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VLAWMO Meeting —December 8, 2005 to the Local Government committee first. Bills must go through a policy committee. VLAWMO will need the support of our municipalities. We are in the process of setting up meeting with Rep. Meslow. A motion was made by John Youngstrom, seconded by Jeff McDowell that a letter be sent to our communities requesting their support in writing for this legislative effort, with a sample Resolution and other necessary background information. We will ask for their consideration at their January meetings. Vote: all aye. Motion passed. Water Plan. Request for Proposal (RFP). Jeff McDowell summarized interviews. Jim Jasques, TKDA gave brief presentation, however the firm was ruled out as not having the same level of experience and commitment as FOR & HDR. HDR gave us two costs and a very good presentation. FOR gave a good presentation. He asked the other members of the selection committee to give their impressions. Paul said both firms were able to do the job, lie wondered if the cost will creep up if we accept the lower bid from HDR without giving us the hydrologic modeling. HDR, he thought might give us more deluxe service. John Youngstrom was leaning toward more attractive price of EOR, but felt that HDR gave the better interview. He was still on the fence. Dave Schuler liked HDR the best and felt from their interview, that they will provide excellent service. Jeff McDowell noted that he felt the HDR staff could handle the political climate that may come up. A compromise of sorts, using the lower HDR price was discussed. Mark Burch said we operate like a city and can negotiate a price. HDR gave us a $3000 cost to define the model needs. A Motion was made by Paul Emeott, seconded by Steve Hasehnann to contract with HDR to provide us with consulting service to complete our third generation Water Plan with costs not to exceed $56,706 without prior authorization, and an additional $3000 to have the consultant work with the Board and staff to define the watershed needs for hydrologic modeling. Vote: all ayes except John Youngstrom. Motion passed. Joint Powers Agreement (JPA). Deferred. Lambert update — Dave discussed the stabilization of the north berm. We are also adding to channels south of the weir to get the water out into the wetland. DNR appears to be leaning toward shorter multiple channels. Steve Haselmann felt we will be working on channel design and maintenance for the next five years. Dave is hoping the channels will be maintenance free because of flow rates. Soil borings for additional sheet pile and a survey south of the weir are being completed. Commissioner reports. Jeff McDowell advised Mark Burch that due to a discussion with BWSR, a letter was sent to the City of White Bear Lake requesting a compliant representative to the VLAWMO Board. BWSR has advised us that our Water Plan will not be approved and any legislative tax district designation will be unlikely unless our Board appointees are legally compliant. Paul Emeott share the Gem Lake Hillary Farm wetland buffer signs. They provide a good template for others. Administration Report. Susan Rani has applied to be a representative from Vadnais Heights. Audit The letter of agreement with Tautges Redpath was discussed. A motion to approve that agreement to do the 2005 audit for $3500 was made by Paul Emeott and seconded by Steve Haselmann. Vote: all Aye. Motion passed. The meeting adjourned at 9:40 a.m. Submitted: Stephanie McNamara, Administration / Wetland Consultant