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MCWD Board of Managers �� o <br /> Janua 12, 2010 � !� <br /> rY � <br /> Page 3 � �% <br /> U <br /> beyond the escrow to the property. If such a process is beyond the capacity of the <br /> District, cities should have the option of assuming this responsibility for individual lots. <br /> Regarding Rule F—Streambank and Shoreland Stabilization: <br /> The City supports the goal of maintaining or restoring shorelines and streambanks to their <br /> natural appearance and function as much as possible. We share your concerns about the <br /> impact of rip-rap on trees and the overall appearance of the lakeshore. We support the <br /> movement away from rip-rap as the conventional shoreline treatment. However we ask that <br /> the pf�ovision requiring floodplain mitigation for rip-rap not be adopted. <br /> As we understand it, this provision would necessitate re-grading of lakeshore areas. In areas <br /> with high shoreline banks, retaining walls would be required at the back edge of the <br /> excava�ion. All this is counter to the goal of maintaining the natural appearance of <br /> shorelines and streambanks. At a minimum, a study should be conducted on the physical <br /> feasibility and practicality of such a requirement. Further, for every property to which the <br /> rule would be applied, a detailed assessment should be completed of the physical and visual <br /> impacts to the shoreline as a result of such application in determining whether a permit <br /> should be issued. Note that such re-grading would likely require additional City approvals <br /> which in many cases would not be obtainable. <br /> We would appreciate the opportunity to meet with the Managers regarding the changes to Rules <br /> D and F, and to discuss the relationship between the Watershed District and the City. <br /> Respectfully submitted, <br /> City of Orono <br /> James M. White, Mayor <br /> cc: Lake Minnetonka Area Mayors <br />