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Mounds View City Council <br />August 11, 2008 <br />Regular Meeting Page 3 <br />• <br />Joe Rhein, consulting engineer with Bonestroo, explained that the purpose of the <br />recommendation is to bring the streets originally constructed 40 years ago into compliance with <br />current R.C.W.D. run-off regulations. The most cost effective way to do so is to use infiltration <br />features, such as rain gardens, along the boulevards. <br />Joe Rhein suggested an amendment to require homeowners to notify the City if any changes are <br />made within an infiltration area, since the City is responsible for maintaining the swales. <br />Joe Rhein indicated that inspection is part of the MS4 program requirements. <br />Council Member Mueller asked what the depth of the swales would be. Joe Rhein indicated that <br />the maximum depth allowed by the rules would be 18 inches, and the design would be for 12 to <br />15 inches, with a draining to dry timeframe of 48 hours. <br />Mayor Marty said that he would want to have any modification by a homeowner to have the <br />approval of City Staff or the engineer. If they wish to change the swale or move it in any way, he <br />would like it reviewed. <br />Joe Rhein explained that it would be difficult for staff to try to manage each potential change that <br />homeowners may wish to make. He then suggested language that would require review of any <br />. change to the size or shape, but not for vegetation changes. <br />Council Member Mueller said that she feels this program should bring pride for residents and <br />looks forward to working with the Streets and Utilities Task Force on this matter. <br />MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Hull. To Waive the Reading and Approve Resolution 7319, <br />Establishing the Components of the Program to Install Infiltration Features in Conjunction with <br />the Street and Utility Improvement Program. <br />Joe Rhein reviewed the requested changes for Council. Council agreed to require language that <br />the resident would incur liability if the Swale were changed without approval of the City. <br />Ayes - 5 Nays - 0 Motion carried. <br />D. Resolution 7315, Authorizing a Step Increase for Heidi Heller, Planning <br />Associate <br />Assistant Clerk Administrator Crane reviewed Resolution 7315 for the Council. <br />MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Flaherty. To Waive the Reading and Approve Resolution 7315, <br />Authorizing a Step Increase for Heidi Heller, Planning Associate. <br /> <br />