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2 Agenda / Discussion Welcome and Project Review - Kyle Karsjen, Tidal Basin Project Manager welcomed the group and asked attendees to sign in via Teams Chat, leaving their name, title, jurisdiction, phone, and email. He introduced himself and the team, and the attendees introduced themselves. The meeting was recorded. - Kyle reviewed the purpose for the plan update, explaining the importance of mitigation. He then provided the plan update status; Task 1 – Project Initiation has been completed. The team is in the process of Task 2 – Capabilities and Hazard Identification which will be the focus of this meeting (Planning Meeting #2). The next meeting (Planning Meeting #3) will focus on mitigation strategies. Once the plan is drafted, it will be provided to the state and then FEMA for review and approval. - After reviewing the participant requirements, Kyle reminded the attendees that each jurisdiction will need to return their capability assessment and mitigation action status worksheets, if they have not already done so. Hazard Review Kyle walked the group through a discussion about each of the identified hazards listed below, including the understanding of the hazard, any updates to the hazard history since 2019, and any local context to provide in the final plan. The HMP will include both a hazard analysis and vulnerability assessment for each hazard. Dam/Levee Failure There are 5 identified dams in the county. • Classification: 1 High Hazard, 1, Significant Hazard, and 4 Low Hazard. • History: There is no history of dam failures/issues. • Impacts: St. Anthony Falls and Coon Dam could have some impact to the county water flow if they fail. • Ongoing Strategies: Battle Creek and Ford dams are required to and have EAPs. St. Paul has been involved in some planning efforts, but do not believe Battle Creek has ever conducted an exercise. This dam is the responsibility of the watershed. Drought • History: There is some history of drought in the region. Previous droughts have caused stoppage of passenger vessels and impacts to the port. • Impacts: In addition, White Bear Lake’s levels can impact recreational and residential used of the lake. There is an ongoing lawsuit regarding White Bear Lake. • Ongoing Strategies: Many, if not most, jurisdictions have instituted an even/odd watering schedule for residential use. Only the Governor can completely restrict water usage.