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MINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday, October 12, 2009 7:00 o’clock p.m. _____________________________________________________________________________________ Page 2 of 16 (4. RALPH KEMPF, PLANNING COMMISSION – RESOLUTION NO. 5867, Continued) Kempf thanked the City Council for allowing him the opportunity to serve on the Planning Commission and commended the commitment the Commissioners bring to the planning and preservation of the city. Kempf also commended the Planning Staff for the advice and assistance they have given to the Planning Commission over the years. LMCD – ANDREW McDERMOTT, REPRESENTATIVE McDermott reported that the LMCD has cancelled the last two meetings and that there have been very few variance requests in the last month. McDermott noted Lake Minnetonka was approximately six inches lower than average at the end of the summer. As it relates to LMCD’s strategic planning, their vision is to protect and preserve Lake Minnetonka, with the following eight objectives being identified to address over the coming year: One, reduce the level and impact of aquatic species; two, prevent the introduction of new aquatic species; three, ensure that the LMCD ordinances and policies are relevant and enforceable; four, maintain a strong financial foundation; five, promote public access of Lake Minnetonka; six, ensure that Lake Minnetonka is safe for boaters and swimmers; seven, improve awareness of what the LMCD’s mission and goals are; and eight, to protect the lake’s ecosystem. McDermott noted the last objective is fairly new. Murphy asked what progress has been made on the rental of docks at private residences. McDermott indicated that issue is being reviewed by the LMCD’s attorney to determine which properties should be prosecuted. Letters have been sent to second year violators, and that this issue will likely be discussed at their meeting on Wednesday. McMillan asked whether any boat density studies were done this past summer. McDermott indicated the LMCD suspended the boat density studies for the foreseeable future in an effort to save costs. The shoreline count is still being done and will be completed next year. McMillan asked what the safety has been like on the lake this year. McDermott indicated it was about the same as in prior years, with DUIs being slightly higher. PLANNING COMMISSION COMMENTS – DENISE LESKINEN, REPRESENTATIVE Leskinen stated she had nothing to report but would be available for questions. PUBLIC COMMENTS None Item #02 - CC Agenda - 10/26/09 Approval of Council Minutes 10/12/09 [Page 2 of 16]