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access point, the use of the site remains the same. The county does not regulate or prohibit commercial <br />users. Conservation districts, the DNR, and cities share responsibilities for regulating launch and boat <br />activity on public waters. In lieu of the vertical access point, an accessible picnic and viewing area will be <br />provided. <br />Landscape <br />Landscaping was designed around sustainability and ease of maintenance. Bee lawns will surround both <br />sides of the site entrance. A strip of prairie will run adjacent to County Road 51. Trees, shrubs, and <br />perennials will line the water's edge. Existing invasive trees and shrubs will be cleared and grubbed. The <br />tree buffer along the western edge of the site will be restored. The county's forestry department will assist <br />with the selection of appropriate trees to plant for the buffer restoration. <br />Site Lighting <br />Lighting will be kept to a minimum. The county received input from Starry Skies North on how to reduce <br />light pollution. A total of five, single fixtured, 20 feet high, light poles will be installed. Additionally, five <br />light bollards will be placed along the northern fishing area. Lights will turn on one hour before sunset, <br />dim to half intensity after 10 PM, and turn off at sunrise. A warmer color temperature will be used <br />throughout the site. <br />Waste Receptacles <br />The county will encourage users to use the 'pack it in, pack it out' method of waste disposal. A dumpster <br />will not be provided due to the gross misuse of the existing dumpster. Waste and recycling receptacles <br />will be provided at the fishing area. <br />Minnehaha Creek Watershed District (MCWD) <br />Conversations with the MCWD are ongoing. The accessible fishing platforms will be revised to avoid being <br />considered a retaining wall. The stormwater management design will be adjusted due to the high <br />groundwater. A No -Loss Wetland Conservation Act (WCA) application will be submitted due to the <br />existing incidental wetlands. <br />Lake Minnetonka Conservation District (LMCD) <br />Conversations with the LMCD are ongoing. The LMCD Code requires a Municipal Launch License. The <br />licensing process varies, with some being administrative and some requiring a public hearing. The LMCD <br />Legal Counsel will confirm the process required. The county will continue to work with the LMCD to <br />resolve the licensing. <br />Easement Vacations <br />As part of the project, the county seeks to vacate the alley that bisects the site and one-half of Cherry <br />Avenue that will accrue and be incorporated into the site. As a public access area, the vacations will not <br />adversely affect the public's use and enjoyment of the site. <br />Hennepin County Facility Services <br />300 South Sixth Street, Minneapolis, MN 55487 <br />