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CMP Part 3A. Environmental Protection Plan <br /> may be periodically amended to remain current with local practices and policies and to <br /> maintain Orono's compliance with MCWD rules and State of Minnesota laws and rules. <br /> NPDES Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Permit <br /> Since 2003 Orono has operated its stormwater management program under a permit issued <br /> by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA). This permit is called the Municipal <br /> Separate Storm Sewer Systems (MS4) Permit and authorizes Orono to discharge <br /> stormwater to waters of the state under certain conditions. Under its permit coverage, <br /> Orono has implemented a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Program(SWPPP)to addresses <br /> the MS4 Permits six minimum control measures, as listed below: <br /> 1. Public education <br /> 2. Public involvement <br /> 3. Illicit discharge detection and elimination <br /> 4. Construction site runoff control <br /> 5. Post-construction runoff control <br /> 6. Pollution prevention in municipal operations <br /> The City's SWPPP contains several Best Management Practices within each of the listed <br /> control measures.These were identified using a self-evaluation and input process with City <br /> staff. Many of the goals and policies discussed in the SWMP are directly related to <br /> requirements listed in the NPDES program.As a result,the implementation section of this <br /> plan references items listed in the City's SWPPP. Additional information regarding the <br /> City's SWPPP <br /> Goals,Policies and Strategies <br /> The City of Orono highly values the natural resources within its jurisdiction and seeks to <br /> protect surface and groundwater storage systems, effectively manage expenditures to <br /> correct flooding and water quality problems, prevent erosion into surface waters, promote <br /> groundwater recharge, enhance wildlife habitats and water recreational facilities, and <br /> improve the water quality of all water resources. Therefore, the city established the <br /> following goals. Specific policies and implementation strategies are listed in the SWMP. <br /> 1. Maintain or improve the physical, chemical, biological, and aesthetic condition of <br /> surface water resources. <br /> 2. Develop and implement plans as necessary to reduce pollutant loads for waters that do <br /> not meet Total Maximum Daily Loads (TMDLs) as approved by the EPA. Coordinate <br /> City efforts with applicable Implementation Plans as approved by the Minnesota <br /> Pollution Control Agency. <br /> City of Orono Community Management Plan 2020-2040 Part 3A, Page 13 <br />