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GLWMO MEETING MINUTES -JULY 26, 2007 2 Eckman asked if augmentation is possible for Lake Owasso. Aichinger stated that the DNR would not approve any further augmentation of Lake Owasso. 2. Ramsey-Washington Metro Watershed District Watershed Management Plan Aichinger stated that what is presented is the 20-page public version document that describes the strategic core principles, vision and goals. There is also a detailed plan as required by BWSR guidelines. There are six goals that are discussed in the Plan in terms of past accomplishments, challenges for the future and steps to measure successful performance. A 10-year program of goals, budget and a discussion of the funding program is included at the end of the document. DeZellar asked the process for setting goals. Aichinger stated that multiple states, state agencies and local governments are part of the process. Staff proposes and drafts the goals that are then reviewed by citizens and agency people. Eckman noted the cost-share provision. This would be something to consider for Grass Lake for water to be infiltrated before it gets in the system. Root noted the 10-year cost overview does not show a comparison with the last 10 years. Aichinger explained that the 10-year breakdown is shown in the detailed plan. He added that the Lake Owasso study results that will be available next spring might indicate a need for further study before projects can be planned. It was the consensus of the Board to take final action on the Ramsey-Washington Metro Watershed District Watershed Management Plan at the next meeting. Board members will continue to review the plan until the next meeting and consider program activities to be implemented. If a cost-share program fits some objectives, a plan revision could be considered. Green Community Awards Program DeZellar noted receipt of a letter from Claudette Chmieleski, representing the City of Shoreview, thanking GLWMO for the $1,000 Green Award. B-2 Financial Report Schwartz stated that the financial activity report for the first six months of the year shows bills paid, but does not reflect bills to be authorized for payment at this meeting. Root noted a discrepancy on Page 1, where the entries in the credit column total more than the debit column. Schwartz explained that the columns are mislabeled. He will send corrected information to the Board.