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Letter to City of Orono March 18,1999 Page 2 over the next 20 years. It Is critical that the MCWD focus on managing the future of t -i watershed as well as looking at its present needs. The MCWD has to work on: • Building trust with the watershed cities. Partnerships need to be made with each city to review development plans and anticipate impacts on the watershed. • Reduce emphasis on rulemaking and enforcement. Rulemaking should only be used where federal, state, county or city laws or ordinances are not sufficient. It would be better to work with other government units to influence modification of existing laws rather than create new rules. • Develop plans In concert with other government units. County and State planning departments have strict requirements regarding construction of water quality structures as part of their projects. The MCWD should be looking at possibilities for joint ventures instead of having sole ownership of orojects. • Develop a five and fifteen-year management plan based on consistent criteria. The watershed has to adopt unbiased criteria for selecting projects to fund and the plan should be followed. The MCWD should seek City and County concurrence prior to adopting the plan. • Consider other issues affecting the watershed. Milfoil now inhabits every lake in the watershed. It is a serious issue that needs attention. Zebra mussel infestation is on the horizon and its impact is uncertain. The MCWD needs to work with other government units to address these problems. Once again, I hope I can count on your support. With my professional background as a civil engineer dealing with environmental issues, I can help shape the direction of the MCWD to meet its future challenges. I would be glad to meet with you or address the Ciiy Council at your convenience. If you have any questions about anything, please feel free to call me at 330-6939. Sincerely, C. Scott Thomas. Attachment; Resume 4 ~r^ ■