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MCWD BoaiU McclmtJ 6/S/95 Counsel Smith noted that the suggestions now being made on behalf of Wahlfors are new. Panzer responded that the contractor is obligated to have a suitable site for material removed if the land owner does not want any of it. Lennes says his client docs not believe the sale of soil is as important as noted in the property appraisal. Smith pointed out the value of time on this project Construction should begin about 12/1 to 12/15. The bo.ird needs 120 days aliead of a 12/15 start to meet permit requirements Panzer noted the Corps of Engineers permit will take about four months to process. WTiile the project size is six acres, mitigation requires 12 acres Smith continued that a pond location cannot be accomplished further upstream, and an exhaustive inquiry with the MN DNR over a year's time determined that the scientific-dcsignated land to the south is not available. Manager LaBounty reminded the board of the condemnation proceedings which could take place while negotiations arc occuning for a possible solution. Condemnation was noted to take 90 days. The condemnation proceedings could stop whenever agreement is reached. Manager Love moved Manager LaBount}’ seconded that the board direct the attorney to approve initiation of condemnation proceedings . and that the attorney and engineer w ork w ith the Wahlfors and their attorney to seek a resolution short of a condemnation, and report back at the next meeting., VOTE. Roll call: Ayes - Bli.xt, Gross, Hartfiel, LaBounty, Love, Maple, Thomas; Nays - none; Motion carried unammously Lennes thanked the board for their time and indicated he would stay in touch GLEASON CREEK IMPROVEMENT PROJECT PHASE 2. Manager LaBounty called the managers' attention to a prcliminaiy Summary ’ of Project E.xpcnses. 1/1/94 through 5/31/95, for Gleason Creek Phase 2 which total $143,031.80. He noted that there are a few bills which have not been received. Tlie project was projected at a $200,000 budget. With projected bills the final figure should come in under $ 160,000. h is significant to note that the MCWD has closed out on the project. DNR representatives, managers and staff have viewed the work done on Phase I and Phase II. There were many positive comments. LaBounty invited questions. Manager BILxt asked if this closing out means the City of Wayzata financial issue is resolved. LaBounty responded that the project completion he is referring to is for Gleason Creek Phase 2, the financial question with the City of Wayzata on Gleason Lake Phase 1 is still pending. Manager Thomas offered his heartfelt thanks and congratulations on behalf of the Board for a job well done, the managers concurring unanimously. LaBounty offered his appreciation for the recognition. CHAIN OF LAKES IMPROVEMENT PROJECT. Panzer noted that the Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EAW) will be sent out June 9 to the list of agencies, cities, regulators and interested citizens. Permit requirements for the Twin Lakes park site are unsettled due to the road demolition material buned in the site. In talking with staff from the Hennepin County Solid Waste