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Page 1 of 1 <br /> Mike Gaffron <br /> From: jathometz@msn.com <br /> Sent: Monday, June 21, 2004 12:57 PM <br /> To: Mike Gaffron <br /> Subject: illegal hardcover in proctected shoreland area <br /> Dear Mr. Gaffron, <br /> Your efforts to maintain and improve the quality of the environment in Orono have always been <br /> appreciated. You most likely are already aware of the most recent occurrence of illegal grading <br /> and filling of a protected shoreland area within 75 ft. of Lake Minnetonka by Sandra Benson <br /> at 1376 Baldur Park Road. The affected area lies west of our driveway, adjacent to her property. <br /> A year ago, this natural green space was destroyed during the remodeling of the Benson <br /> residence. It was stipulated through Sgt. Erickson of the Orono Police Department, that the <br /> area would be returned to its natural state. However, after hours on Friday, ]une 18, a load of <br /> Class V roadway material was delivered to this area and Bobcat work was begun in an effort to <br /> create a parking area, constituting un-permitted hardcover. <br /> Not only is this aesthetically unpleasing, but the filling of this area will prevent our driveway from <br /> draining away from Lake Minnetonka as was recommended by the City Engineer. Our driveway <br /> was designed to drain into this natural area which serves as a silt retention basin, which in turn <br /> helps protect the water quality of the lake. <br /> Last year, the Bensons added a number of landscape boulders and boulder retaining walls without <br /> proper permits of which Matt Bolterman was made aware. This recent illegal attempt to create <br /> new hardcover should not be overlooked. Your efforts to ensure the removal of this illegal <br /> material would be greatly appreciated. <br /> Sincerely, <br /> Frederick Puzak <br /> 6/21/2004 <br />