June 2 2021 Board Packet

Materials Enclosed

Regular Meeting of the Capitol Region Watershed District (CRWD) Board of Managers, for Wednesday, June 2, 2021, 6:00 p.m. held electronically. See note below.

Until further notice Board meetings will only be available via telephone and/or the web-based application Go To Meeting. You will not be able to attend meetings in person. You can join the meeting electronically by clinking on this link https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/643951829 and following the directions or dial in using your phone: +1 (872) 240-3311 Access Code: 643-951-829

Please visit www.capitolregionwd.org to get additional CRWD COVID-19 information.

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA (6:00 PM) I.

Call to Order of Regular Meeting (President Joe Collins) A) Attendance B) Review, Amendments, and Approval of the Agenda

II.

Public Comment – For Items not on the Agenda (Please observe a limit of three minutes per person.)

III.

Permit Applications and Program Updates (Permit Process: 1) Staff Review/Recommendation, 2) Applicant Response, 3) Public Comment, and 4) Board Discussion and Action.)

A) 21-007, Wakan Tipi (Hosch) B) 21-008, Griggs-Scheffer Phase 2 (Hosch) C) 21-012, Highland Arena Parking Lot Improvements (Hosch) IV.

Special Reports – Como Zoo and Golf Course Stormwater BMP Project, Forrest Kelley

V.

Action Items A) AR: Approve Minutes of the May 19, 2021 Regular Meeting (Sylvander) B) AR: Approve Grant to City of St. Paul for Como Pavilion Parking Lot Project (Fossum)

VI.

Unfinished Business A) COVID-19 Update (Doneux) B) Midway Peace Park Update (Eleria) C) Lake McCarrons Shoreline Assessment Project Update (Funke)

VII.

General Information A) Board of Manager’s Updates

VIII. Next Meetings A) Wednesday, June 9, 2021 7:00 PM – CAC Meeting– Electronic Only B) Wednesday, June 16, 2021 6:00 PM- Regular Meeting – Electronic Only IX.

Adjournment Our mission is to protect, manage and improve the water resources of Capitol Region Watershed District

Capitol Region Watershed District Applicant:

Permit 21-007 Wakan Tipi Center

Christopher Stark Consultant: City of Saint Paul Dept. of Parks and Recreation 25 West 4th Steet, CHA 400 Saint Paul, MN 55102

Keith Matte BKBM Engineers 6120 Earle Browne Drive, Suite 700 Minneapolis, MN 55430

Description: New building, parking lot, entrance drives, sidewalks, and associated utilities.

Stormwater Management: 2 surface filtration basins.

District Rule: —C, D, F Disturbed Area: 3.97 Acres Impervious Area: 1.96 Acres STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approve with 4 Conditions: 1. Provide plans signed by a professional engineer per the Minnesota Board of AELSLAGID. 2. Provide a copy of the NPDES permit.

3. Revise landscaping plan to address the following: a. Specify potted plants or plugs to vegetate filtration areas. Basin seeding should be avoided. b. Specify deep rooted, salt tolerant, native plants according to Plants for Stormwater Design (Shaw and Schmidt, 2003). c. Provide signage that deters snow management from using the filtration basin for snow storage.

4. Revise pretreatment design for Filtration Basin Rain Guardian Turret to handle 100-yr runoff rate.

According to the manufacturer’s webpage, the flow capacity is 3.45 cfs. The 100-yr runoff rate to this structure is 8.46 cfs. Consider installing additional Rain Guardian Turrets.

First Street Second Ave

Permit Location Permit Report 21-007

Aerial Photo Board Meeting Date: 6/2/2021

Capitol Region Watershed District Permit Report CRWD Permit #:

21-007

Review date:

May 25, 2021

Project Name:

Wakan Tipi Center

Applicant:

Christopher Stark City of Saint Paul Department of Parks and Recreation 25 West 4th Steet, CHA 400 Saint Paul, MN 55102 (651) 266-6419 christopher.stark@ci.stpaul.mn.us

Purpose:

Construction of a new building, parking lot, entrance drives, sidewalks, and associated utilities. Stormwater management consists of two surface filtration basins.

Location:

Fourth Street and Commercial Street, St. Paul, MN

Applicable Rules:

C, D, E, and F

Recommendation:

Approve with 4 Conditions

EXHIBITS: 1. Civil Plans (Sheets C100, C101, C102, C200, C201, C300, C301, C400, C401, C403, C500, C501, C502, C600), by BKBM, dated 5/18/21, recv. 5/18/21.

2. Hydrology Report, by BKBM, dated 5/18/21, recv. 5/18/21.

3. Landscape Plans (Sheets L100, L101, L102, L501, L502), by BKBM, dated 5/18/21, recv.

5/18/21.

4. Declaration for Maintenance of Stormwater Facilities, by BKBM, not dated, recv.

2/11/21.

5. Geotechnical Evaluation Report, by Braun Intertec, dated 1/29/21, recv 2/11/21.

HISTORY & CONSIDERATIONS: Site remediation covered under previous CRWD permit #10-018 Bruce Vento.

RULE C: STORMWATER MANAGEMENT Standards  Proposed discharge rates for the 2-, 10-, and 100-year events shall not exceed existing rates.

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 Developments and redevelopments must reduce runoff volumes in the amount equivalent to an inch of runoff from the impervious areas of the site.  Stormwater must be pretreated before discharging to infiltration areas to maintain the long-term viability of the infiltration area.  Developments and redevelopments must incorporate effective non-point source pollution reduction BMPs to achieve 90% total suspended solid removal.

Findings 1. A hydrograph method based on sound hydrologic theory is used to analyze runoff for the design or analysis of flows and water levels.

2. Runoff rates for the proposed activity do not exceed existing runoff rates for the 2-, 10-, and 100-year critical storm events. Stormwater leaving the project area is discharged into a well-defined receiving channel or pipe and routed to a public drainage system.

3. Stormwater runoff volume retention is not achieved onsite in the amount equivalent to the runoff generated from 1.1-inch of rainfall over the impervious surfaces of the development. a. The amount of proposed impervious is 85,310 ft2. b. Volume retention required: 85,310 ft2 x 1.1 inches x 1 ft/12 inches = 7,820 ft3 Table 1. Proposed volume retention through abstraction (i.e. infiltration, reuse).

Volume Volume Retention 1.1-inch 2.5-inch Retention BMP Provided below Runoff Runoff 3 3 3 Required (ft ) outlet (ft ) (ft ) (ft3) 7,820 None, filtration is proposed.

4.

Alternative compliance has been requested with documentation of poor and contaminated soils. a. The applicant did not partially comply with the volume retention standard. b. Filtration using sand media (55% credit) is proposed; filtration required: 7,820 ft3 x 1.82 credit factor = 14,233 ft3 Table 2. Proposed volume retention through filtration (i.e. sand, enhanced).

Filtration Filtration Volume 1.1-inch Volume BMP Provided below outlet Runoff Required (ft3) (ft3) (ft3) Filtration Basin #1 11,392 5,007 14,233 Filtration Basin #2 2,917 2,364 3 Total 14,297 ft

2.5-inch Runoff (ft3) 11,380 5,372

i. Filtration volume and facility sizes have been calculated using the appropriate hydrologic soil group classification and design filtration rate. ii. The filtration areas are capable of filtering the required volume within 48 hours.

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iii. Stormwater runoff is pretreated to remove solids before discharging to filtration areas. c. The applicant did not partially comply with the volume retention standard at an offsite location or through the use of qualified banking credits. d. The applicant has not submitted money to be contributed to the Stormwater Impact Fund. e. The project is not linear.

5. Best management practices achieve 90% total suspended solids removal from the runoff generated on an annual basis.

6. A memorandum of agreement for maintenance of stormwater facilities exists between the City of St. Paul and the CRWD. RULE D: FLOOD CONTROL Standards  Compensatory storage shall be provided for fill placed within the 100-year floodplain.  All habitable buildings, roads, and parking structures on or adjacent to a project site shall comply with District freeboard requirements.

Findings 1. There is Zone A floodplain on the property at an elevation of 707.0’ according to FEMA. 2. Floodplain fill and compensatory storage are proposed. Project results in increase the onsite floodplain storage from 748 ft3 to 1,221 ft3.

3. All habitable buildings, roads, and parking structures on or adjacent to the project site comply with CRWD freeboard requirements.

RULE E: WETLAND MANAGEMENT Standard  Wetlands shall not be drained, filled (wholly or in part), excavated, or have sustaining hydrology impacted such that there will be a decrease in the inherent (existing) functions and values of the wetland.  A minimum buffer of 25 feet of permanent nonimpacted vegetative ground cover abutting and surrounding a wetland is required.

Findings 1. There are no known wetlands located on the property.

RULE F: EROSION AND SEDIMENT CONTROL Standards  A plan shall demonstrate that appropriate erosion and sediment control measures protect downstream water bodies from the effects of a land-disturbing activity.  Erosion Control Plans must adhere to the MPCA Protecting Water Quality in Urban Areas Manual.

Findings

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1. Erosion and sediment control measures are consistent with best management practices, as demonstrated in the MPCA manual Protecting Water Quality in Urban Areas.

2. Adjacent properties are protected from sediment transport/deposition.

3. Wetlands, waterbodies and water conveyance systems are protected from erosion/sediment transport/deposition.

4. Total disturbed area is 5.11 acres; an NPDES permit is required. A SWPPP has been submitted.

RULE G: ILLICIT DISCHARGE AND CONNECTION Standard  Stormwater management and utility plans shall indicate all existing and proposed connections from developed and undeveloped lands for all water that drains to the District MS4.

Findings 1. New direct connections or replacement of existing connections are not proposed.

2. Prohibited discharges are not proposed.

Recommendation: Approve with 4 Conditions Conditions: 1. Provide plans signed by a professional engineer per the Minnesota Board of AELSLAGID. 2. Provide a copy of the NPDES permit.

3. Revise landscaping plan to address the following: a. Specify potted plants or plugs to vegetate filtration areas. Basin seeding should be avoided. b. Specify deep rooted, salt tolerant, native plants according to Plants for Stormwater Design (Shaw and Schmidt, 2003). c. Provide signage that deters snow management from using the filtration basin for snow storage.

4. Revise pretreatment design for Filtration Basin Rain Guardian Turret to handle 100-yr runoff rate. According to the manufacturer’s webpage, the flow capacity is 3.45 cfs. The 100-yr runoff rate to this structure is 8.46 cfs. Consider installing additional Rain Guardian Turrets.

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6120 Earle Brown Drive, Suite 700 Minneapolis, MN 55429-2518 Phone: (763) 843-0420 Fax: (763) 843-0421 www.bkbm.com

I here by certify that this plan, spevcification or report was prepared by me or under my direct supervision and that I am a duly registered professional engineer under the laws of the State of Minnesota

Keith Matte

Name: License No.:

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I here by certify that this plan, spevcification or report was prepared by me or under my direct supervision and that I am a duly registered professional engineer under the laws of the State of Minnesota

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Name: License No.:

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Capitol Region Watershed District Applicant:

Cheng Xiong City of Saint Paul 25 W. 4th Street, 900 CHA Saint Paul, MN 55102

Permit 21-008 Griggs Scheffer Phase 2 Consultant: Cheng Xiong City of Saint Paul 25 W. 4th Street, 900 CHA Saint Paul, MN 55102

Description: Street reconstruction of residential streets in the Griggs/Scheffer Residential Paving Project area.

Stormwater Management: 5 under-street infiltration trenches.

District Rule: —C, D, F Disturbed Area: 16.6 Acres Impervious Area: 9.6 Acres STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approve with 2 Conditions: 1. Provide a copy of the NPDES permit.

2. Provide additional detail from Structure 382 downstream to the Capitol Region Watershed Districtowned storm sewer inlet to: a. Provide energy dissipation at pipe outlet from Structure 382; and b. Confirm that the channel is stable and will be protected from erosion between Structure 382 to and especially near the inlet of the Capitol Region Watershed District-owned structure.

Highland Pkwy

Permit Location Permit Report 21-008

Aerial Photo Board Meeting Date: 6/2/2021

Capitol Region Watershed District Permit Report

CRWD Permit #:

Review date:

Project Name:

Applicant:

Purpose:

21‐008 May 25, 2021 Griggs/Scheffer Phase 2 Cheng Xiong City of Saint Paul 25 W. 4th Street, 900 CHA Saint Paul, MN 55102 (651) 266‐6168 cheng.xiong@ci.stpaul.mn.us

Street reconstruction of Eleanor Avenue, Syndicate Street, Highland Parkway, Edgcumbe Road, Edgcumbe Place, Montcalm Court, Montcalm Place, Alaska Avenue, and Vista Avenue. Permanent stormwater management consists of five infiltration trenches.

Location: Highland Parkway and Edgcumbe Road, St. Paul, MN

Applicable Rules: C, D, and F

Recommendation: Approve with 2 Conditions

EXHIBITS:

1. 90% Civil Plans (50 Sheets, 113 Pages), by City of St. Paul, dated 1/14/21, recv. 2/11/21.

2. Watershed Submittal Cover Letter, by City of St. Paul, dated 3/16/21, recv. 3/17/21.

3. Phase 2 Infiltration Trench Cost Estimates, by City of St. Paul, dated 2/10/21, recv.

2/11/21.

4. Phase 2 Drainage Map, by City of St. Paul, not dated, recv. 2/11/21.

5. Phase 2 Project Map, by City of St. Paul, dated 12/7/20, recv. 2/11/21.

6. Geotechnical Exploration Report, by AET, dated 11/19/20, recv. 2/11/21.

7. SWPPP, by City of St. Paul, not dated, recv. 2/11/21.

8. Preliminary Infiltration Trench Design, by City of St. Paul, not dated, recv. 3/17/21.

9. Electronic Existing and Proposed XP SWMM Models, by City of St. Paul, not dated, recv.

3/17/21.

10. Rate Control Modeling Report, by City of St. Paul, not dated, recv. 3/17/21.

HISTORY & CONSIDERATIONS:

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constraints on Phase 1 and more favorable opportunities on Phase 2. The City’s plan was to maximize stormwater management on Phase 1, and then defer the remaining balance of the Phase 1 cost cap to Phase 2 of the project. Five infiltration trenches were initially proposed for Phase 1, but only two were constructed due to poor soils.

RULE C: STORMWATER MANAGEMENT Standards  Proposed discharge rates for the 2‐, 10‐, and 100‐year events shall not exceed existing rates.  Developments and redevelopments must reduce runoff volumes in the amount equivalent to an inch of runoff from the impervious areas of the site.  Stormwater must be pretreated before discharging to infiltration areas to maintain the long‐term viability of the infiltration area.  Developments and redevelopments must incorporate effective non‐point source pollution reduction BMPs to achieve 90% total suspended solid removal.

Findings 1. A hydrograph method based on sound hydrologic theory is used to analyze runoff for the design or analysis of flows and water levels.

2. Runoff rates for the proposed activity do not exceed existing runoff rates for the 2‐, 10‐, and 100‐year critical storm events. It is unknown if stormwater leaving the project area is discharged into a well‐defined receiving channel or pipe and routed to a public drainage system.

3. Stormwater runoff volume retention is not achieved onsite in the amount equivalent to the runoff generated from 1.1‐inch of rainfall over the impervious surfaces of the development. a. The amount of proposed impervious for Phase 1 is 413,820 ft2 (9.5 acres).

The amount of proposed impervious for Phase 2 is 418,180 ft2 (9.6 acres).

The total amount of proposed impervious for both Phases 1 and 2 is 832,000 ft2 (19.1 acres). b. Volume retention required: 832,000 ft2 x 1.1 inches x 1 ft/12 inches = 76,267 ft3

Table 1. Proposed volume retention through abstraction (i.e. infiltration, reuse).

Volume Volume Retention 1.1‐inch 2.5‐inch Retention Runoff Runoff BMP Provided below Required (ft3) (ft3) (ft3) outlet (ft3) Phase 1 – Bayard 4,461 2,719 6,180 Phase 1 – Watson 1,785 4,552 10,345 Trench 1 – Syndicate Street 3,738 4,221 9,592 Trench 2 ‐ Edgcumbe 10,229 31,038 70,540 76,267 Trench 3 ‐ Edgcumbe 7,166 4,640 10,545 Trench 4 ‐ Edgcumbe 5,181 4,740 10,772 Trench 5 – Highland Parkway 1,649 3,953 8,984 3 Total 34,209 ft

c. Banking of excess volume retention is not proposed.

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d. Infiltration volume and facility sizes have been calculated using the appropriate hydrologic soil group classification and design infiltration rate. e. The infiltration areas are capable of infiltrating the indicated volume within 48 hours. f. Stormwater runoff is pretreated to remove solids before discharging to infiltration areas. g. Groundwater mounding is not anticipated to affect adjacent properties and buildings.

4. Alternative compliance has been requested due to cost cap of a linear project. a. The applicant partially complied with the volume retention standard. b. The applicant did not partially comply with the volume retention standard at an offsite location or through the use of qualified banking credits. c. The applicant has not submitted money to be contributed to the Stormwater Impact Fund. d. The project is linear, and the cost cap has been reached. The combined Phase 1 and 2 projects are anticipated to have 19.1 acres of new/reconstructed impervious area, which would have a cost cap of $1,432,500 (19.1 ac * $75,000/ac = $1,432,500). The anticipated cost of Phase 1 trenches is $233,456.25 and the anticipated cost of Phase 2 trenches is $1,199,043.75 for a total anticipated project cost of $1,432,500.00.

5. Best management practices do not achieve 90% total suspended solids removal from the runoff generated on an annual basis. However, the project is linear, and the cost cap has been met.

6. A memorandum of agreement for maintenance of stormwater facilities exists between the City of St. Paul and the CRWD. Adequate maintenance access is provided for the Phase 1 and 2 underground systems.

RULE D: FLOOD CONTROL Standards  Compensatory storage shall be provided for fill placed within the 100‐year floodplain.  All habitable buildings, roads, and parking structures on or adjacent to a project site shall comply with District freeboard requirements.

Findings 1. There is no floodplain on the property according to FEMA. 2. It is unknown if all habitable buildings, roads, and parking structures on or adjacent to the project site comply with CRWD freeboard requirements. However, adequate conveyance has been provided to prevent flooding.

RULE E: WETLAND MANAGEMENT

Standard  Wetlands shall not be drained, filled (wholly or in part), excavated, or have sustaining hydrology impacted such that there will be a decrease in the inherent (existing) functions and values of the wetland.  A minimum buffer of 25 feet of permanent nonimpacted vegetative ground cover abutting and surrounding a wetland is required.

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Findings 1. There are no known wetlands located on the property.

RULE F: EROSION AND SEDIMENT CONTROL Standards  A plan shall demonstrate that appropriate erosion and sediment control measures protect downstream water bodies from the effects of a land‐disturbing activity.  Erosion Control Plans must adhere to the MPCA Protecting Water Quality in Urban Areas Manual.

Findings 1. Erosion and sediment control measures are consistent with best management practices, as demonstrated in the MPCA manual Protecting Water Quality in Urban Areas.

2. Adjacent properties are protected from sediment transport/deposition.

3. Wetlands, waterbodies and water conveyance systems are protected from erosion/sediment transport/deposition.

4. Total disturbed area is 16.6 acres; an NPDES permit is required. A SWPPP has been submitted.

RULE G: ILLICIT DISCHARGE AND CONNECTION Standard  Stormwater management and utility plans shall indicate all existing and proposed connections from developed and undeveloped lands for all water that drains to the District MS4.

Findings 1. New direct connections or replacement of existing connections are not proposed.

2. Prohibited discharges are not proposed.

Recommendation: Approve with 2 Conditions Conditions: 1. Provide a copy of the NPDES permit.

2. Provide additional detail from Structure 382 downstream to the Capitol Region Watershed District‐owned storm sewer inlet to: a. Provide energy dissipation at pipe outlet from Structure 382; and b. Confirm that the channel is stable and will be protected from erosion between Structure 382 to and especially near the inlet of the Capitol Region Watershed District‐owned structure.

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Applicant:

Permit 21-012 Highland Arena Parking Lot Improvements

Ryan Ries Ramsey County Parks and Recreation 2015 Van Dyke St. Maplewood, MN 55109

Consultant: Andrew Toay SRF Consulting Group 3701 Wayzata Blvd Minneapolis, MN 55416

Description: Removal of an existing concrete reservoir, parking lot reconstruction, and site drainage improvements at the Highland Arena.

Stormwater Management: One underground infiltration system and one surface infiltration basin.

District Rule: —C, D, F Disturbed Area: 8.5 Acres Impervious Area: 2.1 Acres STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approve with 3 Conditions: 1. Receipt of documentation of maintenance agreement recorded with Ramsey County.

2. Revise 100-yr HWL elevation labels of the surface (972.19) and underground (981.30) infiltration basins on Civil Plans to correspond with the proposed HydroCAD model (972.43, 981.58).

3. Provide a site-specific maintenance plan that includes the items a.-f. in the 5/19/2021 permit report.

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Permit Location Permit Report 21-012

Aerial Photo Board Meeting Date: 6/2/2021

Capitol Region Watershed District Permit Report

CRWD Permit #:

Review date:

Project Name:

Applicant:

Purpose:

21‐012 May 19, 2021 Highland Arena Parking Lot Ryan Ries, Facility & Sustainability Director Ramsey County Parks and Recreation 2015 Van Dyke St. Maplewood, MN 55109

Removal of an existing concrete reservoir, parking lot reconstruction, and site drainage improvements at the Highland Arena.

Location: 800 Snelling Ave S

St Paul, MN 55116

Applicable Rules: C, D, and F

Recommendation: Approve with 3 Conditions

EXHIBITS:

1. Construction Document Submittal, by SRF, dated 5/14/21, rcvd. 5/14/21.

2. Civil and Landscape Specifications, by Ramsey County, dated 2/26/21, rcvd. 3/15/21.

3. CRWD Permit Application Narrative, by SRF, dated 3/10/21, rcvd. 3/15/21.

4. Response to CRWD Comments & Narrative, by SRF, dated 5/14/21, rcvd. 5/14/21.

5. NPDES Notice of Coverage, by MPCA, dated 3/26/21, rcvd. 4/1/21.

6. Proposed Drainage Layout, by SRF, dated 5/14/21, rcvd. 5/14/21.

7. Proposed HydroCAD Report, by unknown, dated 5/14/21, rcvd. 5/14/21.

8. Storm Utility Drainage Piping Specifications, by Ramsey County, dated 2/26/21, rcvd.

5/4/21.

9. Underground Storm Water Infiltration System Specifications, by Ramsey County, dated 2/26/21, rcvd. 5/14/21.

10. Soil Boring Logs, by AET, dated 5/3/21, rcvd. 5/4/21.

HISTORY & CONSIDERATIONS:

None.

RULE C: STORMWATER MANAGEMENT

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Standards  Proposed discharge rates for the 2‐, 10‐, and 100‐year events shall not exceed existing rates.  Developments and redevelopments must reduce runoff volumes in the amount equivalent to an inch of runoff from the impervious areas of the site.  Stormwater must be pretreated before discharging to infiltration areas to maintain the long‐term viability of the infiltration area.  Developments and redevelopments must incorporate effective non‐point source pollution reduction BMPs to achieve 90% total suspended solid removal.

Findings 1. A hydrograph method based on sound hydrologic theory is used to analyze runoff for the design or analysis of flows and water levels.

2. The runoff rates for the proposed activity do not exceed existing runoff rates for the 2‐, 10‐, and 100‐year critical storm events. Stormwater leaving the project area is discharged into a well‐defined receiving channel or pipe and routed to a public drainage system.

3. Stormwater runoff volume retention is achieved onsite in the amount equivalent to the runoff generated from 1.1‐inch of rainfall over the impervious surfaces of the development. a. The amount of proposed impervious is 91,476 ft2. b. Volume retention required: 91,476 ft2 x 1.1 inches x 1 ft/12 inches = 8,385 ft3

Table 1. Proposed volume retention through abstraction (i.e. infiltration, reuse).

Volume Volume Retention 1.1‐inch 2.5‐inch Retention Runoff Runoff BMP Provided below Required 3 3 (ft (ft3) outlet (ft ) ) (ft3) StormTech 4500 8,764 8,791 19,980 Surface Infiltration 5,202 3,446 7,831 8,385 3 Total 13,966 ft

c. Banking of excess volume retention is not proposed. d. Infiltration volume and facility sizes have been calculated using the appropriate hydrologic soil group classification and design infiltration rate. e. The infiltration area is capable of infiltrating the identified volume within 48 hours. f. Stormwater runoff is pretreated to remove solids before discharging to infiltration areas. g. Groundwater mounding is not anticipated to affect adjacent properties and buildings.

4. Best management practices achieve 90% total suspended solids removal from the runoff generated on an annual basis.

5. A maintenance agreement recorded with Ramsey County has not been submitted.

6. Adequate maintenance access is provided for surface and underground systems. A site‐specific plan, schedule, and narrative for maintenance of the proposed stormwater management practices has not been submitted.

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RULE D: FLOOD CONTROL Standards  Compensatory storage shall be provided for fill placed within the 100‐year floodplain.  All habitable buildings, roads, and parking structures on or adjacent to a project site shall comply with District freeboard requirements.

Findings 1. There is no floodplain on the property according to FEMA. 2. All habitable buildings, roads, and parking structures on or adjacent to the project site comply with CRWD freeboard requirements.

RULE E: WETLAND MANAGEMENT

Standard  Wetlands shall not be drained, filled (wholly or in part), excavated, or have sustaining hydrology impacted such that there will be a decrease in the inherent (existing) functions and values of the wetland.  A minimum buffer of 25 feet of permanent nonimpacted vegetative ground cover abutting and surrounding a wetland is required.

Findings 1. There are no known wetlands located on the property.

RULE F: EROSION AND SEDIMENT CONTROL Standards  A plan shall demonstrate that appropriate erosion and sediment control measures protect downstream water bodies from the effects of a land‐disturbing activity.  Erosion Control Plans must adhere to the MPCA Protecting Water Quality in Urban Areas Manual.

Findings 1. Erosion and sediment control measures are consistent with best management practices, as demonstrated in the MPCA manual Protecting Water Quality in Urban Areas.

2. Adjacent properties are protected from sediment transport/deposition.

3. Wetlands, waterbodies and water conveyance systems are protected from erosion/sediment transport/deposition.

4. Total disturbed area is 8.5 acres; an NPDES permit is required. A SWPPP has been submitted and is sufficient.

RULE G: ILLICIT DISCHARGE AND CONNECTION Standard  Stormwater management and utility plans shall indicate all existing and proposed connections from developed and undeveloped lands for all water that drains to the District MS4.

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Findings 1. New direct connections or replacement of existing connections are not proposed.

2. Prohibited discharges are not proposed.

Recommendation: Approve with 3 Conditions Conditions: 1. Receipt of documentation of maintenance agreement recorded with Ramsey County.

2. Revise 100‐yr HWL elevation labels of the surface (972.19) and underground (981.30) infiltration basins on Civil Plans to correspond with the proposed HydroCAD model (972.43, 981.58).

3. Provide a site‐specific maintenance plan that includes the following: a. List all stormwater management practices. i. Stormtech 4500 ii. Surface infiltration basin iii. Sump structures iv. Pretreatment structures b. Person(s) responsible for maintenance of stormwater devices(s). c. Frequency of inspection/ indicator that maintenance is needed. d. Description of inspection activities. e. Description of maintenance activities. f. Maintenance for surface infiltration basin: i. Inspect in winter months to ensure plowed snow is not being stored on infiltration/filtration practices. ii. Establish a watering plan that extends a minimum of one year after planting. iii. Annual maintenance to include trimming vegetation, replacing vegetation where needed, mulch replacement, and removal of accumulated sediment and debris. iv. Provide signage that deters snow management from using the surface infiltration basin for snow storage.

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3701 WAYZATA BLVD SUITE 100 MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55416-3791 PH: 763-475-0010 www.srfconsulting.com PREPARED FOR

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PROJECT

CERTIFICATION

GRADING, DRAINAGE, AND EROSION CONTROL NOTES

GRADING AND EROSION CONTROL LEGEND PROPERTY LINE

1.

THE SUBSURFACE UTILITY INFORMATION IN THIS PLAN IS UTILITY QUALITY LEVEL D. THIS QUALITY LEVEL WAS DETERMINED ACCORDING TO THE GUIDELINES OF CI/ASCE 38-2, ENTITLED “STANDARD GUIDELINES FOR THE COLLECTION AND DEPICTION OF EXISTING SUBSURFACE UTILITY DATA.”

19. CONTRACTOR TO PREVENT DIRT AND/OR DEBRIS FROM ENTERING STORM SEWER OR BEING TRANSPORTED OFF SITE IN AN UNCONTROLLED MANOR. CONTRACTOR TO VERIFY AT PROJECT CLOSEOUT THAT STORM SEWER SYSTEM IS CLEAR OF SEDIMENT AND/OR DEBRIS AND IS FULLY FUNCTIONAL.

2.

THE CONTRACTOR SHALL FIELD VERIFY LOCATIONS AND ELEVATIONS OF EXISTING UTILITIES AND TOPOGRAPHIC FEATURES PRIOR TO COMMENCEMENT OF CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITY. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL NOTIFY THE ENGINEER OF ANY DISCREPANCIES OR VARIATIONS FROM THE PLANS.

20. CONTRACTOR SHALL PROVIDE REQUIRED EROSION CONTROL MONITORING, PER REQUIREMENTS AND CERTIFICATION, TO INSPECT AND DOCUMENT ALL EROSION CONTROL MEASURES WEEKLY (EVERY 7 DAYS) AND AFTER EVERY 0.5 INCH RAINFALL EVENT, PER REQUIREMENTS. CONTRACTOR TO PROVIDE CORRECTIVE MEASURES IMMEDIATELY FOR ANY NON-COMPLIANCE OBSERVATIONS.

3.

CONTRACTOR TO PROVIDE ALL WORK AND MATERIALS FOR GRADING, SUBSOIL CORRECTIONS (IMPORT/EXPORT), RETAINING WALLS, TOPSOIL, EROSION CONTROL AND OTHER RELATED ITEMS.

21. ALL DISTURBED NON-PAVED AREAS SHALL RECEIVE TEMPORARY PROTECTION OR PERMANENT COVER WITHIN 14 DAYS OF DISTURBANCE OPERATIONS.

4.

SPOT ELEVATIONS REPRESENT FINISHED SURFACE GRADES, GUTTER/FLOW LINE, FACE OF BUILDING, OR EDGE OF PAVEMENT UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED.

22. WHEN TRAPPED SEDIMENT REACHES 1/3 OF THE HEIGHT OF SILT FENCE, IT SHALL BE REMOVED AND PROPERLY DISPOSED OF BY THE CONTRACTOR.

5.

CATCH BASINS AND MANHOLES IN PAVED AREAS SHALL BE SUMPED 0.04 FEET. ALL CATCH BASINS IN GUTTERS SHALL BE SUMPED 0.16 FEET. RIM ELEVATIONS SHOWN ON PLANS DO NOT REFLECT SUMPED ELEVATIONS.

24. WHEN SEDIMENT IS TRACKED ON TO PAVED SURFACES, IT SHALL BE REMOVED WITHIN 24 HOURS OF DISCOVERY.

6.

ALL DISTURBED UNPAVED AREAS ARE TO RECEIVE MINIMUM OF 4 INCHES OF TOP SOIL AND SEED/MULCH OR SOD. THESE AREAS SHALL BE WATERED/MAINTAINED BY THE CONTRACTOR UNTIL VEGETATION IS ESTABLISHED. STRIP, STOCKPILE, AND REDISTRIBUTE EXISTING TOPSOIL, AS SUITABLE.

25. ANY SEDIMENT FROM THE CONSTRUCTION SITE THAT ACCUMULATES ON OR OFF THE OWNER'S PROPERTY SHALL BE REMOVED BY THE CONTRACTOR AT HIS/HER EXPENSE. ANY DAMAGE THAT OCCURS FROM THE ACCUMULATED SEDIMENT OR FROM THE CONTRACTOR'S REMOVAL OF THE SEDIMENT, SHALL BE REPAIRED BY THE CONTRACTOR AT HIS/HER EXPENSE.

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FOR SITE RETAINING WALLS "TW" EQUALS SURFACE GRADE AT TOP FACE OF WALL (NOT TOP OF WALL), "GW" EQUALS SURFACE GRADE AT WALL GRADE TRANSITION, AND "BW" EQUALS SURFACE GRADE AT BOTTOM FACE OF WALL (NOT BOTTOM OF BURIED WALL COURSES).

26. ALL EXCAVATIONS MUST COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF OSHA 29 CFR, PART 1926, SUBPART P, “EXCAVATIONS AND TRENCHES.” THIS DOCUMENT STATES THAT EXCAVATION SAFETY IS THE SOLE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE CONTRACTOR.

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STREETS MUST BE CLEANED AND SWEPT WHENEVER TRACKING OF SEDIMENTS OCCURS AND BEFORE SITES ARE LEFT IDLE FOR WEEKENDS AND HOLIDAYS. A REGULAR SWEEPING SCHEDULE MUST BE ESTABLISHED.

27. THE CONTRACTOR MUST COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE PROJECT SPECIFIC STORM WATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PLAN. TEMPORARY STORMWATER IMPROVEMENTS SHALL BE PROVIDED UNTIL THE PERMANENT IMPROVEMENTS ARE ESTABLISHED. CONTRACTOR TO DESIGN AND SUBMIT ALL TEMPORARY STORMWATER ITEMS FOR ENGINEER APPROVAL.

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DUST SHALL BE ADEQUATELY CONTROLLED.

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10. ALL SLOPES 1:3 (V:H) OR GREATER REQUIRED TO RECEIVE SURFACE EROSION CONTROL WHETHER IT IS INDICATED ON THE PLAN OR NOT: MAINTAIN SHEET FLOW AND MINIMIZE RILLS AND/OR GULLIES. 11. ALL STORM DRAINS AND INLETS MUST BE PROTECTED UNTIL ALL SOURCES OF POTENTIAL DISCHARGE ARE STABILIZED. 12. TEMPORARY SOIL STOCKPILES MUST HAVE EFFECTIVE SEDIMENT CONTROL AND CAN NOT BE PLACED IN SURFACE WATERS OR STORM WATER CONVEYANCE SYSTEMS. TEMPORARY STOCKPILES WITHOUT SIGNIFICANT AMOUNT OF SILT, CLAY, OR ORGANIC COMPOUNDS ARE EXEMPT EX: CLEAN AGGREGATE STOCK PILES, DEMOLITION CONCRETE STOCKPILES, SAND STOCKPILES.

23. CATCH BASIN SEDIMENT FILTER SACKS SHALL BE CLEANED WHEN SEDIMENT REACHES 1/3 THE CAPACITY OF THE SACK.

28. CONTRACTOR TO PROVIDE ALL SURVEY CONSTRUCTION STAKING.

RETAINING WALL

33. OBSTRUCTION PERMITS: THE CONTRACTOR MUST OBTAIN AN OBSTRUCTION PERMIT IF CONSTRUCTION (INCLUDING SILT FENCES) WILL BLOCK CITY STREETS, SIDEWALKS OR ALLEYS, OR IF DRIVING OVER CURBS.

15. SEE STORMWATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PLAN (SWPPP) NOTES AND DETAILS FOR ADDITIONAL EROSION CONTROL NOTES AND REQUIREMENTS. CONTRACTOR SHALL PROVIDE ALL REQUIRED EROSION CONTROL PERMITS/FEES, INSPECTORS, INSPECTIONS, AND DOCUMENTATION. PLAN REPRESENTS MINIMAL EROSION CONTROL, CONTRACTOR TO PROVIDE ADDITIONAL MEANS AND METHODS FOR THE PROJECT AS NECESSARY TO MAINTAIN COMPLIANCE.

34. FAILURE TO SECURE PERMITS: FAILURE TO SECURE OBSTRUCTION PERMITS OR EXCAVATION PERMITS WILL RESULT IN A DOUBLE-PERMIT FEE AND OTHER FEES REQUIRED UNDER CITY OF ST. PAUL LEGISLATIVE CODES.

32. EXCAVATION PERMITS: ALL DIGGING IN THE PUBLIC RIGHT OF WAY REQUIRES AN EXCAVATION PERMIT. IF THE PROPOSED BUILDING IS CLOSE TO THE RIGHT OF WAY, AND EXCAVATING INTO THE RIGHT OF WAY IS NEEDED TO FACILITATE CONSTRUCTION, CONTACT THE UTILITY INSPECTOR.

35. ALL PORTIONS OF THE STORM SEWER SYSTEM LOCATED WITHIN 10 FEET OF THE BUILDING OR WATER SERVICE LINE MUST BE TESTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH MINNESOTA RULES, CHAPTER 4714 SECTION 1109.0.

MICHAEL C. AARON Date:

02-26-21

TIP-OUT GUTTER LIMITS OF DISTURBANCE DRAINAGE STRUCTURE

Lic. No.:

25721

ISSUE RECORD NO. DATE

DESCRIPTION

STORM SEWER DRAIN TILE

14. THE WATERSHED DISTRICT OR THE CITY MAY HAVE REQUIREMENTS FOR INSPECTIONS VERIFYING PROPER CONSTRUCTION OF THE BEST MANAGMENT PRACTICES (BMP) - THE MORE RESTRICTIVE REQUIREMENT SHALL APPLY.

17. IF GROUND WATER IS PRESENT IN THE EXCAVATION, OR IF THE EXPOSED SOILS ARE WET AND UNSTABLE, CONTACT THE OWNER OR ENGINEER FOR A RECOMMENDATION FROM THE GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEER.

PROPOSED SPOT ELEVATION TW = TOP OF WALL BW = GROUND AT BOTTOM OF WALL FL = GROUND FLOWLINE BEHIND TOP OF WALL

30. STREET SWEEPING: STREET SWEEPING IS AN IMPORTANT TEMPORARY EROSION CONTROL BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICE AND SHALL BE PERFORMED WITH THE USE OF WATER. DRY SWEEPING IS PROHIBITED. ADDITIONALLY, TRUCKS HAULING IN AND OUT OF THE SITE, FOR ANY ACTIVITY INCLUDING BUT NOT NECESSARILY LIMITED TO PAVING, EXCAVATION, ETC., NEEDS TO ENSURE CLEAN OFF ALL MUD FLAPS TO AVOID ANY BUILDUP ON THE STREET PAVEMENT. 31. ORDERING OBSTRUCTION AND EXCAVATION PERMITS: CONTACT PUBLIC WORKS RIGHT OF WAY SERVICE DESK AT (651) 266-6151. IT IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED THAT CONTRACTORS CALL FOR COST ESTIMATES PRIOR TO BIDDING TO OBTAIN ACCURATE COST ESTIMATES.

18. CONTRACTOR SHALL INSTALL ALL EROSION CONTROL MEASURES PRIOR TO COMMENCING GRADING ACTIVITIES AND SHALL MAINTAIN SAID MEASURES FOR DURATION OF CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES. UPON ESTABLISHMENT OF TURF, THE CONTRACTOR SHALL REMOVE THE EROSION CONTROL MEASURES AND DISPOSE OF OFF SITE.

Signature Name:

EXISTING CONTOURS

29. CONTRACTOR SHALL NOTIFY CAPITOL REGION WATERSHED DISTRICT AT LEAST 24 HOURS PRIOR TO THE CONSTRUCTION OF STORMWATER BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES.

13. FINAL STABILIZATION REQUIRES THAT ALL SOIL DISTURBING ACTIVITIES HAVE BEEN COMPLETED AND THAT DISTURBED AREAS ARE STABILIZED BY A UNIFORM PERENNIAL VEGETATIVE COVER WITH 70% OF THE EXPECTED FINAL DENSITY, AND THAT ALL PERMANENT PAVEMENTS HAVE BEEN INSTALLED. ALL TEMPORARY BMP'S SHALL BE REMOVED, DITCHES STABILIZED, AND SEDIMENT SHALL BE REMOVED FROM PERMANENT CONVEYANCES AND SEDIMENTATION BASINS IN ORDER TO RETURN THE POND/BASIN TO DESIGN CAPACITY.

16. CONTRACTOR TO PROVIDE ALL SUBGRADE SOIL CORRECTIONS, INCLUDING REMOVAL OF SUBGRADE DEBRIS, FOR PROJECT IMPROVEMENTS SUCH AS BUILDING, PAVEMENT, UTILITY, RETAINING WALLS, AND OTHER RELATED ITEMS. REFER TO THE RECOMMENDATIONS IN THE GEOTECHNICAL REPORT FOR ANY ADDITIONAL SITE PREPARATION INFORMATION OR REQUIREMENTS.

PROPOSED CONTOURS

PROJECT INFO DRAWN:

N. SCHAUFENBUEL

DESIGNED:

N. SCHAUFENBUEL

CHECKED:

M. AARON

PROJECT NO:

13766

SHEET TITLE

DRAIN TILE CLEANOUT

GRADING & DRAINAGE PLAN

36. ALL DRAINTILE SHALL BE PVC SDR 35 OR SCH 40 INSTALLED AT A MINIMUM SLOPE OF 0.5% 37. CONTRACTOR SHALL AVOID OVER COMPACTION OF EXISTING SOILS DURING CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITY BY LIMITING USE OF HEAVY MACHINERY AND EQUIPMENT AS MUCH AS PRACTICABLE.

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HIGHLAND ARENA PARKING LOT IMPROVEMENTS

PROJECT

CERTIFICATION

Signature Name:

MICHAEL C. AARON Date:

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02-26-21

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25721

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DRAWN:

N. SCHAUFENBUEL

DESIGNED:

N. SCHAUFENBUEL

CHECKED:

M. AARON

PROJECT NO:

13766

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GRADING & DRAINAGE PLAN

DRAINAGE STRUCTURE DRAIN TILE CLEANOUT

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MICHAEL C. AARON Date:

02-26-21

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June 2, 2020 Board Meeting IV. Special Reports Como Zoo and Golf Course Stormwater BMPs (Kelley)

DATE: TO: FROM: RE:

May 26, 2021 CRWD Board of Managers Forrest Kelley, PE, Regulatory Division Manager Como Golf Course Stormwater BMPs Project Update

Background In 2016, CRWD was awarded a $1.76 million grant through BWSR’s Targeted Watershed Program (TWP) for work in the Como and McCarrons subwatersheds. In 2018, a feasibility study identified potential BMPs to treat stormwater runoff from the Zoo property, and CRWD contracted with Houston Engineering Inc. (HEI) to advance design on an Iron Enhanced Sand Filter Bench at the northwest Golf Course Pond, and expansion of the existing Polar Bear Infiltration Basin combined with additional underground infiltration pipes at Hole 7 near the zoo.

Issues Bidding for the project extended over a three-week period from May 5th to May 22, 2020. CRWD received bids from six contractors, and the project was awarded to Rachel Contracting, LLC with a low bid of $1.42M. Construction began In July of 2020, with substantial completion achieved in September 2020.

Four Change Orders were approved totaling $28,000 for a final construction cost of $1.45M. Punchlist items were completed in May 2021, and the Final Pay Application will be processed in June after CRWD and project partners confirm acceptance of infrastructure. Staff will present an overview of the project, construction highlights, and BMP performance, and answer any questions the Board may have.

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Our Mission is to protect, manage and improve the water resources of Capitol Region Watershed District.

June 2, 2021 Board Meeting V. Action Item A) Approve Minutes of May 19, 2021 Regular Board Meeting

(Sylvander)

Regular Board Meeting of the Capitol Region Watershed District (CRWD) Board of Managers, for Wednesday, May 19, 2021, 6:00 p.m. (Regular Meeting) at the office of CRWD, 595 Aldine Street, St. Paul, Minnesota.

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES I.

A)

Call to Order of Regular Meeting (President Joe Collins)

Managers Joe Collins, remote Shawn Murphy, remote Rick Sanders, remote Hawona Sullivan Janzen, remote Mary Texer, remote

B)

Staff Present Public Attendees Anna Eleria, CRWD Bob Simonet, CAC Bob Fossum, CRWD Joey Diederichs, Civil Site Group Rachel Funke, CRWD Michelle Sylvander, CRWD Elizabeth Hosch, CRWD James Mogen, Ramsey County Atty

Review, Amendments and Approval of the Agenda.

Mr. Fossum requested that Unfinished Business item B. Seminary pond be removed from the agenda.

Mr. Fossum requested that Midway Peace Park be added as an update.

Motion 21-100: Approve the Agenda of May 19, 2021 as amended.

Murphy/Sanders Unanimously Approved II.

Public Comment

President Collins asked Mr. Fossum if there were any public comments. Mr. Fossum replied that there have been no public comments made.

III.

Permit Applications and Program Updates A)

20-007, Xcel Energy County Road B – Closure (Hosch)

Ms. Hosch reviewed permit #20-007 for Xcel Energy County Road B. This permit was issued for the replacement of an existing gas pipe along County Road B between McMenemy and Rice in Maplewood.

This was the earlier phase of work recently approved for 2021 construction. A variance from Rule C –

Stormwater was granted. Work is complete and the site is stable. $2,000 surety is available to return.

President Collins asked if there were any questions or comments. There were no questions or comments.

Motion 21-101: Approve $2,000 surety return and Certificate of Completion for permit #20-007, Xcel Energy County Road B. Murphy/Sanders Unanimously Approved B)

20-019, Marshall and Finn Apartments – 2nd Amendment (Hosch)

Ms. Hosch reviewed permit #20-019 for Marshall and Finn Apartment. The applicant, Fairway Property Management, submitted an amendment to previous approval for demo of existing single-family homes for construction of proposed townhomes and apartments. Permanent stormwater management consists of one underground infiltration basin and one proprietary Kraken filtration device with retention system.

The applicable rules are Stormwater Management (Rule C), Flood Control (Rule D), and Erosion and Sediment Control (Rule F). The disturbed area of this project is 1.7 acres with 0.76 acres impervious surface. President Collins asked if there were any questions or comments. There were no questions or comments.

Motion 21-102: Approve permit #20-019 Marshall & Finn Apartments 2nd Amendment with 2 Conditions: 1. Revise Kraken standard detail on Sheet C5.4 to include the invert elevation of the filter chamber orifice. The invert of the filter chamber orifice must be at or below the low outlet elevation (184.25) of the Underground Chamber Retention System 1 to ensure the system completely draws down.

2. Revise stormwater management design to satisfy CRWD freeboard requirements and resubmit HydroCAD model accordingly. The low opening of the adjacent structure does not have 2 feet of freeboard from the 100-year HWL or 1 foot of freeboard from the EOF. Consider lowering the 100-yr HWL to 186.81 or lower based on the following modifications: a. Increasing Node 1P outlet device #2 orifice from 4 to 5 inches. b. Decreasing Node 1P outlet device #3 weir elevation from 187.15 to 186.40. c. Decreasing Node 3P outlet device # 2 weir elevation from 187.15 to 186.40 d. Increasing the 7 LF HDPE Storm pipe and downstream pipe diameter from 15” to 18”. e. Adding additional storage to the east of the proposed system while maintaining necessary pipe cover.

Murphy/Sanders Unanimously Approved C)

20-036, Lexington Apartments – Review Period Extension (Hosch)

Ms. Hosch reviewed permit #20-036 for Lexington Apartments. The applicant requested an extension to the 60-day review period prior to the expiration. The applicant has requested the additional time to

complete the permit requirements. President Collins asked for any questions or comments. There were no questions or comments.

Motion 21-103: Approve 60-day review period extension for Permit 20-036 Lexington Apartments to expire July 21, 2021.

Murphy/Sanders Unanimously Approved IV.

Special Reports – No Special Report

V.

Action Items A)

AR: Approve Minutes of the May 5, 2021 Board Workshop and Regular Meeting (Sylvander)

Manager Texer noted a couple of typos to be corrected. Manager Sullivan Janzen noted a spacing error on the first page.

Motion 21-104: Approve the Minutes of May 5, 2021 Board Workshop and Regular Meeting with amendments.

Murphy/Sanders Unanimously Approved B)

AR: Approve Accounts Payable/Receivable for April 2021 (Sylvander)

President Collins asked for any questions. Manager Murphy asked about the exterior cameras. Ms. Sylvander replied that the exterior cameras have been installed and are now active.

Motion 21-105: Approve April 2021 Accounts Payable/Receivable and Budget Report and direct Board Treasurer and President to endorse and disperse checks for these payments.

Murphy/Sanders Unanimously Approved C)

AR: Approve Watershed Based Implementation Funding (Doneux)

Mr. Fossum reviewed that in FY 2018-19 Clean Water Fund (CWF) - Watershed-based Funding Pilot Program (WBIF), allocations were made to County based convene group of LGUs. The group had to determine if funding were to be distributed on a collaborative or competitive basis and the funding distribution formula. In the FY 2020-2021 CWF - Watershed-based Funding Pilot Program, allocations were made to watershed based convene group of LGUs. These groups again had to determine if the process would be collaborative or competitive and a funding distribution formula. What changed in this biennium was the addition of SWCD Annual Work Plans as eligible plans under this program. BWSR has held two meetings this late winter/spring to gather input on the next biennium of funding.

Mr. Fossum explained that since the beginning of the year, there have been a series of different meetings that have directly or indirectly focused on the WBIF. Through these discussions, Metro area Administrators believe that it would be useful to both Metro Watershed Organizations and BWSR if MAWD and local watersheds recommend a funding policy approach rather than respond or react to a state enacted policy. Metro Administrators have helped draft a recommended policy analysis and approach that was submitted to the MAWD Board. On May 3rd, the MAWD Board endorsed the Policy Analysis and Recommendations - Metro Watershed Based Implementation Funding. The core policy recommendation from this analysis is: “Funding distributed to organizations with state approved comprehensive, multiyear 103B watershed management plans that deliver on multijurisdictional priorities at a watershed scale.”

Mr. Fossum shared that staff recommend that the CRWD Board draft a letter and be sent to BWSR in support of MAWD. President Collins provided an explanation of the One Watershed, One Plan and why this does not work in the metro area. Ms. Eleria added that this makes the most sense statewide. Ms. Eleria added that CRWD has spent over 2 years developing the watershed management plan. The watershed management plan was reviewed with the city’s comprehensive plans to make sure these plans correspond. President Collins asked Mr. Fossum if he had any comments to add. Mr. Fossum replied that this is about how to provide funds for local implementation. President Collins asked Ms. Funke if she had any comments. Ms. Funke had no additional comments. Manger Texer added that MAWD approved and endorsed this idea too. President Collins shared that he has had several informal conversations with BWSR administrators, and he feels good about sending a letter.

Motion 21-106: Authorize Administrator to submit letter of support of MAWD WBIF Policy Analysis and Recommendation to be signed by Board President.

Murphy/Sanders Unanimously Approved D)

AR: Authorize Public Comment Period for 2020 MS4 Annual Report (Funke)

Ms. Funke reviewed that as a regulated operator of a small municipal separate storm sewer system (MS4), CRWD is required to prepare and submit an annual report of activities and accomplishments associated with its stormwater pollution prevention program (SWPPP) by June 30th to MN Pollution Control Agency (MPCA). CRWD must solicit public comment on the MS4 annual report and hold an annual public meeting to present the SWPPP activities and accomplishments made each year.

CRWD staff have summarized CRWD’s stormwater management activities and accomplishments in 2020 in an MS4 Annual Report Form provided by MPCA and CRWD’s 2020 Annual Report submitted to BWSR earlier this year. CRWD staff propose that the 30-day public comment period on CRWD’s 2020 SWPPP work commence on May 24th and end on June 23rd and the public meeting for presenting this work occur at the June 16th Board meeting. Announcements of the public comment period and public meeting will be published in the Saint Paul Pioneer Press and CRWD’s website. The 2020 MS4 Annual Report will be available on CRWD’s website and will be included in the Board packet for the June 16th meeting. President Collins asked for any questions or comments. There were no questions or comments.

Motion 21-107: Authorize public comment period on CRWD’s MS4 Annual Report for 2020; and approve the June 16th, 2020 Board meeting as the public meeting date for the annual report.

Murphy/Sanders Unanimously Approved E)

AR: Approve Updates to the Stewardship Grant Program (Eleria)

Ms. Eleria shared that for over 15 years, CRWD’s Stewardship Grant Program has offered technical and financial assistance to property owners interested in implementing stormwater best management practices (BMPs) on their property. To date, nearly 300 BMP projects throughout the District have been constructed voluntarily through the Stewardship Grant Program. This has resulted in treating 77 acres in the District and reducing stormwater volumes by over 5,200,000 cubic feet annually. In addition, approximately 22,000 pounds of sediment and 55 pounds of phosphorus are prevented from reaching the Mississippi River each year through Stewardship Grant projects. The Planning, Projects, and Grants (PPG) Division administers the Stewardship Grant Program. Periodically, PPG staff evaluates and updates the grant program with the last one conducted in early 2018. Over the past winter, PPG staff have reviewed the Stewardship Grant Program and are suggesting changes to the program with the goals, themes, and priorities of the recently adopted Watershed Management Plan (WMP) and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Plan in mind. The changes to the program fall under three main categories: •

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Consolidating the Stewardship Grant Program, typically for clean water projects less than $40,000, and the larger Water Quality Capitol Improvement Grant Program, typically for projects between $40,000 - $200,000, into one grant offering. The purpose for the consolidation is to be more efficient with staff time, minimize confusion about CRWD’s grants, and offer clean water project grants yearround.

Offering small grant awards for native landscaping and pollinator habitat projects in CRWD’s geographic focus areas – Trout Brook, Saint Anthony Hill, and Phalen Creek sub watersheds. The intent of this new grant type is to aid with implementation of other ecologically beneficial projects that may have broader appeal in the focus areas and be more feasible to implement than rain gardens or other clean water projects that have certain site and design criteria.

Offering small maintenance grants to recipients of a CRWD Stewardship Grant. Feedback received from a 2018 survey to past grantees, previous rain garden maintenance workshops and WMP development process indicated that more maintenance support from CRWD is desired.

Ms. Eleria explained how CRWD staff are proposing to offer three types of grants under the Stewardship Grant Program. The three types of grants are: 1) Clean Water Project Grants; 2) Native Landscaping Project Grants; and 3) BMP Maintenance Grants. Ms. Eleria reviewed a summary table presents each grant’s purpose, watershed management plan reference, eligibility requirements, grant award ranges, match requirements, and timelines. Ms. Eleria provided the board with a draft grant overview documents that further describe these three grant types offered under CRWD’s Stewardship Grant Program. These documents will serve as the basis for grant outreach materials. Besides these three grant types, CRWD will continue to offer grants for planning of larger clean water projects and wellsealing projects. No changes are proposed to those two grant types. PPG staff are working with Communications and Engagement staff to develop a plan for Stewardship Grant Program

outreach/promotion activities in 2021 and 2022. Activities will include participation in community events, outreach to past and current Partner Grantees, places of worship, Saint Paul District Councils and other community groups and translation of grant information materials. CRWD staff presented the proposed grant program updates to the Board Program Committee and the Community Advisory Committee. Ms. Eleria reviewed feedback in a grant program summary table. Ms. Eleria provided a review of the Stewardship Grant program and the types of projects included in the program. A higher grant award is provided to projects that service a larger area. Ms. Eleria referenced the Watershed Management Plan and provided several examples of how the grants support several goals in the plan.

President Collins added that the plan looks workable. Ms. Eleria asked for any questions. Manager Murphy asked how a pollinator habitat ties in with CRWD mission to protect water quality. Ms. Eleria replied that many of the pollinator plants are native and used in absorbing rainwater runoff. Ms. Eleria added that other watershed districts offer grants for native landscapes. Mr. Fossum added that this type of work is outlined in CRWD’s ten-year plan. President Collins added that pollinator gardens provide an educational opportunity.

Manager Texer and President Collins felt Ms. Eleria did a great job. Ms. Eleria replied that it has been a team effort. President Collins asked for any additional questions or comments. Manager Sanders replied that this makes CRWD full service by making sure plants are being taken care of and education is being provided to grant recipients on weeds and plant identification. Ms. Funke added that maintenance has been taken into consideration. Manager Sullivan Janzen inquired about a homeowner selling a home, and if there is an approach to following up with new homeowners and their ability to maintain the grant project. Ms. Funke replied that this year is a pilot year in looking at how to expand and assist homeowners with use of other approaches. Ms. Funke noted that CRWD has resources to volunteer groups that could assist as part of their volunteer hours. Ms. Funke added that right now, sites are managed case by case. Manager Sullivan Janzen suggested that grants be given one time for single family homes. Manager Sullivan Janzen shared concerns about a new homeowner not having the knowledge of caring for a raingarden and gardens not being taken care of properly. If a raingarden were to fall into poor condition, this would be a poor reflection on the district. Ms. Eleria noted that a curb cut raingarden would be eligible for a maintenance grant.

Manager Sullivan Janzen noted that plant swaps have been discouraged because of jumping worms. Ms. Funke agreed that plant swaps have been put on pause for this reason. President Collins asked for any additional questions.

Motion 21-108: Approve updates to Stewardship Grant Program.

Murphy/Sanders Unanimously Approved VI.

Unfinished Business A)

HMGP Grant Update – TBI Detailed Modeling (Eleria)

Ms. Eleria provided an update of the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) Grant on behalf of Mr. Zwonitzer. CRWD has been awarded a grant for $375,000. Mr. Zwonitzer has been working with Barr Engineering. This is New Grant program that was recommend to CRWD by Wenck. Staff are currently working on the grant agreement and work plan. Ms. Eleria explained that a kickoff meeting will be held with seven government partners to review the scope of work and make a data request.

Ms. Eleria explained that the Grant will cover 75% of the cost of the project. CRWD will approach the partners and City of St. Paul to cover remaining 25%. Manager Texer remarked that City of St. Paul should have a contribution to the project. Ms. Eleria shared how the cities will benefit from the data provided by the model. President Collins asked if staff time would count as contribution. Ms. Eleria replied that there is a long list of data contributions required by the cities. Ms. Eleria shared that flooding concerns are a priority, and that partners have requested assistance. Mr. Fossum added that partners need to see the value of the modeling effort to identify problems and projects. President Collins stated this is great work and recalled cities talk about potential flooding when making the ten-year plan.

B)

Midway Peace Park Update (Eleria)

Ms. Eleria shared an update with the Board of Managers about the Midway Peace Park. Ms. Eleria shared that an in-person outdoor celebration will be held on June 15th at 3:00 PM. A short formal program will follow at 4:00 PM. Ms. Eleria will follow up with additional details. A Board Manager will most likely be asked to speak at the celebration.

VII.

General Information A)

Board of Managers’ Updates

President Collins asked if Manager Texer would facilitate the June 16th meeting.

Manager Sanders along with CAC member Tom Elko were at McCarron’s beach, reaching out to residents and answering questions about rain gardens.

VIII. Next Meetings A) Wednesday, June 2, 2021 5:00 PM - Workshop and Regular Meeting– Electronic Only B) Wednesday, June 9, 2021 7:00 PM- CAC Meeting – Electronic Only, Manager Murphy will attend this meeting.

C) Wednesday, June 16, 2021 6:00 PM – Regular Meeting – Electronic Only, President Collins will be absent IX.

Adjournment

Motion 21-109: Adjournment of the May 19, 2021 Regular Board Meeting at 7:32 P.M. Murphy/Sanders Unanimously Approved Respectfully submitted, Michelle Sylvander

June 2, 2021 Board Meeting V. B. Action Items—Approve Grant to City of St. Paul for Como Pavilion Parking Lot Projects (Fossum)

May 26, 2021 CRWD Board of Managers Bob Fossum, Division Manager Approve Grant to City of St. Paul for Como Pavilion Parking Lot Project

DATE: TO: FROM: RE: Background

The Como Lake Management Plan (CLMP) was adopted on May 15, 2019 and the 2021-2030 Watershed Management Plan on November 4. 2020. Both plans included a capital project that install stormwater BMPs at the Como Pavilion and Clubhouse Parking Lots. The adopted 2021 CRWD Budget includes funding for the Como Parking Lot Project for an amount of $150,000.

Issues Over the past several months, District staff and St. Paul Parks and Rec staff have been collaborating on planning and design of above and beyond BMPs for the Como Pavilion (North and South) and Clubhouse Parking Lots.

It has been determined that only the south Pavilion Parking lot will be eligible for grant funds since the other two lots will be full reconstruction and BMPs will be required under CRWD Rules. The project is scheduled to be constructed in the Fall of 2021. The project is at 30% design currently and we are at a point where the City needs to understand what amount of funding the District may be able to provide to be able to determine the final design of the project.

Staff are recommending the grant funding will be focused on the Pavilion South Parking Lot as it is the only lot that is a mill and overlay and grant eligible and has significant visibility for the public. Staff believe a grant to install BMPs is warranted, both from a load reduction standpoint (7-8 lbs/year), as well as, the demonstration/visibility standpoint. The estimated cost of BMPs and associated elements is $170,600. The project includes: a two-celled filtration rain garden, dry stream bed, rock seating area, and interpretive signs.

Staff also recommend funding for the non-motorized boat launch for an amount of $16,500. This part of the project will work to achieve the recreation-based goals of the CLMP and provide better access to the lake for all of the monitoring that regularly occurs.

Note: Staff have been able to confirm that the District will be able to utilize the recently approved 319 Small Watershed Funding to fund this grant award.

Requested Action Approve Grant to City of St. Paul for Como Parking Lot Project for an amount not to exceed $187,100 and direct Administrator and Board President to execute a grant agreement subject to the review and approval of the Ramsey County Attorney. enc:

Como Parking Improvement Project Summary

W:\06 Projects\Como Lake Projects\Como Parking Lots Project\Brd Memo, Como Parking Grant, 05-26-2021.docx

Our Mission is to protect, manage and improve the water resources of Capitol Region Watershed District

CRWD MEETING | April 19, 2021 Project Manager: Anne Gardner, Anne.Gardner@ci.stpaul.mn.us

COMO REGIONAL PARK - PARKING IMPROVEMENTS

Como Golf Course & Lakeside Pavilion Parking Lots

Lakeside Pavilion S Parking Lot Concept

CRWD MEETING | April 19, 2021 Project Manager: Anne Gardner, Anne.Gardner@ci.stpaul.mn.us STORMWATER COST ESTIMATE: OPTION A: APPROX. $142,178.20 OPTION B: APPROX. $54,427.20

COMO REGIONAL PARK - PARKING IMPROVEMENTS

STORMWATER COST ESTIMATE : OPTION A: APPROX. $90,012.50 OPTION B: APPROX. $73,275.00

Lakeside Pavilion N Parking Lot Concept

CRWD MEETING | April 19, 2021 Project Manager: Anne Gardner, Anne.Gardner@ci.stpaul.mn.us

COMO REGIONAL PARK - PARKING IMPROVEMENTS

CRWD MEETING | April 19, 2021 Project Manager: Anne Gardner, Anne.Gardner@ci.stpaul.mn.us

COMO REGIONAL PARK - PARKING IMPROVEMENTS Golf Course Parking Lot Concept

STORMWATER COST ESTIMATE APPROX. $48,043

CONSTRUCTION COST ESTIMATE: Golf Course Lot

CRWD MEETING | April 19, 2021 Project Manager: Anne Gardner, Anne.Gardner@ci.stpaul.mn.us

COMO REGIONAL PARK - PARKING IMPROVEMENTS

Cost Estimate Summary: Parking Stormwater Total Contingency (20%) Total

North Lot

South Lot

$ 308,552.50 Subtotal $ 231,124.40 Subtotal $ 434,394.20 Subtotal $ 1,112,126.60 $ 48,043.00 $ 90,012.50 $ 142,178.20 $ 280,233.70 $ 356,595.50 $ 321,136.90 $ 576,572.40 $ 1,392,360.30 $ 71,319.00 ntingency (20%) $ 64,227.00 tingency (20%) $ 115,314.00 ntingency (20%) $ 278,472.00 Total $ 1,670,832.30 $ 427,914.50 Total $ 385,363.90 Total $ 691,886.40

BMP Cost Options w/20% Contingency Option A $ 57,651.60 Option B (Simplified) $ Ͳ

$ 108,015.00 $ 73,275.00

STORAGE VOLUME SUMMARY:

BUDGET Engineering Consultant - Phase 2- FEES Task Task 4: Final Construction Documents Task 5: Bidding, Construction Management, and Observation Total this phase:

Cost $27,837 $18,593 $46,430

$ 170,613.84 $ 54,427.20

$ 336,280.44 $ 127,702.20

CRWD MEETING | April 19, 2021 Project Manager: Anne Gardner, Anne.Gardner@ci.stpaul.mn.us

COMO REGIONAL PARK - PARKING IMPROVEMENTS

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June 2, 2021 Board Meeting VI. Unfinished Business – C) Lake McCarrons Shoreline Assessment Project Update (Funke)

DATE: TO: FROM: RE:

May 27, 2021 CRWD Board of Managers Rachel Funke, Urban BMP Technician Lake McCarrons 2021 Shoreline Assessment Update

Background The condition of the Lake McCarrons shoreline was last assessed by CRWD in 2007. Since then, portions of the shoreline have been transformed significantly. Since 2004, 16 shoreline restorations have received CRWD and Ramsey County Soil & Water Conservation Division (RCSWCD) technical support and grant funding.

Issues CRWD has contracted RCSWCD to complete a shoreline assessment in 2021. The purpose of this assessment is to evaluate and compare the current condition of the Lake McCarrons shoreline to its condition at the time of the last assessment, and to evaluate the success of past grant-funded restorations.

The results of this assessment will help staff identify sections to recommend for voluntary shoreline restoration work and will allow for more effective CRWD assistance for residents who have recently expressed interest in a restoration project. The four primary tasks of the shoreline assessment are: 1.

2.

3.

4.

Review historical records of shoreline restoration efforts (January-May 2021) Conduct shoreline assessment of Lake McCarrons from a boat (Late June 2021) Assessment of previous grant-funded shoreline restorations (July 2021) Prepare Lake McCarrons shoreline assessment summary report (October 2021)

Details related to each of these tasks can be viewed in the enclosed 2021 Lake McCarrons Shoreline Assessment Proposal. The total estimate for this work is $17,524. CRWD budgeted $20,000 for this work in 2021 (CRWD budget #310-21479 Lake McCarrons Shoreline). An agreement for this work has been executed by the Administrator.

Lakeshore residents, the Lake McCarrons Neighborhood Association, and the McCarrons Lakefront Alliance will be informed of upcoming plans in early June. At the same time, a survey will also be sent to previous grant recipients to provide feedback on the success of their projects. Results of the assessment and future grant promotion will be shared with these stakeholders this fall.

Action Requested None, for your information.

Encs. 2021 Lake McCarrons Shoreline Assessment Proposal W:\06 Projects\McCarrons\Shoreline Management\Shoreline Assessments\2021 Shoreline Assessment\Board\McCarrons Shoreline Assessment 06-022021.docx

Our mission is to protect, manage and improve the water resources of Capitol Region Watershed District.

2021 Lake McCarrons Shoreline Assessment Proposal January 20, 2021 Prepared for: Prepared for: Rachel Funke, Urban BMP Technician, Capitol Region Watershed District Prepared by: Justin Townsend, Environmental Specialist II, Ramsey County Parks & Recreation Department, Soil & Water Conservation Division Scope of Services Task 1: Review historical records of shoreline restoration efforts The Lake McCarrons shoreline has been transformed significantly since the last assessment was completed in 2007, when the lake was surrounded by largely turf grass. Documenting the full scope of the restoration efforts will be a critical first step for assessing the present state of the shoreline. Parcels, both public and private, which have been improved will be identified.

Task 2: Conduct shoreline assessment of Lake McCarrons An assessment of the Lake McCarrons shoreline will be conducted during May or June 2021 to document the state of the shoreline in terms of erosivity, vegetation composition, and buffer width. An assessment of the entire lake perimeter, by parcel, will be conducted from a boat to identify and document the following: •

Erosional areas (current {three categories red-gully erosion, yellow-rill erosion, green-sheet erosion} and susceptible or similar ranking)

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Existing shoreline (upland, shoreline, and aquatic) vegetation density

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Shoreline vegetation buffer widths

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A list of observed native and non-native plants identifiable from the boat on a parcel by parcel basis

The “Score Your Shore” (SYS) method developed by the MNDNR will be utilized for vegetation community assessment. While the methodology is different than the 2007 assessment this will allow future repeatability of shoreline stability. This method allows for verification of upland, shoreline, and aquatic vegetation in terms of its’ effectiveness to filter against surface runoff.

Furthermore, SYS is useful in identifying the needs and to document progress over time on individual parcels.

Additionally, five (5) one-meter quadrats will be selected along the shoreline owned by Ramsey County Parks and Recreation Department to identify, quantify, and analyze plant species. This will be completed at no cost to Capitol Region Watershed District, but will be included in the final report.

Task 3: Lake McCarrons Shoreline Assessment Summary The deliverables from Tasks 1 and 2 will be compiled into a final report assessing Lake McCarrons shoreline. The report will include a summary of historical restoration efforts, current shoreline conditions as listed in “Score Your Shore,” and an analysis section for plant species identified in the County parcel. The report will include maps with shoreline parcels outlined.

Additionally, the report will include pictures of current conditions.

Task 4: Lake McCarrons Shoreline Assessment Summary Separately from task 1-3, but to be included as an appendix within the report for those tasks, will be a technical memo based upon onsite evaluation of 16 previously restored sites. CRWD staff along with SWCD will evaluate sites for erosion, plant species, and buffer width. A system of grading and evaluation app/sheet developed by CRWD in conjunction with SWCD will be completed at each site. Recommendations to bring sites into “restored” status will be outlined within the technical memo.

Cost Estimate at $72/hour Task

Objective

1

Communication with Partners/Landowners Data Synthesis, Mapping and Reporting Reporting of Historical Restoration Efforts

2

3

4

Score Your Shore setup GIS and Desktop Analysis Boat Fee Field Survey Day 1 Field Survey Day 2 Field Survey Day 3 Field Data Entry and Analysis GIS Mapping Report Drafting and Formatting Incorporate CRWD Review into Final Report 16 site visits coordinated with CRWD staff (mobilization) Compare existing conditions to original plans Measure buffer dimensions Record plant survival/present species Complete detailed erosion evaluation (if needed) Categorize overall condition (CRWD grading system) Determine action needed to reach ‘restored’ shoreline condition Report for Task 4: Background Methods Results (including maps, tables, GIS files) Recommendations

# of Staff Required 1 1 1

Hour Estimate 12 8 8

1 1 1 2 2 2 1 1 1 1

4 8 $100 16 16 16 8 16 16 8

Cost Estimate $

2,016.00

$

4,420.00

$

3,456.00

$

7,632.00

16 4 2 12 10 2 8

Project Total

2 2 40 8 242

$

17,524.00

Timeline Month January-May 2021 June 2021 September, 2021

October, 2021

Task Complete Task 1: Review historical records Complete Task 2: Conduct shoreline assessment Complete Task 4: conduct assessment of 16 sites previously rehabilitated Task 3: Develop draft Lake McCarrons Shoreline Assessment Summary; CRWD review Task 4: Develop draft memo of needed improvements at the 16 sites previously rehabilitated Complete Task 3: Final Lake McCarrons Shoreline Assessment Summary Task 4: Final Memo for 16 sites

Deliverables Deliverable 1: A summary section of the report will include a table and map of historical Lake McCarrons shoreline restoration efforts by parcel.

Deliverable 2: Desktop analysis and multiple days of field work to evaluate and document Lake McCarrons shoreline.

1. Field notes including SYS worksheet for each parcel 2. Photo documentation of each parcel (at least 1 per parcel) Deliverable 3: Complete a summary document report assessing and comprehensively characterizing Lake McCarrons shoreline including maps, summary tables, pictures. Draft to be reviewed by CRWD before finalizing. Final document to be presented to the CRWD Board of Managers. The report will have the following sections: 1. IntroductionImage 1: Lake McCarrons shoreline parcels a. Location highlighted in brown b. Lake levels c. Parcel map 2. History of restorationa. A brief history of restorations b. A table of parcels restored and map identifying restored parcels c. Construction or planting details may be added in the appendix as available and necessary

3. Current conditionsa. A map and table (parcel ID & SYS score) containing parcels ranked as functional, in need of maintenance, and in need of restoration or similar color-coded ranking b. SYS Worksheets and photos will be available as an appendix or similar c. Notes on the restoration needs of each parcel (e.g mostly invasive plants; will need to be terminated and replanted or good variety of native plants with only weeding and interplanting needed) d. A summary table of plants observed around the lake and within the five quadrats in the RCPRD boundaries.

4. Appendix: a. GIS data in a geodatabase package b. Photos c. SYS Worksheets d. Technical memo of 16 site visits in task 4 Deliverable 4: Complete a summary technical memo assessing and comprehensively characterizing the 16 sites Lake McCarrons shoreline including maps, summary tables, and pictures. Draft to be reviewed by CRWD before finalizing. Final document to be presented to the CRWD Board of Managers. The memo will have the following sections: 1. Backgrounda. Location of the 16 sites b. Previous restoration work completed 2. Methodsa. Erosion, plants, and buffer measurement methods 3. Resultsa. Compare existing conditions to original plans b. Measure buffer dimensions c. Record plant survival/present species d. Complete detailed erosion evaluation (if needed) e. Categorize overall condition (CRWD grading system) 4. Recommendationsa. Actions needed to reach ‘restored’ shoreline condition