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G SS LAKE NAGEENT DISTRICT COUNCIL UPDATE The Grass Lake Water Management Organization (GLWMO) was organized in December, 1983, to address the problems of increased flooding and water quality degradation in the watershed. This organization was formed in response to State legislative requirements passed as part of the Metropolitan. Surface Water Management Act in 1982. In its 12-year existence, GLWMO has completed a number of projects that have positively impacted water resources within the watershed. The Grass Lake watershed is located in north central Ramsey County and covers approximately nine square miles-one-half in Roseville and one-half in Shoreview. There are 12 water bodies within the watershed ranging in surface area from three acres to 410 acres. Grass Lake, a large wetland located on Ramsey County open space north of I-694, is the repository for all the surface runoff which courses through the watershed. Lake Owasso, Lake Wabasso, and Snail Lake are the major water bodies within GLWMO. GLWMO was organized as a joint powers agreement between Shoreview and Roseville. It is governed by a board of five members appointed by the city councils of each city. Each board member serves athree-year term. The board serves at the discretion of both city councils. As such, it is important that GLWMO activities meet the needs and expectations of each city. The board wishes to provide the needed services as expeditiously as possible. JOR PROJECTS/STUDIES The following is a chronological list of major accomplishments including capital projects and studies completed by GLWMO: 1983 GLWMO organized as a joint powers agreement between Rose~•ille and Shore~~iew as required by State legislation. 1984 GLWMO entered into an agreement with Ramsey County for water qualit)~ monitoring. of watershed lakes. 1986 Watershed management plan completed.. This extensive document, required by State legislation, includes a detailed physical description of the watershed, a statement of goals and objectives and policies of the watershed organization, an analysis and definition of problems, and a recommended capital improvement program.. 198? Roseville and Shoreview stormwater management plans were reviewed for compliance ~~ith GLWMO's watershed management plan as required by law.