AGENDA. Dakota County Soil and Water Conservation District Board of Supervisors Meeting

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1 1. Call to Order AGENDA Dakota County Soil and Water Conservation District Board of Supervisors Meeting 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Audience July 7, :30 a.m. Conference Room A Dakota County Extension and Conservation Center th Street Farmington, MN Anyone in the audience wishing to address the Board regarding an item that is not on the agenda may come forward at this time. Comments are limited to five minutes. 4. Approval of Agenda (Additions/Corrections/Deletions) 5. Secretary s Report 5.1 June 2, 2016 Board Meeting Minutes Action 6. Treasurer s Report 6.1 July 7, 2016 Accounts Payable Action 6.2 June 2016 Financial Reports Action 7. Rural Lands Committee 7.1 Authorization to Provide Final Payment to Ralph Wagner for Installation of Water and Sediment Control Basins (16-IPP-03) 8. Community Development Committee 8.1 Authorization to Execute Contract with Mount Calvary Lutheran Church for Stormwater Retrofit (16-CIF-01) 9. Committee of the Whole 9.1 Authorization to Execute Contract with Rehder and Associates for Construction Administration Services on the Trout Brook Streambank Stabilization Project in Miesville Ravine Park 9.2 Resolution Accepting Certain Wetland Conservation Act Responsibilities from the City of South St. Paul 9.3 Authorization to Execute Agreement with Minnesota Department of Natural Resources for FY17 Groundwater Level Monitoring Program Action Action Action Action Action 10. Interagency Announcements and Reports Natural Resources Conservation Service Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources

2 07/07/16 Meeting Agenda Minnesota Association of Soil and Water Conservation Districts Metro Conservation Districts Joint Powers Board Dakota County Watershed Management Organizations 11. Upcoming Events July 7, 2016 July20, 2016 July 20, 2016 July 20, 2016 July 28, 2016 August 4, 2016 Soil and Water Conservation District Board Meeting Conservation Center, Farmington 8:30 a.m. Black Dog Watershed Management Organization Meeting Burnsville Maintenance Facility, Frontier Court 5:00 p.m. Lower Minnesota River Watershed District Board Meeting Chaska City Hall, One City Hall Plaza 2 nd Floor 7:00 p.m. North Cannon River Watershed Management Organization Tour and Meeting Eureka Town Hall Tour at 6:00 p.m. and Meeting at 7:00 p.m. Vermillion River Watershed Joint Powers Board Meeting Dakota County Western Service Center, 3 rd floor 1:00 p.m. Soil and Water Conservation District Board Meeting Conservation Center, Farmington 8:30 a.m. 12. District Managers Report 13. Closed Executive Session: Mid-year Performance Evaluation of District Manager 14. Adjourn Page 2

3 MEETING MINUTES BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING DAKOTA COUNTY SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT Thursday, June 2, th Street, Suite 102 Farmington, Minnesota Board Members Present: SWCD Staff Present: Others Present: Laura Zanmiller, Chair Brian Watson Georg Fischer, Dakota County Joe Meyers, Vice Chair Lana Rotty Ben Datres, MN Conservation Corps Chris Nielsen, Secretary Curt Coudron Michelle Wohlers, NRCS* Kevin Chamberlain, Treasurer Joe Barten Marian Brown, Public Relations Todd Matzke Ashley Gallagher Lindsey Albright *Denotes Partial Meeting Attendance 1. Call to Order Chair Zanmiller called the meeting to order at 8:30 a.m. A quorum was present. 2. Pledge of Allegiance Chair Zanmiller led the Board of Supervisors in the Pledge of Allegiance. 3. Introduction of Minnesota Conservation Corps Summer Apprentice Watson introduced Ben Datres, Minnesota Conservation Corps Summer Apprentice. He stated that Ben will be working in our office until the middle of August. Ben indicated that he is from Burnsville and received a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Natural Resource Management and Water Resources from the University of Minnesota Crookston this past December. His recent employment included working at the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) and MN Department of Natural Resources (MDNR) as well as two summers with the Dakota County Parks Department. 4. Audience Chair Zanmiller asked if there was anyone in the audience that wished to address the Board on an item that is not on the agenda. No one appeared. 5. Approval of Agenda Motion by Nielsen, second by Meyers to approve the agenda as presented. All members voting yes. Motion carried. N

4 06/02/2016 Meeting Minutes 6. Secretary s Report May 5, 2016 Board Meeting Minutes Motion by Nielsen, Second by Chamberlain to approve the May 5, 2016 Meeting Minutes. All members voting yes. Motion carried. 7. Treasurer s Report 7.1 June 2, 2016 Accounts Payable Motion by Chamberlain, second by Meyers to approve the June 2, 2016 Accounts Payable. Members voting yes: Zanmiller, Brown, Chamberlain, Nielsen, Meyers. Motion carried. 7.2 May 31, 2016 Financial Report Motion by Chamberlain, second by Nielsen to accept the May 31, 2016 Financial Report, subject to audit. All members voting yes. Motion carried. 8. Rural Lands Committee 8.1 Authorization to Provide Final Payment to Nick Stein for Installation of Terraces (15-IPP-10) Meyers stated that Nick Stein has completed installation of two terraces. The project was approved for funding at the August 6, 2015 board meeting at 75% cost share not to exceed $17, based on an estimated project cost of $22, Final project cost was $23, Motion by Meyers, second by Chamberlain to approve final payment to Nick Stein for installation of two terraces in Section 16, Hampton Township, Vermillion River Watershed at $17, (74%). Members voting yes: Brown, Chamberlain, Nielsen, Meyers, Zanmiller. Motion carried. 8.2 Authorization to Provide Final Payment to Wollmering Family LLP for Installation of Water and Sediment Control Basins and Critical Area Planting (15-IPP-14) Meyers stated that Wollmering Family LLP has completed the installation of two water and sediment control basins and 26,250 square feet of critical area planting. The project was approved for funding at the October 1, 2015 board meeting at 75% cost share not to exceed $8,775 and based on an estimated project cost of $11,700. The final project cost was $8, Motion by Meyers, second by Nielsen to approve final payment to Wollmering Family LLP for installation of two water and sediment control basins and a critical area planting in Section 22, Vermillion Township, Vermillion River Watershed at $6,354 (75%). Members voting yes: Chamberlain, Nielsen, Meyers, Zanmiller. Member abstaining: Brown. Motion carried. 8.3 Authorization to Provide Final Payment to Hmong American Farmers Association for the Repair of Grassed Waterway (15-IPP-15) Meyers stated that the Hmong American Farmers Association (HAFA) completed repairs on a grassed waterway. The project was approved for funding at the October 29, 2015 board meeting at 75% cost share not to exceed $2, and based on an estimated project cost of $2, The final project cost was $1, Motion by Meyers, second by Chamberlain to approve final payment to HAFA for repair on a grassed waterway in Section 29, Vermillion Township, Vermillion River Watershed at $1, (75%). Members voting yes: Nielsen, Meyers, Zanmiller, Brown, Chamberlain. Motion carried. 8.4 Authorization to Provide Final Payment to GTJ Company LLC for Installation of a Water and Sediment Control Basin (16-IPP-04) Meyers stated that GTJ Company LLC has completed installation of a water and sediment control basin with tile outlet. The project was approved for funding at the April 7, 2016 Board meeting at 75% cost share not to exceed $5,025 and based on an estimated project cost of $6,700. The final project cost was $6,

5 06/02/2016 Meeting Minutes Motion by Meyers, second by Nielsen to approve final payment to GTJ Company LLC for installation of water and sediment control basin with tile outlet in Section 5, Eureka Township, Vermillion River Watershed at $5,025 (74%). Members voting yes: Meyers, Zanmiller, Brown, Chamberlain, Nielsen. Motion carried. Watson stated that applications for the second round of Incentive Payment Practice (IPP) funding were to be received by May 15. Three new applications were received and four were resubmitted from the previous application period. The applications were ranked by staff and the Rural Lands Committee based on various water resource protection criteria and their pollution reduction cost to benefit ratio. A signed application, ranking form, project map and location map was provided for each cost-share request. For the seven applications ranked, there is a total of $31, requested in the Cannon River Watershed, and $34,650 requested in the Vermillion River Watershed. The Rural Lands Committee is recommending three projects move forward with contract approvals; Mike Serres, David Cook, and Lois Peterson. 8.5 Authorization to Execute Contract with Mike Serres for Installation of a Grassed Waterway and Terraces (16-IPP-05) Mike Serres is requesting project funds for the installation of two terraces and a grassed waterway. The estimated project cost is $11, Motion by Meyers, second by Nielsen to execute contract with Mike Serres for installation of grassed waterway and two terraces in Section 7, Douglas Township, Cannon River Watershed at 75% cost share, not to exceed $8, Members voting yes: Zanmiller, Brown, Chamberlain, Nielsen, Meyers. Motion carried. 8.6 Authorization to Execute Contract with David Cook for Installation of a Grassed Waterway and Water and Sediment Control Basin (16-IPP-06) David Cook is requesting project funds for the installation of two grassed waterways and a water and sediment control basin. The estimated project cost is $9, Motion by Meyers, second by Nielsen to execute contract with David Cook for installation of two grassed waterways and a water and sediment control basin in Section 14, Hampton Township, Vermillion River Watershed at 75% cost share, not to exceed $6,900. Members voting yes: Zanmiller, Brown, Chamberlain, Nielsen, Meyers. Motion carried. 8.7 Authorization to Execute Contract with Lois Peterson for Installation of a Grassed Waterway and Water and Sediment Control Basin (16-IPP-07) Lois Peterson is requesting cost share funds for the installation of two water and sediment control basins. The estimated project cost is $14, Motion by Meyers, second by Nielsen to execute contract with Lois Peterson for installation of two water and sediment control basins in Eureka Township, Vermillion River Watershed at 75% costshare, not to exceed $10,500. Members voting yes: Brown, Chamberlain, Nielsen, Meyers, Zanmiller. Motion carried. 9. Community Development Committee 9.1 Authorization to Execute Contract with the Minnesota Zoo for Installation of Stormwater Retrofits (16-CCP-01) Curt Coudron stated that the Minnesota Zoo is requesting Community Conservation Partnership funds to retrofit several stormwater best management practices within the Zoo property. The practices will capture runoff from approximately 13.2 acres which previously discharged untreated into a DNR designated wetland and ultimately to the Vermillion River depending on water levels. A campus-wide review of the zoo stormwater system occurred and 8 projects were identified. Four of the projects are inside the zoo visitor area and four projects are on external ring of the property such as parking areas. An estimated 1.3 million visitors pass through the zoo annually. Coudron also spoke about a potential education demonstration project that would involve water re-use form the roof of the Tropics building on the zoo 3

6 06/02/2016 Meeting Minutes property. Native vegetation and pollinator plantings will be installed within the stormwater practices identified. Construction is slated for late August and early September as zoo visitor numbers drop during the State fair. This project is collaboration between the Minnesota Zoo, Vermillion River Vermillion River Watershed Joint Powers Organization, Metropolitan Council, and the Dakota County SWCD. The estimated project cost is $193, Motion by Nielsen, second by Meyers to execute contract with the Minnesota Zoo for installation of eight stormwater best management practices within the City of Apple Valley, Vermillion River Watershed at 75% cost share not to exceed $50,000. Members voting yes: Chamberlain, Nielsen, Meyers, Zanmiller, Brown. Motion carried. 10. Committee of the Whole 10.1 Consideration to Adopt Resolution Supporting One Watershed One Plan within the Cannon River Watershed Watson stated that the Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources (BWSR) has announced a grant opportunity to pay for costs associated with developing local water plans based on major watershed boundaries. The one watershed one plan concept was initiated by the local government water roundtable made up of the Association of Soil and Water Conservation Districts, Association of Watershed Districts and Association of Counties. Further, legislation was passed in 2015 defining purpose and outlining structure to include all local water plans be based on major watersheds by the year The sevencounty metro area, including the North Cannon River Watershed Management Organization, is currently exempt from the legislation due to the Metropolitan Surface Water Management Act. The Cannon River Watershed drainage involves portions of six counties and soil and water conservation districts to include: Dakota, Goodhue, LeSueur, Rice, Steele and Waseca. A meeting among staff from counties, SWCDs, BWSR and others was held and the decision to pursue the BWSR grant is being requested through each elected local governing board. Rice SWCD has agreed to be the fiscal and administrative agent for the grant if awarded. Since the development of a new watershed based comprehensive water plan would not eliminate the need for the Dakota SWCD to have a comprehensive plan, the direct benefit is limited. In addition, it is unknown at this time how funding will be distributed among the 7-county metro area for this one watershed one plan initiative. Even though the seven-county metro area is currently exempt from the one watershed one plan process, participating in the plan development if a grant is awarded and providing support to the other local unit of governments is being requested. The goal would be that at the end of the planning process, there may be implementation goals that align with the North Cannon River Watershed Management Plan and our recently approved Comprehensive Plan. Watson provided a resolution for the SWCD Board consideration Motion by Chamberlain, second by Nielsen to adopt the resolution that supports an application to the Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources for a planning grant to develop a comprehensive watershed management plan but does not anticipate entering into a Memorandum of Agreement with the counties, soil and water conservation districts, and watershed districts within the Cannon River Watershed until such time more details on how the Metropolitan Surface Water Management Act and associated funding is incorporated into the process. All members voting yes. Motion carried. 11. Personnel Committee 11.1 Adoption of new Organizational Chart and Authorization to Fill Vacancies Watson presented a new organizational chart to address the current vacancy. The organizational chart includes a new Project Management Supervisor position and a Resource Conservationist position to be hired. The Project Management Supervisor position would be advertised as an internal posting only with the intent of providing promotional opportunity to existing staff. If there are no candidates or the hire is not 4

7 06/02/2016 Meeting Minutes finalized, the vacancy will be reconsidered in coordination with the Board. The position will be responsible for coordinating and supervising cost share programs. The Resource Conservationist vacancy would involve advertising statewide and nationally. The position would involve tasks associated with ecological services such as wetland restorations, prairie plantings, operation and maintenance plans and vegetated buffer establishments. This position would primarily be a field staff position. Watson stated that upon approval of the organizational chart and authorization to fill vacancies, coordination with Dakota County Employee Relations will occur to begin the hiring process Motion by Meyers, second by Nielsen to approve the organizational chart and to authorize the hire of a Project Management Supervisor and the Resource Conservationist. All members voting yes. Motion carried. 12. Interagency Reports and Announcements Natural Resources Conservation Service Michelle Wohlers provided the Natural Resources Conservation Services (NRCS) agency report. She stated that they have six Conservation Stewardship Program contracts. The landowners have selected their enhancements, and they are currently performing field checks with all contracts being finalized by July 1. Wohlers stated that she will be providing the County and the SWCD with the FNAP easement monitoring inspections list soon. Regarding the Environmental Quality Incentive Program (EQIP) and the MAWQCP funding pool, all ranking, scoring and QAR must be complete by mid-june and funding will be announced soon after. There are 51 applications state-wide. Wohlers stated that yesterday, they were informed that the deadline for landowners seeking 2017 EQIP funding is August 19, To date, there are 30 applications state-wide. Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources There was no BWSR report. However, Watson stated that he was informed by BWSR staff that the competitive Clean Water Fund grant application period will be moved up with information being released late June or early July. Watson further noted that counties and watershed districts will have the option to receive buffer funds for enforcement ranging from $45,000 to $180,000 from the State s general fund. If they decline the funding and enforcement responsibilities, BWSR will receive the funds and provide enforcement. Minnesota Association of Soil and Water Conservation Districts Watson provided the Minnesota Association of Soil and Water Conservation Districts (MASWCD) report. He distributed the agenda for the Area 4 Summer Tour and Meeting scheduled for July 27. He also distributed the 2016 Legislative Outcomes from the End of the Regular Session. Metro Conservation Districts Joint Powers Board Zanmiller provided the Metro Conservation Districts Joint Powers Board (MCD) report. She noted that the Children s Water Festival is scheduled for September 18 th at the State Fairgrounds. The Minnesota Agriculture Water Quality Certification Program has been continued through December 31, She added that there was a financial update provided on the Clean Water Fund Grants received by the MCD. Dakota County Georg Fischer provided the Dakota County report. He stated that they will receive $60,000 of buffer funding as previously mentioned. The two wetland bank projects continue to move along slowly but the hope is to execute an agreement with BWSR soon. There will be discussion regarding the 2017 work plan and collaboration with the SWCD and there are no intentions to make any significant changes to the work plan. He stated that former SWCD employee Brad 5

8 06/02/2016 Meeting Minutes Becker was hired as the Dakota County Water Resources Supervisor. He added that the Vermillion River Watershed JPO is in the process of hiring an Engineer. Fischer noted that Dakota County has not recently applied for land conservation grants as staff is catching up with current workload. This may have some impact on SWCD involvement as well. Meyers questioned construction activities at the Byllesby Dam. Fischer summarized that they have lowered the level of Lake Byllesby by 8 feet in order to accomplish some of the work on face of the dam. The water level is back up and the new crest gates are operational. There is a plan to install some walkways in the future. They are seeking State bond funds to upgrade the turbines. It is a 100-year old facility and maintenance has been necessary. Watershed Management Organizations There were no other Watershed Management Organization reports provided. 13. Upcoming Meetings and Events The upcoming events were reviewed. Watson noted that the USDA NRCS Local Work Group Meeting will be held today. He reminded those present of the July 27 Area Meeting, and stated that the next SWCD Board Meeting is July District Managers Report Joe Barten provided an update on the Landscaping for Clean Water program. Watson stated that the SWCD has been contacted by the City of South St. Paul to administer certain Wetland Conservation Activities and anticipates that to move forward for consideration at the July Board meeting. 15. Adjourn Motion by Meyers, second by Nielsen to adjourn the meeting. All members voting yes. Motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 9:15 a.m. Respectfully submitted, Chris Nielsen, Secretary 6

9 Dakota County SWCD Balance Sheet June 2016 Cash in Checking - Castle Rock $12, Cash in Savings - Castle Rock $790, Cash in Checking - Vermillion Bank $9, Certificate of Deposit - Vermillion Bank $400, Petty Cash $ Total Cash: $1,213, Accounts Receivable: DC Environmental Resources Q $21, DC Vermillion River Watershed JPB May 2016 $11, Drill Customers 2 Landowners $ MCD JPB Final 10% $2, Total Accounts Receivable: $35, Total Assets: $1,249, Sales Tax Payable: $66.80 Payroll Liabilities: $0.00 $66.80 Unearned Revenue: 2012 BWSR Flood Relief Phase II $45, BWSR Flood Relief Phase III $69, CWF Community Initiative $18, CWF Conservation Incentive $20, CWF Retrofit Partnership $115, CWF Community Partners $74, Buffer Law 2016 $15, Conservation Delivery 2016 $15, Conservation Delivery 2015 $4, Easement Delivery 2015 $77.00 Easement Delivery 2016 $ Local Capacity Services 2016 $86, MAWQCP 2016 $3, NRBG WCA 2016 $41, State Cost Share 2015 $1, State Cost Share 2016 $22, Met Council WOMP Grants $9, County Allocation 2016 $154, Total Unearned Revenue: $699, Fund Balance Beginning of Year $652, Current Net Increase/-Decrease -$102, Fund Balance End of Current Period $549, Total Liabilities & Equity: $1,249,356.32

10 Dakota County SWCD Income and Expense Summary June 2016 Current Month Year to Date Income County Revenues $8, $198, State Revenues $6, $89, Local Revenues $11, $118, Federal Revenues $0.00 $0.00 Miscellaneous Funds $ $2, Charges for Services $3, $6, Total Income $29, $416, Expense County Expenses $0.00 $16.20 State Expenses $6, $40, Local Expenses $27, $30, Operating Expenses $ $10, Payroll Expenses $84, $436, Project Expenses $17.28 $ Total Expense $119, $518, Revenues Over/-Under Expenditures -$89, $102,357.68

11 DAKOTA COUNTY SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT Request for Board Action Roll Call Vote Meeting Date: 7/7/2016 Prepared by: Ashley Gallagher PURPOSE/ACTION REQUESTED: Authorization to provide final payment of $16,350 to Ralph Wagner for the installation of five water and sediment control basins. SUMMARY: Ralph Wagner has completed the installation of five water and sediment control basins in Section 36 of Nininger Township of the Vermillion River Watershed. The installation has been certified by Matt Schaar, NRCS Soil Conservation Technician. The project was approved for funding at the April 7, 2016 Board meeting at 75% cost share not to exceed $16,350 and based on an estimated project cost of $21,800. The final project cost was $27, EXPLANATION OF FISCAL/FTE IMPACT: Project funds and staff costs to install the project have been made available through the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service, State grants and our annual work plan with the Vermillion River Watershed Joint Powers Organization. Supporting Documents: Previous Board Action: Ralph Wagner Project Fact Sheet Motion on 4/7/16 Authorization to execute contract 16-IPP-03

12 PROJECT FACTSHEET 16 IPP 03 R W W S C B PRACTICE: Water & Sediment Control Basin BENEFITS: 403 tons of soil per year prevented from traveling downstream Water and Sediment Control Basins Tile Line #5 #4 #1 #2 #3 87 lbs. of phosphorous per year prevented from traveling downstream PARTNERS: Vermillion River Watershed Joint Powers Organiza on Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources PROJECT: Large areas of gully erosion were treated with a total of five water and sediment control basins, with le lines that outlet to a rocky, flat area. FUNDING: Total Project Cost: $27,348 State: $16,350 Landowner: $10,998 USDA Natural Resources Conserva on Service WATERSHED: Vermillion River RECEIVING WATERS: Vermillion River Clean Water Fund: Protec ng and restoring Minnesota s waters for genera ons to come. LOCATION: NiningerTownship INSTALLATION: Spring th Street W, Suite 102, Farmington, MN Tel: (651) Fax: (651) Revised: 6/24/2016

13 R W W S C Looking downhill at the construc on of basin #5 B Looking across the slope at construc on of the basin BERM Completed basin # th Street W, Suite 102, Farmington, MN Completed basin #4 Tel: (651) Fax: (651)

14 DAKOTA COUNTY SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT Request for Board Action Roll Call Vote Meeting Date: 7/7/2016 Prepared by: Joe Barten PURPOSE/ACTION REQUESTED: Authorize approval of a Conservation Initiative Funding (CIF) program contract with Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church for the installation of a bioretention basin. SUMMARY: Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church in Eagan is requesting Conservation Initiative Funding program funds to install a bioretention basin. The practice will capture stormwater runoff from approximately 1.33 acres of parking lot and driveway which currently runs into the storm sewer untreated and ultimately drain to the Minnesota River. The estimated project cost is $32, Staff is recommending approval at 75% cost share not to exceed $24, The landowner is also seeking funding from the City of Eagan, which if awarded, may reduce the necessary contribution from the SWCD. EXPLANATION OF FISCAL/FTE IMPACT: Project and staff costs for installation of the bioretention basin are available through a FY14 Clean Water Fund grant. Supporting Documents: Mt. Calvary Bioretention Basin Fact Sheet and Cost Share Application Previous Board Action: None

15 PROJECT FACTSHEET 16-CIF-01 Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church Stormwater Retrofit Bioretention Basin PRACTICE: Drainage area Stormwater Retrofit Bioretention Basin (Raingarden) BENEFITS: Location of bioretention basin Runoff volume reduction Phosphorus and sediment saved from traveling downstream Improved water quality Opportunity for public outreach and education PARTNERS: P R O J E C T: The project involves the installation of a stormwater retrofit bioretention basin at Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church in Eagan. The basin will capture runoff and reduce pollutant and stormwater volume discharge to the Minnesota River. This project was prioritized through an assessment of the overall property for it's cost effectiveness. This project is a collaboration with the Dakota County SWCD, City of Eagan, and Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church congregation members. FUNDING: Total Project Cost: State: Landowner: $32,456 $24,342 $8, th Street W, Suite 102, Farmington, MN Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources City of Eagan WATERSHED: Minnesota River RECEIVING WATERS: Minnesota River INSTALLATION: Clean Water Fund: Protecting and restoring Minnesota s waters for generations to come. LOCATION: Summer - Fall 2016 Rahn Road Eagan, MN Tel: (651) Fax: (651) Revised: 6/28/2016

16 Dakota County Soil and Water Conservation District COST SHARE APPLICATION Program Type: CCS X CIF CCP 1. LEAD APPLICANT Name/Title: NaDyne Glidden Organization Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church Address: 3930 Rahn Rd. Eagan, MN Phone/ (651) nadyne.glidden@mtcalvary.com Contact: NaDyne Glidden (651) nadyne.glidden@mtcalvary.com *The SWCD will not share addresses but may use addresses periodically to contact project partners regarding SWCD initiatives. 2. PROJECT LOCATION Address/City/Township Name 3930 Rahn Rd. Eagan, MN /4 section Section Township Range 3. PROJECT DESCRIPTION, PLAN SKETCHES, AND PHOTOS The project involves the installation of a stormwater retrofit bioretention basin near the exit driveway of Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church in Eagan. The bioretention basin will capture stormwater runoff and reduce pollutant and stormwater volume discharge to the Minnesota River. This project was prioritized through an assessment of the overall property for it's cost effectiveness. The project will be a collaboration with the Dakota County SWCD, City of Eagan, and Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church congregation members. Application Attachments: 1. Application Factsheet 2. Project Plans and Details 3. Contractor and SWCD Project Cost Estimate 4. Subwatershed Analysis Worksheet 5. Urban Cost Share Program Contract with Operation and Maintenance Plan 4. LIST THE MAIN OUTCOME OR BENEFITS OF THE PROPOSED PROJECT Based on stormwater modeling calculations using WinSLAMM, the proposed project will reduce approximately 354 lbs/yr of sediment and 0.79 lbs/yr of phoshorus will be prevented from entering the Minnesota River annually. Additionally, 27,446 cubic feet/yr of water will be infiltrated to replenish aquifers and maintain baseflow. In addition to the water quality beneifts, the project serves as an educational tool for the congregation members and community to build public awareness of stormwater and water quality issues. 5. BUDGET SUMMARY AND REQUESTED AMOUNT (See attached cost estimate for details) Total Estimated Project Value is: $32, Funding Amount Requested From District is: $24, Value of Match Provided by Applicant is: $8, Other: $ OTHER FUNDING SOURCES 75.0% 25.0% 0.0% State EQIP/USDA Watershed Other 7. COLLABORATORS - PRINCIPAL CONTACT NAMES AND PHONE NUMBERS Collaborator Contact Person Role Phone/Fax Mt. Calvary NaDyne Glidden Administrator City of Eagan Gregg Thompson Water Resources Specialist Dakota SWCD Joe Barten Resource Conservationist Public Outreach: Are you willing to allow a small sign to be placed near the project and site visits? x Yes No 9. Operation and Maintenance: Are you willing to follow an Operation and Maintenance Plan prepared by the SWCD at your own expense? x Yes No I certify that to the best of my knowledge and belief that the information contained in this application is true, complete and accurate Signature of Applicant/Contact Date Signature of Property Owner(s) Date

17 DAKOTA COUNTY SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT Request for Board Action Roll Call Vote Meeting Date: 7/7/2016 Prepared by: Curt Coudron PURPOSE/ACTION REQUESTED: Authorization to execute contract with Rehder and Associates for construction administration on a streambank stabilization project located at Dakota County Miesville Ravine Park Reserve. SUMMARY: Engineered plans are being finalized for the stabilizing a section of streambank on Trout Brook within Miesville Ravine Park that was damaged during the floods of 2012 and has continued to erode into an existing parking lot. Engineered plans are required for the project because the project exceeds the technical approval authority levels assigned by NRCS. Rehder and Associates are finalizing the plans and construction documents through a separate contract with the SWCD that was approved on December 3, Dakota County is planning to install the project using existing staff and equipment. Construction administration services are needed during the installation phase and for final engineered approval at the completion of the project. Rehder and Associates was asked to submit a proposal for construction administration services based on their involvement with the design of the project. The total cost estimate provided for construction administration services is $2,750 plus reimbursables. Staff is seeking authorization to execute a contract with Rehder and Associates at a cost not to exceed $3,000. EXPLANATION OF FISCAL/FTE IMPACT: Engineering funds for the project are available through a FY12 BWSR Flood Relief Grant. Supporting Documents: Previous Board Action: Proposal from Rehder and Associates for Construction Administration Motion on 12/3/15 Authorization to enter into contract with Rehder and Associates for design and construction documents

18 Rehder & Associates, Inc. Civil Engineers, Planners & Land Surveyors June 22, 2016 Curt Coudron, CPESC, Senior Resource Conservationist Dakota County Soil & Water Conservation District th Street West, Suite 102 Farmington, MN RE: Trout Brook Stream Bank Stabilization, Miesville Ravine Park Reserve, Construction Administration Proposal Dear Mr. Coudron, We are currently engaged in the design work for the above referenced Trout Brook project. Our previous proposal covered the full design of the project through construction documents, which would include plans, details and specifications. The purpose of this proposal is to outline our understanding and possible involvement in the construction administration phase. As you are aware, we have provided similar services for the ravine stabilization projects we designed at Miesville Ravine Park Reserve in 2013 and Because the plan is now to have County Forces executed the construction, we would recommend the following, more limited, scope of services: Be present for a pre construction kick off meeting Review product submittals Be available during construction for phone consultation on any issues Make two site visits during construction to address particular concerns or generally assess progress and conformance with the plans and specifications Document proposed changes to the plans for agency review Make one site visit to close out the project As with the Miesville Ravine projects, we would anticipate that the day to day construction observation would be handled by County staff and our on site involvement would be limited, as outlined above Federal Drive, Suite 110 Eagan, Minnesota Fax: info@rehder.com

19 Billed at our current hourly rates of $95/hour to $135/hour, we anticipate a total fee not to exceed $2, plus reimbursables (reimbursables are estimated to be $ to $200.00) for the work outlined above. Thank you again for the opportunity to propose on this project. Cordially, Benton G. Ford, P.E. Rehder & Associates, Inc. Civil Engineers, Planners & Land Surveyors 3440 Federal Drive, Suite 110 Eagan, Minnesota Fax: info@rehder.com

20 DAKOTA COUNTY SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT Request for Board Action Voice Vote Meeting Date: 7/7/2016 Prepared by: Brian Watson PURPOSE/ACTION REQUESTED: Adopt resolution accepting certain Wetland Conservation Act (WCA) responsibilities from the City of South St. Paul SUMMARY: The City of South St. Paul Board passed a resolution at their June 6, 2016 meeting to delegate its decision and administrative authority to the SWCD for the following WCA purposes: Official Listing as WCA Contact Wetland Boundary ant Type Decisions No Loss Decisions Exemption Decisions Providing State Required Annual Reports. With adoption of this resolution, the SWCD would perform this role for all 13 Dakota County townships and two cities (Inver Grove Heights and South St. Paul). EXPLANATION OF FISCAL/FTE IMPACT: It is anticipated that approximately 25 staff hours per year will be required under this delegation agreement. Staff costs to administer the program will be derived from a BWSR Natural Resource Block grant that Dakota County receives and transfers to the SWCD annually, and from application fees established annually by the SWCD Board. Supporting Documents: Resolution from South St. Paul delegating certain WCA authorities Draft Dakota SWCD Resolution accepting certain WCA authorities Previous Board Action: None

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23 A RESOLUTION REGARDING ADMINISTRATION OF THE MINNESOTA WETLAND CONSERVATION ACT OF 1991 WHEREAS, the Minnesota Wetland Conservation Act of 1991 (WCA) requires local government units (LGUs) to implement this law by adopting the rules and regulations promulgated by the Board of Water and Soil Resources (BWSR) pertaining to wetland draining, filling and excavation; and WHEREAS, the BWSR requests notification of an LGU s decision adopting or excepting administrative responsibility for another LGU in accordance with Minn. Rule 8420 which requires each local government unit of the State to acknowledge in writing to the BWSR that it is assuming its responsibilities under the Wetland Conservation Act; and WHEREAS, the LGU is responsible for following the WCA rules as stated in , Determining Local Government Unit; Duties. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE Dakota County Soil and Water Conservation District as delegated by the City of South St. Paul hereby accepts administrative responsibility as the LGU for the WCA within the legal boundaries of South St. Paul as of July 8, 2016 within the guidelines as set forth by WCA rules. ADOPTED: July 7, 2016 SIGNATURE : CHAIR, SWCD BOARD ATTESTED: July 7, 2016 BY:

24 DAKOTA COUNTY SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT Request for Board Action Voice Vote Meeting Date: 7/7/2016 Prepared by: Brian Watson PURPOSE/ACTION REQUESTED: Authorize the execution of an agreement with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) for conducting groundwater level monitoring services. SUMMARY: The DNR has provided a FY17 agreement to conduct ground water level measurements for the upcoming year. The term of the agreement is July 1, 2016 to June 30, The DNR has included 17 new wells to read but has reduced the number of readings on other wells. The work plan includes a total of 107 readings and payment to the SWCD would be $30 per reading which is the same amount as last year. The agreement includes a total amount not to exceed $3,210 but they do allow for an additional payment of $720 (24 additional readings) should more readings be requested by the DNR. Also, the DNR is moving to more automated well reading systems and there will be some training on use of the equipment once the agreement is executed. EXPLANATION OF FISCAL/FTE IMPACT: The revenue generated from this agreement has been incorporated into the 2016 staff work plan and will be included into the 2017 staff work plan. Supporting Documents: Previous Board Action: None