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l( ii’ P • : population. The primary source of phosphorus is external loading, such as stormwater running into the lake and water entering the lake from a creek. By reducing phosphorus levels, the lake water quality should improve rapidly since it is estimated that the water in the lake turns over on a yearly basis. The goal should be to reduce the phosphorus level entering the lake, and to improve the oxygen level of the lake. (b) Tmpiftmentationr Public education was viewed as a primary component of this project. That is, reduction of fertilizer use, better maintenance of septic systems, and other such measures are very important. The City of Long Lake has expressed an interest in cooperating with the District in this effort. Initiating a street cleaning project in the City of Long Lake is a necessary step. Installation of an aeration system to increase oxygen levels was also recommended, as was the creation of certain detention basins to reduce the phosphorus load. The plan also calls for the construction of certain additional wetlands in the creek before it runs into the Lake. The DNR has indicated that they would be willing to provide a fisheries management plan on an "in-kind" basis. Finally, the project would include post-implementation monitoring. Staff indicates that the proposal must be submitted by October 31, in order to be considered for the 1992 budget. A resolution attached to these minutes as Exhibit A was moved by Manager Maple, seconded by Manager Lindley, authorizing the submission of the application. Upon vote, the motion carried. On October 1, 1991, the Plans and Programs Committee met to consider the LMCD's long-range plan for Lake Minnetonka. The comments of the District were communicated to the LMCD at an October 16, 1991, public hearing concerning the long-range plan. On October 8, 1991, the Plans and Programs Committee met to consider the Wayzata Stormwater Management Plan. The Plan generally conforms to the District‘s 509 Plan. However, the 509 Plan must be approved prior to any action by the District on the City's Stormwater Management Plan. The Committee also discussed the proposed project by the City of Wayzata to take over responsibility for certain portions of Cleason Creek, in order to more effectively manage stormwater. Violations Committee Manager Love reviewed the status of outstanding violations, and indicated that progress was being made in the resolution of a -7-<ia/i7/H)