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August 15,201 City Manager Lotter stated Long Lake has different invasive vegetation that is impacting the quality of the water and the health of the Lake itself. Members of the Long Lake Improvement Association (LLIA) have approached the City with this concern asking for assistance in finding a funding source to address this concern. The LLIA has been working with state and county agencies as well as the City of New Brighton attempting to find a source of long term funding to address this issue. Staff reviewed the proposed agreement that is based on an agreement used by the Lake Minnetonka Conservation District (LMCD) and third -party organizations. When the LMCD appropriates money to a project, legal assurances are sought to ensure that any funding they provide to a third party is actually used for the intended purpose. This agreement is used for that purpose. A copy of this agreement has been sent to the LLIA for their consideration and aside of any minor adjustments, city staff and the LLIA believe there should be no problem entering into such an agreement. Any final version of the agreement will only be executed if it meets with the City Attorney's approval. Rich Kusick, LLIA President, reported Long Lake was recently treated for Eurasian water milfoil but was not treated for curly leaf pond weed, as this was deemed unnecessary. He requested the Council consider authorizing additional funding ($2,700) to cover the expense ofthe recent treatment Mayor Johnson provided the new Councilmembers with historical background on this expense. She explained the City valued this lake and the amenity that it was to the entire community. She stated she supported the small expense to treat the lake and indicated she was disappointed the State and Ramsey County did not have funding available for the treatment of invasive species. Councilmember Dunsworth commented she was out on Long Lake last week fishing. She stated this lake was very heavily used and she was pleased to see the lake was being treated to ensure it could continue to be used by the residents of New Brighton. She asked if the LLIA had the DNR onsite to check boats for milfoil. Mr. Kusick explained both Ramsey County and the DNR have been onsite sporadically to do boat checks. Councilmember Allen stated he supported the treatment as it was making a positive impact on the environment. Councilmember Burg agreed stating this was a critical need for the community in order to preserve this lake. She thanked Mr. Kusick for taking the lead on this issue. Councilmember Jacobsen thanked the LLIA for addressing the invasive species in Long Lake head on. 5 Ayes, 0 Nays -Motion Carried Commission Liaison Re orts Announcements and Updates Dean Lotter City Manager Lotter reported an informational letter would be sent to the public regarding Hanson Park. He discussed the stormwater improvements that were being made at this park and noted there have been delays due to the weather. He provided the Council with an updated on the Water Treatment Plant and commented on the timeline for the City's transition back to New Brighton water. He explained the City would be using the month of September for testing and hands on training for City staff. He anticipated the City would be using its own water in October. Graeme Allen Councilmember Allen reported the EDC did not meet in August. The EDC would meet next on Wednesday, September 5th at 7:30 a.m. He thanked all of the volunteers and City staff that worked to make Stockyard Days a tremendous success. He stated he had a really great time visiting with the community during National Night Out on Tuesday, August 7th. Emily Dunsworth Councilmember Dunsworth reported she attended a Cable Commission meeting on Thursday, August 2nd, She explained the CTV staff were extremely busy during the summer months and Page 3 of 4 Commission Liaison Re orts Announcements and Updatea