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I>ake Minnetonka shoreline. For situations where an existing house is removed and replaced, the new house is normally required to be in conformance to the /.oning regulations for structural coverage and impervious surface limitations. This can result in a reduction of imf>erviou.s surface on the property or impervious surfaces being moved further from the lakeshurc. In addition to replacement homes on the lakeshore, there were many more lakeshore remodeling projects. For house remodeling projects the City’s policy is to move toward closer adherence to the zoning regulations which may result in less impervious surface and impervious surface being moved further from the lakeshore. Erosion and drainage problems are also corrected during housing redevelopment projects. In summary Orono’s stringent zoning requirements continue to be an effective Best Management Practice for storm water runoff management. 'fhe City continued recycling, spring cleanup, and yard waste collection programs to reduce illicit discharges to the storm water system. One existing neighborhood was provided sanitary sewer service to eliminate non conforming septic systems. The City conducted inspections for 30 new and replacement septic systems and SSO inspections of existing septic systems to ensure satisfactory operation of septic systems and reduce illicit discharges. Hie Public Works Department completed annual inspections and servicing on 4S liO stations and cleaned approximately 10,000 lineal feet of sewer. 'ITie City has a SCADA system to provide notifleations for malfunctioning liH stations. Storm sewer system cleaning was also completed by Public Works A City project to construct a new storm sewer to divert stormwater that previously flowed down a steep hill into I^ke Minnetonka through a wooded wetland area before discharge into the lake was completed in 2004. Construction site inspections and correction of erosion problems were also completed in the past year. City staff is involved in a cooperative effort with other cities, Metro Watershed Partners, and the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District in developing cooperative educational programs to increase public awarcne.ss of storm water management i.ssues. Staff has also attended training sessions on erosion control and storm water management and golf course pesticide and herbicide u.se. fraining sessions were also attended for staff to maintain state certifications in various areas. A comprehensive safety training program and other programs on public works operation and maintenance were attended by public works personnel. COUNCIL AC TION REQUESTED: Conduct a Public Hearing to obtain comments on the City’s NPDRS Pha.se II Storm Water Permit Page 4 of 4 V