Catherine Cesnik

This document outlines a 10-year Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for the Bassett Creek Watershed, covering the period from 2026 to 2035. The plan details various projects aimed at improving water quality, restoring natural habitats, and reducing flood risks. Key strategic areas include shoreline and streambank improvements, control of invasive species, chloride reduction, improved street sweeping practices, and collaboration with private developers for water quality and flood control initiatives, alongside ongoing maintenance of existing CIP projects.

This document outlines the proposed five-year Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for the Bassett Creek Watershed Management Commission. The program details various projects focused on long-term flood mitigation, water quality improvements, and infrastructure maintenance within the watershed. Key strategic initiatives include stream and creek restoration, sediment removal, stormwater management upgrades, chloride reduction efforts, and enhancements to lake health and aeration.

The key discussions during the meeting involved several financial and project-related decisions. The Commission voted to leave $44,000 in the Special Projects Account rather than transferring it to the Administrative Account, rejecting Resolution 26-04 after a report indicated the funds were not necessary to balance the 2025 budget. The Commission also approved a budget amendment for engineering services related to the Bassett Creek Restoration Project (Regent Ave to Golden Valley Road), with Barr Engineering contributing $10,000 due to internal scoping issues. Subsequently, the updated total project budget of $3,534,580 for this restoration project was approved. Furthermore, the Commission received an update on water quality improvement projects from the West Metro Water Alliance Conservation Specialist, focusing on pollutants like chloride. Following this, the Commission passed a motion to send a letter to the MPCA Commissioner advocating for increased funding for the MPCA's Chloride Reduction Program. Finally, the updated BCWMC Requirements for Development and Improvement Projects and the Design Sequence Flow Chart were officially adopted, effective May 1st, while development review fees were kept at current rates.

Key discussions included the approval of the agenda and the consent agenda, which covered acceptance of financial reports, payment of various invoices, and approval of several fund transfer resolutions. In business items, the Commission decided against transferring $44,000 from the Special Projects Account to the Administrative Account, choosing instead to retain the funds in Special Projects. A budget amendment for engineering services related to the Bassett Creek Restoration Project (Regent Ave to Golden Valley Road) was approved, as was the updated total project budget of $3,534,580. The Commission received an update on water quality improvement projects, specifically regarding chloride pollution reduction in the Parkers Lake subwatershed, and subsequently approved sending a letter to the MPCA Commissioner advocating for increased funding for the Chloride Reduction Program. Finally, the Commission officially adopted the updated Requirements for Development and Improvement Projects and the Design Sequence Flow Chart, effective May 1, 2026, while keeping development review fees at current rates.

This document outlines the Long Lake Waters Association's mission to provide collaborative leadership in improving and protecting the Long Lake Creek Watershed. It details the organization's structure, funding, and strategy, focusing on three major areas: Organizational initiatives including setup and membership; Marketing and Education for community outreach and awareness; and Strategic Initiatives such as forming partnerships, developing projects, and increasing membership. The plan addresses complex water quality problems within the watershed, emphasizing community involvement and resource development.