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CMP Part 3A. Environmental Protection Plan City of Orono Community Management Plan 2020-2040 Part 3A, Page 12 8. Secure the other benefits associated with the proper management of surface and groundwater. This plan is also consistent with the goals and policies of the Metropolitan Council’s 2040 Water Resources Management Policy Plan, and the goals, rules and management objectives of the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District (MCWD) with whom Orono partners in its management activities. Though intended to serve Orono until 2028, this plan may be periodically amended to remain current with local practices and policies and to maintain Orono’s compliance with MCWD rules and State of Minnesota laws and rules. NPDES Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Permit Since 2003 Orono has operated its stormwater management program under a permit issued by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA). This permit is called the Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems (MS4) Permit and authorizes Orono to discharge stormwater to waters of the state under certain conditions. This permit is included by reference. Under its permit coverage, Orono has implemented a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Program (SWPPP) to addresses the MS4 Permits six minimum control measures, as listed below: 1. Public education 2. Public involvement 3. Illicit discharge detection and elimination 4. Construction site runoff control 5. Post-construction runoff control 6. Pollution prevention in municipal operations The City’s SWPPP contains several Best Management Practices within each of the listed control measures. These were identified using a self-evaluation and input process with City staff. Many of the goals and policies discussed in the SWMP are directly related to requirements listed in the NPDES program. As a result, the implementation section of this plan references items listed in the City’s SWPPP. Goals, Policies and Strategies The City of Orono highly values the natural resources within its jurisdiction and seeks to protect surface and groundwater storage systems, effectively manage expenditures to correct flooding and water quality problems, prevent erosion into surface waters, promote groundwater recharge, enhance wildlife habitats and water recreational facilities, and improve the water quality of all water resources. Therefore, the city established the following goals. Specific policies and implementation strategies are listed in the SWMP.