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MINNEHAHA CREEK WATERSHED DISTRICT <br /> ,���; <br /> QUALITY OF WATER � x'�`- QUALITY OF LIFE <br /> Memorandum <br /> The Minrmhaha Creek <br /> DATE: November 18, 2010 <br /> W����'�'`' TO: Sean Tierney <br /> committed to a leadershi�� CC: Melanie Curtis, City of Orono Planning and 'Zoning Coordinator <br /> FROM: Catherine Bach, MCWD District Technician <br /> role in protectir�:i. Luke Schwitzer, MCWD Compliance Officer <br /> RE: Wetland fill at 3950 North Shore Dr. <br /> improving and managiny <br /> the surface waters a;�::! On October 26, 20]0, Minnehaha Creek Watershed District (MCWD) staff received your <br /> after-the-fact erosion control permit application fo�• grading activity at the above mentioned <br /> affiliated groundwat��,r address. Tht•ough our review process combined with coordination with the City of Ocono, we <br /> have identified the likelihood of a MCWD Wetland Protection Rule and Wetland <br /> resources within thr Conservation Act(WCA)violation. The findings are summarized as follows: <br /> District,inciuding thei� <br /> — A wetland at the southeast corner of the 3950 Noi�th Shore Dr. parcel was filled <br /> relafioriships to t�r- dui•ing the recent grading activity that took place in October 2010. <br /> ecosystems of whi�l, To avoid further enforcement action, stop all work on the project effective immediately (see <br /> tt�ey are an integral par;. enclosed Stop Work Order), and complete the actions requii•ed below by the deadlines as <br /> specified. <br /> fNe achieve our missicn <br /> — Remove all fill material and restore the area to its original contours (per the <br /> through regulatic, 10/7/2010 survey) by December 3, 2010. You must ensure that erosion control <br /> capitat projec�� measures (i.e. perimeter control) are still in place and effective tlu•oughout this <br /> process. <br /> education,cooperati:-�- — Install tempora�y soil stabilization (i.e. mulch, sti•aw blanket) to e�posed areas by <br /> December 3,2010. <br /> endeavors,and ott��;�: — Ensure that the wetland area is reseeded with a seed mix approved by the Board of <br /> programs based on Water and Soil Resources. MCWD staff will review the site upon restoration of the <br /> grade and will be able to recommend a seed mix at that time. <br /> sound science, <br /> Formal enforcement action to which a permittee may be subject for permit violations <br /> in�vative thinking, an includes issuance of fu�rther stop work orders, fees for additional inspections and legal costs, <br /> informed and engaged and possible criminal misdemeanor prosecution. Working without a permit where one is <br /> required is in violation of MCWD Rules and is a misdemeanor subject to penalty by law. To <br /> constituency,and the access MCWD Rules, please go to our web site at w��v.minnehahacreek.or�. If you have <br /> cost effective use of <br /> additional questions please call me at(952) 641-4505. <br /> pubtic fi,nds. Sincerely, <br /> � <br /> Catherine Bach Luke Schwitzer <br /> Dist��ict Technician Compliance Officer <br /> 18202 Minnetonka Boulevard, Deephaven, MN 55391 •Office: (952)471-0590• Fax: (952) 471-0682 • www.minnehahacreek.org <br />