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Date: June 4, 2018 Item No.
AGREEMENT WITH METROPOLITAN COUNCIL
FOR VOLUNTEER LAKE MONITORING PROGRAM
Proposed Action
Staff recommends adoption of the following motion: Move to approve Agreement with
Metropolitan Council to administer a volunteer lake monitoring program.
Overview
The City and Metropolitan Council partner annually to establish a citizen-assisted monitoring
program (CAMP) to study the water quality of East Lake, Lee Lake, Lake Marion and Valley Lake.
City staff and volunteers measure surface water temperature and water transparency, and collect
water samples that are then analyzed by Metropolitan Council staff. Results are used to manage,
promote and proactively protect the water quality of the City’s lakes. The Agreement establishes
City and Metropolitan Council responsibilities for 2018.
Primary Issues to Consider
• The City’s share of the cost is $2,200 ($550/lake) and includes processing 14 samples for
each lake. The City’s funding source is the Utility Fund – Environmental Resources.
• Orchard Lake and Kingsley Lake are also monitored by City staff. Sampling of these lakes
is paid for by the Black Dog Watershed Management Organization through a separate
contract.
Supporting Information
• Agreement (Metropolitan Council Contract No. 18R016)
Financial Impact: $2,200 Budgeted: Y☒ N☐ Source: Utility Fund - Env. Res.
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Envision Lakeville Community Values: Access to a Multitude of Natural Amenities and
Recreational Opportunities
Report Completed by: McKenzie Cafferty, Environmental Resources Manager