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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION—APRIL 16, 2012 8 Councilmember Holden explained she may not support a 50150 split but was in favor with providing some assistance. Councilmember Holmes commented that the storm sewer improvements would benefit the properties and an assessment would be justified. She was not in favor of the City paying any more than 50% of the expense. -- - -Councilmember Werner was unclear of the benefits of the proposed improvements. He recommended the City only cover 25% of the expense. Ms. Shields requested the City take action and assist the association in finding a remedy for this problem. She explained that her association was paying more for storm sewer than single family homes. She indicated she fought this issue 17 years ago and understood the system was unfair. Councilmember Holmes encouraged the association to not place the entire burden on the City. Mayor Grant directed staff to provide the Council with further information on this issue at an upcoming work session. D. Lake Johanna Surface Use Regulations Parks and Recreation Manager Olson presented the City Council with information on the Lake Johanna surface use regulations. She indicated the July 2011 storm caused the elevation of Lake Johanna to rise significantly causing concerns from residents. The lake association requested the Ramsey County Sheriff's Department close the boat landing and issue a "No Wake Zone" until further notice. There was some confusion regarding who has the authority to close the boat landing and procedures on creating a "No Wake Zone." Staff has been working with Ramsey County to research who has the authority to close the boat launch and create a no wake zone. Parks and Recreation Manager Olson stated that in speaking with the DNR, it was discovered that the DNR is the entity with the authority to close a boat launch; however, boat launches are rarely closed as this does not solve the shoreline erosion problem. The DNR suggested the City work on creating a temporary "No Wake Zone" versus closing the boat launch. Kim Elverum from the DNR has been assisting City staff to determine what changes would need to occur to the current ordinance in order to give the Council authority to declare a temporary "No Wake Zone." Staff further discussed the two options in detail with the Council. Parks and Recreation Manager Olson explained Option 1 would allow the Council to amend the surface water regulations within the City Code and would require public hearings, DNR approval and assurance that Ramsey County could assist the City in enforcing the "No Wake Zone." Option 2 would be for the Council to leave the regulations as is and only react in emergency situations. Staff recommended proceeding with Option 2. Councilmember Holmes requested further information on the current problem on Lake Johanna. Parks and Recreation Manager Olson stated that when the lake level rises, the lake association has concerns with shoreline erosion.