is the responsible governmental unit for the EAW.
2. An EAW, was prepared and the City Council approved its distribution with Resolution
03 -204. The EAW wastdistributed according to the requirements of MN Rules 4410
and its availability was published in the EQB Monitor on November 24, 2003.
3. The public comment period ended on December 24, 2003.
4. The City has reviewed comments on the EAW and has prepared responses to these
comments, included in the Record of Decision, dated February 9, 2004
5. The extent to which environmental effects are subject to mitigation by ongoing public
regulatory authority indicates that this project does not have the potential for
significant environmental effects.
6. In considering the type, extent, and reversibility of environmental effects, there will
be no significant environmental effects from the project.
7. The project involves no related developments, connected actions, or phased actions
as defined by MN Rules 4410.
8. The City Council must make either a negative declaration or a positive declaration
on the need for an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS).
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Lino Lakes City Council makes a
negative declaration regarding the need for an EIS, meaning that an EIS is not needed
for the Legacy at Woods Edge project as currently proposed.
Adopted by the Lino Lakes City Council this 9t" day of February, 2004
ATTEST:
AGENDA ITEM 7B
STAFF ORIGINATOR: Michael Grochala
C. C. MEETING DATE: February 9, 2004
TOPIC:
Resolution 04 -19 Making a Negative Declaration on
the need for and Environmental Impact Statement
ACTION REQUIRED: 3/5 vote
BACKGROUND
The Hartford Group, in conjunction with the City of Lino Lakes, is proposing to develop
the City's "Village" Master Plan. The "Legacy at Woods Edge" project is a mixed use
development, located in the southeast quadrant of I -35W and Lake Drive (County State
Aid Highway 23). The project includes upto approximately 350,000 square feet of retail,
service and office uses and 450 multi- family residential units. Also incorporated into the
site development is the YMCA. The project, as proposed, required the preparation of
an Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EAW).
The City retained the services of Short, Elliott, Hendrickson, Inc:, (SEH) to prepare the
EAW. The City Council authorized distribution of the EAW on November 10, 2003. The
required 30 day public comment period ended on the December 24, 2003. Comments
were received from the Minnesota Department of Transportation (Mn /DOT), Anoka
County Department of Parks and Recreation, Metropolitan Council, Anoka County
Highway Department, Army Corps of Engineers, the Minnesota Pollution Control
Agency (MPCA) and the . Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (Mn /DNR).
Agency comments and the City's responses are included in the attached Record of
Decision prepared by the City's Consultant Short, Elliott, Hendrickson, Inc.
After the public comment period, it is the City's responsibility to decide if it has enough
information to determine if the project will cause significant environmental effects. If it
will not cause such effects, the City makes a " negative declaration" meaning that an
Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) is not necessary. If the review process reveals,
in the judgement of the City, that the project will cause significant environmental effects,
the City makes a "positive declaration" meaning an EIS is necessary.
As setforth in the Record of Decision, adequate information has been presented to
determine that the proposed project will not cause significant environmental effects and
therefore an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) is not necessary.
The City's Environmental Board reviewed the draft Record of Decision on January 21,
2004 and recommended approval with the addition of a sentence to the Construction
Impacts section related to minimizing impacts to residences along Marshan Lane. Their
comments have been incorporated into the final document. Representatives from
Short, Elliott, Hendrickson, Inc. will be available at the council meeting to address
comments.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff is recommending approval of Resolution 04 -19 making a negative declaration on
the need for an Environmental Impact Statement.
ATTACHMENTS
Resolution No. 04 -19
Record of Decision
Record of Decision
LEGACY AT WOOD'S EDGE DEVELOPMENT
Findings of. Fact and Conclusions
Town Center Parkway and Lake Drive (CSAH 23)- In the southeast quadrant of
the I -35W /Lake Drive Interchange
In the
City of Lino Lakes
Anoka County, Minnesota
Prepared for:
City of Lino Lakes.
Prepared by:
Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc.
February 9, 2004
Legacy at Wood's Edge Record of Decision
City of Lino Lakes
February 2004
FINDINGS OF FACT
ADMINISTRATIVE BACKGROUND
The City of Lino Lakes is the responsible governmental unit (RGU) for this project.
An Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EAW) has been prepared for this project
as prescribed by environmental review requirements. Lino Lakes prepared the
EAW.
The EAW was filed with the Minnesota Environmental Quality Board (MEQB) and
circulated for review and comments to the required EAW distribution list. A Notice of
Availability was published in the EQB Monitor on November 24, 2003:
The thirty -day comment period closed on December 24, 2003. Written comments
received from agencies and citizens are summarized and responded to in this report
in the section "EAW Comments and Responses ".
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The proposed project consists of mixed -use development on approximately 65- acres
of land in Lino Lakes, Minnesota. The development will include 348,292 square feet
of commercial /office, 450 multi- family residential units, and 38,000 square feet of
civic uses (YMCA facility).
The proposed site plan incorporates the above square footages and number of
residential units into a series of buildings that have been located to minimize
disruption to existing natural features such as wetlands and mature trees, as well as
to maximize visibility and create a quality mixed -use development. The mixed -use
development will inspire an energetic neighborhood and will provide a number of
living, working, and service opportunities within the project area
The project _ includes an intemal street network that provides access to the
retail /office, residential, and civic buildings. Town Center Parkway, which currently
provides access to the Lino Lakes City Hall, will serve as a collector street and will
provide access to Lake Drive (Anoka County State Aid Highway (CSAH) 23) at the
southwest corner of the site The proposed local roadways will also provide corridors
for public water, sanitary ` sewer, and other utilities necessary to serve the
development.
The clustering of structures has been employed in the proposed development for the
purpose of preserving and enhancing sensitive land features on the site and for
providing parkland and open space. The proposed plan has the added benefit of
avoiding wetland impacts on the site and of minimizing impacts to a grove of mature
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trees located along the eastern edge of the site. A proposed storm water treatment
system will provide an efficient infiltration and retention system for storm water runoff
from the site Storm water ponds, vegetative grass filter strips, and infiltration cells
will be utilized to retain and treat runoff from the site These features will also provide
aesthetic value and green space to the visually attractive integrated neighborhood.
Initial site grading and construction of the Legacy at Wood's Edge Development is
anticipated to begin in 2004. Full development of the site is expected to be complete
in 2 to 3 years.
Criteria for Determining the Significance of Environmental Effect
Minnesota Rule 4410.170, subp.7 specifies the following criteria to be used in
deciding whether a project has the potential for significant environmental effects,
An Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) is not considered necessary for this
project based on the criteria listed below.
1. Type, Extent, and Reversibility of Environmental Effects
The EAW and this Findings of Fact summarize the type and extent of impacts
to the surrounding environment. Altematives to avoid potential impacts on the
environment were considered and evaluated during the development of the
site plan and prior to the preparation of the EAW. The proposed site plan also
includes design features to mitigate potential social, economic, and
environmental impacts.
The following is a summary of the major findings of the EAW regarding
potential social, economic, and environmental impacts as a result of the .
proposed mixed -use development project.
Compatibility with Local Plans
The project is consistent with local and regional plans, which includes the
following:
City of Lino Lakes Comprehensive Plan
o Land Use Plan
o Sanitary Sewer Plan
o Transportation Plan
o Surface Water Management Plan
City of Lino Lakes Subdivision and Platting Ordinance
City of Lino Lakes Shoreland and Floodplain Ordinances
Village Development Master Plan, 1997
Lino Lakes Town Center Design & Development Guide
City of Lino Lakes Handbook for Environmental Planning and Conservation
Development
Rice Creek Watershed District Watershed Management Program
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February 2004
The City's Comprehensive Plan guides the project area for mixed use
development and includes the Master Plan for this site, developed in 1997. The
City's Comprehensive Plan specifically states the following:
"The southeast quadrant of the I -35W /Lake Drive interchange represents
the Lino Lakes Village area The Village is intended to integrate a mixture
of commercial, medium and high density residential and public land uses
in an attractive and cohesive design."
The City's Zoning Ordinance provides for mixed -use development through the
use of the Planned Unit Development process. Additionally, the Village Master
Plan included design guidelines that are being implemented as part of the
proposed development.
Wildlife and Vegetation Impacts
A search of the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Natural
Heritage Database for rare plant and animal species or other significant natural
features known to occur within an approximate one -mile radius of the proposed
project was conducted. The results of the database search show four known
occurrences of rare species or animal aggregation sites in the search area A
Bald Eagle nesting site has been documented east of the project site within the
Wargo Nature Center, which is approximately 3/4 -mile east of the proposed
development. No Construction is proposed within close proximity of the nest.
The Lino Lakes Town Center Natural Resource Inventory Report was completed
in 1999. Additional biological field investigations were conducted on July 9, 2003,
to determine if any occurrences of rare plant species are present on the site The
results of the biological field survey conclude that there were no rare plant
populations encountered and that the proposed development will not directly
impact any rare plant species.
Erosion and Sedimentation
The preliminary grading estimates have been refined since the publication of
the EAW. Current estimates indicate that approximately 69,000 cubic yards of
material will be cut and approximately 150,000 cubic yards of fill material will
be required resulting in a net difference of approximately 81,000 cubic yards
of fill being required for the proposed project. All erosion /sediment control
measures and BMP's described in the EAW remain the same and will be
further documented in the NPDES Phase II permit for the project.
Wetland Impacts
The proposed site plan has incorporated avoidance measures to ensure no
wetland impacts or alterations of any wetlands will occur as a result of the
Legacy at Wood's Edge Development.
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City of Lino Lakes
February 2004
Water Related Land Use (Shoreland and Floodplain Impacts)
The southern and eastem portions of the site are located within the designated
shoreland zoning districts for Marshan Lake and George Watch Lake. The City
has adopted a shoreland and a floodplain ordinance that regulates development
within these designated areas. Furthermore, the DNR has approved these
ordinances. The proposed Legacy at Wood's Edge Development will fully comply
with the standards of these ordinances. The proposed project does not lie within
a delineated 1 00-year floodplain.
Water Quality Impacts
A surface water management plan-for the development is being proposed that
will retain storm water runoff on -site for the purpose of improving water quality
and incorporate infiltration to reduce surface discharge and promote recharge of
the groundwater.` To comply with City and Rice Creek Watershed District
requirements, the surface water management plan has addressed rate control by
utilizing proposed ponds and existing wetlands for live storage. The development
proposes to construct a drainage system within all the street improvements and
parking areas to convey runoff to proposed ponding areas and infiltration cells
(green space or 'underground storage chambers). Subsurface chamber
technology takes advantage of the soil's inherent filtration and renovation
capabilities to store and treat storm water runoff while providing the flexibility to
plan for additional buildings and green space. To maximize pollutant removal
efficiencies, the water quality control structures will be designed and constructed
according to NURP, the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination Systems
(NPDES) Phase 1I permit, the City of Lino Lakes, and Rice Creek Watershed
District standards. Based on a water quality analysis, the proposed development
will maintain adequate area for the retention (ponds) and infiltration, (natural and
underground chambers) of surface water runoff. Before construction can
proceed, both the City of Lino Lakes and Rice Creek Watershed District must
issue permits to satisfy surface water management regulations.
The project will eliminate two existing infiltration basins along the north side of
Town Center Parkway. These basins will be replaced elsewhere on the site
A National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Phase II permit will
be required for this project. Erosion prevention and sediment control best
management practices (BMP's) will be used in accordance with the NPDES
Phase 1I permit. An erosion control plan will be developed for the site and will
likely include temporary and permanent erosion control measures such as timely
revegetation of disturbed areas, hay bales, silt fencing, flotation silt curtains, and
sedimentation ponds.
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Hazardous Waste
A Phase I Environmental Site Assessment was completed for the site in May
2003. The assessment revealed the following environmental conditions in
connection with the site:
Two above- ground storage tanks, likely holding petroleum products, are
currently located and in use along the north end of the site;
An area of cars and miscellaneous vehicles are located on the northeastern
portion of the site; and
The northern portion of the site has been used as a sandblasting facility for
approximately 25 years.
The aboveground storage tanks will be removed as part of the development and
remedial action will be taken if necessary. Further evaluation of the soils in the
vicinity of the aboveground storage tanks and the vehicle storage area will be
conducted to determine if any petroleum releases have occurred or whether past
land uses may have adversely impacted the soils on the site
The proposed commercial and residential developments are not expected to
have petroleum or oil storage tanks. The land uses associated with the
commercial development are expected to be retail and /or restaurant types of
uses.
Traffic
AM and PM Peak Hour trip generation rates were developed for the proposed
development as well as the existing facilities (City Hall complex, Fairview Clinic,
and Lino Lakes State Bank). Trips to /from each building were assigned to the
street system within the development. This provided a tabulation of traffic
volumes at various locations within the development, as well as at the
intersection of Town Center Parkway and Lake Drive. According to this analysis,
the Peak Hour traffic volume is 1,155 trips, which occurs from 4:30 -5:30 pm.
Based on the traffic analysis, a concept transportation improvement plan was
developed for the Town Center Parkway and Lake Drive intersection. On Town
Center Parkway, the plan includes three outbound lanes to separate left turn,
through, and right turning traffic and also includes two inbound travel lanes.
Signalization of this intersection would also be necessary to maintain acceptable
levels of service and provided a controlled pedestrian crossing.
According to the 2020 Traffic Volume Forecast in the Lino Lakes Transportation
Plan, traffic volumes on Lake Drive are anticipated to increase to over 17,000
trips per day. Regardless of the proposed development, improvements to Lake
Drive are expected in the future. However, to accommodate the full development
of the Legacy at Wood's Edge Development, several additional improvements to
Lake Drive are being proposed. The concept transportation plan has proposed
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the construction of two southbound left tum lanes between the intersection of
Town Center Parkway and the I -35W bridge. Furthermore, traffic signals at Town
Center Parkway and both ramps to I -35W are anticipated. To signalize the south
ramp intersection, the existing off ramp and on ramp intersections, which are now
separated, need to be aligned to a single intersection, which would require the
reconstruction of approximately 400 -feet of the northbound on ramp.
Ultimately, the capacity on Lake Drive past the Town Center Parkway
intersection will need to be expanded. This will require additional lanes on Lake
Drive and the reconstruction of the I -35W bridge. Turn lanes will be necessary at
the interchange ramps to accommodate future traffic as well as full build -out
traffic from the Legacy at Wood's Edge Development. In the interim, between the
reconstruction of the bridge over l -35W and the development of portions or all of
the proposed development, an intermediate intersection needs to be developed
that has been described above.
The traffic volumes for the year 2020 along with full build -out of the proposed
development, have been used in a traffic simulation model. Results of the traffic
simulation as it relates to the regional transportation system have been shared
and discussed with Mn /DOT and the Anoka County Highway Department. This
information will also be shared with the Met Council
Construction Impacts
Temporary construction related impacts such as dust, odors, and noise have
been considered. There are a relatively small number of residences located
immediately south of the site that could experience temporary impacts resulting
from construction activities. However, considerable effort will be made to
minimize impacts on these residences.
Dust is likely to be generated by equipment during times of construction. Dust
generation will be minimized by enforcing best management practices, which
may include: 1) minimizing the periods and extent of areas being exposed or
graded; 2) watering construction areas and haul roads during periods of high
winds or high levels of construction activity 3) minimizing the use of vehicles on
unpaved surfaces and 4) covering and/or spraying material piles and truck
loads.
Temporary odors may be generated by exhaust from engines engaged in
construction activities. All equipment will be properly equipped to control odor
emissions.
Noise will be generated during the construction of the public improvements (e.g.
roads, sewer, water) and residential and commercial /office buildings in the
development. City ordinance regulates the daytime hours of construction to
minimize noise impacts to sensitive receptors on adjacent properties. Noise
mitigation is not proposed at this time because construction noise will be
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February 2004
temporary and all City and County roads in the area are exempt from state noise
standards. Noise levels along the local roadways are not anticipated to exceed
State noise standards, nor are they anticipated to be greater than noise levels
that are commonly experienced within a residential and commercial area
Furthermore, adequate building setbacks and acoustical site planning techniques
have been incorporated into the site plan to shield more sensitive land uses from
noise impacts.
Visual Impacts
Only routine visual impacts associated with construction activities and typical
urban development are anticipated by the proposed development. This area has
already been developed with the City offices, police station, and early childhood
development center. The proposed development will, change the nature of a
portion of the site from open space to one that is urban in nature.
The Lino Lakes Town Center Design & Development Guide, May 2000, will be
utilized to guide the orderly and integrated development of the site, which
includes a mix of land use (retail shops, office spaces, housing, recreation,
community facilities, and open space). The Guide emphasizes the importance of
creating attractive gathering spots, commons areas, and comfortable walking
environments for visitors and residents. Furthermore, the Guide identifies the
importance of maintaining a sense of place by incorporating tree-lined
boulevards, natural drainage swales, open spaces, appropriate building materials
(wood, masonry, and stone), landscaping, and architectural standards.
Historic and Archaeological Resources
The Minnesota State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) was contacted
regarding archaeology and historic resources in the area The SHPO completed
their review, acknowledged that the overall area contains a large number of
recorded sites, but recommended that no further study is necessary at the site of
the proposed Legacy at Wood's Edge Development.
2. Cumulative
Effects of Related or Anticipated Future. Projects
The EAW and this Findings of Fact address the impacts related to the proposed
development, based on existing conditions and post- development conditions.
The City of Lino Lakes is not aware or any other large -scale development plans
that are contingent upon the completion of the Legacy Development.
3. Extent to Which Environmental Effects Are Subject to
Ongoing Public Regulatory Authority
The mitigation of environmental impacts will be designed and implemented in
coordination with regulatory agencies and would be subject to plan approval and
the permitting process. Permits and approvals that may be required for the
proposed development include:
Mitigation by
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February 2004
City of Lino Lakes; Preliminary Plat Approval, Rezoning /PUD Approval, Final Plat
Approval, Site Plan Approval, and Building Permits,
Anoka County; Permit for Work Within CSAH 23 R/W, Final Plat Review
Rice Creek Watershed District; Land Development Permit Approval
Metropolitan Council; Sanitary Sewer Extension
MPCA• Sanitary Sewer Extension, NPDES Construction Permit
MN Dept. of Health; Watermain Extension Permit
MN Dept. of Transportation, Final Plat Review, Permit for Work Within I -35W
Right -of -Way
4. Extent to Which `Environmental Effects Can be Anticipated and Controlled
as a Result of Other Environmental Studies Undertaken by Public Agencies
or the Project Proposers, Including EIS's Previously Prepared on Similar
Projects
The RGU, City of Lino Lakes, has extensive experience in the planning and
review of residential and commercial development projects. The City of Lino
Lakes finds that the ` environmental effects of the proposed mixed -use
development have been anticipated and will be controlled as a result of
environmental review and experience with other similar residential and
commercial developments within the City.
EAW COMMENTS AND RESPONSES
The EAW for the Legacy at Wood's Edge Development was distributed on
November 24, 2003 to agencies and organizations on the official Environmental
Quality Board (EQB) distribution list, as well as additional agencies /organizations
that had either requested a copy of the document, and/or that could be affected by
the proposed project. The comment period for the EAW officially expired on
December 24, 2003.
Consistent with state and federal environmental review rules, substantive comments
are responded to in this Record of Decision /Findings of Fact. Written responses
have been provided for comments pertaining to analysis conducted for and
documented in the EAW. Specifically, responses have been prepared for statements
noting: incorrect or unclear information or content requirements. Comments agreeing
with the information, general opinions, or statements of preference were not
provided a formal response.
Copies of written comments received are provided on the following pages with
"footnote" responses in the margin.
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RESPOwst
1 An initial traffic simulation model was presented to Mn/DOT and the Anoka County Highway Department in
early December 2003. Additional traffic scenarios were requested and are being developed, reviewed, and
discussed at this time.
2 Due to the absence of County, State, and Federal funds for the full reconstruction of the Lake Drive /I -35W
interchange, the City has proposed interim improvements to address forecast traffic needs. The City is
actively pursuing additional funds for interim and long -term improvements.
3 Recognizing the incompatibility between residential development and highways, the site plan has been
prepared to include commercial structures adjacent to I -35W and Lake Drive, while the majority of residential
units have been centrally located on the site.
John j:C, VOnDetiadC
Director
Anoka County
Department of Parks anal Reereatioh
550 Bunker Lake Boulevard, NV7 • Andoverailinnaota 55304
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Mike Grocchala,
ComfnufiityDevel pmentDirector
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Please: acceptthis letter as acknowledgment (Atha •Envir inmentai Assessment•Worksheet (EAw) for
the °Legacjr at woods Edge' Development' done by,Sshort Elliott Hendrk son Inc (SEH),:.November
2003: The Anoka;Courtiy Parks and Recreation Departh ent „has reviewed t#te worksheet and.makes
the'following:-cornments
thepropbSed :de eloprt!erlt is adjaceritto the Rice.CreekChain-of:takes: gecjionaf Park
Wthe has Identified natural resource issues and is- complete,
the propeserf.developnientwl u•have tmnunaf:irnpact tothe.park properly.
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Frain our 13erspectWei the eehSuitants, SEyt haveedone a thorough task of identifying •and`;itititigaiing
Impacts.errthe adjapentwetiands and the surrounding natural ertvirortinent. 1Ne aretjledta,see that
the proposed land :use w1U 'be buffered try, the a osting: nroodlands and wetlands. We :are also
encouraged to see.that th e;areas v ill be.desionated.as. out4otsheld in public cownerst 1p
AS wedisaissed,°futuret ail access into the park wtli offer many benefits to people ltving:an&Working,
there. Once you begin to `develop tral plans, we should take a closerlgok.at potential con idersand'
connections® hatw.l work:with Or ewsting and,propsed trail ystem plan within the park.
we aPp ,- �” •'the oppsirfur ityto re�(iew.your plans. Please keep as lnfonned ai.:t . '
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RESPONSE
1 The City of Lino Lakes concurs with the Anoka County Parks Department comment.
2 As part of the proposed development, the intent is to provide a trail connection along the easterly portion of
the development that would extend into the regional park. Further coordination between the City, Anoka
County Parks Department, and developer will occur to identify the proposed trail corridors.
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Community DevelopmentDirectcu
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ItE: Environmcntat Assessment'. Wooksheet,('EAW)=..egacy at Woods trip
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Metropolitan Connell .'Reviewlite No. '190654
iDearNit Gtocliala;
Metropolitan Council staff has t eviewedfhe City of Lino "Lake's Environm ntal Assessment'
V orksheet goncerningthe Legacy at Woods'Edge develcipti ent proposal. It is Council staff's
understanding; that:ti is,EAW iiwoives a•mtxed=vsa projectloeated oa approxintately 65 acres in
the southeast quadrantof the 135W and Anoka County 23 intercchange. The proposal includes
41mo4t 350 0 sgt}ape fe tof offeelrctail; commercial usc,;450 multi rainily residential units,
and 38,000square feet ofc vit::uses.
Council,staff has rev ewed'thiat4 to:deterinine both its adtgUacy-and,accuta:cy in: addressing
regional .concems`and;its >paten'tild,for s gnii cant env roiniicntnl ;impact: 86,1:Trinclathat the
D aftE*W-is totni4:910mAtt•anCtiOtn,Willi;testect.tti regional Concerns and raises no major issues
ofconsistencywith ;Councilpolicies. nEnvirontpentat, Tznpact Statementis>not.necessary,for
regional purposes. However ;N retropghtan&Cgwic%1 staff ptovides theodvisorycomiucnts
ilea izedb!:etow r '
fo yourconsidetationwhen: matting5ubsegtietttpmjeet;ilectstons.
Rem.; Fish, Wiidl f a74Ser logfc41/1ensidve Wesonteei
Since vntuafly all ofthe storniwatcr.is directed to the regional: park there could be a
regional system impact to the::Regional :ecreatton ?Open S pace System.if thnstcrrnwater
quality antl:or volume ire such that t ey negatively itnpact'the natural resources of the .
park, A,nttinberof stormwaterinanagemen techniques arelisted in the'EAW as
potential ' ways! to. niariagestorrawater =wit There' ate; more ideas avalableirtthe,
Metropolitan : Council's .UrbanSmal[Sites BMPManuat The manual ' is- available at:
http itwww,auetrocouncii1.oredeiiv ontne tt/WatershediPMP /manual.htm.
Given the-extent ofwetland habitatadjacet t to,the'site, Council staff'recomniends that
surmountable curbing} erequi ed.for the ioadways to be. constructed. within theproject.
Ile M 17 Water Quality uiface r Runo
]n :addition t0:the underground storm water chambers proposedto beutilized toinfiltrate.
on-site rnno Council' staffiecutnmends'it cotporation*rain ,garden'bio=infiltnition
orroemetrecouncilemt Metro InSi Lee ti Agee
9a01Cat19rt cultist , at oUt. Minnesota -55 O t '• ',• 054 0o31000" • Fax 60245, 30 • 111 292;0904
• N 19.. d 3PO'tmek kw/AO,
RESPONSE
1 The majority of the site will be developed at a high level of urban development. However, the City
recognizes the extensive wildlife habitat east of the site and proposes to install surmountable curbing along
the easterly side of the roadway located in the northeastern portion of the site This would allow any wildlife
that enters the urban area from the wetland complex to the east the ability to traverse the curb and retreat
back to the east to undeveloped portions of the site and the Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Regional park.
areas into the design of themanyparking :lot vegetated islands on the This unclear
;Gorr the document Fthis losv impact ; developmentpractieeis currently—part of the
,proposal. *.constructing depressed, rather than raised islands" and surrounding the .
islands-With curb cuts or; concrete edges 004 3100e to the interior of the islands, runoff
from theparking areas can be routediinto these vegetated; areas, then through a piped
overflow iota the-underground chambers: In this fashion the first flush ofrunoffevents
can be retained intthebio- nftlt ation weak maxirnizingtheefficiency the test of the
runofftreatment trein.
Item 10 -;band Cover and ftem 25- .RearbyResource
The=profposal" includes ahigh<percentage;orimpervious surfaces thatwilt cover 30 acres if
the projectis implemented as proposed. To preserve water quality in the adjacent
regional. park stormwaterrunofifrom the development wiltneed to be:.managedin an
ecologically sensitive manner..,
Portions. of the site are identifiedas regionall +importantit the joint' Metropolitan
Council andMinnesotaDepartment of islituralResourcesRegionalNaturalResources
Inventory and Assessment The EAW should acknowledge this designation.
Areas of particular concem include:"
• •proposed re iucttoris in wooded/.forested land cover the regional park;
• potential"loss of theisland of oakwoodsin the•southwest/central "part of the site;1
use:ofnative vegetation in the proposed vrban/suburban,Iandacaping where- there
are'developtnent,transit ons tortheregionalpark's:natural areas.
Item 19 -- Gcolagic Jlazards awffog "Condilioas
This.item states that "excessively drained soils and- - relatively high: ground water table
creates: a potential for ground water contamination•" The sanitary waste issue is
addressed';: through; the municipal sanitary' treatment, off site. It is,recoimmend that this
information also be considered when
'm
information ,Deepstormwater
ponds woulrfhavethe potential to directly contaniinale groundwaterwithoils, -road salt,
and either contaminates associated with roads and "parking lots.
ftem 2i —,Tra c
The EAW statesthatyear 2020 -traf lc.volr mes for fullbuiild -out of the site will be part of
a AitilidatiOngiograitithattsheing developed. It further statesthat results •ofthetratf c:
simulation as it relates : to' the -regional transportation system will be shared and discussed
with Mi>l nesota:.Department of Transportation'(Mn`I?OT) ,and.the Anoka County iighway
department The results of tho traffic. simulation model should also be shared and
discussed with' the IvIetropolitanCouncil.
There is currently. ='no transit service to the, proposed; development. Rowever,Routes250
end262.do operate in the area,. and.Rou'tte 250 travels past the site s n,Lake
Dnve on its "dead cad" routing to and riot St. I`oseph's Church Park & Ride. lot. Metro
Transit an`d Metro Transit Services.can consider rerouting one or both.ofthese routes•to
offer residents service to.;both downtown Minneapolis anddowntown St Paul. In
RESPONSE
2 The majority of the interior parking lot islands do not have sufficient area to treat and store the amount of
runoff that will be generated from the proposed development, but these islands will consist of a pervious
surface that will provide some infiltration. Detention ponds and underground infiltration chambers will be
utilized to treat and store runoff from the site. Where applicable, a drop curb design will be used to provide
access to infiltration ponds. Currently, the site plan includes four onsite ponds that will receive runoff from
impervious areas through a drop curb design.
At the time the EAW was written, the City was not aware of the Regional Natural Resources Inventory and
Assessment (NRI /A) and that the MNDNR and Metropolitan Council had identified a portion of the site in the
assessment. The Metropolitan Council was contacted, and a copy of the NRI /A map was attained.
Preservation efforts have been incorporated into the site plan that will reduce impacts on a grove of mature
trees located on the eastern side of the site (adjacent to the park). Furthermore, the proposed development
includes natural open space areas and vegetative buffers between the development and the park boundary.
Suitable separation (3 to 4 feet) will be maintained between the bottom of detention ponds /infiltration
chambers and groundwater to minimize the potential for contamination.
addition, theycould review the possibility of reverse commute service out from the
downtowns for the office portion ofthe:development if thereissufficient demand.
Metro Transit would prefers for any potential .bus;stops for the development to ,belocated
On Lake DrivU to .:minimize route deviations and;extra runting time. Therefore, it is
important that there are good pedestrian connections throughout ;the =development and to
,akeDrive. lithe proposed residential development is within l%4 mile of Lake Drive it
would generailybe considereda reasonable walking distance to transit. service: Alto.:in
the.soutbbound direction riders would need; to. cross Lake board the bus,,so a
traffic signal/crosswalk *suggested. uggested. Since any <potentiai bus stops would probably be on
LakeDr ve,, safety =for buses making. stops should= be'kept in mind when designing :the
proposedarnprovements on -Lake Drive.
At the present time one ofthe theregionislargest park and ride facilities (I-35W at 95th Ave
in Blaine; 80 spaces) is onlya couple ofmiles from the site. ivlost :likely commuters"
will drive to�this park and tide, which offers.a highlevel'of express service to downtown
Minneapolis and also limitedstop service to St: Paul. Also,. the City of Lino Lakes' is
within t ieservice area for theAnoka•County Traveler. Currently,.dial-a -ride service is
available in'thearea,
This concludes he;Counell's review of. the SAW. The:Council will take no formai action. It
youhaveany,questions need further . information, or would like to mcet with staffto discuss any
comments :noted above, please contact Bob Mazanec,.principal:reviewer, at 651- 602 -1330 or at
bob.mazanec rJr m, etc.state.mn.us
Sincerely,
Phyllis i anson, Iaiiager
Wriice of Planning: and Technical Assistance
cc: Cieorgiellilker, Metropolitan Council District tl
Bob .1Mazanec, Office 'of Planning andT'ecbnical:Assistance
CherylDison,:Reviews Coordinator, Offce.ofPlanning and Technical Assistance
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RESPONSE
5 The Metropolitan Council will be contacted when the results of the traffic simulation are available for
discussion and review.
The City is supportive of expanding transit services to this area of the City. Sidewalks are being proposed
throughout the development that would provide access to Lake Drive and any future bus stops. The
signalization of Lake Drive has been identified as part of the transportation improvements necessary for the
proposed development. This would provide a controlled crossing point for pedestrians or transit users to
cross Lake Drive.
COUNTY OF ANOKA.
Public Services Division
HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT
1440 BUNKER LAKE BLVD. N.W., ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304
(763) 862.4200 FAX (763) 862.4201
December 24, 2003
Mr. Michael Grochala, Director
Community Development
CITY OF LINO LAKES
600 Town Center Parkway
Lino Lake, MN 55014
SUBJECT: Legacy at Woods Edge EAW
Dear Mike,
First, and foremost, I'd like to thank you for including the County in the preliminary reviews of
this project. A well - designed, safe and functional roadway system will be a key component to
the success of this project. We appreciate your willingness to work with us on these issues.
With respect to the EAW information, our major concerns, of course, are the roads, from safety,
capacity, and funding points of view. These concerns include:
• c rentiy. the County does not have any improveooents planned to CSAH 23 (Lake
Drive), nor are any scheduled through 2015.
• While the 2020 Tragic Volume Forecast in the Lino Lakes Transportation Plan
anticipates volumes on CSAH 23 to increase to over 17000 trips per day" (EAW
pg. 23), the County's 2015 Transportation Plan anticipates volumes of 9,000 on the
southwest side of I.35W interchange in front of the development.
• Access management in the area between 1 -35W and the south project limits should
meet the County's Access Management Guidelines. Mn/DOT's guidelines may also
apply
• The development initiated improvements to the County Road system should be
designed in accordance with the guidelines for plat and site plan review in the
County's Development Review Process manual dated December, 2003.
• The City, County, and Mn /DOT, may wish to consider a short -, mid-, and long -range
programming and funding plan for the road improvements recommended in the
Affirmative Action! Equal opportunity Employer.
RESPONSE
1 The City of Lino Lakes Comprehensive Transportation Plan forecast traffic volume for Lake Drive /CSAH 23
was based on 1996 ADT volumes. The 2002 Traffic Flow maps indicate the traffic volumes on Lake
Drive /CSAH 23 near Elm Street were 10,000 trips per day. The 2002 map may include traffic counts from
year 2000 and probably does not reflect the growth in the Target/Kohls development area north of I -35W.
Therefore, the City believes the existing traffic volumes on the southwest side of the 1 -35W interchange
already exceed the Anoka County 2015 forecast volume of 9,000 trips per day.
2 The development will allow for the closure of one access point that currently provides access to Artic
Sandblasting Company. Additional access closures or restrictions will be pursued at the time capacity and
safety improvements are made to this portion of Lake Drive.
Legacy at Woods Edge 2 December 24, 2003
EAW. It would be prudent to plan the improvements in such a way as to avoid
reconstruction of any interim improvements made--in other words, maximize the
potential of our investments.
• The EAW mentions a future "tragicsin:Walton as It relates to the regional
transportation system" (EAW pg. 25). The County is very interested in seeing the
results of this:simnlation and we look forward to discussing these with you and
MnIDOT, hopefully prior to PrelicpinazyPlat review.
• There is some comas about the impact alibis project on traffic farther south on
CSAH 23. While it is understood that this is outside of the scope ofthe EAW,
development of this portion of the City will anchor, or set in stone, the potential for
alternatives. Before alternatives are eliminated, ft would be helpful to discuss the
cumulative impact of this, and other, development projects in greater detail with the
City
• We encourage early, possibly draft, submittal of any Preliminary Plat and/or site plan
of the Legacy at Woods Edge to the County Staff ibr review. This is an important
development for. the City and we would like to give it as much attention as needed.
Thanks, again, for the opportunity to be involved in this project early in the process. We look
forward to continuing discussions with the City on the items listed above,
Sines ely
gi4fefrati
Kate Garwood
Multimodal Transportation Manager
cc Doug Fischer, County Engineer
Jane Rose, Traffic Engineering Manager
:Brigid Gombold, Mr/DOT
Ann Braden, Metro Council
RESPONSE
3 An initial traffic simulation model was presented to staff from the Anoka County Highway Department and
Mn/DOT in early December 2003. Additional traffic scenarios were requested and are being developed,
reviewed, and discussed at this time
4 The preliminary plat for the proposed development was submitted to Anoka County on December 16, 2003.
mrzo
ATTRITION CF:
Construction- Operations
Regulatory (04- .01350 -TJF)
Mike Groehala
City of Lido. Bakes
S00 Town to ter Parkway
Liao Lakes, Minnesota 55014
Dear Mr..:Grochala:
DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
ST. PAUI. DISTRICT. CORPS OF ENGINEERS
1s0 F FTH`STFIE,ET EAST
ST. PAUL, EE1011038"
.December 18, 2003.
We...have reviewed the Environmental Assessment Worksheet
(EAW); that: was prepared; fora project in Lino Lake's called the
Legacy a"t W.00d's Edge• Developnent: <rights for portions of the
site have been acquired by The. Hartford • Group:. The. project' site
i.s in the southeast: quadrant of T3,5W acid Lake Drive. 'in the ;MS 1/4
Sec,. '17, T, 31N ,T Fi 22W..,, "Anoka County; Minnesota.
The-EAw indicates that wetland areas on the site would be
preserved. The Corps of Engineers,.; regulates the discharge of
dredged and fill material into waters . and wetlands under Section.
444 of the Clean Water Act, If the project involves no work,i.
any waters or wetlands' a permit will not be required from the
Corps;
We understand a wetland delineation has •;been - conducted;• and
the deevelopnent would not require any work within any waters or
wetlands This delineation should be; verified by .the Corps or,
the .Rice Creek Watershed District. Also; all wetlands- should be;.
clearly staked `in the field to avoid inadvertent encroachment
during construction.
If you have any questions, contact Timothy J. Pell in our
:St. Paul office at (651) 294- •5360. In ,any correspondence or
inquiries, please refer to the Regulatory number shown above.
Sincerely,
$obert t:ing
.Chief., Regulatory 'Branch
CFc >RCWD::
RESPONSE
1 ' Prior to the commencement of construction activities, wetland boundaries will be staked and reviewed by the
Rice Creek Watershed District.
Minnesota 011utton Control Agency
necembe 17:, 10:03
Mr. ,Michael Groc'hala
GUj! ofLmo Lakes
600 Towis Centet arkway
3 no LaiiesxN 55144
RE 'TlieLe y' at Woods Edgei)etrg�tspinent
DearMMr..Grochalave
ediaft Environmental ' essmcin Wo `kSbeei.(Ei for tT c Lcgaey.,at WoodsE ise l evclopment has.
been reviewed ?`Mnmesota:Pollution:Control Agency ((MPCA) staff This .comme t iettcr addresses
1na*0.0cdnccrn1.0.1 PC staffrevic rng the EAW and xs submttted„for constderatton byt(he Crty pf
Lino Lakes, the respottallble govcromeoial unit, in deriding whether an:. nv n'taI.impact Statement„
should b'e prepared on xheproject, It does,not constitute approval by the<MPCA ofany or all.etemcrtts of:
the project,for the• purpose ofpending.or- uuire permit *.atib0. (OW the:MPCA. We have attempted to
identify and consult'wi h ntereated program staff to rdeuuf3! theMPCATpemuts that may be rectuired. • •
Additional comments orrequests for information'maybe subr►i tied iniiie future ;to addresssspeeificiseues
,telsted:'tq the deve1opmenc;ofsucb
}1erm►t4 Ultrmately, rtes the resporsib¢tty ofthc projcct;propose►•o
secure any:required permits and torconiply with anly;regutstte pcmu't,conditions.
T6!cf'oliowingcommentsare,. made: foryourruse,iil;revisingthedratt' W.
iterfiTb,
Thiissccticm should,include`((e need tgpomply with the MPf A Phase It Stormwafcr, Permit. The OW
states "Polltswangdevelopment of ibe proposed situ storm water will be...treated-through infiltration,
4P 00* subsur a chamber, tec "hnology`and;t'oughretenfionp that will mectNational•
'tJrbamitunoffProgratrr(Ntilt'P guidelines, " T¢iePhase1 NPDES ,petnatcontainsrequirements:for
sizing and settling rielitcttaes that thte pon d.must al hieve in order 10 be stl °eompliance w ith the omit
These *egmrerrtents aretnotithesame ps 111V rend tsand"nced to be mcorparated in to the Pond=
design:".
Thank you or the opportunity to Knew :theEA1?1x. 'Should !ou haveany,; ucs`tions
please: contact'mev (65I) 296. 7746.
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St Paul Brainerd,t
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155 -: 4194 (612) 29 300'(Yoic9). (812) 282- 5332 OW); „www pca.stafe.rnn us,
troi ihlSea PuiuthrM0 %06 +Marshall..Rochester•Willmar
nr de!PPrca0.n gnleest20,c 4Sb,sIr nFTRef. Oed0/mrwmen.
RESPONSE
The permanent storm water management system will consist of a combination of wet sediment basins and
infiltration systems (underground chambers and ponds) to meet the requirements of the NPDES Permit No.
MN R100001. Furthermore, the project has been designed to meet the Rice Creek Watershed District
infiltration .requirements of 0.34 inches of runoff and dead storage requirements of 2.5 inches of runoff. A
large portion of the runoff from the site is directed to a series of infiltration basins /ponds located along the
southerly and easterly boundaries of the site or through underground infiltration chambers. Runoff from
these systems eventually outlet to a wetland (Wetland 2 on Figure 7 of the EAW) that is connected to
another extensive wetland complex (Wetland 1) that is located in the George Watch Lake watershed.
1V mApseta aegartment of NaturalAes grees
1200 blamer Road
St. PO; M'gnesota 551.08:
651:772.7900.
Decetnber j3400
Michael 0001,1ala
Community Development J fires
City of Lino Lakl s
600 Town Center ftviayr
Lino Lakes:24 55014
ItE: 'Lcgacyat Woods • dge ironmeiital Assessment W.orkshect'(F:AW)
Dear Mr. Grochalz
The,Deparhnent,of istatntai.Resources (DN'R) has reviewed IheEA.W. for the proposed Legacyrat Woods
Edge Diem. pmcnt in tfie.Cit5y of Lino Lakes. Ia.general, the RAW appears tg be completc';and accurate.
We,offer the'following.commcnts= for
Cover`'Tvtes (fienm;No ov
Table ishowsihaeonversvona46aeresat woodedffote &t: cover "ltiis•mayxesuftin7heremovalafa
44044V amountof wood from thdsite,:'Depcn iiug on its condition, thiswood maybe used as
landscaplegmaterial,firewood, or as a replacement for coal in the produaron of energy. The°developer
shv) ild .contact'Scan.Moue,110*,Regi4:1 vForcst t1gti7Atton and: larket gw:5pccial)at'.(651 7'72- 7567} fs r'
advice :on this subject:
Water.Oualitv:'Stifface'Water Rtino ieiti,NTo>17)
The project proposer has done°a-good job;of mcorporanng stormwateritifiltrFWOa technolog es intp die
plans9for th "sire. Otte EAW` that the project ll.result in a zero percent posadcvelopme;r tnc ease
in'- runoffrates.' We• recommendthat thiscontrol,be�coupledwithazero aercent =increase in.nmo
volumes.. improvement volume control would be desirable, especially considering that ; tie project Will
resin ii a 43.•percent ncrease:inlimpervious col er in the sitoreland <district of'111aishan Z ake.
ItemN4 .7bIttasthattreatedstormwat eitherwvili "beinfiltratecl•ordischtt,t*4 wet)an %ds T'heEAW
litatcnot:statalWchaatOirkstaimivatevranoft volume •ftom the site, This information: would be useful
and we:0commend tliatitbeai cludcdtn ho,EA'W.
Thank you forthe opportunity toaeviiew this project and the EAW We look forward t0 re ceivingyour.
record of decision a4responses tolcomments. -at the conclusion of enviroimiental review. npesotu
Rules part 44�1t1 1760,- subpars: llia.5, require ou totsendus your rd ofDecision within•fiveldays
of'decidingon this action. 07,9itiiaveany questions about these commen`ts,p"• lease call'V{/,ayne Bnxstad;.
the . Regional F.nvlrctnmentslt ssessmentEcologist,atb5i 772 -7940.
nAmitthapertuaity.- Employer V itatttespiiyets ty
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RESPONSE
The City will evaluate alternative uses of wood removed from the site and will contact the Regional Forest
Utilization and Marketing Specialist for further assistance.
2 The storm water management plan for the proposed development incorporates wet sediment basins and
infiltration systems (ponds/basins and underground chambers) to treat and store runoff, which results in a
system that exceeds The Rice Creek Watershed and City storm water requirements for treatment and
storage. However, as is typically the case with most developments, the post - development conditions will
result in an overall increase of runoff volume. This increase in runoff volume is likely to only occur in the
George Watch Lake Watershed because the storm water management plan establishes a drainage system
that routes nearly all runoff from the site to the east and into the George Watch Lake Watershed. Runoff
from impervious surfaces that are within the Marshan Lake Shoreland District is directed to a series of
infiltration basins/ponds that eventually outlets to a wetland, which is tributary to another extensive wetland
complex located in the George Watch Lake watershed. Therefore, the increase in runoff volume from the
site will have no net effect on the Marshan Lake Watershed and Shoreland District.
1
L cy at *p Woods. dge:EAW
v
December 18, 4'093
Pap 2
S, ncerely{
for
Kathleen Xatteenk . Wallace
Regional Oireetfir
�r Steve Col tin
WayneBarstad,
Jean MouelIc
Sarafr*offmann
Bry+an1- ,Luetir
Tom Hove
Dave Ziappetillq:
Tonr.Balconi
Joa,`f.arsen) EQB.
1 ick RowRc. USFW
#20030164
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An ;Equal Oppoxtwut'Er loyerWio ValuesDiversity
,p0R Inlegnabof 861196.6157 1. 868. 646-.6367+ .111451 ,4440 '4'
11804657-092H
RESPONSE
2 cont. The EAW incorrectly stated that the impervious surface coverage within the. Marshan Lake Shoreland
District was calculated to be approximately 43% of the total area within the Shoreland District boundary. The
correct statement should have read that the impervious surface coverage was calculated to be
approximately 43% of the area for only the portion of the, proposed development that falls within the
Marshan Lake Shoreland District. The percent change in impervious cover within the entire Marshan Lake
Shoreland District that results from the proposed development would be substantially lower.
Legacy at Wood's Edge Record of Decision
City of Lino Lakes
February 2004
CONCLUSIONS
1. All requirements for environmental review of the proposed project have been
met.
2. The EAW and the permit processes related to the - project have generated
information that is adequate to determine whether the project has the potential
for significant environmental effects.
3. Mitigation will be provided where impacts are expected to result from project
construction and operation of the site. Mitigative measures are incorporated into
the site plan, and have or will be coordinated with state and local agencies during
the permit process.
4. Based on the criteria in Minnesota Rules 4410, the project does not have the
potential for significant environmental effects.
5. An EIS is not required on the proposed Legacy at Wood's Edge Development
project.
6. The City of Lino Lakes ®m® ffi February 9, 2004 stating
its approval of the Environmental Assessment Worksheet and its acceptance of
the Findings of Fact and Conclusions for the Legacy at Wood's Edge
Development.
Community Development Director, City of Lino Lakes
Date
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