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cm OF MOUND <br />PRESENTATION FOR LMCD <br />LAKE MANAGEMENT PLAN PUBLIC HEARING <br />CITT OF MINNETONKA, MINNESOTA <br />JUNE 6, 1990 - 7 PM <br />INTROOUCTIOI <br />It la the poaltion of the City of Mound that the LMCD oust <br />continue to be the agency for the nanageoent of the surface uae <br />of Lake Minnetonka. The Lake Nanageoent Plan that haa been <br />developed by Arndorfer and Aasoclatea, in cooperation with the <br />LMCD Board of Directors, various cooolttees, staff and other <br />agencies demonstrates a sincere effort In analyzing the problems <br />and issues facing the LMCD and its 14 member cities. This plan <br />Is essential to managing the future of Lake Minnetonka and the <br />surrounding communities. <br />Over the years, the LMCD has been effective within Its limited <br />authority. The long term plan calls for some changes In Its <br />structure that Includes giving It the ability to be a stronger <br />taxing authority. The City of Mound believes that If such <br />authority Is granted, members should be elected by the people <br />that they are taxing rather than the current system of <br />appointments. <br />SPECIFIC ISSUES <br />1. The City of Mound applauds the LMCD for Its efforts to fight <br />the Eurasian Water Milfoil problem In Lake Minnetonka. This <br />effort la an example of the LMCD's interest In protecting <br />the environment. The City of Mound encourages the LMCD to <br />continue to take a strong stance on the environment. <br />2. The City of Mound believes that land use regulations should <br />remain under city control. <br />3* The City of Mound Is against programs to reduce, and <br />ultimately eliminate, grandfathering at municipal and <br />homeowner association docks. It Is the position of the City <br />that It has Itself 400<«> Commons Docks which are maintained <br />for the benefit of all residents of the City. <br />1