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2021-04-26 EC Agenda Packet7800 Golden Valley Road I Golden Valley, WIN 55427 763-593-8027 � TTY 763-593-3968 1 763-593-8198 (fax) I www.goldenvalleymn.gov Environmental Commission REGULAR MEETING AGENDA city of goldvall� Y April 26, 2021— 6:30 pm This meeting will be held via Cisco Webex in accordance with the local emergency declaration made by the City under Minn. Stat. § 12.37. The public may monitor this meeting by calling 1-415-655- 0001 and entering the meeting code 177 393 4642. For technical assistance, please contact support staff at 763-593-8007 or webexsupport@goldenvalleymn.gov. If you incur costs to call into the meeting, you may submit the costs to the City for reimbursement consideration. Additional information about for monitoring electronic meetings is available on the City website. 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Approval of Agenda 4. Approval of March 22, 2021 Regular Meeting Minutes (5 min) 5. Old Business A. EC/HRC Environmental Justice Collaboration (15 min) B. Hennepin County Climate Action Plan (15 min) C. 2020 Annual Report and 2021 Work Plan (10 min) 6. New Business A. Stormwater Permit & Program (20 min) B. Program/Project Updates (20 min) i. DeCola Ponds SEA School-Wildwood Park Flood Reduction Study ii. Medley Park Stormwater Improvements Study C. Council Updates (5 min) D. Other Business i. May meeting — election of chair & vice chair; bylaws; re -orientation 7. Adjournment This document is available in alternate formats upon a 72-hour request. Please call 763-593-8006 (TTY: 763-593-3968) to make a request. Examples of alternate formats may include large print, electronic, Braille, audiocassette, etc. 7800 Golden Valley Road I Golden Valley, MN 55427 763-593-8027 � TTY 763-593-3968 1 763-593-8198 (fax) I www.goldenvalleymn.gov Environmental Commission REGULAR MEETING MINUTES city of go ldvall� Y March 22, 2021— 6:30 pm This meeting will be held via Cisco Webex in accordance with the local emergency declaration made by the City under Minn. Stat. § 12.37. The public may monitor this meeting by calling 1-415-655- 0001 and entering the meeting code 177 393 4642. For technical assistance, please contact support staff at 763-593-8007 or webexsupport@goldenvalleymn.gov. If you incur costs to call into the meeting, you may submit the costs to the City for reimbursement consideration. Additional information about for monitoring electronic meetings is available on the City website. 1. Call to Order The meeting was called to order by Chair Seys at 6:30. 2. Roll Call Commissioners present: Scott Seys, Debra Yahle, Tonia Galonska, Jim Stremel, Dawn Hill, Shannon Hansen, Wendy Weirich, Felix Fettig Commissioners absent: None Council Members present: Larry Fonnest Staff present: Eric Eckman, Environmental Resources Supervisor; Drew Chirpich, Environmental Specialist; Story Schwantes, Green Corp Member; Carrie Nelson, Administrative Assistant. 3. Approval of Agenda MOTION by Commissioner Hill, seconded by Commissioner Galonska to approve the agenda for March 22, 2021 and the motion carried. 4. Approval of February 22, 2021 Regular Meeting Minutes MOTION by Commissioner Weirich, seconded by Commissioner Stremel to approve the minutes of February 22, 2021 as submitted and the motion carried. 5. Old Business A. EC/HRC Environmental Justice Collaboration i. Possible joint community event on September 11. Maybe tied in with the Run the Valley event? ii. Possibly do a joint commission meeting? B. Partners in Energy — Energy Action Plan MOTION by Commissioner Hill, seconded by Commissioner Weirich as a resolution in support of the Energy Action Plan and the motion carried. i. Change wording in the plan to make clearer the goal of Reducing Energy Burden and how that's accomplished. This document is available in alternate formats upon a 72-hour request. Please call 763-593-8006 (TTY: 763-593-3968) to make a request. Examples of alternate formats may include large print, electronic, Braille, audiocassette, etc. 6 City of Golden Valley Environmental Commission Regular Meeting March 22, 2020 — 6:30 pm 1. Done through Xcel and State Programs, Home Energy Squad, and Programs through Xcel and CenterPoint. Finding people, and then connecting them with resources/programs. ii. Be sure to add the map on page 26. iii. Table 3: Define the programs more to include programs we want to pitch. iv. The PIE project team will be there to help with the roll -out of this program and help with education, community engagement, and marketing for 18 months. v. Pictures in the Plan: 1. Add more diversity. 2. Change the picture of the bandshell on the cover to a picture of the farmers market if possible. 3. Change the picture on page 38 to a picture of the City Council. vi. Senior City staff will be looking at the plan, including the City's Equity and Inclusion Manager. C. Recycling and Organics Update i. The RFP was issued on Feb 1, 2021 and 4 companies responded — H Curbside Waste — Organics Only Republic Services — Both Recycling and Organics .� a. Submitted an alternate recycling proposal that is a fixed rate model, with fixed annual adjustments for 5 years with no processing fee or revenue share with the City. Vierkant Disposal — Organics Only West Central Sanitation — Both Recycling and Organics a. Submitted an alternate recycling proposal with a per household disposal fee on top of the household collection fee, a different revenue sharing formula that results in a negative revenue share, and a plan to divide the city into 4 districts instead of 2. ii. The RFP Required each company to: 1. Provide bi-weekly recycling collection and weekly organics collection for all customers, parks, and city campuses. 2. Revenue sharing with no negative credit to the City. a. The commodity value of recycled material has decreased so there has been little to no revenue sharing. Because of this, the companies bidding for the recycling portion included some form of market rate adjustment or an alternate proposal. iii. Bidders could submit alternate plans if they wanted to. City of Golden Valley Environmental Commission Regular Meeting 3 March 22, 2020 — 6:30 pm Residential Recycling and Organics Recycling Contractor's 2022 Proposed Price per Household per Month Recycling Organics 2022 Total Current Recycling $3.87 NA Contract (2021) Curbside Waste NA $10.50 Republic Services $4.80 $5.00 $9.80 (with full organics roll -out) Republic Services $4.80 $4.00 $8.80 (with targeted organics roll -out) Vierkant Disposal NA $6.42 (with full organics roll -out) Vierkant Disposal NA $6.05 (with targeted organics roll -out) West Central $3.90 $5.93 $9.83 Sanitation Note: Actual household recycling fees charged to residents are higher than the contractor's price per household per month listed above. Fees charged to residents also support other recycling programs (spring brush pick-up, fall leaf drop off, mighty tidy day, etc), education, supplies, staffing, and administration. Beginning in April 2021, the household recycling fee charged to residents will be approximately $5.66 per month ($17/quarter). iv. A team of City staff reviewed the proposals and recommended going with Republic Services, with full organics roll -out. v. Award of contract is scheduled for May/June 2021 — major education to follow. Services are scheduled to begin January 2022. vi. Input from Questions: 1. Could we do a full roll -out with the option for people to opt -out prior to the cart being delivered (as opposed to opting out after the cart is delivered requiring the need for it to be picked up) with the understanding they still have to pay? 2. Can we have a delayed delivery for the snow -birds? 3. Allow for bins to be kept outside and visible from street (maggot problems in the summer!). Requires code change supported by property maintenance staff and community input in 2020. 4. Look into back -hauling of compost so people can see what the organics turn into and close the loop. Brings value and an education opportunity. City of Golden Valley Environmental Commission Regular Meeting 4 March 22, 2020 — 6:30 pm D. 2020 Annual Report and 2021 Work Plan MOTION by Commissioner Stremel, seconded by Commissioner Hansen to approve the 2020 Annual Report and 2021 Work Plan and the motion carried with the following changes. i. Add to the Work Plan: Study what staffing resources are needed to work on the planned items and provide justification for increased staffing for the environmental staff team to ensure adequate resources for the plans in place. ii. Move bullet point two from the Climate Justice and Environmental Justice section of the 2021 Work Plan to the Partners in Energy section. iii. Remove the two possible items at the end of the 2021 Work Plan. 6. New Business A. Council Updates i. None B. Other Business i. None 7. Adjournment MOTION by Commissioner Fettig, seconded by Commissioner Galonska to adjourn the meeting at 8:53 pm and the motion carried. ATTEST: Carrie Nelson, Administrative Assistant Scott Seys, Chair try of goldeno-gleir valley Date: April 23, 2021 MEMORANDUM Physical Development Department 763-593-8030 / 763-593-3988 (fax) To: Environmental Commission From: Eric Eckman, Environmental Resources Supervisor Subject: Environmental Justice Collaboration The Environmental Commission's 2021 work plan includes working collaboratively with the Human Rights Commission to address the issue of environmental justice and more specifically climate justice in our community. Data show that people most impacted by climate change contribute the least to greenhouse gas emissions and climate change. More information about our existing disparities and climate vulnerabilities can be found at: The Minnesota Equity Blueprint Hennepin County Climate Action Plan City's Resilience and Sustainability Plan City's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion webpage The following maps and resources highlight the existing disparities and climate vulnerabilities and provide visual aid. Just Deeds Project Mapping Prejudice (U of MN layer showing racial covenants and deed restrictions by parcel) Emergency Expense Risk Index (This layer shows the risk that households within an area would not be able to afford a $400 emergency expense. This is EERI 2017 data shown by census block group.) Senior Well -Being (Percent of Population that is 65 Years and Over by census tract 2014-2018) Limited Ability to Speak English (2011-2015 data by census tract. Type zip code into search box) The 2021 work plan includes the following action item: Climate Justice and Environmental Justice Continue to partner with the Human Rights Commission on a joint project, event, or speaker/conversation. Collaboration may include: GAEnvironmental Commission\Memos • sponsoring one "green" infrastructure project in an area of the City with inequities of trees, green space, and natural amenities • enhancing one existing community or neighborhood event by planting trees, vegetation, or a garden in an area of the City with inequities of trees, green space, and natural amenities • hosting at least one speaker or community conversation on climate justice and environmental justice focusing on disparate impacts, adaptation, and resilience with respect to vulnerable populations, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color As a reminder, the high-level plan developed by the EC/HRC subcommittee in 2020 includes a three -pronged approach with lead and support outlined roles for each commission: 1. Community Education and Outreach — project, event, or speaker/conversation on climate justice on or near September 11 National Day of Service. The HRC is taking the lead and the EC will help plan, sponsor/host, and contribute resources. 2. Mapping and Data Analysis — understand and visualize disparities and inequities with respect to green amenities and environmental resources, and show where partnership, investment, and service events could occur. The EC is taking the lead with input from HRC. 3. Community Service Event — Plant trees and other vegetation, install rain garden, community garden, pollinator habitat/food plot. This could occur in 2020, but due to limitations surrounding COVID, and to allow time to build relationships and partnerships, this may occur in 2021. The HRC is taking the lead and the EC will help plan, sponsor/host, and contribute resources. Based on the subcommittee's plan, the EC developed maps identifying social and environmental factors that may contribute to people in Golden Valley experiencing inequities with respect to trees, green space, and natural amenities in their neighborhoods. Those original factors included average home value, age of home, renter occupied, NOAH properties, percent 65 and older, non- white population, percent impervious cover, percent tree canopy, presence of public (street) trees, distance from pedestrian facility, and presence of floodplain. These factors were prioritized and weighted by the subcommittee and are reflected in the final maps (shared at the October 2020 EC meeting). Staff has recently become aware of an additional environmental factor (air quality) that could be considered as the subcommittee explores priority areas for partnership, investment, and service projects in 2021 and beyond. Attached are updated versions of the maps developed by the EC in 2020 for your review and comment. These maps will also be shared with the subcommittee. The EC/HRC subcommittee has continued to discuss collaborative efforts for 2021. Chair Seys will share an update on these efforts and look for additional guidance and input from the Commission. 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LOUIS PARK I U II 0 c. d z W. r F U City 0f olden valley Potential Inequities with respect to Trees, Green Space, and Natural Amenities Weighting of Factors 0.0 - 20.0 20.1 - 40.0 40.1 - 60.0 60.1 - 80.0 Factors are weighted as: Social Factors 25% Affordable Housing 25% Lower Home Values 25% Higher rentership Environmental Factors 8.3% Less Tree Canopy 8.3% More Impervious Surface 8.3% Greater Air Pollution Print Date: 412212021 Sources: e -Hennepin County Surveyors Office for Property Lines (2021). -City of Golden Valley for all other layers. 0 900 1,800 3,600 Feet city of go ldn� valley Date: April 23, 2021 MEMORANDUM Physical Development Department 763-593-8030 / 763-593-3988 (fax) To: Environmental Commission From: Eric Eckman, Environmental Resources Supervisor Subject: Hennepin County Climate Action Plan Hennepin County is developing a Climate Action Plan with aggressive goals and strategies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, adapt to our changing climate, and ensure a more equitable and resilient community. The latest plan can be viewed here. Latest update from the County's webpage: Updates as of April 20, 2021: Board action aims to achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 On Tuesday, April 20, the Hennepin County Board of Commissioners updated the county's goals to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050, with an interim goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 45% from 2010 levels by 2030. These emission reduction goals apply to both the geographic area of the county and county operations. These goals are more ambitious than the State of Minnesota's goals and position Hennepin County as a leader on addressing climate change in the upper Midwest. The board also established a new director position of Climate and Resiliency. This position will be critical to implementing and integrating the countywide framework laid out in the Climate Action Plan. Timeline toward board adoption of the Climate Action Plan The board is close to finalizing the first Hennepin County Climate Action Plan (PDF) that outlines the path forward to meeting the ambitious new greenhouse gas emission reduction goals. In addition to providing a framework for how the county will pursue initiatives to cut greenhouse gas emissions, the plan defines strategies to adapt to the changing climate to ensure a more equitable and resilient Hennepin County. GAEnvironmental Commission\Memos The plan will be considered by the board in committee meetings on Tuesday, April 27, and brought forward for final adoption in the following board meeting on Tuesday, May 4. The public is encouraged to share feedback on the latest changes made to the plan by: • To help develop your feedback, review the Climate Action Update published on Friday, April 9 that outlines the latest changes made to the plan. • You can also provide feedback on the plan with your county commissioner or participate in Open Forum ahead of the board meetings on Tuesday, April 27 and Tuesday, May 4. Learn more about the public participation process at board meetings. See attached update from Hennepin County for the latest significant changes to the plan. The Commission should come to the meeting with any questions or comments they may have and may consider making a motion in support of the plan if desired. Climate Action Update: New version of the Climate Action Plan available and timeline for board adoption Hennepin County sent this bulletin at 0410912021 11:45 AM CDT Thank you for sharing feedback on the draft Climate Action Plan New version of the plan available A new version of the Climate Action Plan (PDF) is now available. This version of the plan has been submitted to the Hennepin County Board of Commissioners for consideration and adoption. Learn more about the plan development process at hennepin.us/climateaction. Climate Action Plan Key findings and calls to action from the public comment period In February 2021, the county's draft Climate Action Plan was shared with the public, and the second phase of public engagement was held. Feedback was gathered through March 3 from community meetings, an online comment form, and a survey for public entity partners. Anyone interested in the county's response to climate change was encouraged to attend an online meeting or submit comments. Feedback was received from residents, representatives of community organizations and advocacy groups, and staff from state agencies, cities, and watershed districts. This public engagement process generated more than 1,000 ideas and comments that informed updates to the plan and will guide the county's climate action work going forward. Staff analyzed the feedback and created a report (PDF) summarizing the key findings and calls to action. The report and an Appendix (PDF) that included all of the verbatim comments was shared with county leadership and climate action teams to respond and suggest changes needed to the plan. Staff then made final revisions to the plan and submitted it to the board for consideration and adoption. Significant changes made in the plan The following are key changes that were made to the plan based on the feedback from the public and commissioners: • Set a more ambitious overall goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to net zero by 2050. • Added new strategies in the Goal: Enhance public safety to more clearly define the need to support a stronger energy infrastructure and disaster plans that support basic lifesaving resources. • Expanded on the strategies for protecting natural resources, using green infrastructure, planting and maintaining trees, and increasing carbon sequestration. • Made the following significant updates to the Goal: Reduce greenhouse gas emissions: • Defined stretch goals in a number of key metrics: • Carbon -free electricity in county operations by 2035 • Regional on -site solar goal of 10% by 2030 • Net zero county fleet by 2050 • Plant 1 million trees by 2030 • Acquire 6,000 additional acres of conservation easements by 2040 • Added a strategy to advance the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) goal of 20% reduction in vehicle miles traveled by 2050 by developing a more ambitious goal for Hennepin County that reflects our role in the state as a more densely populated county and also reflects rural, suburban, and urban contexts within the county. • Added a strategy to update the county's Complete Streets policy to develop a modal hierarchy framework that prioritizes transit, pedestrians, and bicyclists. • Added strategies to advance fuel -switching (building electrification) and getting to carbon -free electricity. • Added strategies to achieve zero -waste goals faster, including more specifics about organics recycling services, ways to reduce gaps in recycling service at multi -unit housing, and policy advocacy work. Staff also defined the county's position on the Hennepin Energy Recovery Center (HERC) and its role in mitigating climate change. • Expanded on carbon sequestration strategies to highlight opportunities both on county properties and in partnership with private landowners. More details on the key themes of the calls to action provided by the public and how staff addressed those items in the plan are outlined below. Timeline toward board adoption The Climate Action Plan will be considered in the Hennepin County Board of Commissioners Public Works Committee on April 13, and the board is anticipated to vote on plan adoption at the board meeting on April 20. Learn more about the public participation process at board meetings. See the section: Committee meetings and HRA - April 13, 2021, for how to watch the meetings online and record a comment to play during open forum. You can also share your feedback on the plan with your county commissioner. Public feedback results in meaningful changes in the climate action plan During the public comment process, we heard in many instances that we are generally on the right track, and the community supports us in taking bold and urgent action. We heard the community wants us to be more bold, more urgent, and more aggressive with our emission reduction strategies. We need to provide more specifics about how the work will be accomplished, and we need to establish metrics and reporting requirements to ensure accountability. We heard the importance of taking an intersectional approach to ensure our climate action plan responds to issues of racial and environmental justice, health, workforce development and other topics. The following statements are key findings from the public comment process, and the bullets summarize how the plan was changed based on public and commissioner feedback. Ensure the plan results in meaningful action that meets the urgency of the climate crisis • Provided more context in the introduction sections to more clearly communicate the urgency of addressing climate change and that humans are responsible for climate change pollution (pages 3 to 7). • Added stronger language acknowledging that the impacts of the climate crisis are not felt equally, making the response to climate change a justice issue that requires authentically engaging with communities, advancing efforts to dismantle systemic racism, and reducing disparities (throughout plan). Set bigger goals and define performance metrics, timelines, and responsibilities • Set a more ambitious overall goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to net zero by 2050, as well as an interim goal of 45% reduction by 2030 from a 2010 baseline (page 13). • Provided more context on what is next in implementing the plan to demonstrate our commitment to advancing the work after plan adoption (page 11). • Included the assumptions behind the planning exercise that illustrates a path to net zero for the county (pages 82 to 91). Put greater emphasis on reducing greenhouse gas emissions Defined new stretch goals in several key metrics in the Goal: Reduce greenhouse gas emissions: • Carbon -free electricity in county operations by 2035 (page 49) • Regional on -site solar goal of 10% by 2030 (page 49) • Net zero county fleet by 2050 (page 54) • Plant 1 million trees by 2030 (page 61) • Acquire 6,000 additional acres of conservation easements by 2040 (page 61) Added more background context and strategies in the following focus areas: Buildings and energy use • Added background context (pages 45 to 47) and strategies to advance fuel - switching (or building electrification) and getting to carbon -free electricity (pages 48 and 49). • Added a strategy to advance energy efficiency and energy resilience investments where energy -cost burdens are greatest (page 49) • Defined the county's position on the Hennepin Energy Recovery Center (HERC) and its role in as a waste management facility, not as a solution to meeting renewable energy goals (page 47). Transportation • Added background context (pages 50 and 51) and new strategies to develop a plan by June 2022 to set a more ambitious goal to decrease vehicle miles traveled in support of MnDOT's goal and develop strategies to achieve it along with participating in MnDOT's Statewide Multimodal Plan in 2021 (page 52). • Added a strategy to update the county's Complete Streets policy to develop a modal hierarchy framework that prioritizes transit, pedestrians, and bicyclists in urban and suburban contexts. (page 52). • Added a strategy to reduce employee vehicle use for county business purposes. Waste and material use • Added background context (pages 56 and 57) and strategies to achieve zero - waste goals faster, including more specifics about organics recycling services, ways to reduce gaps in recycling service at multi -unit housing, and policy advocacy work (pages 58 and 59). • Further defined the county's position on the Hennepin Energy Recovery Center (HERC) and its role in mitigating climate change (pages 57). Carbon sequestration • Added background context on carbon capture technology and expanded strategies to highlight opportunities both on county properties and in partnership with private landowners. (pages 60 and 61). Elevate the role that natural resources play in addressing climate change • Renamed the third goal from "Protect building sites, roads, infrastructure and natural resources" to "Increase resilience of the built environment and protect natural resources" to more accurately describe this section. • Expanded strategies for protecting natural resources, managing water resources, using green infrastructure, planting and maintaining trees, and increasing carbon sequestration (pages 32 to 43). Ensure capacity to respond to natural disasters • Added new strategies in the Goal: Enhance public safety to more clearly define the need to support a stronger energy infrastructure and disaster plans that support basic lifesaving resources (page 30). Define the county's role, scope, and capacity • Provided additional background context to help readers understand the county's role, current authorities, and opportunities to influence others (throughout the plan). • Included a new section — 2021 and beyond (page 11) — to provide more context on what is next in implementing the plan. This includes: • Developing work plans with timelines, budgets, and responsibilities for the strategies identified in this plan. • Convening partners to further develop action plans for strategies, pursue collaborations for greater impact, and raise a collective voice for climate policy. • Developing a climate analysis framework, which builds on the Race Equity Impact Tool, that can be applied in budgets and planning work. This will be critical to advancing this work with tight budgets. Increase engagement to build community buy -in and trust • Established the county's new role in climate education to help our residents understand the impacts from climate change, help residents, businesses, and organizations take action, and build support for collective action that is necessary to drive systems change (page 26). • Defined how we will use the county's Race Equity Impact Tool to guide how we engage with community, particularly those most impacted by a policy, program, or budget decision, and ensure that we consider how the community may benefit or be burdened by those decisions (page 11). • Further defined the strategy to facilitate community involvement in measuring progress toward meeting the established goals to ensure accountability (page 64). • Added an appendix to show the alignment of the climate action strategies with the relevant disparity reduction domains (pages 78 to 81). city of go ldn� valley Date: April 23, 2021 MEMORANDUM Physical Development Department 763-593-8030 / 763-593-3988 (fax) To: Environmental Commission From: Eric Eckman, Environmental Resources Supervisor Subject: 2021 Work Plan (Final) As stated in its bylaws, the Commission is required to develop an annual work plan for review and approval by City Council. The work plan for 2021 is based upon the City's 2040 Comprehensive Plan, the Energy Action Plan, GreenStep Cities Program, Council legislative priorities, and the City's organizational priorities including its diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. Links to relevant documents: • Resilience and Sustainability Plan • Natural Resources Plan • Water Resources Plan • GreenStep Cities Step 4 & 5 actions, https://greenstep.pca.state.mn.us/best-practices • https://www.flipsnack.com/goldenvalleymn/legislative-priorities-2021/full-view.html • Organizational priorities and 2021 action steps • Energy Action Plan (Council consideration May 4, 2021; posted to website soon) Below is a schedule for development of the work plan. January Reviewed 2020 work plan and brought forth new ideas for 2021 February Additional idea generation and prioritization; Annual Joint Council - Commission Meeting March Review Draft 2020 Annual Report and 2021 Work Plan document (Commission must approve work plan for Council consideration) April 13 Chair Seys presents draft work plan to Council at its April 13 Council/Manager Meeting April 20 Council receives and files 2020Annual Report and 2021 Work Plan Attached is the final 2020Annual Report and 2021 Work Plan. The Council received and filed the report on April 20, 2021. The Commission is being asked to review the document and consider providing direction on the order in which items are discussed over the next year. GAEnvironmental Commission\Memos 71- IP` „�Y. '� _ ' ��" ate'"" :. � .`� "a,�`��'a: �_ ' 1 �i .. ' *� � � r •' - ago— �_`Ln 'i -� +� ♦�� > � r a * "ice• ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION 2020 ANNUAL REPORT AND 2021 WORK PLAN Golden Valley Environmental Commission 2020 Annual Report 2020 Environmental Commission Commissioners Scott Seys, Chair (2021) Debra Yahle, Vice -Chair (2022) Tonia Galonska (2022) Shannon Hansen (2023) Dawn Hill (2021) Jim Stremel (2023) Wendy Weirich (2023) Felix Fettig, Student (2021) Note: Terms run May 1-April 30 Council Liaison Larry Fonnest City Staff Eric Eckman, Environmental Resources Supervisor Drew Chirpich, Environmental Specialist Carrie Nelson, Engineering Assistant Story Schwantes, MN GreenCorps Member Purpose and Mission The Environmental Commission has been established to advise and make recommendations to the City Council in matters relating to and affecting the environment and human health. Golden Valley Environmental Commission 2020 Annual Report Table of Contents 2020 Accomplishments page 4 2021 Proposed Work Plan page 6 Golden Valley Environmental Commission 2020 Annual Report 2020 Accomplishments GreenStep Cities • Made additional progress toward Step 5 of the GreenStep Cities Program, including metrics and measures in the following topic areas: o buildings and lighting o renewable energy o land use o transportation and fleet o surface water o green buildings A link to the summary of Golden Valley's GreenStep Cities progress is located at https://greenstep.pca.state.mn.us/ citVInfo.cfm?ctu code=2394924 Solar panels on the roof of Fire Station 1 Energy Use • Helped guide and develop a Draft Energy Action Plan as part of Xcel Energy's Partners In Energy community collaboration program. • Received updates and provided feedback on Hennepin County's Climate Action Plan. • Summarized the City's energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions reductions to date. Pollinators • Developed pollinator habitat on two remnant City parcels on Douglas Drive, based on the site prioritization matrix created by the Commission in 2019. • Completed a public inventory of maintenance practices and chemicals applied on City properties as part of the City's resolution endorsing pollinator protection and promoting pollinator habitat. • Promoted numerous educational opportunities in cooperation with the Golden Valley Garden Club. Solid Waste, Recycling, And Organics • Explored options for organics recycling, and provided a recommendation to the City Council to implement a City -contracted organics recycling collection service. • Helped develop the Request For Proposals for Residential Curbside Recycling and Organics Recycling Services set to begin in 2022. Golden Valley Environmental Commission 2020 Annual Report Environmental Justice Formed a subcommittee with the Human Rights Commission members to work on community projects, events, and speakers. • Mapped and presented the inequities of trees, green space, and natural amenities in the City for Human Rights Commission review, analysis, and to identify opportunities for partnership and investment. • Co -hosted a speaker event on Climate Justice with the Human Rights Commission in January 2020. Natural Resources Management • Hosted an educational workshop on sustainable yards and pollinator habitat. • Supported the Pennsylvania Woods Habitat Restoration Project, made possible by a grant from the ILTAMI INT61nw]►1C14 Researched and made recommendation on the Temporary Use of Goats for Vegetation Management (proposed code change coming to Council in 2021). Resilience And Sustainability • Developed a list of environmental goals and considerations for inclusion in the Downtown Redevelopment Study. • Drafted an environmentally -focused density bonus policy for the medium density (R-3) zoning district. • Helped create a Green Building Guide to provide environmental education and resources to residents and builders proposing new construction and renovation projects in the City. • Continued to provide support and feedback on the City's flood reduction and mitigation efforts through its projects, programs, and participation in the FEMA Community Rating System. Golden Valley Environmental Commission 2020 Annual Report 2021 Proposed Work Plan Proposed work plan priorities for 2021 are based on goals in 2040 Comprehensive Plan (Resilience & Sustainability, Water Resources, and Parks & Natural Resources chapters), the GreenStep Cities Program, Council legislative priorities, the City's organizational priorities (including its diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives), and the Energy Action Plan, which is nearing completion. • Curbside Recycling and Organics Collection Help develop and implement the new recycling and organics program scheduled for launch in January 2022. • Xcel Energy's Partners In Energy Program Help guide and participate in implementation of the City's Energy Action Plan, including: o reducing the number of households experiencing energy cost burden by 20 households through identifying, communicating, and connecting people Xcel Energy® PARTNERS IN ENERGY An Xcel Enerov Communitv Collaboration with programs offered by utility companies and others o increasing participation in energy efficiency programs for residents and businesses o exploring options for promoting, supporting, and developing clean, renewable energy and electric vehicles and charging infrastructure o supporting state and local efforts to update building codes or standards that advance energy performance in buildings GreenStep Cities Step 5 Continue working on actions and metrics to address climate -related impacts, improve the environment, and reduce energy consumption and costs. o If awarded a MN GreenCorps Member in 2021-2022, work to complete GreenStep Cities actions related to Climate and Energy Action. Community Outreach Use the Commission's $3,500 budget toward one or more of the following efforts: EV charging station on the City Hall campus o host an educational workshop on planting for pollinators (approximately $1,400 for Metro Blooms Workshop) in May 2021 o explore and develop a partnership with local schools to deliver a student project, product, or service in the City o host an environmental art show/contest o sponsor a recognition program for native plantings or buckthorn removal o fund a joint project, event, or speaker/conversation with the Human Rights Commission Golden Valley Environmental Commission 2020 Annual Report • Climate Justice and Environmental Justice Continue to partner with the Human Rights Commission on a joint project, event, or speaker/conversation. Collaboration may include: o sponsoring one "green" infrastructure project in an area of the City with inequities of trees, green space, and natural amenities o enhancing one existing community or neighborhood event by planting trees, vegetation, or a garden in an area of the City with inequities of trees, green space, and natural amenities o hosting at least one speaker or community conversation on climate justice and environmental justice focusing on disparate impacts, adaptation, and resilience with respect to vulnerable populations, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color Zero -Waste Community Help the City host a zero -waste community event in 2021, potentially at the Golden Valley Farmer's Market. • Natural Resources Management Plan Continue to assist in implementation of the plan, including: o supporting habitat restoration in the Briarwood Nature Area in 2021-22 with DNR Grant funds o exploring ways to promote, improve, expand, and preserve remnant natural areas and open spaces in the City Downtown Redevelopment Study Continue to engage in environmental aspects of the study and plan. • Pollinators Complete actions listed in the City's Pollinator Protection resolution, such as: o developing more plots and habitat in the community, especially near underserved areas o increasing pollinator education and promotion of programs and grants (such as Lawns 2 Legumes) in cooperation with the Golden Valley Garden Club, using resources such as master gardeners and the University of Minnesota Bee Lab • Transportation: o support and contribute to the City's Bus Rapid Transit efforts along Hwy 55 o explore ways to reduce vehicle usage and expand transportation options in the City • Water Resources: o help update the City's Stormwater Management Photo by Susan Ramlet, Views Of The Valley 2020 Program and improve the City's stormwater assessment score in GreenStep Cities (as part of the City's permit requirements with MPCA) o look at long-range needs for stormwater storage, and consider how to use those needs to improve recreation and conservation • Resources Explore and understand the resources available and needed to implement the City's environmental goals, initiatives, plans, programs, and projects. try of goldeno-gleir valley Date: April 23, 2021 MEMORANDUM Physical Development Department 763-593-8030 / 763-593-3988 (fax) To: Environmental Commission From: Drew Chirpich, Environmental Specialist Subject: Stormwater Permit Reauthorization The City of Golden Valley has just resubmitted its MS4 (Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System) application with the MPCA. The MS4 Permit allows municipalities and other organizations to operate storm sewer systems, and outlines procedures and requirements for doing so, with an emphasis on keeping phosphorus and other pollutants out of sewer systems and waterbodies. The previous permit cycle ran from 2015-2019, and had two additional one-year extensions. The next permit cycle will run from 2020 to 2025. The new permit reauthorization is accompanied by additional requirements from the MPCA. MS4 communities now need to take additional measures to track and report all salt use in municipal operations, train staff on salt use, draft and integrate a pet waste ordinance, and educate the public more on topics pertaining to water quality. Staff will be working to integrate these and other new requirements into the City's SWPPP (Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan) and operations over the next 12 months. The City's MS4 application will be available for public comment via the MPCA website in the coming weeks. Please see the attached MS4 Permit Application for further details. Also attached is the City's GreenSteps Cities Stormwater Assessment. This assessment rates the City's performance in stormwater management and climate adaptation. Please review this document and look for any potential areas where you feel the City could potentially explore and improve its performance (and therefore score) while updating its stormwater program over the next 12 months to meet the MPCA's permit requirements. Commission members should come to the meeting with any comments or questions they have about the City's MS4 permit application and stormwater management program, and recommendations on areas where the City could potentially improve its performance. GAEnvironmental Commission\Memos M MINNESOTA POLLUTION MS4 Part 2 Permit Application CONTROL AGENCY 520 Lafayette Road North Authorization to discharge stormwater associated with St. Paul, MN 55155-4194 small Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Stormwater Pollution Prevention Program (SWPPP) Document Doc Type: Permit Application Instructions: Submitting this application confirms your intent to receive authorization to discharge stormwater under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System/State Disposal System (NPDES/SDS) MS4 General Permit (MNR040000). This application is due within 150 days from the issuance date of the MS4 General Permit (MNR040000). Throughout this application there are text fields with a typical maximum limit of four lines. If you need to provide information in a text field that exceeds the maximum limit, please submit an attachment(s) with supplemental information that is labeled with the corresponding field number (e.g., 9.J.). Submittal: This application form and any associated documents (i.e., total maximum daily load (TMDL) application, any supplemental information) must be submitted electronically. To submit this form electronically, open the form using Internet Explorer Web browser or Adobe Acrobat Reader in order for the submit button to work properly. (If you do not have Acrobat Reader, you can download a free version at https://get.adobe.com/reader/.) Send the form to the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) by clicking the submit button at the end of the form (a "send email" window should open with the form attached), you can click on "Send" and then close the form. If you do not see a "send email", save the form to your computer and attach the form to an email message, using "MS4 Part 2 Permit Application" as the subject line to ms4permitprogram.pca6d�state.mn.us. Review/Public Notice process: The MPCA will review the application for completeness. Incomplete applications will be returned. If the MPCA determines the application is complete, the MPCA will make a preliminary determination to issue permit coverage and place the application on public notice for 30 days. Once the applicant addresses any applicable comments or hearing requests, the MPCA will make a final determination to issue permit coverage to the applicant. Please note, this application is intended to provide information about an applicant's existing SWPPP. An applicant that receives permit coverage is responsible for complying with all new applicable requirements set forth in the MS4 General Permit (MNR040000) by deadlines specified in Appendix B of the reissued permit. Questions: If you have any questions, need additional information, contact MPCA staff. To find the staff assigned to your MS4, refer to the https://stormwater.pca.state.mn.us/index.php?title=MS4 staff contact information and staff assignments; or see the staff contact information on the MPCA's MS4 webpage at https://www.pca.state.mn.us/water/municipal-stormwater-ms4. Note: All questions with an asterisk(*) are required fields, and the form will not submit without the fields completed General contact information MS4 Owner (with ownership or operational responsibility, or control of the MS4) *MS4 permittee name: 1.A. City of Golden Valley *County: 1.13. Hennepin *Mailing address (City, county, municipality, government agency or other entity) 1.C. 7800 Golden Valley Road *City: 1.D. Golden Valley *State: 1.E. MN *Zip code: 1.F.55427 2. MS4 General contact (with SWPPP implementation responsibility) *Last name: 2.A. Chirpich (Department head, MS4 coordinator, consultant, etc.) *Title: 2.C. Environmental Specialist *Mailing address: 2.D. 7800 Golden Valley Road *City: 2.E. Golden Valley *State *Phone (including area code): 2.H. (763) 593-8044 *First name: 2.13. Drew 2.F. MN *Zip code 2.G. 55427 *Email: 2.1. dchirpich(@_goldenvalleymn.gov 3. Preparer information (complete if SWPPP application is prepared by a party other than MS4 General contact) Last name: 3.A. Litsey First name: 3.13. Meghan (Department head, MS4 coordinator, consultant, etc.) Title: 3.C. Director of Environmental Compliance Organization Mailing address: 3.E. 701 Xenia Ave S, Suite 300 City: 3.F. Golden Valley 3.D. WSB State: 3.G. MN Zip code: 3.H. 55416 Phone (including area code): 3.1. (612) 723-9166 Email: 3.J. mlitsey@wsbeng.com https://www.pca.state.mn.us 651-296-6300 800-657-3864 Use your preferred relay service Available in alternative formats wq-strm4-49a • 9123120 Page 1 of 32 4. Certification (All fields are required) ❑X *Yes - 1 certify under penalty of law that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or supervision in accordance with a system designed to ensure that qualified personnel properly gathered and evaluated the information submitted. 1 certify that based on my inquiry of the person, or persons, who manage the system, or those persons directly responsible for gathering the information, the information submitted is, to the best of my knowledge and belief, true, accurate, and complete. 1 am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false information, including the possibility of civil and criminal penalties. / have read, understood, and accepted all terms and conditions of the NPDES/SDS MS4 General Permit. This certification is required by Minn. Stat. §§ 7001.0070 and 7001.0540. The authorized person with overall, MS4 legal responsibility must certify the application (principal executive officer or a ranking elected official). By typing/signing my name below, I certify the above statements to be true and correct, to the best of my knowledge, and that this information can be used for the purpose of processing my application. *Signature: 4.A. Tim Kieffer (This document has been electronically signed) *Title: 4.13. Director of Public Works *Mailing address: 4.D. 7800 Golden Valley Road *City: 4.E. Golden Valley *Phone (including area code): 4.H. (763) 593-8030 *Date: 4.C. 04/14/2021 *State: 4.F. MN *Zip code: 4.G. 55427 *Email: 4.1. tkieffer@goldenvalleymn.gov Note: The application will not be processed without certification. *5. Which type of MS4 do you represent? (Check one) 5.A. ❑X City 5.B. ❑ County 5.C. ❑ Corrections 5.D. ❑ Education 5.E. ❑ Healthcare 5.F. ❑ Township 5.G. ❑ Transportation (i.e., Minnesota Department of Transportation [MnDOT]) 5.H. ❑ Watershed District *6. Permit item 12.3: Do you have any partnerships with another regulated small MS4(s) to satisfy one or more requirements of the General Permit? ❑ Yes ❑ No (skip to Q8) 7. If yes in Q6, provide a description of the partnership(s): (Maximum 10 lines of text) https://www.pca.state.mn.us 651-296-6300 800-657-3864 Use your preferred relay service Available in alternative formats wq-strm4-49a • 9123120 Page 2 of 32 MCM 1: Public education and outreach *8. Permit item 16.3: Do you distribute educational materials or equivalent outreach focused on at least two (2) specifically selected stormwater-related issues of high priority? (Note: All or some of this item is a new permit requirement. Compliance with new requirements is required within 12 months after receiving permit coverage.) ❑x Yes ❑ No (skip to Q11) If yes in Q8, what are your high -priority topics? (Check all that apply) 9.A. ❑ Specific TMDL reduction targets 9.B. ❑x Changing local business practices 9.C. ❑x Promoting adoption of residential best management practices (BMPs) 9.D. ❑ Lake improvements through lake associations 9.E. ❑ Household chemicals 9.F. ❑ Yard waste 9.G. ❑ Construction activities 9.H. ❑ Post -construction activities 9.1. ❑ Other (describe below): 9.J. Additional information for checked items (optional): 9.K. 10. If yes in Q8, how do you educate the public about stormwater-related issues? (Check all that apply) 10.A. ❑x Brochure 10.B. ❑x Newsletter 10.C. ❑x Utility bill insert 10.D. ❑ Newspaper ad 10.E. ❑ Radio ad 10.F. ❑ Television ad 10.G. ❑x Cable access channel 10.H. ❑x Website 10.1. ❑x Stormwater-related event 10.J. ❑x Other (describe below): 10.K. Social media Additional information for checked items (optional): 10. L. *11. Permit item 16.4: At least once each calendar year, do you distribute educational outreach focused on illicit discharge recognition and reporting illicit discharges? (Note: All or some of this item is a new permit requirement. Compliance with new requirements is required within 12 months after receiving permit coverage.) ❑x Yes ❑ No (skip to Q13) 12. If yes in Q11, how do you educate the public about illicit discharge recognition and reporting? (Check all that apply) 12.A. ❑ Brochure 12.B. ❑x Newsletter 12.C. ❑ Utility bill insert https://www.pca.state.mn.us 651-296-6300 800-657-3864 Use your preferred relay service Available in alternative formats wq-strm4-49a • 9123120 Page 3 of 32 12.D. ❑ Newspaper ad 12.E. ❑ Radio ad 12.F. ❑ Television ad 12.G. ❑ Cable access channel 12.1-1. ❑x Website 12.1. ❑ Stormwater-related event 12.J. ❑ Other (describe below): 12. K. Additional information for checked items (optional): 121. If you represent a city or township, please answer questions 13-16; if you do not represent a city or township, skip to question 17. 13. Permit item 16.5: At least once each calendar year, do you distribute educational materials or equivalent outreach to residents, businesses, commercial facilities, and institutions, focused on deicing salt use? (Note: All or some of this item is a new permit requirement. Compliance with new requirements is required within 12 months after receiving permit coverage.) ❑x Yes ❑ No (skip to Q15) 14. If yes in Q13, what does your education or outreach cover? (Check all that apply) 14.A. ❑R The impacts of salt use on receiving waters 14.13. ❑x Methods to reduce salt use 14.C. ❑x Proper storage of salt or other deicing materials 14.D. ❑ Other (describe below): 14.E. Additional information for checked items (optional): 14.F. 15. Permit item 16.6: At least once each calendar year, do you distribute educational materials or equivalent outreach focused on pet waste? (Note: All or some of this item is a new permit requirement. Compliance with new requirements is required within 12 months after receiving permit coverage.) ❑X Yes ❑ No (skip to Q17) 16. If yes in Q15, what do your educational materials or equivalent outreach on pet waste include? (Check all that apply) 16.A. ❑x Impacts of pet waste on receiving waters 16.13. ❑x Proper management of pet waste 16.C. ❑ Any existing regulatory mechanism(s) for pet waste 16.D. ❑ Other (describe below): 16.E. https://www.pca.state.mn.us 651-296-6300 800-657-3864 Use your preferred relay service Available in alternative formats wq-strm4-49a • 9123120 Page 4 of 32 Additional information for checked items (optional): 16. F. *17. Permit item 16.7: Do you have an education and outreach plan? 0 Yes ❑ No (skip to Q19) 18. If yes in Q17, which components does your education and outreach plan include? (Check all that apply) 18.A. 0 Target audience(s) (Note: All or some of this item is anew permit requirement. Compliance with new requirements is required within 12 months after receiving permit coverage.) If checked, specify your target audiences: 18.A.1. ❑x Residents 18.A.2. 0 Businesses 18.A.3. ❑ Commercial facilities 18.A.4. ❑ Institutions 18.A.5. ❑ Local organizations 18.A.6. ❑x Low income residents 18.A.7. ❑x People of color 18.A.8. ❑x Non-native English speaking residents 18.A.9. ❑ Other (describe below): 18.A.10. 18.B. 0 Name or position title of responsible person(s) for overall plan implementation. 18.B.1. If checked, specify the name(s) or position title(s): Drew Chirpich, Environmental Specialist 18.C. ❑x Specific activities and schedules to reach each target audience. 18.C.1. If checked, provide any additional information (optional): 18.D. 0 A description of any coordination with and/or use of stormwater education and outreach programs implemented by other entities, if applicable. 18.D.1. If checked, provide any additional information (optional): Bassett Creek Watershed Management Commission, West Metro Watershed Alliance *19. Permit item 16.8: Do you document information relating to MCM 1? 0 Yes ❑ No (skip to Q21) 20. If yes in Q19, what do you document? (Check all that apply) 20.A. ❑x A description of all specific stormwater-related issues you identified in item 16.3 20.13. ❑x All information required under your education and outreach plan in item 16.7 20.C. ❑x Activities held, including dates, to reach each target audience 20.D. ❑x Quantities and descriptions of educational materials distributed, including dates distributed 20.E. 0 Estimated audience (e.g., number of participants, viewers, readers, listeners, etc.) for each completed education and outreach activity (Note: All or some of this item is a new permit requirement. Compliance with new requirements is required within 12 months after receiving permit coverage.) https://www.pca.state.mn.us 651-296-6300 800-657-3864 Use your preferred relay service Available in alternative formats wq-strm4-49a • 9123120 Page 5 of 32 *21. Permit item 12.4: Who is responsible for implementation of this MCM? List name(s) or position title(s): Drew Chirpich, Environmental Specialist 22. Provide any additional information about your current education and outreach program that you would like to share (optional): (Maximum 10 lines of text) MCM 2: Public participation/involvement *23. Permit item 17.3: Do you provide a minimum of one (1) annual opportunity for the public to provide input on the adequacy of the SWPPP? 0 Yes ❑ No (skip to Q25) 24. If yes in Q23, describe the opportunity(ies): The City holds a combined public meeting for residents to provide comments regarding the SWPPP. *25. Permit item 17.4: Do you provide access to the SWPPP Document, annual reports, and other documentation that supports or describes the SWPPP (e.g., regulatory mechanism(s), etc.) for public review, upon request? 0 Yes ❑ No (skip to Q27) 26. If yes in Q25, how can the public access this information? (Check all that apply) 26.A. 0 Hardcopy upon request 26.B. ❑x Our website 26.C. ❑ Available at public event 26.D. ❑ Other (describe below): 26.E. *27. Permit item 17.5: Do you consider oral and written input regarding the SWPPP submitted by the public? 0 Yes ❑ No *28. Permit item 17.6: Each calendar year, do you provide a minimum of one (1) public involvement activity that includes a pollution prevention or water quality theme? (Note: All or some of this item is a new permit requirement. Compliance with new requirements is required within 12 months after receiving permit coverage.) 0 Yes ❑ No (skip to Q30) 29. If yes in Q28, what are the themes of your public involvement activity/activities? (Check all that apply) 29.A. ❑ Rain barrel distribution event 29.B. ❑ Rain garden workshop 29.C. ❑x Cleanup event 29.D. ❑x Storm drain stenciling https://www.pca.state.mn.us 651-296-6300 800-657-3864 Use your preferred relay service Available in alternative formats wq-strm4-49a • 9123120 Page 6 of 32 29.E. ❑ Volunteer water quality monitoring 29.F. ❑ Adopt a storm drain program 29.G. ❑ Household hazardous waste collection day 29.H. ❑x Other (describe below): 29.1. Adopt -a -Pond Program Additional information for checked items (optional): 29.J. *30. Permit item 17.7: Do you document information relating to MCM 2? ❑x Yes ❑ No (skip to Q32) 31. If yes in Q30, what do you document? (Check all that apply) 31.A. ❑x All relevant written input submitted by persons regarding the SWPPP 31.13. ❑x All of your responses to written input received regarding the SWPPP, including any modifications made to the SWPPP as a result of the written input received 31.C. ❑x Date(s), location(s), and estimated number of participants at events held for purposes of compliance with permit item 17.3 31.D. ❑x Notices provided to the public of any events scheduled to meet permit item 17.3, including any electronic correspondence (e.g., website, email distribution lists, notices, etc.) 31.E. ❑x Date(s), location(s), description of activities, and estimated number of participants at events held for the purpose of compliance with permit item 17.6 (Note: All or some of this item is a new permit requirement. Compliance with new requirements is required within 12 months after receiving permit coverage.) *32. Permit item 12.4: Who is responsible for implementation of this MCM? List name(s) or position title(s): Drew Chirpich, Environmental Specialist 33. Provide any additional information about your current public participation/involvement program that you would like to share (optional): (Maximum 10 lines of text) MCM 3: Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination (IDDE) *34. Permit item 18.3: Do you maintain a storm sewer system map? ❑X Yes ❑ No (skip to Q36) 35. If yes in Q34, which of the following does your storm sewer map include? (Check all that apply) 35.A. ❑x All pipes 12 inches or greater in diameter, including stormwater flow direction in those pipes 35.13. ❑x Outfalls, including a unique identification (ID) number, and an associated geographic coordinate 35.C. ❑x Structural stormwater BMPs that are part of your small MS4 35.D. ❑x All receiving waters https://www.pca.state.mn.us 651-296-6300 800-657-3864 Use your preferred relay service Available in alternative formats wq-strm4-49a • 9123120 Page 7 of 32 *36. Permit item 18.4: Do you have a regulatory mechanism(s) that prohibits non-stormwater discharges into your MS4? Yes ❑ No (skip to Q39) 37. If yes in Q36, what does your regulatory mechanism(s) consist of? (Check all that apply) 37.A. ❑ Contract language 37.13. ❑x Ordinance 37.C. ❑ Permits 37.D. ❑ Standards 37.E. ❑ Written policies 37.F. ❑ Operational plans 37.G. ❑ Legal agreements 37.H. ❑ Other mechanism(s) (describe below): 37.1. 38. If yes in Q36, provide a website address to the regulatory mechanism(s). If the regulatory mechanism is not available online, briefly describe how a copy of the regulatory mechanism can be obtained: https://library.municode.com/mn/golden_valley/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeld=PTIILADE_CH 107STMA_S107-2DEGEP R If you represent a city, township, or county please answer question 39. If you do not represent a city, township, or county skip to question 42. 39. Permit item 18.5: Do you have a regulatory mechanism(s) that requires owners or custodians of pets to remove and properly dispose of feces from permittee owned land areas? (Note: All or some of this item is a new permit requirement. Compliance with new requirements is required within 12 months after receiving permit coverage.) ❑X Yes ❑ No If you represent a city or township, please answer questions 40-41. If you do not represent a city or township, skip to question 42. 40. Permit item 18.6: Do you have a regulatory mechanism(s) that requires proper salt storage at commercial, institutional, and non-NPDES permitted industrial facilities? (Note: All or some of this item is a new permit requirement. Compliance with new requirements is required within 12 months after receiving permit coverage.) ❑ Yes ❑ No (Skip to Q42) 41. If yes in Q40, what does your regulatory mechanism(s) require? (Check all that apply) 41.A. ❑ Designated salt storage areas must be covered or indoors 41.13. ❑ Designated salt storage areas must be located on an impervious surface 41.C. ❑ Implementation of practices to reduce exposure when transferring material in designated salt storage areas (e.g., sweeping, diversions, and containment) 41.D. ❑ Other (describe below): 41.E. *42. Permit item 18.7: Do you incorporate illicit discharge detection into all inspection and maintenance activities conducted in permit items 21.9, 21.10, and 21.11? ❑x Yes ❑ No (Skip to Q44) 43. If yes in Q42: where feasible, do you conduct illicit discharge inspections during dry -weather conditions (e.g., periods of 72 or more hours of no precipitation)? ® Yes ❑ No https://www.pca.state.mn.us 651-296-6300 800-657-3864 Use your preferred relay service Available in alternative formats wq-strm4-49a • 9123120 Page 8 of 32 *44. Permit item 18.8: At least once each calendar year, do you train all field staff in illicit discharge recognition (including conditions which could cause illicit discharges), and reporting illicit discharges for further investigation? (Note: All or some of this item is a new permit requirement. Compliance with new requirements is required within 12 months after receiving permit coverage.) 0 Yes ❑ No (Skip to Q47) 45. If yes in Q44, which field staff do you train? (Check all that apply) 45.A. ❑ Police 45.13. ❑ Fire department 45.C. ❑x Public works 45.D. 0 Parks staff 45.E. ❑x Other (describe below): 455. Engineering, Golf Course 46. If yes in Q44, how do you train staff? (Check all that apply) 46.A. ❑x Videos 46.B. 0 In -person presentations 46.C. ❑ Webinars 46.D. ❑ Training documents 46.E. ❑ Emails 46.F. ❑ Other (describe below): 46.G. *47. Permit item 18.9: Do you ensure that individuals receive training commensurate with their responsibilities as they relate to your IDDE program? Individuals includes, but is not limited to, individuals responsible for investigating, locating, eliminating illicit discharges, and/or enforcement. (Note: All or some of this item is a new permit requirement. Compliance with new requirements is required within 12 months after receiving permit coverage.) 0 Yes ❑ No (Skip to Q50) 48. If yes in Q47, how are these individuals trained? (Check all that apply) 48.A. ❑x Videos 48.B. ❑x In -person presentations 48.C. ❑ Webinars 48.D. ❑ Training documents 48.E. ❑ Emails 48.F. ❑ Other (describe below): 48.G. 49. If yes in Q47, do previously trained individuals attend a refresher -training every three (3) calendar years following the initial training? O Yes ❑ No *50. Permit item 18.10: Do you maintain a written or mapped inventory of priority areas you identify as having a higher likelihood for illicit discharges? (Note: All or some of this item is a new permit requirement. Compliance with new requirements is required within 12 months after receiving permit coverage.) 0 Yes ❑ No https://www.pca.state.mn.us 651-296-6300 800-657-3864 Use your preferred relay service Available in alternative formats wq-strm4-49a • 9123120 Page 9 of 32 *51. Permit item 18.11: To the extent allowable under state or local law, do you conduct additional illicit discharge inspections in priority areas? ❑x Yes ❑ No (Skip to Q53) 52. If yes in Q51, how often do you conduct illicit discharge inspections in priority areas: Annually *53. Permit item 18.12: Do you have written procedures for investigating, locating, and eliminating the source of illicit discharges? (Note: All or some of this item is a new permit requirement. Compliance with new requirements is required within 12 months after receiving permit coverage.) FRI Yes ❑ No (Skip to Q55) 54. If yes in Q53, what do your procedures include? Check all that apply: (Note: All orsome of this item is a new permit requirement. Compliance with new requirements is required within 12 months after receiving permit coverage.) 54.A. ❑x A timeframe in which you will investigate a reported illicit discharge 54.A.1. If checked, describe: Within one business day 54.13. ❑x Use of visual inspections to detect and track the source of an illicit discharge 54.C. ❑x Tools to investigate and locate an illicit discharge If checked, what tools do you use? (Check all that apply) 54.C.1. Mobile cameras 54.C.2. Collecting and analyzing water samples 54.C.3. ❑x Smoke testing 54.C.4. 0 Dye testing 54.C.5. ❑ Other (describe below): 54.C.6 54.D ❑x Cleanup methods to remove an illicit discharge or spill: 54.D.1. If checked, describe: For non -emergency situations, the City requires the responsible party to remove the illicit discharge or spill. If the responsible party is unable or unwilling the City would remove the illicit discharge or spill with a vac truck, street sweeper, floor-dri, etc., in a timely manner. In emergency situations, the City would follow the spill response plan and involve the fire department, as needed. 54.E ❑x Name or position title of responsible person(s) for investigating, locating, and eliminating an illicit discharge 54.E.1. If checked, specify the name(s) or position title(s): Drew Chirpich, Environmental Specialist *55. Permit item 18.13: Do you have written procedures for responding to spills, including emergency response procedures to prevent spills from entering the MS4? ❑X Yes ❑ No (Skip to Q57) 56. If yes in Q55, do your written procedures include the immediate notification of the Minnesota Department of Public Safety Duty Officer at 1-800-422-0798 (toll free) or 651-649-5451 (Metro area), if the source of the illicit discharge is a spill or leak as defined in Minn. Stat. § 115.061? ❑X Yes ❑ No https://www.pca.state.mn.us 651-296-6300 800-657-3864 Use your preferred relay service Available in alternative formats wq-strm4-49a • 9123120 Page 10 of 32 *57. Permit item 18.14: Do you maintain written enforcement response procedures (ERPs) to compel compliance with your regulatory mechanism(s) in Section 18? (Note: All or some of this item is a new permit requirement. Compliance with new requirements is required within 12 months after receiving permit coverage.) ❑X Yes ❑ No (Skip to Q60) 58. If yes in Q57, which of the following enforcement tools are available to you? (Check all that apply) 58.A. ❑x Verbal warning 58.13. ❑x Notice of violation 58.C. ❑ Fine 58.D. ❑ Criminal action 58.E. ❑ Civil penalty 58.F. ❑x Other (describe below): 58.G. Stop work order and abatement 59. If yes in Q57, do your ERPs include the following? (Check all that apply) 59.A. ❑x Timeframes to complete corrective actions 59.13. ❑x Name or position title of responsible person(s) for conducting enforcement *60. Permit item 18.15: Do you document information relating to MCM 3? ❑X Yes ❑ No (Skip to Q62) 61. If yes in Q60, what do you document? (Check all that apply) 61.A. ❑x Date(s) and location(s) of IDDE inspections conducted in accordance with permit items 18.7 and 18.11 61.13. ❑x Reports of alleged illicit discharges received, including date(s) of the report(s), and any follow-up action(s) you take 61.C. ❑x Date(s) of discovery of all illicit discharges 61.D. ❑x Identification of outfalls, or other areas, where illicit discharges have been discovered 61.E. ❑x Sources (including a description and the responsible party) of illicit discharges (if known) 61.F. ❑x Action(s) you take, including date(s), to address discovered illicit discharges *62. Permit item 18.16: Do you document training relating to permit item 18.8 and 18.9? ❑x Yes ❑ No (Skip to Q64) 63. If yes in Q62, what training information do you document? (Check all that apply) 63.A. ❑x General subject matter covered 63.13. ❑x Names and departments of individuals in attendance (Note: All or some of this item is a new permit requirement. Compliance with new requirements is required within 12 months after receiving permit coverage.) 63.C. ❑x Date of each event *64. Permit item 18.17: Do you document enforcement conducted pursuant to the ERPs in item 18.14, including verbal warnings? ❑x Yes ❑ No (Skip to Q66) 65. If yes in Q64, what do you document relating to ERPs for MCM 3? (Check all that apply) 65.A. ❑x Name of the person responsible for violating the terms and conditions of your regulatory mechanism(s) 65.13. ❑x Date(s) and location(s) of the observed violation(s) 65.C. Description of the violation(s) 65.D. ❑x Corrective action(s) (including completion schedule) that you issued 65.E. ❑x Referrals to other regulatory organizations (if any) 65.F. ❑x Date(s) violation(s) resolved *66. Permit item 12.4: Who is responsible for implementation of this MCM? List name(s) or position title(s): Drew Chirpich, Environmental Specialist https://www.pca.state.mn.us wq-strm4-49a • 9123120 • 651-296-6300 800-657-3864 Use your preferred relay service Available in alternative formats Page 11 of 32 67. Provide any additional information about your current illicit discharge detection and elimination program that you would like to share (optional): (Maximum 10 lines of text) MCM 4: Construction site stormwater runoff control *68. Permit item 19.3: Do you have a regulatory mechanism(s) that establishes requirements for erosion, sediment, and waste controls? ❑x Yes ❑ No (skip to Q73) 69. If yes in Q68, what does your regulatory mechanism(s) consist of? (Check all that apply) 69.A. ❑ Contract language 69.13. ❑x Ordinance 69.C. ❑ Permits 69.D. ❑x Standards 69.E. ❑ Written policies 69.F. ❑ Operational plans 69.G. ❑ Legal agreements 69.H. ❑ Other mechanism(s) (describe below): 69.1. 70. If yes in Q68, provide a website address to the regulatory mechanism(s). If the regulatory mechanism is not available online, briefly describe how a copy of the regulatory mechanism can be obtained: https://library.municode.com/mn/golden valley/codes/code_of ordinances?nodeId=PTIILADE_CH107STMA 71. If yes in Q68, is your regulatory mechanism(s) at least as stringent as the MPCA's most current Construction Stormwater General Permit (MNR100001) for erosion, sediment, and waste controls by incorporating the Construction Stormwater General Permit by reference, or by incorporating all items in Q72? ❑x Yes (skip to Q73) ❑ No 72. If no in Q71, which of the following requirements are incorporated into your regulatory mechanism(s)? (Check all that apply) 72.A. Erosion prevention practices: 72.A.1. ❑ Before work begins, owner(s)/operator(s) must delineate the location of areas not to be disturbed. 72.A.2. ❑ Owner(s)/operator(s) must minimize the need for disturbance of portions of the project with steep slopes. When steep slopes must be disturbed, owner(s)/operator(s) must use techniques such as phasing and stabilization practices designed for steep slopes (e.g., slope draining and terracing). 72.A.3. ❑ Owner(s)/operator(s) must stabilize all exposed soil areas, including stockpiles. Stabilization must be initiated immediately to limit soil erosion when construction activity has permanently or temporarily ceased on any portion of the site and will not resume for a period exceeding 14 calendar days. Stabilization must be completed no later than 14 calendar days after the construction activity has ceased. Stabilization is not required on constructed base components of roads, parking lots and similar surfaces. Stabilization is not required on temporary stockpiles without significant silt, clay or organic components (e.g., clean aggregate stockpiles, demolition concrete stockpiles, sand stockpiles) but owner(s)/operator(s) must provide sediment controls at the base of the stockpile. https://www.pca.state.mn.us 651-296-6300 800-657-3864 Use your preferred relay service Available in alternative formats wq-strm4-49a • 9123120 Page 12 of 32 72.A.4. ❑ For Public Waters that the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has promulgated "work in water restrictions" during specified fish spawning time frames, owner(s)/operator(s) must complete stabilization of all exposed soil areas within 200 feet of the water's edge, and that drain to these waters, within 24 hours during the restriction period. 72.A.5. ❑ Owner(s)/operator(s) must stabilize the normal wetted perimeter of the last 200 linear feet of temporary or permanent drainage ditches or swales that drain water from the site within 24 hours after connecting to a surface water or property edge. Owner(s)/operator(s) must complete stabilization of the remaining portions of temporary or permanent ditches or swales within 14 calendar days after connecting to a surface water or property edge and construction in that portion of the ditch temporarily or permanently ceases. 72.A.6. ❑ Temporary or permanent ditches or swales that are being used as a sediment containment system during construction (with properly designed rock -ditch checks, bio rolls, silt dikes, etc.) do not need to be stabilized. Owner(s)/operator(s) must stabilize these areas within 24 hours after their use as a sediment containment system ceases. 72.A.7. ❑ Owner(s)/operator(s) must not use mulch, hydromulch, tackifier, polyacrylamide or similar erosion prevention practices within any portion of the normal wetted perimeter of a temporary or permanent drainage ditch or swale section with a continuous slope of greater than two percent. 72.A.8. ❑ Owner(s)/operator(s) must provide temporary or permanent energy dissipation at all pipe outlets within 24 hours after connection to a surface water or permanent stormwater treatment system. 72.A.9. ❑ Owner(s)/operator(s) must not disturb more land (i.e., phasing) than can be effectively inspected and maintained. 72.113. Sediment control practices: 72.13.1. ❑ Owner(s)/operator(s) must establish sediment control BMPs on all down gradient perimeters of the site and downgradient areas of the site that drain to any surface water, including curb and gutter systems. Owner(s)/operator(s) must locate sediment control practices upgradient of any buffer zones. Owner(s)/operator(s) must install sediment control practices before any upgradient land -disturbing activities begin and must keep the sediment control practices in place until they establish permanent cover. 72.13.2. ❑ If the downgradient sediment controls are overloaded, based on frequent failure or excessive maintenance requirements, owner(s)/operator(s) must install additional upgradient sediment control practices or redundant BMPs to eliminate the overloading and amend the site plans to identify these additional practices. 72.13.3. ❑ Temporary or permanent drainage ditches and sediment basins designed as part of a sediment containment system (e.g., ditches with rock -check dams) require sediment control practices only as appropriate for site conditions. 72.13.4. ❑ A floating silt curtain placed in the water is not a sediment control BMP to satisfy perimeter control requirements in this part except when working on a shoreline or below the waterline. Immediately after the short term construction activity (e.g. installation of rip rap along the shoreline) in that area is complete, owner(s)/operator(s) must install an upland perimeter control practice if exposed soils still drain to a surface water. 72.13.5. ❑ Owner(s)/operator(s) must re -install all sediment control practices adjusted or removed to accommodate short-term activities such as clearing or grubbing, or passage of vehicles, immediately after the short-term activity is completed. Owner(s)/operator(s) must re -install sediment control practices before the next precipitation event even if the short-term activity is not complete. 72.13.6. ❑ Owner(s)/operator(s) must protect all storm drain inlets using appropriate BMPs during construction until they establish permanent cover on all areas with potential for discharging to the inlet. 72.13.7. ❑ Owner(s)/operator(s) may remove inlet protection for a particular inlet if a specific safety concern (e.g., street flooding/freezing) is identified by owner(s)/operator(s) or the jurisdictional authority (e.g., city/county/township/ MnDOT engineer). Owner(s)/operator(s) must document the need for removal in the site plans. 72.13.8. ❑ Owner(s)/operator(s) must provide silt fence or other effective sediment controls at the base of stockpiles on the downgradient perimeter. 72.13.9. ❑ Owner(s)/operator(s) must locate stockpiles outside of natural buffers or surface waters, including stormwater conveyances such as curb and gutter systems unless there is a bypass in place for the stormwater. 72.B.10. ❑ Owner(s)/operator(s) must install a vehicle tracking BMP to minimize the track out of sediment from the construction site or onto paved roads within the site. 72.B.11. ❑ Owner(s)/operator(s) must use street sweeping if vehicle tracking BMPs are not adequate to prevent sediment tracking onto the street. 72.13.12. ❑ In any areas of the site where final vegetative stabilization will occur, owner(s)/operator(s) must restrict vehicle and equipment use to minimize soil compaction. 72.B.13. ❑ Owner(s)/operator(s) must preserve topsoil on the site, unless infeasible. 72.13.14. ❑ Owner(s)/operator(s) must direct discharges from BMPs to vegetated areas unless infeasible. 72.B.15. ❑ Owner(s)/operator(s) must preserve a 50 foot natural buffer or, if a buffer is infeasible on the site, provide redundant (double) perimeter sediment controls when a surface water is located within 50 feet of the project's earth disturbances and stormwater flows to the surface water. Owner(s)/operator(s) must install https://www.pca.state.mn.us 651-296-6300 800-657-3864 Use your preferred relay service Available in alternative formats wq-strm4-49a • 9123120 Page 13 of 32 perimeter sediment controls at least 5 feet apart unless limited by lack of available space. Natural buffers are not required adjacent to road ditches, judicial ditches, county ditches, stormwater conveyance channels, storm drain inlets, and sediment basins. If preserving the buffer is infeasible, owner(s)/operator(s) must document the reasons in the site plans. Sheet piling is a redundant perimeter control if installed in a manner that retains all stormwater. 72.13.16. ❑ Owner(s)/operator(s) must use polymers, flocculants, or other sedimentation treatment chemicals in accordance with accepted engineering practices, dosing specifications and sediment removal design specifications provided by the manufacturer or supplier. Owner(s)/operator(s) must use conventional erosion and sediment controls prior to chemical addition and must direct treated stormwater to a sediment control system for filtration or settlement of the floc prior to discharge. 72.C. Dewatering and basin draining: 72.C.1. ❑ Owner(s)/operator(s) must discharge turbid or sediment -laden waters related to dewatering or basin draining (e.g., pumped discharges, trench/ditch cuts for drainage) to a temporary or permanent sediment basin on the project site unless infeasible. Owner(s)/operator(s) may dewater to surface waters if they visually check to ensure adequate treatment has been obtained and nuisance conditions (see Minn. R. 7050.0210, subp. 2) will not result from the discharge. If owner(s)/operator(s) cannot discharge the water to a sedimentation basin prior to entering a surface water, owner(s)/operator(s) must treat it with appropriate BMPs such that the discharge does not adversely affect the surface water or downstream properties. 72.C.2. ❑ If owner(s)/operator(s) must discharge water that contains oil or grease, owner(s)/operator(s) must use an oil -water separator or suitable filtration device (e.g. cartridge filters, absorbents pads) prior to discharge. 72.C.3. ❑ Owner(s)/operator(s) must discharge all water from dewatering or basin -draining activities in a manner that does not cause erosion or scour in the immediate vicinity of discharge points or inundation of wetlands in the immediate vicinity of discharge points that causes significant adverse impact to the wetland. 72.C.4. ❑ If owner(s)/operator(s) use filters with backwash water, they must haul the backwash water away for disposal, return the backwash water to the beginning of the treatment process, or incorporate the backwash water into the site in a manner that does not cause erosion. 72.11). Inspection and maintenance: 72.D.1. ❑ Owner(s)/operator(s) must ensure that a trained person will inspect the entire construction site at least once every seven (7) days during active construction and within 24 hours after a rainfall event greater than one- half inch in 24 hours. 72.D.2. ❑ Owner(s)/operator(s) must inspect and maintain all permanent stormwater treatment BMPs. 72.D.3. ❑ Owner(s)/operator(s) must inspect all erosion prevention and sediment control BMPs and Pollution Prevention Management Measures to ensure integrity and effectiveness. Owner(s)/operator(s) must repair, replace, or supplement all nonfunctional BMPs with functional BMPs by the end of the next business day after discovery unless another time frame is specified below. Owner(s)/operator(s) may take additional time if field conditions prevent access to the area. 72.D.4. ❑ During each inspection, owner(s)/operator(s) must inspect surface waters, including drainage ditches and conveyance systems but not curb and gutter systems, for evidence of erosion and sediment deposition. Owner(s)/operator(s) must remove all deltas and sediment deposited in surface waters, including drainage ways, catch basins, and other drainage systems and restabilize the areas where sediment removal results in exposed soil. Owner(s)/operator(s) must complete removal and stabilization within seven (7) calendar days of discovery unless precluded by legal, regulatory, or physical access constraints. Owner(s)/operator(s) must use all reasonable efforts to obtain access. If precluded, removal and stabilization must take place within seven (7) calendar days of obtaining access. Owner(s)/operator(s) are responsible for contacting all local, regional, state and federal authorities and receiving any applicable permits, prior to conducting any work in surface waters. 72.D.5. ❑ Owner(s)/operator(s) must inspect construction site vehicle exit locations, streets and curb and gutter systems within and adjacent to the project for sedimentation from erosion or tracked sediment from vehicles. Owner(s)/operator(s) must remove sediment from all paved surfaces within one (1) calendar day of discovery or, if applicable, within a shorter time to avoid a safety hazard to users of public streets. 72.D.6. ❑ Owner(s)/operator(s) must repair, replace, or supplement all perimeter control devices when they become nonfunctional or the sediment reaches one-half of the height of the device. 72.D.7. ❑ Owner(s)/operator(s) must drain temporary and permanent sedimentation basins and remove the sediment when the depth of sediment collected in the basin reaches one-half of the storage volume. 72.D.8. ❑ Owner(s)/operator(s) must ensure that at least one individual present on the site (or available to the project site in three (3) calendar days) is trained in the job duties of overseeing the implementation of, revising and/or amending the site plans and performing inspections for the project. 72.D.9. ❑ Owner(s)/operator(s) may adjust the inspection schedule as follows: a. inspections of areas with permanent cover can be reduced to once per month, even if construction activity continues on other portions of the site; or b. where construction sites have permanent cover on all exposed soil areas and no construction activity is occurring anywhere on the site, inspections can be reduced to once per month and, after 12 months, may be suspended completely until construction activity resumes. The MPCA may require inspections to resume if conditions warrant; or https://www.pca.state.mn.us 651-296-6300 800-657-3864 Use your preferred relay service Available in alternative formats wq-strm4-49a • 9123120 Page 14 of 32 c. where construction activity has been suspended due to frozen ground conditions, inspections may be suspended. Inspections must resume within 24 hours of runoff occurring, or upon resuming construction, whichever comes first. 72.D.10 ❑ Owner(s)/operator(s) must record all inspections and maintenance activities within 24 hours of being conducted and these records must be retained with the site plans. These records must include: a. date and time of inspections; and b. name of person(s) conducting inspections; and c. accurate findings of inspections, including the specific location where corrective actions are needed; and d. corrective actions taken (including dates, times, and party completing maintenance activities); and e. date of all rainfall events greater than one-half inch in 24 hours, and the amount of rainfall for each event. Owner(s)/operator(s) must obtain rainfall amounts by either a properly maintained rain gauge installed onsite, a weather station that is within one (1) mile of owner(s)/operator(s)r location, or a weather reporting system that provides site specific rainfall data from radar summaries; and f. if owner(s)/operator(s) observe a discharge during the inspection, they must record and should photograph and describe the location of the discharge (i.e., color, odor, settled or suspended solids, oil sheen, and other obvious indicators of pollutants); and g. any amendments to the site plans proposed as a result of the inspection must be documented within seven (7) calendar days. 72.E. Inspection and maintenance: 72.E.1. ❑ Owner(s)/operator(s) must place building products and landscape materials under cover (e.g., plastic sheeting or temporary roofs) or protect them by similarly effective means designed to minimize contact with stormwater. Owner(s)/operator(s) are not required to cover or protect products which are either not a source of contamination to stormwater or are designed to be exposed to stormwater. 72.E.2. ❑ Owner(s)/operator(s) must place pesticides, fertilizers and treatment chemicals under cover (e.g., plastic sheeting or temporary roofs) or protect them by similarly effective means designed to minimize contact with stormwater. 72.E.3. ❑ Owner(s)/operator(s) must store hazardous materials and toxic waste, (including oil, diesel fuel, gasoline, hydraulic fluids, paint solvents, petroleum -based products, wood preservatives, additives, curing compounds, and acids) in sealed containers to prevent spills, leaks or other discharge. Storage and disposal of hazardous waste materials must be in compliance with Minn. R. ch. 7045 including secondary containment as applicable. 72.E.4. ❑ Owner(s)/operator(s) must properly store, collect, and dispose of solid waste in compliance with Minn. R. ch. 7035. 72.E.5. ❑ Owner(s)/operator(s) must position portable toilets so they are secure and will not tip or be knocked over. Owner(s)/operator(s) must dispose of sanitary waste in accordance with Minn. R. ch. 7041. 72.E.6. ❑ Owner(s)/operator(s) must take reasonable steps to prevent the discharge of spilled or leaked chemicals, including fuel, from any area where chemicals or fuel will be loaded or unloaded including the use of drip pans or absorbents unless infeasible. Owner(s)/operator(s) must ensure adequate supplies are available at all times to clean up discharged materials and that an appropriate disposal method is available for recovered spilled materials. Owner(s)/operator(s) must report and clean up spills immediately as required by Minn. Stat. § 115.061, using dry clean up measures where possible. 72.E.7. ❑ Owner(s)/operator(s) must limit vehicle exterior washing and equipment to a defined area of the site. Owner(s)/operator(s) must contain runoff from the washing area in a sediment basin or other similarly effective controls and must dispose of waste from the washing activity properly. Owner(s)/operator(s) must properly use and store soaps, detergents, or solvents. 72.E.8. ❑ Owner(s)/operator(s) must provide effective containment for all liquid and solid wastes generated by washout operations (e.g., concrete, stucco, paint, form release oils, curing compounds and other construction materials) related to the construction activity. Owner(s)/operator(s) must prevent liquid and solid washout wastes from contacting the ground and must design the containment so it does not result in runoff from the washout operations or areas. Owner(s)/operator(s) must properly dispose of liquid and solid wastes in compliance with Minn. R. ch. 7035. Owner(s)/operator(s) must install a sign indicating the location of the washout facility. 72.F. Temporary sediment basins: 72.F.1. ❑ Where ten (10) or more acres of disturbed soil drain to a common location, owner(s)/operator(s) must provide a temporary sediment basin to provide treatment of the runoff before it leaves the construction site or enters surface waters. Owner(s)/operator(s) may convert a temporary sediment basin to a permanent basin after construction is complete. The temporary basin is no longer required when permanent cover has reduced the acreage of disturbed soil to less than ten (10) acres draining to a common location. 72.F.2. ❑ The temporary basin must provide live storage for a calculated volume of runoff from a two (2)-year, 24-hour storm from each acre drained to the basin or 1,800 cubic feet of live storage per acre drained, whichever is greater. https://www.pca.state.mn.us 651-296-6300 800-657-3864 Use your preferred relay service Available in alternative formats wq-strm4-49a • 9123120 Page 15 of 32 725.3. ❑ Where owner(s)/operator(s) have not calculated the two (2)-year, 24-hour storm runoff amount, the temporary sediment basin must provide 3,600 cubic feet of live storage per acre of the basin's drainage area. 725.4. ❑ Owner(s)/operator(s) must design basin outlets to prevent short-circuiting and the discharge of floating debris. 725.5. ❑ Owner(s)/operator(s) must design the outlet structure to withdraw water from the surface to minimize the discharge of pollutants. Owner(s)/operator(s) may temporarily suspend the use of a surface withdrawal mechanism during frozen conditions. The basin must include a stabilized emergency overflow to prevent failure of pond integrity. 725.6. ❑ Owner(s)/operator(s) must provide energy dissipation for the basin outlet within 24 hours after connection to a surface water. 72.F.7. ❑ Owner(s)/operator(s) must locate temporary basins outside of surface waters and any required buffer zones. 725.8. ❑ Owner(s)/operator(s) must construct temporary basins prior to disturbing (10) or more acres of soil draining to a common location. 725.9. ❑ Where a temporary sediment basin meeting the requirements of this part is infeasible, owner(s)/operator(s) must install effective sediment controls such as smaller sediment basins and/or sediment traps, silt fences, vegetative buffer strips or any appropriate combination of measures as dictated by individual site conditions. In determining whether installing a sediment basin is infeasible, owner(s)/operator(s) must consider public safety and may consider factors such as site soils, slope, and available area on -site. Owner(s)/operator(s) must document this determination of infeasibility in the site plans. 72.G. Termination conditions: 72.G.1. ❑ Owner(s)/operator(s) must complete all construction activity and must install permanent cover over all areas. Vegetative cover must consist of a uniform perennial vegetation with a density of 70 percent of its expected final growth. Vegetation is not required where the function of a specific area dictates no vegetation, such as impervious surfaces or the base of a sand filter. 72.G.2. ❑ Owner(s)/operator(s) must clean the permanent stormwater treatment system of any accumulated sediment and must ensure the system meets all applicable requirements and is operating as designed. 72.F.3. ❑ Owner(s)/operator(s) must remove all sediment from conveyance systems. 72.G.4. ❑ Owner(s)/operator(s) must remove all temporary synthetic erosion prevention and sediment control BMPs. Owner(s)/operator(s) may leave BMPs designed to decompose on -site in place. 72.G.5. ❑ For residential construction only, permit coverage terminates on individual lots if the structure(s) are finished and temporary erosion prevention and downgradient perimeter control is complete and the residence sells to the homeowner. 72.G.6. ❑ For construction projects on agricultural land (e.g., pipelines across cropland), owner(s)/operator(s) must return the disturbed land to its preconstruction agricultural use. 72.H. If applicable, additional requirements for discharges to special and impaired waters: 72.1-1.1. ❑ Owner(s)/operator(s) must immediately initiate stabilization of exposed soil areas, and complete the stabilization within seven (7) calendar days after the construction activity in that portion of the site temporarily or permanently ceases. 72.H.2. ❑ Owner(s)/operator(s) must provide a temporary sediment basin for common drainage locations that serve an area with five (5) or more acres disturbed at one time. 72.H.3. ❑ Owner(s)/operator(s) must include an undisturbed buffer zone of not less than 100 linear feet from a special water (not including tributaries) and must maintain this buffer zone at all times, both during construction and as a permanent feature post construction, except where a water crossing or other encroachment is necessary to complete the project. Owner(s)/operator(s) must fully document the circumstance and reasons the buffer encroachment is necessary in the site plans and include restoration activities. Owner(s)/operator(s) must minimize all potential water quality, scenic and other environmental impacts of these exceptions by the use of additional or redundant (double) BMPs and must document this in the site plans for the project. 72.H.4. ❑ Owner(s)/operator(s) must conduct routine site inspections once every three (3) days for projects that discharge to prohibited waters. *73. Permit item 19.5: Does your regulatory mechanism(s) require that owners and operators of construction activity develop site plans that must be submitted to you for review and confirmation that regulatory mechanism(s) requirements have been met, prior to the start of construction activity? © Yes ❑ No *74. Permit item 19.6: Do you have written procedures for site plan reviews to ensure compliance with requirements of the regulatory mechanism(s)? (Note: All or some of this item is a new permit requirement. Compliance with new requirements is required within 12 months after receiving permit coverage.) ❑x Yes ❑ No (Skip to Q76) https://www.pca.state.mn.us 651-296-6300 800-657-3864 Use your preferred relay service Available in alternative formats wq-strm4-49a • 9123120 Page 16 of 32 75. If yes in Q74, do your procedures include the following? (Check all that apply) 75.A. ❑X Written notification to owners and operators of the need to apply for and obtain coverage under the CSW Permit. 75.13. ❑X Use of a written checklist, consistent with the requirements of the regulatory mechanism(s), to document the adequacy of each site plan required. *76. Permit item 19.7: Do you have written procedures for conducting site inspections to determine compliance with your regulatory mechanism(s)? ❑X Yes ❑ No *77. Permit item 19.8: Do you maintain written procedures for identifying high -priority and low -priority sites for inspection? (Note: All or some of this item is a new permit requirement. Compliance with new requirements is required within 12 months after receiving permit coverage.) ❑X Yes ❑ No (Skip to Q79) 78. If yes in Q77, do your procedures include the following? (Check all that apply) 78.A. ❑X A detailed explanation describing how sites will be categorized as either high -priority or low -priority. If checked, how do you prioritize sites for inspection? (Check all that apply) 78.A.1. ❑ Site topography 78.A.2. ❑ Soil characteristics 78.A.3. ❑ Types of receiving water(s) 78.A.4. ❑x Stage of construction 78.A.5. ❑x Compliance history 78.A.6. ❑ Weather conditions 78.A.7. ❑ Citizen complaints 78.A.8. ❑X Project size 78.A.9. 0 Other (describe below): 78.A.10. Flood plain and shoreland area, stormwater treatment 78.13. ❑X A frequency at which you will conduct inspections for high -priority sites. If checked, how often will you inspect high -priority sites? (Check only one) 78.13.1. ❑ More than once every seven (7) days 78.13.2. ❑ Once every seven (7) days 78.13.3. ❑ Once every 14 days 78.13.4. ❑ Once every 21 days 78.13.5. ❑ Once every 30 days 78.13.6. ❑x Other (describe below): 78.13.7. Weekly and after a rain event of 0.5 or greater in a 24 hour period 78.C. ❑X A frequency at which you will conduct inspections for low -priority sites. If checked, how often will you inspect low -priority sites? (Check only one) 78.C.1. ❑ More than once every seven (7) days 78.C.2. ❑ Once every seven (7) days 78.C.3. ❑ Once every 14 days 78.C.4. ❑ Once every 21 days 78.C.5. ❑ Once every 30 days 78.C.6. ❑x Other (describe below): 78.C.7. Initial, project complete, and final warranty. Routine inspections will be performed monthly, after complaints, or more if deemed necessary. https://www.pca.state.mn.us 651-296-6300 800-657-3864 Use your preferred relay service Available in alternative formats wq-strm4-49a • 9123120 Page 17 of 32 78.D. ❑x The name(s) of individual(s) or position title(s) responsible for conducting site inspections: Drew Chirpich, Environmental Specialist *79. Permit item 19.9: Do you use a written checklist to document each site inspection when determining compliance with your regulatory mechanism(s)? (Note: All or some of this item is a new permit requirement. Compliance with new requirements is required within 12 months after receiving permit coverage.) ❑X Yes ❑ No (Skip to Q82) 80. If yes in Q79, are the following items incorporated in your written checklist? (Check all that apply) 80.A. ❑x Stabilization of exposed soils (including stockpiles) 80.13. ❑x Stabilization of ditch and swale bottoms 80.C. ❑x Sediment control BMPs on all downgradient perimeters of the project and upgradient of buffer zones 80.D. ❑x Storm drain inlet protection 80.E. ❑ Energy dissipation at pipe outlets 80.F. ❑x Vehicle tracking BMPs 80.G. ❑x Preservation of a 50 foot natural buffer or redundant sediment controls where stormwater flows to a surface water within 50 feet of disturbed soils 80.1-1. ❑ Owner/operator of construction activity self -inspection records 80.1. ❑x Containment for all liquid and solid wastes generated by washout operations (e.g., concrete, stucco, paint, form release oils, curing compounds, and other construction materials) 80.J. ❑x BMPs maintained and functional 81. Provide any additional information on your process to document site inspections (optional): *82. Permit item 19.10: Do you have written procedures for receipt and consideration of reports of noncompliance or other stormwater related information on construction activity submitted to you by the public? ❑x Yes ❑ No (Skip to Q84) 83. If yes in Q82, please provide your procedures or a description of your procedures (e.g., how the public may submit concerns, typical timeframe for you to investigate reports): The public may submit concerns through the City's website or by calling the City directly. Concerns are investigated as soon as possible but within one business day of receipt. *84. Permit item 19.11: Do individuals receive training commensurate with their responsibilities as they relate to your Construction Site Stormwater Runoff Control program? Individuals includes, but is not limited to, individuals responsible for conducting site plan reviews, site inspections, and/or enforcement. ❑X Yes ❑ No (Skip to Q87) https://www.pca.state.mn.us wq-strm4-49a • 9123120 • 651-296-6300 800-657-3864 Use your preferred relay service Available in alternative formats Page 18 of 32 85. If yes in Q84, do previously trained individuals attend a refresher -training every three (3) calendar years following the initial training? (Note: All or some of this item is a new permit requirement. Compliance with new requirements is required within 12 months after receiving permit coverage.) ❑X Yes ❑ No 86. If yes in Q84, what training do your staff who perform site inspections receive? (Check all that apply) 86.A. ❑x University of Minnesota Erosion and Stormwater Management Certification Program 86.B. ❑ Qualified Compliance Inspector of Stormwater 86.C. ❑ Minnesota Laborers Training Center Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan Installer or Supervisor 86.D. ❑ Minnesota Utility Contractors Association Erosion Control Training 86.E. ❑ Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control 86.F. ❑ Certified Professional in Stormwater Quality 86.G. ❑ Certified Erosion Sediment and Storm Water Inspector 86.H. ❑ Other (describe below): 86.1. *87. Permit item 19.12: Do you maintain written ERPs to compel compliance with your regulatory mechanism(s) in Section 19? (Note: All or some of this item is a new permit requirement. Compliance with new requirements is required within 12 months after receiving permit coverage.) ❑X Yes ❑ No (Skip to Q89) 88. If yes in Q87, which enforcement tools are included in your ERPs? (Check all that apply) 88.A. ❑x Verbal warning 88.B. ❑x Notice of violation 88.C. ❑ Administrative order 88.D. ❑x Stop work order 88.E. ❑ Fine 88.F. ❑x Forfeit of security bond money 88.G. ❑ Withholding of certificate of occupancy 88.H. ❑ Criminal action 88.1. ❑ Civil penalty 88.J. ❑x Other (describe below): 88.K. Cease required inspections (electrical, occupancy, etc.) *89. Please specify name or position title of responsible person(s) for conducting enforcement: Drew Chirpich, Environmental Specialist *90. Permit item 19.13: Do you document each site plan review you conduct? Yes ❑ No (Skip to Q92) 91. If yes in Q90, what do you document in your site plan review process? (Check all that apply) 91.A. ❑x Project name 91.B. ❑x Location 91.C. ❑x Total acreage to be disturbed 91.D. ❑x Owner and operator of the proposed construction activity 91.E. ❑x Proof of notification to obtain coverage under the CSW Permit or proof of coverage under the CSW Permit (Note: All or some of this item is a new permit requirement. Compliance with new requirements is required within 12 months after receiving permit coverage.) 915. ❑x Any stormwater related comments and supporting completed checklist, to determine project approval or denial (Note: All or some of this item is a new permit requirement. Compliance with new requirements is required within 12 months after receiving permit coverage.) https://www.pca.state.mn.us 651-296-6300 800-657-3864 Use your preferred relay service Available in alternative formats wq-strm4-49a • 9123120 Page 19 of 32 *92. Permit item 19.14: Do you document training related to permit item 19.11? ❑x Yes ❑ No (Skip to Q94) 93. If yes in Q92, what do you document? (Check all that apply) 93.A. ❑x General subject matter covered 93.13. ❑x Name(s) and departments of individuals in attendance (Note: All or some of this item is a new permit requirement. Compliance with new requirements is required within 12 months after receiving permit coverage.) 93.C. ❑x Date of each event *94. Permit item 19.15: Do you document enforcement conducted pursuant to your ERPs in item 19.12, including verbal warnings? ❑x Yes ❑ No (Skip to Q96) 95. If yes in Q94, what do you document relating to ERPs for MCM 4? (Check all that apply) 95.A. ❑x Name of the person responsible for violating the terms and conditions of your regulatory mechanism(s) 95.13. ❑x Date(s) and location(s) of the observed violation(s) 95.C. ❑x Description of the violation(s) 95.D. ❑x Corrective action(s) (including completion schedule) that you issued 95.E. ❑x Referrals to other regulatory organizations (if any) 95.F. ❑x Date(s) violation(s) resolved *96. Permit item 12.4: Who is responsible for implementation of this MCM? List name(s) or position title(s): Drew Chirpich, Environmental Specialist 97. Provide any additional information about your current construction site stormwater runoff control program that you would like to share (optional): (Maximum 10 lines of text) MCM 5: Post -construction stormwater management *98. Permit item 20.3: Do you have a post -construction stormwater management regulatory mechanism(s)? ❑X Yes ❑ No (skip to Q102) 99. If yes in Q98, what does your regulatory mechanism(s) consist of? (Check all that apply) 99.A. ❑ Contract language 99.13. ❑x Ordinance 99.C. ❑x Permits 99.D. ❑x Standards 99.E. ❑ Written policies 99.F. ❑ Operational plans 99.G. ❑x Legal agreements 99.H. ❑ Other mechanism(s) (describe below): 99.1. https://www.pca.state.mn.us wq-strm4-49a • 9123120 • 651-296-6300 800-657-3864 Use your preferred relay service Available in alternative formats Page 20 of 32 100. If yes in Q98, provide a website address to the regulatory mechanism(s). If the regulatory mechanism is not available online, briefly describe how a copy of the regulatory mechanism can be obtained: https://library.municode.com/mn/golden valley/codes/code_of ordinances?nodeId=PTIILADE_CH107STMA 101. If yes in Q98, which of the following requirements are incorporated into your regulatory mechanism? (Check all that apply) 101.A. ❑x Permit item 20.4: You must require owners of construction activity to submit site plans with post -construction stormwater management BMPs designed with accepted engineering practices to you for review and confirmation that regulatory mechanism(s) requirements have been met, prior to start of construction activity. 101.B. ❑x Permit item 20.5: You must require owners of construction activity to treat the water quality volume on any project where the sum of the new impervious surface and the fully reconstructed impervious surface equals one or more acres. (Note: All or some of this item is a new permit requirement. Compliance with new requirements is required within 12 months after receiving permit coverage.) 101.C. ❑x Permit item 20.6: For construction activity (excluding linear projects), the water quality volume must be calculated as one (1) inch times the sum of the new and the fully reconstructed impervious surface. (Note: All or some of this item is a new permit requirement. Compliance with new requirements is required within 12 months after receiving permit coverage.) 101.D. ❑x Permit item 20.7: For linear projects, the water quality volume must be calculated as the larger of one (1) inch times the new impervious surface or one-half (0.5) inch times the sum of the new and the fully reconstructed impervious surface. Where the entire water quality volume cannot be treated within the existing right-of-way, a reasonable attempt to obtain additional right-of-way, easement, or other permission to treat the stormwater during the project planning process must be made. Volume reduction practices must be considered first, as described in item 20.8. Volume reduction practices are not required if the practices cannot be provided cost effectively. If additional right-of-way, easements, or other permission cannot be obtained, owners of construction activity must maximize the treatment of the water quality volume prior to discharge from the MS4. (Note: All or some of this item is a new permit requirement. Compliance with new requirements is required within 12 months after receiving permit coverage.) 101.E. ❑x Permit item 20.8: Volume reduction practices (e.g., infiltration or other) to retain the water quality volume on -site must be considered first when designing the permanent stormwater treatment system. This permit does not consider wet sedimentation basins and filtration systems to be volume reduction practices. If this permit prohibits infiltration as described in item 20.9, other volume reduction practices, a wet sedimentation basin, or filtration basin may be considered. 101.F. 0 Permit item 20.9: Infiltration systems must be prohibited when the system would be constructed in areas: a. That receive discharges from vehicle fueling and maintenance areas, regardless of the amount of new and fully reconstructed impervious surface. (Note: All or some of this item is a new permit requirement. Compliance with new requirements is required within 12 months after receiving permit coverage.) b. Where high levels of contaminants in soil or groundwater may be mobilized by the infiltrating stormwater. To make this determination, the owners and/or operators of construction activity must complete the MPCA's site screening assessment checklist, which is available in the Minnesota Stormwater Manual, or conduct their own assessment. The assessment must be retained with the site plans. (Note: All or some of this item is a new permit requirement. Compliance with new requirements is required within 12 months after receiving permit coverage.) c. Where soil infiltration rates are more than 8.3 inches per hour unless soils are amended to slow the infiltration rate below 8.3 inches per hour. (Note: All or some of this item is a new permit requirement. Compliance with new requirements is required within 12 months after receiving permit coverage.) d. With less than three (3) feet of separation distance from the bottom of the infiltration system to the elevation of the seasonally saturated soils or the top of bedrock. e. Of predominately Hydrologic Soil Group D (clay) soils. (Note: All or some of this item is a new permit requirement. Compliance with new requirements is required within 12 months after receiving permit coverage.) f. In an Emergency Response Area (ERA) within a Drinking Water Supply Management Area (DWSMA) as defined in Minn. R. 4720.5100, Subp. 13, classified as high or very high vulnerability as defined by the Minnesota Department of Health. (Note: All or some of this item is a new permit requirement. Compliance with new requirements is required within 12 months after receiving permit coverage.) g. In an ERA within a DWSMA classified as moderate vulnerability unless you perform or approve a higher level of engineering review sufficient to provide a functioning treatment system and to prevent adverse impacts to groundwater. (Note: All or some of this item is a new permit requirement. Compliance with new requirements is required within 12 months after receiving permit coverage.) h. Outside of an ERA within a DWSMA classified as high or very high vulnerability unless you perform or approve a higher level of engineering review sufficient to provide a functioning treatment system and to prevent adverse impacts to groundwater. (Note: All or some of this item is a new permit requirement. Compliance with new requirements is required within 12 months after receiving permit coverage.) i. Within 1,000 feet up -gradient or 100 feet down gradient of active karst features. (Note: All or some of this item is a new permit requirement. Compliance with new requirements is required within 12 months after receiving permit coverage.) https://www.pca.state.mn.us 651-296-6300 800-657-3864 Use your preferred relay service Available in alternative formats wq-strm4-49a • 9123120 Page 21 of 32 j. That receive stormwater runoff from these types of entities regulated under NPDES for industrial stormwater: automobile salvage yards; scrap recycling and waste recycling facilities; hazardous waste treatment, storage, or disposal facilities; or air transportation facilities that conduct deicing activities. 101.G. ❑X Permit item 20.10: For non -linear projects, where the water quality volume cannot cost effectively be treated on the site of the original construction activity, you must identify, or may require owners of the construction activity to identify, locations where off -site treatment projects can be completed. If the entire water quality volume is not addressed on the site of the original construction activity, the remaining water quality volume must be addressed through off -site treatment and, at a minimum, ensure the requirements of permit items 20.11 through 20.14 are met. 101.H. ❑X Permit item 20.11: You must ensure off -site treatment project areas are selected in the following order of preference: a. Locations that yield benefits to the same receiving water that receives runoff from the original construction activity b. Locations within the same DNR catchment area as the original construction activity c. Locations in the next adjacent DNR catchment area up -stream d. Locations anywhere within your jurisdiction 101.1. ❑X Permit item 20.12: Off -site treatment projects must involve the creation of new structural stormwater BMPs or the retrofit of existing structural stormwater BMPs, or the use of a properly designed regional structural stormwater BMP. Routine maintenance of structural stormwater BMPs already required by this permit cannot be used to meet this requirement. 101.J. ❑X Permit item 20.13: Off -site treatment projects must be completed no later than 24 months after the start of the original construction activity. If you determine that more time is needed to complete the treatment project, you must provide the reason(s) and schedule(s) for completing the project in the annual report. 101.K. ❑ Permit item 20.14: If you receive payment from the owner of a construction activity for off -site treatment, you must apply any such payment received to a public stormwater project, and all projects must comply with permit items 20.11 through 20.13. 1011. FX Permit item 20.15: You must include the establishment of legal mechanism(s) between you and owners of structural stormwater BMPs not owned or operated by you, that have been constructed to meet the requirements in Section 20. The legal mechanism(s) must include provisions that, at a minimum: a. Allow you to conduct inspections of structural stormwater BMPs not owned or operated by you, perform necessary maintenance, and assess costs for those structural stormwater BMPs when you determine the owner of that structural stormwater BMP has not ensured proper function. b. Are designed to preserve your right to ensure maintenance responsibility, for structural stormwater BMPs not owned or operated by you, when those responsibilities are legally transferred to another party. c. Are designed to protect/preserve structural stormwater BMPs. If structural stormwater BMPs change, causing decreased effectiveness, new, repaired, or improved structural stormwater BMPs must be implemented to provide equivalent treatment to the original BMP. *102. Permit item 20.16: Do you maintain a written or mapped inventory of structural stormwater BMPs that you do not own or operate that meet all of the following criteria? (Note: All or some of this item is a new permit requirement. Compliance with new requirements is required within 12 months after receiving permit coverage.) a. The structural stormwater BMP includes an executed legal mechanism(s) between you and owners responsible for the long-term maintenance, as required in item 20.15; and b. The structural stormwater BMP was implemented on or after August 1, 2013. ❑X Yes ❑ No *103. Permit item 20.17: Do you to have written procedures for site plan reviews to ensure compliance with requirements of your regulatory mechanism(s)? ❑X Yes ❑ No *104. Permit item 20.18: Do individuals receive training commensurate with their responsibilities as they relate to your Post - Construction Stormwater Management program? Individuals include, but is not limited to, individuals responsible for conducting site plan reviews and/or enforcement. ❑X Yes ❑ No (Skip to Q106) 105. If yes in Q104, do previously trained individuals attend a refresher training every three (3) calendar years following the initial training? (Note: All or some of this item is a new permit requirement. Compliance with new requirements is required within 12 months after receiving permit coverage.) ❑X Yes ❑ No *106. Permit item 20.19: Do you maintain written ERPs to compel compliance with your regulatory mechanism(s) required in Section 20? (Note: All or some of this item is a new permit requirement. Compliance with new requirements is required within 12 months after receiving permit coverage.) ❑X Yes ❑ No (Skip to Q108) https://www.pca.state.mn.us 651-296-6300 800-657-3864 Use your preferred relay service Available in alternative formats wq-strm4-49a • 9123120 Page 22 of 32 107. If yes in Q106, what enforcement tools are included in your ERPs? (Check all that apply) 107.A. ❑x Verbal warning 107.13. ❑x Notice of violation 107.C. ❑ Administrative order 107.D. ❑ Fine 107.E. ❑ Criminal action 1075. ❑ Civil penalty 107.G. ❑ Other (describe below): 107.H. *108. Please specify name or position title of responsible person(s) for conducting enforcement: Drew Chirpich, Environmental Specialist *109. Permit item 20.20: Do you document each site plan review you conduct? ❑R Yes ❑ No (Skip to Q111) 110. If yes in Q109, what do you document in your site plan review process? (Check all that apply) 110.A. ❑x Supporting documentation used to determine compliance, including any calculations for the permanent stormwater treatment system. 110.13. ❑x The water quality volume that will be treated through volume reduction practices compared to the total water quality volume required to be treated. (Note: All or some of this item is anew permit requirement. Compliance with new requirements is required within 12 months after receiving permit coverage.) 110.C. ❑x Documentation associated with off -site treatment projects you authorize, including rationale to support the location of permanent stormwater treatment projects in accordance with items 20.10 and 20.11. (Note: All or some of this item is a new permit requirement. Compliance with new requirements is required within 12 months after receiving permit coverage.) 110.D. ❑x Payments received and used in accordance with permit item 20.14. 110.E. ❑x All legal mechanisms drafted in accordance with permit item 20.15, including date(s) of the agreement(s) and name(s) of all responsible parties involved. *111. Permit item 20.21: Do you document training related to your Post -Construction Stormwater Management program? ❑x Yes ❑ No (Skip to Q113) 112. If yes in Q111, what are you documenting? (Check all that apply) 112.A. ❑x General subject matter covered 112.13. ❑x Names and departments of individuals in attendance (Note: All or some of this item is anew permit requirement. Compliance with new requirements is required within 12 months after receiving permit coverage.) 112.C. ❑x The date of each event *113. Permit item 20.22: Do you document enforcement conducted pursuant to your ERPs in item 20.19, including verbal warnings? ❑X Yes ❑ No (Skip to Q115) 114. If yes in Q113, what do you document relating to ERPs for MCM 5? (Check all that apply) 114.A. ❑x The name of the person responsible for violating the terms and conditions of your regulatory mechanism(s) 114.B. ❑x The date(s) and location(s) of the observed violation(s) 114.C. ❑x A description of the violation(s) 114.D. ❑x Corrective action(s) issued 114.E. ❑x Referrals to other regulatory organizations 114.F. ❑x The date(s) violation(s) are resolved https://www.pca.state.mn.us 651-296-6300 800-657-3864 Use your preferred relay service Available in alternative formats wq-strm4-49a • 9123120 Page 23 of 32 *115. Permit item 12.4: Who is responsible for implementation of this MCM? List name(s) or position title(s): Drew Chirpich, Environmental Specialist 116. Provide any additional information about your current post -construction stormwater management program that you would like to share (optional): (Maximum 10 lines of text) MCM 6: Pollution prevention/Good housekeeping for municipal operations *117. Permit item 21.3: Do you maintain a written or mapped inventory of your owned/operated facilities that contribute pollutants to stormwater discharges? ❑X Yes ❑ No (skip to Q119) 118. If yes in Q117, which of the following facilities do you own and/or operate? (Check all that apply) 118.A. ❑ Composting 118.13. ❑x Equipment storage and maintenance 118.C. ❑ Hazardous waste disposal 118.D. ❑ Hazardous waste handling and transfer 118.E. ❑ Landfill(s) 118.F. ❑x Solid waste handling and transfer 118.G. ❑x Park(s) 118.H. ❑x Pesticide storage 118.1. ❑ Public parking lot(s) 118.J. ❑x Public golf course(s) 118.K. ❑ Public swimming pool(s) 1181. ❑x Public works yard(s) 118.M. ❑ Recycling 118.N. ❑x Salt storage 118.0. ❑x Snow storage 118.P. Vehicle storage and maintenance (e.g., fueling and washing) yard(s) 118.Q. ❑x Materials storage yard(s) 118.R. ❑ Other (describe below): 118.S. *119. Permit item 21.4: Do you implement BMPs to prevent or reduce pollutants in stormwater discharges from municipal operations? ❑x Yes ❑ No (Skip to Q121) https://www.pca.state.mn.us 651-296-6300 800-657-3864 Use your preferred relay service Available in alternative formats wq-strm4-49a • 9123120 Page 24 of 32 120. If yes in Q119, provide additional information on the BMPs you implement to address stormwater discharges from municipal operations (e.g., waste disposal, management of stockpiles, road maintenance): Materials are stored under cover, stockpiles receive perimeter control, paved surfaces are swept routinely. Two environmental manhole structures are in -place at the Public Works facility. *121. Permit item 21.5: Do you implement BMPs at your owned/operated salt storage areas? (Note: All or some of this item is a new permit requirement. Compliance with new requirements is required within 12 months after receiving permit coverage.) ❑X Yes ❑ No (Skip to Q123) 122. If yes in Q121, what BMPs do you have in place at salt storage areas? (Check all that apply) 122.A. ❑x Salt is covered or stored indoors 122.13. Salt stored on an impervious surface 122.C. ❑x Implementation of practices to reduce exposure when transferring material from salt storage areas 122.D. ❑ Other (describe below): 122.E. *123. Permit item 21.6: Do you implement a written snow and ice management policy for individuals that perform winter maintenance activities for you? (Note: All or some of this item is a new permit requirement. Compliance with new requirements is required within 12 months after receiving permit coverage.) ❑x Yes ❑ No (Skip to Q125) 124. If yes in Q123, what practices and procedures for snow and ice control operations are included? (Check all that apply) 124.A. ❑x Plowing or other snow removal practices 124.13. ❑x Sand use 124.C. ❑x Application of deicing compounds 124.D. ❑ Other (describe below): 124.E. *125. Permit item 21.7: Each calendar year, do all individuals that perform winter maintenance activities for you receive training? (Note: All or some of this item is a new permit requirement. Compliance with new requirements is required within 12 months after receiving permit coverage.) Yes ❑ No (Skip to Q127) 126. If yes in Q125, what does the winter maintenance training include? (Check all that apply) 126.A. ❑x The importance of protecting water quality 126.B. ❑x BMPs to minimize the use of deicers 126.C. ❑x Tools and resources to assist in winter maintenance (e.g., deicing application rate guidelines, calibration charts, Smart Salting Assessment Tool) 126.D. ❑ Other (describe below): 126.E. *127. Permit item 21.8: Do you maintain written procedures for determining TSS and total phosphorus (TP) treatment effectiveness of all owned/operated ponds constructed and used for the collection and treatment of stormwater? ❑x Yes ❑ No https://www.pca.state.mn.us wq-strm4-49a • 9123120 • 651-296-6300 800-657-3864 Use your preferred relay service Available in alternative formats Page 25 of 32 *128. Permit item 21.9: Do you inspect structural stormwater BMPs (excluding stormwater ponds, which are under a separate schedule) each calendar year to determine structural integrity, proper function, and maintenance needs (excluding structural stormwater BMPs where the inspection frequency has been adjusted)? ❑X Yes ❑ No *129. Do you have a different inspection frequency (i.e., more or less than each calendar year) for any of your structural stormwater BMPs? ❑ Yes ❑ No (Skip to Q131) 130. If yes in Q129, what led to your adjusted inspection frequency? (Check all that apply) 130.A. [:]Complaints received or patterns of maintenance indicated a greater frequency was necessary. 130.13. ❑ Determined maintenance or sediment removal was not required after completion of the first two calendar year inspections. 130.C. ❑ Other (describe below): 130.D. *131. Permit item 21.10: Do you inspect all ponds and outfalls (excluding underground outfalls) each permit term in order to determine structural integrity, proper function, and maintenance needs? ❑x Yes ❑ No (Skip to Q133) 132. If yes in Q131, describe the frequency of inspections: Ponds and outfalls are inspected once every five years on a rotating schedule. *133. Permit item 21.12: Do you implement a stormwater management training program commensurate with individual's responsibilities as they relate to your SWPPP, including reporting and assessment activities? Training materials can be from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), state and regional agencies, or other organizations as appropriate to meet this requirement. ❑X Yes ❑ No (Skip to Q135) 134. If yes in Q133, what does your stormwater management training program include? (Check all that apply) 134.A. ❑x The importance of protecting water quality. 134.B. ❑x Cover the requirements of the permit relevant to the responsibilities of the individual. 134.C. ❑x A schedule that establishes initial training for individuals, including new and/or seasonal employees, and recurring training intervals to address changes in procedures, practices, techniques, or requirements. 134.D. ❑ Other (describe below): 134.E. 134.F. Additional information for checked items (optional): *135. Permit item 21.13: Do you document information associated with the operations and maintenance program? ❑x Yes ❑ No (Skip to Q137) 136. If yes in Q135, what are you documenting? (Check all that apply) 136.A. ❑x Date(s) and description of findings, including whether or not an illicit discharge is detected, for all inspections conducted in accordance with items 21.9 and 21.10. 136.B. ❑x Any adjustments to inspection frequency as authorized in item 21.9. 136.C. Date(s) and a description of maintenance conducted as a result of inspection findings, including whether or not an illicit discharge is detected. https://www.pca.state.mn.us wq-strm4-49a • 9123120 • 651-296-6300 800-657-3864 Use your preferred relay service Available in alternative formats Page 26 of 32 136.D. ❑x Schedule(s) for maintenance of structural stormwater BMPs and outfalls when necessary maintenance cannot be completed within one year of discovery (Note: All or some of this item is a new permit requirement. Compliance with new requirements is required within 12 months after receiving permit coverage.) 136.E. ❑x Stormwater management training events, including general subject matter covered, names and departments of individuals in attendance, and date of each event. *137. Permit item 21.14: Do you document pond sediment excavation and removal activities? ❑X Yes ❑ No (Skip to Q139) 138. If yes in Q137, what pond sediment excavation and removal activity information is documented? (Check all that apply) 138.A. ❑x A unique ID number and geographic coordinate of each stormwater pond from which sediment is removed. 138.B. ❑x The volume (e.g., cubic yards) of sediment removed from each stormwater pond. 138.C. ❑x Results from any testing of sediment from each removal activity. 138.D. ❑x Location(s) of final disposal of sediment from each stormwater pond. 138.E. Additional information for checked items (optional): *139. Permit item 12.4: Who is responsible for implementation of this MCM? List name(s) or position title(s). Tim Kieffer, Director of Public Works 140. Provide any additional information about your current pollution prevention/good housekeeping for municipal operations program that you would like to share (optional): (Maximum 10 lines of text) Discharges to Impaired Waters with an EPA -Approved TMDL that Includes an Applicable Waste Load Allocation (WLA) To determine if you have an applicable WLA(s), please reference the MPCA's MS4 Permit TMDL Application Form webpage at https://stormwater.pca.state.mn.us/index.php?title=Guidance for completing the MS4 Permit TMDL Application Form. *141. Permit item 22.3: Do you have an applicable WLA where a reduction in pollutant loading is required for bacteria? ❑X Yes ❑ No (Skip to Q146) 142. If yes in Q141, do you maintain a written or mapped inventory of potential areas and sources of bacteria (e.g., dense populations of waterfowl or other bird, dog parks)? (Note: All orsome of this item is a new permit requirement. Compliance with new requirements is required within 12 months after receiving permit coverage.) ❑ Yes ❑ No (Skip to Q145) 143. If yes in Q142, do you maintain a written plan to prioritize reduction activities to address the areas and sources identified in the inventory? The written plan must include BMPs you will implement over the permit term. (Note: All or some of this item is a new permit requirement. Compliance with new requirements is required within 12 months after receiving permit coverage.) ❑ Yes ❑ No (Skip to Q145) 144. If yes in Q143, which of the following are included in your written plan? (Check all that apply) 144.A. ❑ Water quality monitoring to determine areas of high bacteria loading. 144.13. ❑ Installation of pet waste pick-up bags in parks and open spaces. 144.C. ❑ Elimination of over -spray irrigation at permittee land owned areas. https://www.pca.state.mn.us 651-296-6300 800-657-3864 Use your preferred relay service Available in alternative formats wq-strm4-49a • 9123120 Page 27 of 32 144.D. ❑ Removal of organic matter via street sweeping. 144.E. ❑ Implementation of infiltration structural stormwater BMPs. 144.F. ❑ Management of areas that attract dense populations of waterfowl (e.g., riparian plantings). 144.G. ❑ Other (describe below): 144.H. 145. Permit item 12.9: If yes in Q141, who is or will be responsible for implementation of this required component (i.e., inventory, plan, and BMP implementation)? List name(s) or position title(s): Drew Chirpich, Environmental Specialist *146. Permit item 22.5: Do you have an applicable WLA where a reduction in pollutant loading is required for chloride? Yes ❑ No (Skip to Q151) 147. If yes in Q146, do you document the amount of deicer applied each winter maintenance season to all your owned/operated surfaces? (Note: All or some of this item is a new permit requirement. Compliance with new requirements is required within 12 months after receiving permit coverage.) ❑x Yes ❑ No 148. If yes in Q146, each calendar year do you conduct an assessment of your winter maintenance operations to reduce the amount of deicing salt applied to your owned/operated surfaces and determine current and future opportunities to improve BMPs? You may use the MPCA's Smart Salting Assessment Tool or other available resources and methods to complete this assessment. The assessment must be documented. (Note: All orsome of this item is a new permit requirement. Compliance with new requirements is required within 12 months after receiving permit coverage.) ❑R Yes ❑ No (Skip to Q150) 149. If yes in Q148, what does your winter maintenance operations assessment include? (Check all that apply) 149.A. ❑x Operational changes such as pre -wetting, pre -treating the salt stockpile, increasing plowing prior to deicing, monitoring of road surface temperature, etc. 149.13. ❑x Implementation of new or modified equipment providing pre -wetting, or other capability for minimizing salt use. 149.C. ❑x Regular calibration of equipment. 149.D. ❑x Optimizing mechanical removal to reduce use of deicers. 149.E. ❑ Designation of no salt and/or low salt zones. 149.F. ❑ Other (describe below): 149.G. 149.H. Additional information for checked items (optional): 150. Permit item 12.9: If yes in Q146, who is or will be responsible for implementation of this required component (i.e., documenting deicer applied and winter maintenance operations assessment)? List name(s) or position title(s): Marshall Beugen, Street and Vehicle Maintenance Superintendent *151. Permit item 22.7: Do you have an applicable WLA where a reduction in pollutant loading is required for temperature? ❑ Yes ❑ No (Skip to Q155) https://www.pca.state.mn.us wq-strm4-49a • 9123120 • 651-296-6300 800-657-3864 Use your preferred relay service Available in alternative formats Page 28 of 32 152. If yes in Q151, do you maintain a written plan that identifies specific activities you will implement to reduce thermal loading during the permit term? (Note: All or some of this item is a new permit requirement. Compliance with new requirements is required within 12 months after receiving permit coverage.) ❑ Yes ❑ No (Skip to Q154) 153. If yes in Q152, what activities does the plan include? (Check all that apply) 153.A. ❑ Implementation of infiltration BMPs such as bioinfiltration practices 153.13. ❑ Disconnection and/or reduction of impervious surfaces 153.C. ❑ Retrofitting existing structural stormwater BMPs 153.D. ❑ Improvement of riparian vegetation 153.E. ❑ Other (describe below): 1535. 153.G. Provide any additional information about your written plan (optional): 154. Permit item 12.9: If yes in Q151, who is or will be responsible for implementation of this required component? List name(s) or position title(s): *155. Permit item 12.8: Do you have an applicable WLA(s) for oxygen demand, nitrate, TSS, or TP? ❑X Yes - If yes, you must complete the corresponding tabs in the MS4 Permit TMDL Application (available on the MPCA's website at https://stormwater.pca.state.mn.us/index.phP?title=Guidance for completing the MS4 Permit TMDL Application Form) and submit it with this application. ❑ No Alum or Ferric Chloride Phosphorus Treatment Systems *156. Permit Section 23: Do you own and/or operate an Alum or Ferric Chloride Phosphorus Treatment System within your MS4? ❑ Yes - If yes, complete questions 157-173 as directed. ❑No (Skip to Q174) 157. Provide the geographic coordinates of the alum or ferric chloride phosphorus treatment system, in decimal degrees. (Approximate centroid of treatment system within five-foot accuracy): 157.A. Latitude: 157.B. Longitude: 158. Who is responsible for the operation of the treatment system? List name(s) or position title(s): 159.A. Provide the date the system first became operational (mm/dd/yyyy): https://www.pca.state.mn.us 651-296-6300 800-657-3864 Use your preferred relay service Available in alternative formats wq-strm4-49a • 9123120 Page 29 of 32 For question 159.E-G, provide information for calendar year 2020. 159.B. For each month, provide the number of days the system was operational: 159.13.1. January: 159.13.2. February: 159.13.3. March: 159.13.4. April: 159.13.5. May: 159.13.6. June: 159.13.7. July: 159.13.8. August: 159.13.9. September: 159.13.10. October: 159.B.11. November: 159.13.12. December: 159.C. What chemical(s) was used for treatment: 159.C.1. ❑ Alum 159.C.2. ❑ Ferric Chloride 159.D. Provide the number of gallons of water treated: 159.E. Provide the number of gallons of alum or ferric chloride treatment used: 159.F. Provide the calculated pounds of phosphorous removed: 159.G. Describe any performance issue(s) and the corrective action(s), including the date(s) when corrective action(s) were taken: 160. Permit item 23.3: Which of the following requirements are you meeting? (Check all that apply) 160.A. ❑ Your treatment system is for the treatment of phosphorus in stormwater. Non-stormwater discharges must not be treated by this system. 160.13. ❑ Your treatment system is contained within the conveyances and structural stormwater BMPs of the MS4. The utilized conveyances and structural stormwater BMPs do not include any receiving waters. 160.C. ❑ Phosphorus treatment systems utilizing chemicals other than alum or ferric chloride receive written approval from the MPCA. 160.D. ❑ In -lake phosphorus treatment activities are not authorized. 161. Permit item 23.3: Which of the following design parameters does your treatment system include? (Check all that apply) 161.A. ❑ The treatment system is constructed in a manner that diverts the stormwater flow to be treated from the main conveyance system. 161.B. ❑ A high flow bypass is part of the inlet design. 161.C. ❑ A flocculent storage/settling area is incorporated into the design, and adequate maintenance access is provided (minimum of eight feet wide) for the removal of accumulated sediment. 162. Permit item 23.5: Do you have a designated person perform visual monitoring of the treatment system for proper performance at least once every seven (7) days, and within 24 hours after a rainfall event greater than 2.5 inches in 24 hours? ❑ Yes ❑ No (Skip to Q164) 163. If yes in Q162, please list the name(s) of the individual(s) or position title(s): https://www.pca.state.mn.us 651-296-6300 800-657-3864 Use your preferred relay service Available in alternative formats wq-strm4-49a • 9123120 Page 30 of 32 164. Permit item 23.5: Following visual monitoring which occurs within 24 hours after a rainfall event, do you conduct the next visual monitoring of your system seven (7) days after that rainfall event? ❑ Yes ❑ No 165. Permit item 23.6: Does your treatment system utilize three (3) benchmark monitoring stations? Table 1 in Appendix A in the permit must be used for the parameters, units of measure, and frequency of measurement for each station. ❑ Yes ❑ No 166. Permit item 23.7: Do you collect grab samples or flow -weighted 24-hour composite samples at your treatment system? ❑ Yes ❑ No 167. Permit item 23.8: Are your treatment system samples, excluding potential of hydrogen (pH) samples, analyzed by a laboratory certified by the Minnesota Department of Health and/or the MPCA? ❑ Yes ❑ No 168. Which of the following do your sample tests include? (Check all that apply) 168.A. ❑ Sample preservation and test procedures for the analysis of pollutants that conform to 40 CFR Part 136 and Minn. R. 7041.3200. 168.13. ❑ Detection limits for dissolved phosphorus, dissolved aluminum, and dissolved iron that are a minimum of 6 micrograms per liter (dig/L), 10 dig/L, and 20 dig/L, respectively. 168.0 ❑ pH that is measured within 15 minutes of sample collection using calibrated and maintained equipment. 169. Permit item 23.9: In the following situation(s) do you perform corrective action(s) and immediately notify the Minnesota Department of Public Safety Duty Officer? (Check all that apply) 169.A. ❑ The pH of the discharged water is not within the range of 6.0 and 9.0. 169.13. ❑ Indications of toxicity or measurements exceeding water quality standards which could endanger human health, public drinking water supplies, or the environment. 169.C. ❑ A spill or discharge or alteration resulting in water pollution, as defined in Minn. Stat. § 115.01, subd. 13, of alum or ferric chloride. 170. Permit item 23.13: Do you conduct site -specific jar testing using typical and representative water samples in accordance with the most current approved version of ASTM D2035? (Note: All or some of this item is a new permit requirement. Compliance with new requirements is required within 12 months after receiving permit coverage.) ❑ Yes ❑ No 171. Permit item 23.14: Do you have baseline concentrations of the following parameters in the influent and receiving waters at your treatment system location? (Check all that apply) 171.A. ❑ Aluminum or iron 171.13. ❑ Phosphorus 172. Permit item 23.15: Do you have the following system parameters and how each was determined at your treatment system location? (Check all that apply) 172.A. ❑ Flocculant settling velocity 172.13. ❑ Minimum required retention time 172.C. ❑ Rate of diversion of stormwater into the system 172.D. ❑ The flow rate from the discharge of the outlet structure 172.E. ❑ Range of expected dosing rates 173. Permit item 23.16: Have you developed the following site -specific procedures? (Check all that apply) 173.A. ❑ Procedures for the installation, operation and maintenance of all pumps, generators, control systems, and other equipment. 173.B. ❑ Specific parameters for determining when the solids must be removed from the system and how the solids will be handled and disposed of. 173.C. ❑ Procedures for cleaning up and/or containing a spill of each chemical stored on site. Complete last page and submit using Adobe Acrobat Reader. (If you do not have Acrobat Reader, you can download a free version at https://get.adobe.com/reader/.) https://www.pca.state.mn.us 651-296-6300 800-657-3864 Use your preferred relay service Available in alternative formats wq-strm4-49a • 9123120 Page 31 of 32 Additional information 174. Provide any additional information about your current Stormwater Pollution Prevention Program (SWPPP) that you would like to share (optional): (Maximum 30 lines of text) The TMDL study area for Medicine Lake encompasses the western side of Golden Valley. The TMDL study area shapefile was used from the sharebase site. Medicine Lake TMDL is a categorical TMDL, where Golden valley is 1.7% of the watershed area. The existing wasteload allocation for Golden Valley is 70 lb/year. The required WLA is 52.4 Ib/yr, which is a reduction of 25% or 17.6 pounds. Using MPCA Simple Estimator a BMP was installed in 2018 that removed 17.5 pounds and street sweeping three times a year was used for a reduction of 3.3 pounds. Therefore, the WLA for Medicine Lake was met. The TMDL study area for Sweeney Lake encompasses a majority of Golden Valley. The TMDL study area shapefile was used from the sharebase site. Sweeney Lake TMDL is a categorical TMDL, where Golden valley is 77% of the watershed area. The existing wasteload allocation for Golden Valley is 442.5 lb/year. The required WLA is 375.8 Ib/yr, which is a reduction of 15% or 66.7 pounds. Using MPCA Simple Estimator all of the watershed drains to multiple sumps that removes 67.7 pounds. Street sweeping three times a year was used for a reduction of 30.7 pounds. Therefore, the WLA for Sweeney Lake was met. Complete last page and submit using Adobe Acrobat Reader. (If you do not have Acrobat Reader, you can download a free version at https://get.adobe.com/reader/.) Submit I Reset https://www.pca.state.mn.us 651-296-6300 800-657-3864 Use your preferred relay service Available in alternative formats wq-strm4-49a • 9123120 Page 32 of 32 3/30/2021 GreenStep Cities Municipal Stormwater Management Assessment Municipal Stormwater Minnesota Management Assessment GreenStep Citif INTRODUCTION Thank you for your interest in answering 45 questions that assess the degree to which your city is taking both simple and innovative actions to improve stormwater management, improve water quality, and adapt to climate changes in Minnesota. Questions in this Snap Surveys tool cover broad green infrastructure areas that are generally not covered by government regulatory programs. After completing this questionnaire, a score between 1 and 100 percent will be reported. A second score, based on your answers to 23 questions related to resilience to climate change, will also be reported. Taking this assessment and receiving a score can be used in several ways: (1) To quickly learn about a wide range of stormwater management options, via the questions and associated informational links to the MPCA's Stormwater Manual site (2) To see Minnesota Cities' collective stormwater management efforts (3) To gather a baseline measure of actions, and to compare that to a subsequent year (which could be 2 or 3 years later) when you retake the assessment (4) To report your score, and subsequent improvement, to community members and to your city council (5) To claim credit for the GreenStep best practice # 17, under BP action 17.2 (6) To claim credit for GreenStep Metric # 9, which is required for recognition at Step 4 and Step 5 in the GreenStep Cities program. 9.1 Stormwater Assessment Score (%) and 9.2 Climate Adapation Stormwater Score (%). INSTRUCTIONS For your convenience, you may find the PDF version of this questionnaire here. In order to accurately score your assessment, the questionnaire requires you to answer all questions, and as such, you may select "I don't know/not specified" for most questions. Please note that selecting this option will assign a score of 0, but you may return to earlier questions and amend their answers as needed. Upon completion of the assessment, you will receive your scores and be asked to submit these results under one or both of the GreenStep best practice action 17.2 and the GreenStep Step 4/5 metrics 9.1 and 9.2. Anonymous responses from all cities may be shared with MPCA staff, but NOT associated with your city name, in order for staff to provide better stormwater assistance to cities. Your honesty in answering these questions is important, and your privacy will be respected. The goal of this assessment is city self -directed improvement complementary to improvements pursued under city programs and under various government regulatory programs. Should you have any questions or comments about this assessment or individual questions in it, feel free to use the GreenStep Cities contact page. The GreenStep Cities and MPCA program staff value your feedback and will use it to improve the assessment questions (and points per question) each year. Contact Information Name of community Golden Valley Your name Story Schwantes https://survey.mn.gov/siam/surveylanding/printerviewer.asp?sid=f5cfd799e61 b419ba19fabbc79d59ade 1/10 3/30/2021 GreenStep Cities Municipal Stormwater Management Assessment Your email address sschwantes@goldenvalleymn.gov Time period associated with this assessment 2020 SECTION ONE - Planning & Preservation Water Friendly Development Patterns Q1 Does your community comprehensive plan allow sprawl -limiting strategies? QQ (variable) Yes Q (0 points) No Q (0 pts) I don't know / not specified Q1a Please select all that apply: p (1 point) Mixed -use development by right p (1 pt) Compact development outside of the downtown zoning district (greater than 3 residential units/acre) Q (1 pt) Transfer of development rights p (1 pt) Other applicable Q2 Does your community have any incentives specifically targeted to 'brownfield' development and redevelopment sites? QQ (variable) Yes Q (Opts) No Q (0 pts) I don't know / not specified Q2a Please select all that apply: O (1 pt) Density bonus p (1 pt) Funding for remediation O (1 pt) Streamlined permitting (1 pt) Reduced impact fees p (1 pt) Tax increment financing Q3 In your stormwater ordinance, is there a definition of green infrastructure or low -impact development (LID) -- better management of stormwater while aiming to achieve other environmental, public health, social, and economic benefits? (Select one) * (1 pt) Yes Q (Opts) No Q (0 pts) I don't know / not specified Q4 Does your community have a climate adaptation plan in place to address potential impacts of climate change on community water resource management? (Select one) QQ (1 pt) Yes, we have our own plan Q (1 pt) Yes, we follow a regional plan for another agency Q (Opts) No Q (0 pts) I don't know / not specified Natural Resource Preservation & Management Q5 Does your community comprehensive plan include an inventory of high quality natural resource areas and are land -use decisions guided by the natural resource inventory in order to protect these areas from development? (Select one) QQ (4 pts) Yes, a Natural Resource Inventory or Natural Resource Assessment is incorporated into the subdivision or development process Q (1 pt) Yes, inventoried p (Opts) No Q (0 pts) I don't know / not specified https://survey.mn.gov/siam/surveylanding/printerviewer.asp?sid=f5cfd799e6l b419ba19fabbc79d59ade 2/10 3/30/2021 GreenStep Cities Municipal Stormwater Management Assessment Q6 Does your community allow filling for development within the floodplain and if so, are restrictions imposed that include excluding storage of hazardous materials and requiring compensatory flood storage to offset fill? (Select one) QQ (3 pts) No fill within FEMA and locally defined floodplain allowed Q (2 pts) No fill within FEMA floodplain allowed p (1 pt) Fill allowed with the above restrictions Q (-1 pt) Fill allowed without restrictions Q (0 pts) I don't know / not specified p (N/A) Not applicable in my community Q7 Does your community protect high quality or sensitive wetlands through a resource management plan or wetland management plan? (Select one) QQ (2 pts) Yes, plan exceeds state Wetland Conservation Act standards Q (1 pt) Yes, plan meets state standards Q (Opts) No Q (0 pts) I don't know / not specified p (N/A) Not applicable in my community Q8 Do your buffer standards for lakes, streams, constructed ponds, and wetlands include any floodplain, steep slope, vegetation or resource quality considerations? QQ (variable) Yes Q (Opts) No Q (0 pts) I don't know / not specified Q (N/A) Not applicable in my community Q8a Please select all the buffer standards that apply: O (1 pt) Additional buffer width to encompass 100-year floodplain O (1 pt) Additional buffer width in areas with slopes 9% or greater Ip (1 pt) Buffer language clearly specifies vegetated cover requirements (1 pt) Expanded stream buffer requirements for sensitive resources, such as high -quality wetlands, trout streams and/or Outstanding Resource Water Bodies (ORVWs) Q9 Does your community have land use protections and/or development restrictions that preserve slopes 18% or greater in a stable, undisturbed vegetated state? (Select one) Q (2 pts) Yes QQ (Opts) No Q (0 pts) I don't know / not specified Q (N/A) Not applicable in my community Q10 Does your community encourage the establishment and sustainability of urban forests through the following strategies? (Select all that apply) p Insect & disease control, including ash preservation p Increased care during tree establishment Ip Increased indigenous diversity of tree species Ip Tree protection and replacement ordinance Ip Street reconstruction (including road diet lane conversions) that increases width of boulevard tree right-of-way Standards that address soil compaction during and after development/redevelopment of private land, and of public land like street boulevards Ip Stable funding for shade tree program, goals for increasing canopy coverage, or Tree City USA The urban forest strategies above score as follows: - (8 pts) At least 5 of the above strategies including soil compaction standards - (5 pts) At least 4 of the above strategies including tree program/goals/Tree City -(3 pts) At least 4 of the above strategies -(2 pts) At least 3 of the above strategies - (1 pt) At least 2 of the above strategies -(0 pts) One or none of the above strategies Stormwater Management Funding & Incentives https://survey.mn.gov/siam/surveylanding/printerviewer.asp?sid=f5cfd799e6l b4l9bal9fabbc79d59ade 3/10 3/30/2021 GreenStep Cities Municipal Stormwater Management Assessment Q11 Does your community have any of the following stable, ongoing, yearly stormwater management funding mechanisms? (Select one) QQ (3 pts) Stormwater Utility User Fee Q (3 pts) Other Q (0 pts) No p (0 pts) I don't know / not specified Q12 Does your community provide incentives (e.g. a reduced stormwater utility fee for sites that reduce their impervious surface) for retrofitting stormwater best management practices in previously developed sites? (Select one) Q (3 pts) Yes for commercial, industrial, institutional and residential Q (2 pts) Yes for only commercial, institutional and industrial Q (1 pt) Yes for only residential QQ (0 pts) No p (0 pts) I don't know / not specified Q13 Has your community adopted a stable funding mechanism for land acquisition of high quality natural resource and/or riparian buffer areas? (Select one) Q (5 pts) Yes, land is placed in a trust QQ (1 pt) Yes p (0 pts) No Q (0 pts) I don't know / not specified SECTION TWO - Stormwater Management Standards, Policies & Practices Impervious Cover Management Q14 For public, residential access and sub -collector streets (with fewer than 500 average daily trips) what is the minimum roadway_pavement width allowed in your community? (Select one) QQ (4 pts) 24 feet or less p (2 pts) 25-26 feet Q (1 pts) 27-28 feet O (-1 pt) Greater than 28 feet p (0 pts) I don't know / not specified Q15 Does your community allow proof -of -parking or shared driveways to minimize impervious surface? (Select one) QQ (1 pt) Yes Q (0 pts) No Q (0 pts) I don't know / not specified Q16 Does your community have any of the following off-street parking lot/ramp regulations (for example, number of required parking spaces per 1000 sq. ft. or per seat) in its zoning/development code? (Select one) Q (8 pts) Parking space maximums exist and there are no parking space minimums city-wide O (6 pts) Parking space maximums exist city-wide and there are no parking space minimums in select zoning districts/for select development types QQ (4 pts) Parking space maximums and parking space minimums exist in select zoning districts/for select development types O (2 pts) City has parking space minimums city-wide, or in select zoning districts/for select development types, AND gives a parking stall reduction credit for installed bicycle parking Q (1 pt) City only has parking space minimums city-wide, or in select zoning districts/for select development types p (0 pts) I don't know / not specified Q17 What are your standard parking space dimensions? (Select one) p (3 pts) Stalls 8.5' x 18' with 22' maximum aisle and driveway widths Q (2 pts) Stall width 9 feet or less QQ (1 pt) Stall width 9.1 to 9.9 feet p (0 pts) Stall width greater than 9.9 feet or dimensions not regulated Q (0 pts) I don't know / not specified https:Hsurvey.mn.gov/siam/surveylanding/printerviewer.asp?sid=f5cfd799e6l b419ba19fabbc79d59ade 4/10 3/30/2021 GreenStep Cities Municipal Stormwater Management Assessment Q18 Does your community encourage curb -cuts, ribbon curb, roundabouts, or right of way swales for infiltration and conveyance of stormwater runoff in lieu of curb -and -gutter along residential roadways? (Select one) Q (5 pts) Yes, allowed and encouraged QQ (2 pts) Yes, allowed Q (Opts) No Q (0 pts) I don't know / not specified Q19 For new residential lots, does your community require or encourage impervious surfaces like roofs and driveways to drain to vegetated areas? (Select one) Q (3 pts) Required QQ (1 pt) Encouraged Q (Opts) No p (0 pts) I don't know / not specified Q20 Does your community require or encourage parking area landscaping with vegetated practices (e.g. bioretention, curb - cuts, ribbon curb, tree trenches, or swales) for stormwater volume and/or water quality management? (Select one) Q (3 pts) Required QQ (1 pt) Encouraged Q (Opts) No Q (0 pts) I don't know / not specified Q21 Does your community allow & encourage pervious permeable surfaces on residential/commercial area sidewalks and parking lots? QQ (variable) Yes Q (Opts) No Q (0 pts) I don't know / not specified Q21 a Please select all that apply: Q (1 pt) Yes on residential/commercial sidewalks Q (1 pt) Yes on residential/commercial parking lots Q22 How does your community address native vegetation and turf alternatives on residential and commercial sites? (Select one) Q (3 pts) We incentivize native plantings, including turf replacement QQ (2 pts) We promote native plantings, including turf replacement Q (1 pts) We allow native plantings, including turf replacement Q (Opts) Not addressed p (0 pts) I don't know / not specified Q23 Does your community encourage green roof installations as part of its building permit process? (Select one) p (3 pts) Yes, green roofs (with or without a cistern) are incentivized by financial and/or regulatory measures Q (2 pts) Yes, green roofs are encouraged and allowed by -right if they meet certain engineering standards * (1 pt) Yes, green roofs are allowed and information about green roofs is made available to developers p (0 pts) No mention/encouragement of green roofs Q (0 pts) I don't know / not specified Stormwater Management Policies Q24 For new development, does the permitting agency apply community stormwater management standards to all new impervious surfaces, or is a minimum threshold (de minimis) included? (Select one) O (10 pts) Standards apply to all new impervious surfaces Q (8 pts) Standards apply to 10,000 sq. ft. or more of new impervious surface QQ (4 pts) Standards apply to .5 acres or more of new impervious surface O (1 pt) Standards apply to 1 acre or more of new impervious surface Q (1 pt) Standards apply to any net increase of impervious surface in a development project Q (0 pts) No Q (0 pts) I don't know / not specified https://survey.mn.gov/siam/surveylanding/printerviewer.asp?sid=f5cfd799e6l b419ba19fabbc79d59ade 5/10 3/30/2021 GreenStep Cities Municipal Stormwater Management Assessment Q25 For new development, does the permitting authority apply community stormwater standards requiring rate control based on the difference between a baseline -condition and post -development runoff condition? (Select one) Q (5 pts) Yes, our baseline condition is Pre -European settlement Q (3 pts) Yes, our baseline condition approximates woods/prairie grass in good condition QQ (2 pts) Yes, our baseline is pre -development (existing) conditions and it is consistent with MIDS Q (1 pt) Yes, our baseline is pre -development (existing) conditions Q (1 pt) Yes, our baseline is consistent with MIDS p (0 pts) No Q (0 pts) I don't know / not specified Q26 Does your community require best management practices (BMPs) for all new development that will result in at least 90% reduction in total -suspended -solids (TSS) and/or at least 60% reduction in total phosphorous (TIP)? (Select one) QQ (3 pts) Yes, my community follows MIDS or a more stringent/protective standard Q (2 pts) Yes Q (Opts) No p (0 pts) I don't know / not specified Q27 Are post -construction sediment and nutrient loading requirements customized to downstream water resources, such as critical habitat, impaired waters, Outstanding Resource Water Bodies (ORVWs)? (Select one) QQ (3 pts) Yes Q (Opts) No Q (0 pts) I don't know / not specified Q28 Are there post -construction runoff volume requirements for downstream river erosion protection? (Select one) Q (6 pts) Yes, no runoff volume increase for the 10-yr, 24-hr event Q (4 pts) Yes, no runoff volume increase for the 5-yr, 24-hr event p (2 pts) Yes, no runoff volume increase for the 2-yr, 24-hr event QQ (0 pts) No Q (0 pts) I don't know / not specified Q (N/A) Not applicable in my community Q29 [For non-MS4s only] Has your community adopted an erosion and sediment control ordinance that align with MS4 permit requirements? (Select one) O (10 pts) Yes Q (Opts) No Q (0 pts) I don't know / not specified QQ (N/A) MS4 - not applicable in my community Q30 Do your community stormwater management standards specify pretreatment sizing standards for stormwater prior to discharge into all permanent structural best management practices (BMPs)? (Select one) QQ (2 pts) Yes Q (Opts) No Q (0 pts) I don't know / not specified Q31 Do your community stormwater management standards apply to all redevelopment, which includes reconstruction of linear projects? (Select one) Q (9 pts) Yes, we apply MIDS or a more stringent/protective standard to all redevelopment Q (7 pts) Yes, standards apply to all redevelopment QQ (4 pts) Yes, standards apply only to redevelopment projects with a net increase in impervious surface Q (Opts) No p (0 pts) I don't know / not specified Q32 Does your community encourage or require water conservation strategies? QQ (variable) Yes Q (Opts) No Q (0 pts) I don't know / not specified https://survey.mn.gov/siam/surveylanding/printerviewer.asp?sid=f5cfd799e6l b419ba19fabbc79d59ade 6/10 3/30/2021 GreenStep Cities Municipal Stormwater Management Assessment Q32a Please select all water conservation strategies that apply: O (5 pts) Stormwater water reuse incentives O (3 pts) Stormwater water reuse standards (2 pts) Encourage or require irrigation systems to be retrofitted with Smart irrigation systems that track weather patterns and mitigate unnecessary watering p (1 pt) Use of low-water vegetation O (1 pt) Water Conservation Rate Structure that exceeds DNR minimum requirements p (1 pt) Other water conservation strategies Please describe: Isanitary sewer inflow and infiltration ordinance to prevent clear water from entering sewers Q33 Does your community require & enforce maintenance agreements for privately maintained stormwater facilities? (Select one) QQ (3 pts) Yes Q (0 pts) No Q (0 pts) I don't know / not specified SECTION THREE - Stormwater Pollution Prevention Education & Community Programs Q34 Does your community participate in stormwater pollution prevention education & outreach programs? QQ (variable) Yes Q (0 pts) No Q (0 pts) I don't know / not specified Q34a Please select all programs that apply: p (1 pt) Metro Blooms educational workshops or Blue Thumb program participation (within last 3 years) O (1 pt) The NEMO Program (within last 3 years) (1 pt) The Clean Water Minnesota Media Campaign (annually) p (1 pt) Other similar programs Please describe: storm sewer stenciling, adopt -a -pond, newsletter articles, and webpage stories Q35 Does your community have residential and business education efforts? QQ (variable) Yes Q (0 pts) No Q (0 pts) I don't know / not specified Q35a Please select all that apply: O (2 pts) Educational stormwater pollution prevention workshops for residents O (2 pts) Education and outreach program for local businesses ip (2 pts) A storm drain stenciling program p (2 pts) Sponsorship of community education events and/or clean ups Q (2 pts) Adopt -a -Storm Drain program p (2 pts) Stormwater BMP demonstration sites with educational signage (1 pt) Regular utility bill inserts with stormwater educational messages 0 (1 pt) A city newsletter or social media effort that regularly includes a variety of stormwater pollution prevention messages at least 4- 6 times each year p (1 pt) A city website with that regularly includes a variety of stormwater pollution prevention messages at least 4- 6 times each year Q36 Does your community promote and/or provide financial assistance for the implementation of stormwater pollution prevention & treatment practices and projects for residents or local businesses? (Select one) Q (3 pts) Yes, promotion & financial assistance QQ (1 pt) Yes, promotion only Q (0 pts) No Q (0 pts) I don't know / not specified Q37 Does your community provide certification and training opportunities to municipal staff on a regular basis? QQ (variable) Yes Q (0 pts) No Q (0 pts) I don't know / not specified https:Hsurvey.mn.gov/siam/surveylanding/printerviewer.asp?sid=f5cfd799e6l b419ba19fabbc79d59ade 7/10 3/30/2021 GreenStep Cities Municipal Stormwater Management Assessment Q37a Which of the following certification and training opportunities are available? (Select all that apply) p (1 pt) MIDS training (e.g. MIDS calculator, ordinance and BMP trainings) M (1 pt) Erosion & sediment control certification O (1 pt) Illicit Discharge detection & elimination training O (1 pt) NEMO "Stormwater U" Inspection & Enforcement Q38 [For non-MS4s only] Is your community's (public and any private) Stormwater system mapped? (Select one) Q (1 pt) Yes Q (Opts) No Q (0 pts) I don't know / not specified QQ (N/A) MS4 - not applicable in my community Q39 [For non-MS4s only] Does your community have an inspection & maintenance schedule for stormwater management practices - including catch basin sumps & stormwater ponds? (Select one) Q (2 pts) Yes Q (Opts) No Q (0 pts) I don't know / not specified QQ (N/A) MS4 - not applicable in my community Source Control Q40 Does your community provide certification and training opportunities to municipal staff on a regular basis? QQ (variable) Yes Q (0 pts) No Q (0 pts) I don't know / not specified Q40a Which of the following certification and training opportunities are available? (Select all that apply) p (2 pts) MPCA Smart Salting Level 2 Training M (1 pt) MPCA Smart Salting Level 1 Training Q (1 pt) Other Smart Salting Training Q (1 pt) Fertilizer & Pesticide use minimization training for staff and/or for institutional, parks, residential or commercial property managers Q41 Which of the following salt management strategies does your community use? (Select one) Q (3 pts) Salt Savings Assessment tool (SSAt) to track BMPs related to chloride use p (3 pts) 5-year BMP implementation plan to improve salt or chloride management practices Q (2 pts) Salt or Chloride Management Plan QQ (1 pt) Salt use tracking p (0 pts) None Q (0 pts) I don't know / not specified Q42 Does your community street sweeping -program include sweeping more than twice per year and/or utilizing vacuum sweeping technology? QQ (variable) Yes Q (Opts) No Q (0 pts) I don't know / not specified Q42a Please select all that apply: O (2 pts) Sweep four or more times per year p (1 pt) Sweep two or three times per year O (1 pt) Utilize vacuum sweeping technology https://survey.mn.gov/siam/surveylanding/printerviewer.asp?sid=f5cfd799e6l b419ba19fabbc79d59ade 8/10 3/30/2021 GreenStep Cities Municipal Stormwater Management Assessment Q43 Does your community prioritize street sweeping in areas where water flows directly into lakes, streams, wetlands and Wellhead Protection Areas? (Select one) QQ (2 pts) Yes Q (Opts) No Q (0 pts) I don't know / not specified Q44 Does your community prioritize inspections of permitted businesses storing/using hazardous and/or toxic chemicals that are in areas where water flows directly into lakes, streams and wetlands, and to Wellhead Protection Areas? (Select one) QQ (2 pts) Yes Q (Opts) No Q (0 pts) I don't know / not specified Q45 What type of residential yard waste collection program does your community have? (Select one) Q (5 pts) Curbside pick-up available to all residents by default QQ (3 pts) Elective pick-up available p (2 pts) Collection site at which residents drop off yard waste Q (Opts) None Q (0 pts) I don't know / not specified Scores Stormwater Assessment Raw Total: 100 Maximum Possible Stormwater Assessment Total (this value will change if you selected N/A on a number of questions): 181 Stormwater Assessment Score: 55% Climate Adaptation Climate Adaptation Raw Total: 45 Maximum Possible Climate Adaptation Total (this value will change if you selected N/A on a number of questions): 84 Climate Adaptation Score: 54% Please go to the next page to enter your community and contact information and submit your assessment. 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Thank you! https://survey.mn.gov/siam/surveylanding/printerviewer.asp?sid=f5cfd799e61 b419ba19fabbc79d59ade 10/10 PROGRAM/PROJECT UPDATES —April 2021 NATURAL RESOURCES Growth Award In early April the City was informed that the 91" Growth Award from the National Arbor Day Foundation was awarded to the City of Golden Valley. EAB Golden Valley's Forestry staff have found a greater amount of Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) infestations than was anticipated for 2021. Staff has been busy issuing a significant amount of private property EAB notices for trees that are significantly infested and are required to be removed by a set date. In some cases, residents are given the option to treat with an insecticide or do nothing if the infection is not significant. Staff anticipates the infestations will continue to increase over time. TRANSPORTATION The City is once again seeking vendors to provide shared (or micro) mobility services, such as bikes and scooters, for short term rental. In 2018, the City entered into an agreement with Lime to deploy bicycles throughout Golden Valley. In 2019 the City updated its right of way ordinance to explicitly permit the use of its ROW for shared mobility services and developed a license agreement. Spin deployed 50 scooters throughout the Golden Valley. Currently, up to two vendors are allowed to deploy a total of 200 micro mobility vehicles throughout the City. Several vendors are considering license applications for 2021 and Council is scheduled to consider the application at its meeting on May 4tn PLANNING COMMISSION On April 12, the Planning Commission considered a land use and zoning change for the northwest corner of the Golden Valley Country Club. The proposal would guide and zone roughly 2 acres for single-family residential use. The steep slopes, the large number of trees there today, and the proximity to Bassett Creek would make it a challenging site for development. The Planning Commission recommended denial of the changes on a split vote (3-2). This will head to the City Council on May 4 for final consideration. WATER RESOURCES Following are updates on the City's current stormwater improvement projects. The Commission is encouraged to watch the engagement videos for each project and come to the meetings with any comments or feedback they may have about the concept plans. DeCola Ponds: SEA School-Wildwood Park Flood Reduction Study An engineering feasibility study is being conducted by the Bassett Creek Watershed Management Commission (BCWMC) in close partnership with the City of Golden Valley. Concept plans were developed and updated based on input provided by stakeholders during the planning study in 2020. Stakeholders include the neighborhood, SEA school, park users, community members, and the Open Space and Recreation Commission. A virtual engagement video to present the updated concepts and receive public comments is posted on the project webpage. Please watch the video in advance of the meeting. Staff will be on hand to answer questions and gather information and feedback from the EC. Staff will take all information back to the project team for consideration and inclusion in the draft feasibility report, set to go to the BCWMC in May and June 2021. Medley Park Stormwater Improvement Study An engineering feasibility study is being conducted by the Bassett Creek Watershed Management Commission (BCWMC) in close partnership with the City of Golden Valley. Concept plans were developed based on input provided by stakeholders during the virtual open house in late 2020. Stakeholders include the neighborhood, park users, community members, and the Open Space and Recreation Commission. A virtual engagement video to present the concepts and receive public comments is posted on the project webpage. Please watch the video in advance of the meeting. Staff will be on hand to answer questions and gather information and feedback from the EC. Staff will take all information back to the project team for consideration and inclusion in the draft feasibility report, set to go to the BCWMC in May and June 2021.