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The third project proposed is to conduct testing on fish within Sunfish Lake. The project would consist of <br />testing two species of fish and establish a fish advisory for those species. <br />Staff are supportive of continuing the buckthorn removal and elimination project and are supportive of the <br />fish testing project. Staff don’t have strong feelings either way on the boardwalk but do want to note it will <br />have future maintenance impacts after 2031 that will include lumber replacement for the railing and <br />walkway, and routine staining/sealing. Clearing snow off the boardwalk in the winter is not recommended <br />as the use of shovels or equipment will continue to create damage that will shorten the life of the bridge. <br />The grant proposal would cover some maintenance costs up to 2031. Keep in mind damage to the board <br />walk from trees falling is a possibility and would create other maintenance costs. <br />The Park Commission has been supportive of continuing the buckthorn removal project and the potential <br />Boardwalk. They have not been asked to provide feedback on the fish testing. <br />FISCAL IMPACT: <br />There is no financial obligation at this time. <br />RECOMMENDATION: <br />“Motion to support and submit letters of support from the City of Lake Elmo for the Friends of Sunfish <br />Lake Park.”