May 19 Board Packet by Capitol Region Watershed District

Regular Meeting of the Capitol Region Watershed District (CRWD) Board of Managers, for Wednesday, May 19, 2021, 6:00 p.m. held electronically. See note below. Until further notice Board meetings will only be available via telephone and/or the web-based application Go To Meeting. You will not be able to attend meetings in person. You can join the meeting electronically by clinking on this link https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/229391733 and following the directions or dial in using your phone: +1 (646) 749-3122 Access Code: 229-391-733

Please visit www.capitolregionwd.org to get additional CRWD COVID-19 information.

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA Call to Order of Regular Meeting (President Joe Collins) A) Attendance B) Review, Amendments, and Approval of the Agenda

Materials Enclosed

II.

Public Comment – For Items not on the Agenda (Please observe a limit of three minutes per person.)

III.

Permit Applications and Program Updates (Permit Process: 1) Staff Review/Recommendation, 2) Applicant Response, 3) Public Comment, and 4) Board Discussion and Action.)

A) 20-007, Xcel Energy County Road B – Closure (Hosch) B) 20-019, Marshall and Finn Apartments – 2nd Amendment (Hosch) C) 20-036, Lexington Apartments – Review Period Extension (Hosch) IV.

Special Reports – None

Action Items A) AR: Approve Minutes of the May 5, 2021 Board Workshop and Regular Meeting (Sylvander) B) AR: Approve Accounts Payable/Receivable for April 2021 (Sylvander) C) AR: Approve Watershed Based Implementation Funding (Doneux) D) AR: Authorize Public Comment Period for 2020 MS4 Annual Report (Funke) E) AR: Approve Updates to the Stewardship Grant Program (Eleria)

VI.

Unfinished Business A) HMGP Grant Update – TBI Detailed Modeling (Eleria) B) Seminary Pond Project Update (Eleria)

VII.

General Information A) Board of Manager’s Updates

VIII. Next Meetings A) Wednesday, June 2, 2021 5:00 PM - Workshop and Regular Meeting– Electronic Only B) Wednesday, June 9, 2021 7:00 PM- CAC Meeting – Electronic Only IX.

Adjournment Our mission is to protect, manage and improve the water resources of Capitol Region Watershed District

DATE: TO: FROM: RE:

May 11, 2021 CRWD Board of Managers Elizabeth Hosch Permit Closeout

May 19, 2021 III. Permit Applications A. Permit Close Out (Hosch)

Background Construction activity is complete for permit #20-007, Xcel County Road B. Issues Xcel County Road B #20-007 This permit was issued for the replacement of an existing gas pipe along County Road B between McMenemy and Rice in Maplewood. This was the earlier phase of work recently approved for 2021 construction. A variance from Rule C – Stormwater was granted. Work is complete and the site is stable. $2,000 surety is available to return. Action Requested Approve $2,000 surety return and Certificate of Completion for permit #20-007, Xcel Energy County Road B.

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Our Mission is to protect, manage and improve the water resources of Capitol Region Watershed District.

Capitol Region Watershed District Applicant:

Jon Schwartzman Fairway Property Management 700 Raymond Ave, Suite 130 St. Paul, MN 55114

Permit 20-019 Marshall and Finn Apartments-2nd Amendment Consultant: Joey Diederichs Civil Site Group 4931 W 35th Street, Suite 200 St. Louis Park, MN 55416

Description: 2nd amendment to previous approval to demo existing single-family homes and construction of proposed townhomes and apartments. Onsite drives/parking will be constructed. Stormwater Management: One underground infiltration system and one manufactured treatment device with retention gallery. District Rule: —C, D, F Disturbed Area: 1.7 Acres Impervious Area: 0.76 Acres STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approve with 2 Conditions: 1. Revise Kraken standard detail on Sheet C5.4 to include the invert elevation of the filter chamber orifice. The invert of the filter chamber orifice must be at or below the low outlet elevation (184.25) of the Underground Chamber Retention System 1 to ensure the system completely draws down. 2. Revise stormwater management design to satisfy CRWD freeboard requirements and resubmit HydroCAD model accordingly. The low opening of the adjacent structure does not have 2 feet of freeboard from the 100-year HWL or 1 foot of freeboard from the EOF. Consider lowering the 100-yr HWL to 186.81 or lower based on modifications a.-e. in the March 12, 2021 permit report.

First Street Second Ave

Aerial Photo Permit Location Permit Report 20-019

Board Meeting Date 5/19/2021

Capitol Region Watershed District Permit Report CRWD Permit #:

20-019

Review date:

May 12, 2021

Project Name:

Marshall and Finn Apartments, Amendment

Applicant:

Jon Schwartzman Fairway Property Management 3560 Fairway Court Hopkins, MN 55305 jonsci@msn.com

Purpose:

Amendment to previous approval for demo of existing single-family homes for construction of proposed townhomes and apartments. Permanent stormwater management consists of one underground infiltration basin and one proprietary Kraken filtration device with retention system.

Location:

2097-2115 Marshall Ave, St. Paul, MN 55104

Applicable Rules:

C, D, and F

Recommendation:

Approve with 2 Conditions

EXHIBITS: 1. Revised Civil Plans (20 Sheets), by Civil Site Group, dated 5/5/21, recv. 5/5/21. 2. Revised Stormwater Management Report, by Civil Site Group, dated 5/5/21, recv. 5/5/21. 3. Geotechnical Exploration Report, by Haugo GeoTechnical Services, dated April 14, 2020, recv. June 18, 2020. 4. City Coordination Email between Civil Site Group and City of St. Paul, dated July 24, 2020, recv. July 24, 2020. 5. Approved NPDES Permit, dated 8/17/20, recv. 1/5/21. 6. Recorded Declaration for Maintenance of Stormwater Facilities, dated 4/21/21, recv. 4/21/21. 7. Response Memo to CRWD Comments, by Civil Site Group, dated 5/5/21, rcvd. 5/5/21. 8. HydroCAD model, by Civil Site Group, date unknown, rcvd. 5/7/21. HISTORY & CONSIDERATIONS: The CRWD Board approved a previous design of this project on July 22, 2020. The project was redesigned in response to a change in zoning code that would allow more apartment units and an amendment was approved on February 17, 2021 for this expanded building footprint. The W:\07 Programs\Permitting\2020\20-019 Marshall and Finn Apartments\20-019 Permit Report_R9d.doc Page 1 of 5

currently proposed site plan revisions were submitted on March 31, 2021 to change the stormwater treatment mechanism, to address City set back requirements, and requiring Board action to amend that approval a second time. RULE C: STORMWATER MANAGEMENT Standards  Proposed discharge rates for the 2-, 10-, and 100-year events shall not exceed existing rates.  Developments and redevelopments must reduce runoff volumes in the amount equivalent to an inch of runoff from the impervious areas of the site.  Stormwater must be pretreated before discharging to infiltration areas to maintain the long-term viability of the infiltration area.  Developments and redevelopments must incorporate effective non-point source pollution reduction BMPs to achieve 90% total suspended solid removal. Findings 1. A hydrograph method based on sound hydrologic theory is used to analyze runoff for the design or analysis of flows and water levels. 2. Runoff rates for the proposed activity do not exceed existing runoff rates for the 2-, 10-, and 100-year critical storm events. Stormwater leaving the project area is discharged into a well-defined receiving channel or pipe and routed to a public drainage system. 3. Stormwater runoff volume retention is not achieved onsite in the amount equivalent to the runoff generated from 1.1-inch of rainfall over the impervious surfaces of the development. a. The amount of proposed impervious is 32,940 ft2. b. Volume retention required: 32,940 ft2 x 1.1 inches x 1 ft/12 inches = 3,020 ft3 Table 1. Proposed volume retention through abstraction (i.e. infiltration, reuse). Volume 2.5-inch Volume Retention 1.1-inch Retention Runoff Runoff BMP Provided below Required 3 3 ) (ft ) (ft3) outlet (ft (ft3) Underground Infiltration 377 374 850 Basin 2 3,020 Total 377 cf c. Banking of excess volume retention is not proposed. d. Infiltration volume and facility sizes have been calculated using the appropriate hydrologic soil group classification and design infiltration rate. e. The infiltration area is capable of infiltrating the identified volume within 48 hours. f. Stormwater runoff is pretreated to remove solids before discharging to infiltration areas. g. Groundwater mounding is not anticipated to affect adjacent properties and buildings. W:\07 Programs\Permitting\2020\20-019 Marshall and Finn Apartments\20-019 Permit Report_R9d.doc Page 2 of 5

4. Alternative compliance sequencing has been requested due to infiltration set back requirements from the buildings, identified during the City of St. Paul’s site plan review process. The system to treat the required stormwater volume will not fit in the available space with this set back constraint. a. Filtration using a Kraken manufactured treatment device (68% credit) is proposed; filtration required: (3,020 ft3 – 377 ft3) x 1.47 = 3,885 ft3 Table 2. Proposed volume retention through filtration. Filtration Filtration Volume 1.1-inch Volume BMP Provided below Runoff Required outlet (cu. ft.) (cu. ft.) (cu. ft.) Kraken Filtration Device 5,988 2,618 3,885 Total 5,949 cf

2.5-inch Runoff (cu. ft.) 5,949

i. The filtration volume and facility size have been calculated using the appropriate design filtration rate. ii. The filtration area is not capable of filtering the required volume within 48 hours. iii. Stormwater runoff is pretreated to remove solids before discharging to filtration areas. b. The applicant did not partially comply with the volume retention standard at an offsite location or through the use of qualified banking credits. c. The applicant has not submitted money to be contributed to the Stormwater Impact Fund. d. The project is not linear. 5. Best management practices achieve 90% total suspended solids removal from the runoff generated on an annual basis because the volume retention requirements are met. 6. A maintenance agreement, with the current Kraken device, recorded with Ramsey County has been submitted. 7. Adequate maintenance access is provided for the underground systems. A sitespecific plan, schedule, and narrative for maintenance of the proposed stormwater management practices has been submitted and is sufficient. RULE D: FLOOD CONTROL Standards  Compensatory storage shall be provided for fill placed within the 100-year floodplain.  All habitable buildings, roads, and parking structures on or adjacent to a project site shall comply with District freeboard requirements. Findings 1. There is no floodplain on the property according to FEMA. 2. Habitable buildings, roads, and parking structures on or adjacent to the project site do not comply with CRWD freeboard requirements. W:\07 Programs\Permitting\2020\20-019 Marshall and Finn Apartments\20-019 Permit Report_R9d.doc Page 3 of 5

RULE E: WETLAND MANAGEMENT Standard  Wetlands shall not be drained, filled (wholly or in part), excavated, or have sustaining hydrology impacted such that there will be a decrease in the inherent (existing) functions and values of the wetland.  A minimum buffer of 25 feet of permanent nonimpacted vegetative ground cover abutting and surrounding a wetland is required. Findings 1. There are no known wetlands located on the property. RULE F: EROSION AND SEDIMENT CONTROL Standards  A plan shall demonstrate that appropriate erosion and sediment control measures protect downstream water bodies from the effects of a land-disturbing activity.  Erosion Control Plans must adhere to the MPCA Protecting Water Quality in Urban Areas Manual. Findings 1. Erosion and sediment control measures are consistent with best management practices, as demonstrated in the MPCA manual Protecting Water Quality in Urban Areas. 2. Adjacent properties are protected from sediment transport/deposition. 3. Wetlands, waterbodies and water conveyance systems are protected from erosion/sediment transport/deposition. 4. Total disturbed area is 1.7 acres; an NPDES permit is required. A SWPPP has been submitted and is sufficient. RULE G: ILLICIT DISCHARGE AND CONNECTION Standard  Stormwater management and utility plans shall indicate all existing and proposed connections from developed and undeveloped lands for all water that drains to the District MS4. Findings 1. New direct connections or replacement of existing connections are not proposed. 2. Prohibited discharges are not proposed. Recommendation: Approve with 2 Conditions Conditions: 1. Revise Kraken standard detail on Sheet C5.4 to include the invert elevation of the filter chamber orifice. The invert of the filter chamber orifice must be at or below the low outlet elevation (184.25) of the Underground Chamber Retention System 1 to ensure the system completely draws down. 2. Revise stormwater management design to satisfy CRWD freeboard requirements and resubmit HydroCAD model accordingly. The low opening of the adjacent structure does not have 2 feet of freeboard from the 100-year HWL or 1 foot of freeboard from the

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EOF. Consider lowering the 100-yr HWL to 186.81 or lower based on the following modifications: a. Increasing Node 1P outlet device #2 orifice from 4 to 5 inches. b. Decreasing Node 1P outlet device #3 weir elevation from 187.15 to 186.40. c. Decreasing Node 3P outlet device # 2 weir elevation from 187.15 to 186.40 d. Increasing the 7 LF HDPE Storm pipe and downstream pipe diameter from 15” to 18”. e. Adding additional storage to the east of the proposed system while maintaining necessary pipe cover. See figure below.

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CITY OF ST. PAUL UTILITY NOTES (SEE C4.0 FOR GENERAL UTILITY NOTES):   

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CBMH 13 NYLOPLAST RIM=197.48 IE=192.50

39 LF 12" HDPE STORM @ 1.00%

26 LF 12" HDPE STORM @ 1.00%

27 LF 12" HDPE STORM @ 1.00%

46 LF 12" HDPE STORM @ 1.00%

33 LF 12" HDPE STORM @ 1.00%

CBMH 19 RIM=199.07 IE=194.41

OS 20 RIM=192.00 IE(E)=184.04 IE(W)=183.94 IE(S)=183.84

68 LF 15" SCH 40 PVC STORM @ 0.50%

12" C.I.

INSTALL BACKFLOW PREVENTER ON PIPE

ACCESS RISER, TYP. WEIR TOP=186.30

26 LF 12" HDPE STORM @ 5.00%

41 LF 12" HDPE STORM @ 1.00%

43 LF 12" HDPE STORM @ 1.00%

56 LF 12" HDPE STORM @ 1.00%

INLET IE=186.30

OS 20A RIM=193.00 IE=185.60 WEIR WALL 4" ORIFICE IE=185.70 TOP WEIR=188.00 22 LF 12" HDPE STORM @ 7.09%

OUTLET IE=185.60 15 LF 12" HDPE STORM @ 0.00%

12" C.I.

CORE-DRILL NEW CONNECTION TO EXISTING MANHOLE. FIELD VERIFY ELEVATIONS PRIOR TO CONSTRUCTION RIM=190.17 EX. IE=181.56 (ASSUMED) PROP. IE=183.50 *IF MANHOLE IS BRICK, RECONSTRUCTION MAY BE REQUIRED PER DETAIL ON C5.0

CB/ACCESS RISER 50 RIM=191.00 CONNECT DIRECTLY TO UNDERGROUND CHAMBER UNDERGROUND INFILTRATION SYSTEM INFILTRATION SYSTEM 2 48" PERF. CMP 41'x12' FOOTPRINT w/ SOLID BAFFLE SECTIONS (SEE SHOP DWGs) 12" SIDE & END STONE 24" STONE SEPARATION 6" STONE COVER 6" STONE BASE BOT STONE=184.30 IE CHAMBERS=184.80 TOP CHAMBERS=188.80 TOP STONE=189.30 54" RCP 100-YR HWL=188.11

COORDINATE DOWNSPOUT CONNECTION w/ ARCH. PROVIDE 6" SCH 40 PVC RISER w/ METAL GRATE TO ±9 DOWNSPOUT LOCATIONS, TYP.

6 LF 12" HDPE STORM @ 1.00% CB 2 RIM=188.19 IE=185.52

DT CLEANOUT, TYP.

CB 32 NYLOPLAST RIM=191.65 IE=187.70

MOHAGEN HANSEN ARCHITECTURE

2 LF 12" SCH 40 PVC STORM @ 2.00% CBMH 30 76 LF 10" SCH 40 PVC NYLOPLAST STORM @ 1.00% RIM=191.33 CBMH 31 IE=186.71 NYLOPLAST SUMP IE=182.71 RIM=191.33 IE=187.27

CBMH 1 RIM=188.19 IE=185.46 SUMP IE=181.46

1000 TWELVE OAKS CENTER DRIVE, SUITE 200, Wayzata, MN 55391

INLET IE=185.00 6"x8" SCH 40 TEE, TYP.

2097-2115 MARSHALL AVE ST. PAUL, MN 55104

46 LF 12" HDPE STORM @ 1.00% INSTALL BACKFLOW PREVENTER, TYP.

I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS PLAN, SPECIFICATION, OR REPORT WAS PREPARED BY ME OR UNDER MY DIRECT SUPERVISION AND THAT I AM A DULY LICENSED PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF MINNESOTA.

OUTLET=183.98

4 LF 10" SCH 40 PVC STORM @ 2.00%

113 LF 10" SCH 40 PVC STORM @ 1.00%

Sewer servi ce(Rec.)

BIO CLEAN 'KRAKEN' FILTER INSTALL PER MANUF. RECOMMENDATIONS WITH P MANUF. ON ISITE WHEN D " REQUIRED. 10 2BOT=183.98 SEE MANUFACTURER'S INSTALLATION MANUAL PRIOR TO CONSTRUCTION MIN TREATMENT FLOW RATE=0.31CFS 100-YR FLOW RATE=3.89CFS

OUTLET CBMH 40 IE=184.75 NYLOPLAST RIM=193.33 IE=187.60 SUMP IE=183.60 INLET IE=186.30

7 LF 15" HDPE STORM @ 0.50%

18" RCP

INLET=183.98

ACCESS RISER, TYP.

12" C.I.

Sewer serv ice(Rec

40 LF 15" HDPE STORM @ 0.50%

13 LF 15" HDPE STORM @ 0.50%

INLET IE=185.00

C/O w/ SUMP, TYP.

Sewer servi ce(Rec.)

OS 20B RIM=193.75 IE(N/S)=184.05

CLEANOUT, TYP. IE=186.39

PROVIDE 40-MIL HDPE LINER ON ALL SIDES OF RETENTION SYSTEM. SEE DETAILS, TYP.

WEIR TOP=185.50

5 LF 12" HDPE STORM @ 10.00% OS 21 RIM=195.70 IE(E/S)=184.25 WEIR WALL 4" ORIFICE IE=184.25 TOP WEIR=187.15

MH 18 NYLOPLAST RIM=198.50 IE=194.21

STUB BUILDING STORM TO BUILDING IE @ STUB=185.08 COORD. w/ MECH

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MH 10 NYLOPLAST RIM=196.25 IE=185.14 SUMP IE=181.14 7 LF 6" SCH 40 SOLID DT @ 0.00%

CB 50 RIM=191.79 IE=188.79 CONNECT TO INTERIOR BUILDING MECH'L PUMP, SEE MECH'L PLANS INLET IE=185.00

CBMH 17 NYLOPLAST RIM=196.88 IE=193.88

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18" RCP

28 LF 12" HDPE STORM @ 7.07%

7 LF 15" HDPE STORM @ 2.00%

CBMH 16 NYLOPLAST RIM=196.80 IE=193.42

Sewer

CBMH 11 NYLOPLAST RIM=197.20 IE=187.12

MH 15 NYLOPLAST RIM=197.31 IE=193.16

PROJECT

48 LF 12" HDPE STORM @ 2.00% CBMH 12 NYLOPLAST RIM=196.81 IE=191.54 52 LF 12" HDPE STORM @ 8.50%

MARSHALL AND FINN APARTMENTS

20 LF 12" HDPE STORM @ 1.00% CBMH 14 NYLOPLAST RIM=196.80 IE=192.89 UNDERGROUND CHAMBER RETENTION SYSTEM 1 36" PERF/SOLID CMP 175'x22' FOOTPRINT w/ SOLID BAFFLE SECTIONS & 6" PERF DT (SEE SHOP DWGs) 24" SIDE, 12" END STONE 24" STONE SEPARATION 6" STONE COVER 6" STONE BASE BOT STONE/DT=184.25 IE CHAMBERS=184.75 TOP CHAMBERS=187.75 TOP STONE=188.25 100-YR HWL=187.54

DATE

Joseph Diederichs 05/05/2021 LICENSE NO. 55988

ISSUE/SUBMITTAL SUMMARY DATE DESCRIPTION 03/13/2020 CITY SUBMITTAL 06/03/2020 CITY RESUBMITTAL 06/17/2020 PRICING SET

UTILITY LEGEND:

07/07/2020

WATERSHED RESUBMITTAL

07/21/2020

WATERSHED REVISIONS

07/28/2020 CITY RESUBMITTAL 10/27/2020 UTILITY REVISIONS 12/11/2020 CITY RESUBMITTAL 01/22/2021 WATERSHED RESUBMITTAL 02/09/2021 BID SET 03/29/2021 CITY RESUBMITTAL 04/19/2021 WATERSHED RESUBMITTAL 04/28/2021 WATERSHED RESUBMITTAL 04/30/2021 WATERSHED RESUBMITTAL 05/05/2021 WATERSHED RESUBMITTAL . . . . . . . . . .

REVIEWED BY: JD DRAWN BY:RB PROJECT NUMBER: 20025

CIVIL SITE GROUP ASSUMED DATUM:

REVISION SUMMARY DATE DESCRIPTION . . . . . .

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UTILITY PLAN STORM R

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May 19, 2021 III. Permits C.) Lexington Apartments Extension Request (Hosch)

DATE: TO: FROM: RE:

May 12, 2021 CRWD Board of Managers Elizabeth Hosch 3rd 60-day Review Period Extension for Permit 20-036

Background The current review period for Permit 20-036 Lexington Apartments expires on 5-22-2021. Issues The applicant requested an extension to the 60-day review period prior to the expiration. The applicant has requested the additional time to complete the permit requirements. Requested Action Approve 60-day review period extension for Permit 20-036 Lexington Apartments to expire July 21, 2021.

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Our Mission is to protect, manage and improve the water resources of Capitol Region Watershed District.

May 19, 2021 Board Meeting V. Action Item A) Approve Minutes of May 5, 2021 Board Workshop & Regular Board Meeting

(Sylvander)

Board Workshop of the Capitol Region Watershed District (CRWD) Board of Managers, for Wednesday, May 5, 2021, 5:00 p.m. (Board Workshop) via telephone and/or the web-based application Go To Meeting. BOARD WORKSHOP MINUTES

Call to Order of Board Workshop (President Joe Collins)

Managers Staff Present Joe Collins, remote Bob Fossum, CRWD Paul Shawn Murphy, remote Jessica Bromelkamp, CRWD Rick Sanders, remote Anna Eleria, CRWD Hawona Sullivan Janzen, remote Forrest Kelley, CRWD Mary Texer, remote Michelle Sylvander, CRWD James Mogen, Ramsey Cty Atty

City of St. Paul Wes Saunders-Pearce, City of St. Russ Stark, City of St. Paul Luis Pereira, City of St. Paul Alice Messer, City of St. Paul Kristin Guild, City of St. Paul Nicole Goodman, City of St. Paul Bruce Elder, City of St. Paul Sean Kershaw, City of St. Paul Mike Hahm, City of St. Paul

Review, Amendments and Approval of the Agenda.

Motion 21-087: Approve the Workshop Agenda of May 5, 2021. Murphy/Sanders Unanimously Approved II.

St. Paul Directors Meeting

The Board Workshop is a meeting with the Board of Managers of the Capitol Region Watershed District and City of Saint Paul Directors. A quorum will be present however the meeting is informational only and no actions will be taken by the Board. The CRWD Board of Managers have been meeting annually with the City of St. Paul Department Directors and key staff. The meetings were initiated nearly 10 years ago to provide an open forum between the two organizations relative to concerns raised about the District’s regulations by the City. More recently, as the City and District’s partnership has flourished, these meetings have become an opportunity to celebrate our collaboration, identify key policy issues and to ensure alignment between our initiatives of mutual interest.

President Collins opened the workshop. The guests from City of St. Paul provided introductions. Mr. Fossum introduced CRWD staff that were present. Mr. Fossum provided a review the boundaries of CRWD. Mr. Fossum reviewed themes that CRWD is focusing on including: • • • • • • • • •

Bring Water Back Rain as a Resource Community Equity Recreation Quality of Life Climate Change and Resilience Partnerships Innovation Adaptive Management

Mr. Saunder-Pearce reviewed how CRWD has provided technical assistance on key projects including the Highland Bridge project. Mr. Fossum review a list of m 2021-2022 initiatives including: • • • • • • •

Wetland Management Plan Facility Management Como Pavilion/Clubhouse Parking Lots Como Lake Shoreland Management Trout Brook Storm Sewer Modeling Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Community Engagement Events

Mr. Hahm announced that the Como Alum treatment has been a huge success and that people love it! Ms. Bromelkamp replied that Como Lake is nearly meeting the state standard for phosphorous for the first time on record. Mr. Kershaw thanked CRWD for making a connection for work ahead. Ms. Messer highlighted Midway Peace Park. Ms. Eleria appreciated that CRWD was brought to the planning and design from the start. CRWD Managers thanked the City of St. Paul Directors for coming and sharing ideas. No Action was taken, the workshop was for information and discussion only. III.

Adjourn Board Workshop

Motion 21-088: Adjournment of the May 5, 2021 Board St. Paul Directors Meeting Review workshop at 6:00P.M. Murphy/Sanders Unanimously Approved

Respectfully submitted, Michelle Sylvander

May 19, 2021 Board Meeting V. Action Item A) Approve Minutes of May 5, 2021 Board Workshop & Regular Board Meeting

(Sylvander) Regular Board Meeting of the Capitol Region Watershed District (CRWD) Board of Managers, for Wednesday, May 5, 2021, 6:05 p.m. (Regular Meeting) at the office of CRWD, 595 Aldine Street, St. Paul, Minnesota. REGULAR MEETING MINUTES I.

Call to Order of Regular Meeting (President Joe Collins)

Managers Joe Collins, remote Shawn Murphy, remote Rick Sanders, remote Hawona Sullivan Janzen, remote Mary Texer, remote

Staff Present Britta Belden, CRWD Anna Eleria, CRWD Bob Fossum, CRWD Elizabeth Hosch, CRWD Luke Martinkosky, CRWD Michelle Sylvander, CRWD Forrest Kelley, CRWD Ramsey County Attorney James Mogen

Public Attendees

Review, Amendments and Approval of the Agenda.

Motion 21-089: Approve the Agenda of May 5, 2021. No changes Murphy/Sanders Unanimously Approved II.

Public Comment

No public comments III.

Permit Applications and Program Updates A)

21-002, MRB Subdivision – 2nd Review Period Extension (Hosch)

Ms. Hosch reviewed permit #21-002 for MRB Subdivision. The applicant requested an extension to the 60-day review period prior to the expiration on 5/15/2021. The applicant has requested the additional time to complete the required conditions, with particular attention to City of St. Paul permitting needs. President Collins asked for any questions. Manager Texer asked for clarification of the location. Ms. Hosch replied that the subdivision is located at 104 Mississippi Blvd.

Motion 21-090: Approve 60-day review period extension for Permit 21-002 Mississippi River Blvd Subdivision to expire July 14, 2021. Murphy/Sanders Unanimously Approved B)

21-012, Highland Arena Parking Improvements – Review Period Extension (Hosch)

Ms. Hosch reviewed permit #21-012 for Highland Arena Parking Improvements. The applicant requested an extension to the 60-day review period prior to the expiration on 5/9/2021. The applicant has requested the additional time to complete the required conditions. An erosion and sediment control permit for demolition and grading work only has been issued for work to begin as the applicant works on stormwater conditions for full permit approval. President Collins asked for clarification on the number of rain gardens being built. Ms. Hosch confirmed that two rain gardens are being proposed on this site. Motion 21-091: Approve 60-day review period extension for Permit 21-012 Highland Arena parking improvements to expire July 8, 2021. Murphy/Sanders Unanimously Approved C)

21-015, Cretin-Derham Hall Addition (Hosch)

Ms. Hosch reviewed permit #21-015 for Cretin-Derham Hall Addition. The applicant, Cretin-Derham Hall School, will build an addition on south entry of the school. Reconstruction of south parking lot which includes the addition of a west driveway to allow delivery traffic. Permanent stormwater management consists of an underground storage CMP storage system with a Contech StormFilter MTD. The applicable rules are Stormwater Management (Rule C), Flood Control (Rule D), and Erosion and Sediment Control (Rule F). The disturbed area of this project is 1 acre with 1.29 acres impervious surface. President Collins asked for any questions or comments. No comments were made. Motion 21-092: Approve permit #21-015 Cretin-Derham Hall Addition with 8 Conditions: 1. Receipt of $6,400 surety. 2. Receipt of documentation of maintenance agreement recorded with Ramsey County. 3. Provide a copy of the NPDES permit. 4. Revise SWPPP/ESC Plan to include notes a.-b. found in the 4/28/21 permit report. 5. Revise maintenance plan to indicate maintenance of the underground system/StormFilter if the system does not drawdown in 48 hours. 6. Specify overflow assembly elevation on Detail 1 on Sheet C2.12. This is modeled as a 2’ weir at an elevation of 232.95’ in the HydroCAD model. 7. Revise the StormFilter design to meet the 48-hour drawdown time without system bypass. The currently proposed 25 filters at 1 gpm/filter can draw down 10,451 ft3 in approximately 52 hours. 8. Revise HydroCAD or plans to correspond as noted in items a.-e. in the 4/28/21 permit report.

Murphy/Sanders Unanimously Approved IV.

Special Reports – No Special Report

Action Items A)

AR: Approve Minutes of the April 21, 2021 Regular Meeting (Sylvander)

Motion 21-093: Approve the Minutes of April 21, 2021 Regular Meeting. Murphy/Sanders Unanimously Approved B)

AR: Approve 2021-2022 Professional Services Consulting Pool (Eleria)

Ms. Eleria reviewed that CRWD adopted a policy for soliciting professional services in 2010 and solicit statements of qualifications from interested consultants on a biennial basis. A Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for professional, technical services for 2021 and 2021 was distributed to over 130 Minnesota businesses including approximately 83 businesses that meet WBE (women-owned) or MBE (minorityowned) certifications through MNUCP (Federal/State database) and/or CERT (Metro database administered by City of St. Paul). Ms. Eleria shared that staff reviewed Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) from 31 firms and determined their qualifications for 12 specific service areas. Of the submittals received 21 were firms in CRWD’s 2019-2020 pool, and 10 are new firms for 2021-2022. Eleven firms are disadvantage business enterprises (DBE). CRWD will utilize this qualified pool for selecting firms to submit proposals or qualifications on new projects over the next two years. CRWD typically seeks one to three proposals or SOQs for new projects each year. Ms. Eleria noted that in early June a meeting will be held to inform qualified firms of upcoming projects. Manager Murphy asked Ms. Eleria how she felt about the quantity of the applicants received. Ms. Eleria replied that she was happy with the amount and felt the number of qualified firms was adequate.

Motion 21-094: Approve 2021-2022 Professional Services Consulting Pool. Murphy/Sanders Unanimously Approved C)

AR: Authorize Como Lake Shoreline Restoration RFP (Belden)

Ms. Belden provided a review of the Como Lake Management Plan (CLMP) that was adopted by the Board of Managers on May 15, 2019. The CLMP presents an adaptive management plan framework for achieving water quality goals for Como Lake through in-lake, watershed, and community actions over the next 20 years. Ms. Belden detailed that goal 2 of the CLMP states: “Maintain healthy shoreline areas that can support a variety of wildlife and contribute to the ecological health of Como Lake”. To work toward achieving Goal 2, the CLMP recommends completing actions L10: Conduct shoreline assessment, L11: Develop and implement shoreline management plan, and L12: Engage volunteers and local partners in shoreline management. Action L10 was completed in September 2020 by Ramsey County Soil and Water

Conservation District and will serve to inform the development and implementation of Actions L11 and L12. With Action L10 complete, CRWD staff plan to start implementation of Action L11: Develop and implement shoreline management plan. A Request For Proposals (RFP) has been developed to seek a consultant to assist with the development of the plan. The RFP will be distributed to three qualified firms with experience in shoreline restoration and management: Emmons & Olivier Resources, Inc (EOR), Land bridge Ecological, and Resources Environmental Solutions, LLC (RES). These firms are included on CRWD’s 2021-2022 Professional Services Providers list and submitted Statements of Qualifications, and one of which is a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE). Shoreline is managed by Saint Paul Parks and Recreation (SPPR). CRWD has been collaborating with SPPR to develop the RFP. SPPR will also be heavily involved in the review of proposals and development of the Shoreline Management Plan. Ms. Belden asked for any questions. Manager Texer shared that the report was very thural. Manager Murphy inquired about signage. Ms. Belden replied that a goal in the shoreline assessment is set to stabilize a formal fishing area, along with trash cans and signage.

Motion 21-095: Authorize distribution of the Como Lake Shoreline Management Plan Request For Proposals (RFP) to the selected consulting firms. Murphy/Sanders Unanimously Approved D)

AR: Approve Manufactured Treatment Device Policy (Martinkosky)

Mr. Martinkosky provided a presentation of the Manufactured Treatment Device (MTD). The MTD is a prefabricated treatment structure that utilizes filtration or absorptive/adsorptive materials to remove pollutants from stormwater runoff. There are many vendors with various options and claims of performance for their products. Mr. Martinkosky shared that CRWD has seen a recent increase in the number of applicants proposing their use on permitted sites. The Regulatory Division has been working to assess the performance of MTDs, determine how they fit into the Volume Reduction crediting framework of the Rules, and create a Policy to help guide staff and applicants during permit reviews. Mr. Martinkosky reviewed a technical memo summarizing the review and data analysis completed to assess MTD performance, a draft policy outlining the process for reviewing requests to utilize an MTD for standard or enhanced filtration, and a draft resolution setting fee and surety collection rates that includes a new maintenance surety for MTDs. The technical memo and draft policy were reviewed by the Board Programs Committee which includes Managers Sanders and Manager Texer. Mr. Martinkosky explained that a maintenance agreement is required with a 5-year maintenance surety. Manager Texer asked about what happens in year six. Mr. Martinkosky replied that there are no guarantees. Manager Sullivan Janzen inquired about the life expectancy. Mr. Martinkosky replied that is depends on the amount of usage and maintenance with regular inspections. President Collins inquired about the credits. Mr. Martinkosky replied that Minnesota will be a pilot program. Data would be coming in from other states and allow CRWD to adjust based on data collected from another site with similar conditions. Manager Sanders inquired about maintenance. Mr. Martinkosky replied that the manufacture still at the front end. CRWD would proceed as best as possible with the maintenance agreement to address concerns. Mr. Fossum asked about other states taking a lead. Mr. Martinkosky replied that CRWD is taking a lead. Mr. Martinkosky added that a meeting group has been moving forward with a crediting, added to stormwater manual in the next year. Mr. Fossum noted this is an example of CRWD showing leadership in important and outstanding work.

Motion 21-096: Adopt the Capitol Region Watershed District Manufactured Treatment Device (MTD) Stormwater Crediting and Use Policy Murphy/Sanders Unanimously Approved Motion 21-097: Adopt the Resolution Setting Fee and Surety Rates for Watershed District Permitting Murphy/Sanders Unanimously Approved VI.

Unfinished Business A) Como Lake 319 Grant Update (Fossum)

Mr. Fossum provided an update of the Como Lake 319 Grant. Mr. Fossum shared that CRWD did get final approval from EPA. Mr. Fossum thanked Ms. Belden for her persistence. The amount of funding is expected to go up to a total of $354,000. Mr. Fossum anticipate having an agreement in place by October 1, 2021. No Action was taken, the update was provided for information and discussion only. VII.

General Information A)

Board of Managers’ Updates

Manager Texer congratulate staff for the audit. Mr. Fossum noted that Administrator Doneux’s surgery went well and is home resting. Manager Texer noted a site near the compost and recycling area near Pleasant Avenue where she noticed a hole inside a fenced area that is filling up with water. Mr. Kelley replied that he will investigate the site. Manager Sullivan Janzen requested visiting the building site near Lake McCarron’s as a learning opportunity for the community. Manager Sanders replied that a CAC member lives right across the street and has been watching this site very closely. No Action was taken, the update was for information and discussion only. VIII. Next Meetings A) Wednesday, May 12, 2021 7:00 PM- CAC Meeting – Electronic Only, President Collins will attend the CAC Meeting. B) Wednesday, May 19, 2021 6:00 PM- Regular Meeting – Electronic Only IX.

Adjournment

Motion 21-098: Adjournment of the May 5, 2021 Regular Board Meeting at 7:10 P.M. Murphy/Sanders

Unanimously Approved Respectfully submitted, Michelle Sylvander

April 21, 2021 Board Meeting V. Action Items – B) Accounts Payable & Budget Updated (Sylvander)

DATE: April 15, 2021 TO: CRWD Board of Managers FROM: Michelle Sylvander, Office Manager RE: March 2021 Accounts Payable/Receivable and Administrative/Program Budget Report _________________________________________________________________________________

Enclosed are the Accounts Payable/Receivable and the Administrative/Program Budget Reports for the Month of April 2021. Summary of Budget Report: (April Only Expenses) Administrative Budget (100’s) Program Budget (200’s) Project Budget (300’s) Capital Improvement Budget (400’s) Debt Service (500’s)

$ $ $ $ $

138,699.08 109,361.63 35,695.55 29,140.70 23,828.59

TOTAL

336,725.55

Summary of Accounts Payable/Receivable Report through March 31, 2021: (Past, present and future months) (April 2021 Only)

Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable

$ $

395,476.01 51,427.24

Request Action Approve April 2021 Accounts Payable/Receivable and Budget Report and direct Board Treasurer and President to endorse and disperse checks for these payments. enc:

April 2021 Accounts Payable April 2021 Budget Report

2021 Operations and CIP Monthly YTD Expenditures to Budget $6,000,000 $5,000,000 $4,000,000 $3,000,000 $2,000,000 $1,000,000 $Jan

Feb

March

April

May

Jun

July

August

Sept

Oct

2021 Operations Budget

Operations Cumulative Expenditures

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Capitol Region Watershed District

Check Register For the Period From May 1, 2021 - May 31, 2021

Date 04/29/21 04/29/21 05/19/21 05/19/21 05/19/21 05/19/21 05/19/21 05/19/21 05/19/21 05/19/21 05/19/21 05/19/21 05/19/21 05/19/21 05/19/21 05/19/21 05/19/21 05/19/21 05/19/21 05/19/21 05/19/21 05/19/21 05/19/21 05/19/21 05/19/21 05/19/21 05/19/21 05/19/21 05/19/21 05/19/21 05/19/21 05/19/21 05/19/21 05/19/21 05/19/21 05/19/21 05/19/21 05/19/21 05/19/21 05/19/21 05/19/21 05/19/21 05/19/21 05/19/21 05/19/21 05/19/21 05/19/21

Payee Communication Systems Specialists Communication Systems Specialists ALS Group USA, Corp. Anchor Solar Investments, LLC ArchKey Technologies Barr Engineering Benefit Extras, Inc. C Lanphear Design Canteen Colonial Life Comcast - Business Comcast - Business Commercial Steam Team, Inc. Digi-Key Emmons & Olivier Resources ESRI, Inc. Forestry Suppliers, Inc. Forrest J. Kelley Gopher State One HealthPartners Holiday Fleet Houston Engineering, Inc. INGCO International, Inc. INGCO International, Inc. Joseph Collins League of MN Cities Inc. Trust Maintenance Team, Inc. McCaren Designs, Inc. Menards MetLife Minnesota Association of Govern.Comm. Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Minnesota State Auditor Mississippi Watershed Mgmt. Organization MSR Design Northern Battery Northern States Power Company Orkin, LLC Prairie Restorations, Inc. Ramsey County Soil & Water Conservation Ramsey County - Attorney Redpath & Company, Ltd. Rymark Sprout Social St. Paul Regional Water Services Staples Business Advantage Summit Companies

Total

Check #

$10,733.65 10,733.65 2,500.00 172.01 10,532.11 39,611.13 96.00 637.50 26.97 844.20 445.87 1,193.48 180.00 41.17 338.00 562.20 551.56 1,440.00 74.25 31,602.90 249.60 2,008.00 735.85 137.50 1,450.00 32,536.00 1,187.98 555.28 142.61 336.06 165.00 23,828.59 5,295.00 4,500.00 2,282.25 215.16 2,000.00 280.00 2,000.00 20,646.00 3,219.00 6,614.16 4,312.00 149.00 125.29 232.88 1,225.00

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21340 21341 21342 21343 21344 21345 21346 21347 21348 21349 21350 21351 21352 21353 21354 21355 21356 21357 21358 21359 21360 21361 21362 21363 21364 21365 21366 21367 21368 21369 21370 21371 21372 21373 21374 21375 21376 21377 21378 21379 31380 21381 21382 21383 21384 21385 21386

Description Surveillance Cameras - 50% - Issued 4/29/21 Surveillance Cameras - 50% - Issued 4/29/21 Micro Plastics Solar Leasing Infectious Disease Control/Motion Sensors Engineering Expense Employee Benefits Design Work Rent - Brewer Machine Employee Benefits Voice & Internet Business Voice Edge Carpet Cleaning Supplies Villa Park Pond Outlet ArcGIS Online Supplies Office Cleaning Email Tickets Employee Benefits Fuel for Vehicles Como Regional Park BMP's Translation Services Translation Services Manager Per Diem/Expense Annual Insurance Facilities Management Monthly Horticulture Services Supplies Employee Benefits Membership Renewal Clean Water Partnership Loan Payment 2020 Financial Audit Crisis Communications Media Design for CRWD Office Supplies Surety Release PC Standard-Monthly 2021 Spring Prescribed Burn SWCD Services Attorney Fees Accounting & Payroll Services POE Switch/Increase RAM/Managed Services Professional Plan Water & Sewer Supplies Annual Sprinkler Inspection

Capitol Region Watershed District

Check Register For the Period From May 1, 2021 - May 31, 2021

Date 05/19/21 05/19/21 05/19/21 05/19/21 05/19/21 05/19/21 05/19/21 05/19/21

Payee Syscon, Inc. Verizon Wireless Viking Industrial Center Walters Xcel Energy Xcel Energy Xcel Energy US Bank SUB-TOTAL APRIL A/P:

APRIL PAYROLL/BENEFITS: APRIL TOTAL:

Total

Check #

53.75 1,365.32 260.30 154.53 25.83 29.99 240.20 3,513.02

21387 21388 21389 21390 21391 21392 21393 21394

Description Sage Support Monthly Cell Phone Services Supplies Trash/Recycling Electrical Service-Maryland Avenue Electrical Servic-Kittson Street Monthly Electric Monthly Credit Card Expense

$234,387.80

161,088.21 $395,476.01

APPROVED FOR PAYMENT:

5/19/2021

APRIL, 2021 RECEIPTS Comcast Cretin-Durham Hall MRB Homes Xcel CRB-Phase 3 MN State 4M Fund-General APRIL RECEIPTS:

$339.19 2,000.00 500.00 2,000.00 46,520.00 68.05 $51,427.24

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Refund Permit Fee Permit Fee Permit Fee Grant Income April Interest

Capitol Region Watershed District April 30, 2021 Comparison

Check Register Totals Accounts Payable Checks

$234,387.80

Payroll & Benefits

161,088.21

TOTAL:

$395,476.01

Pre-Paid Expenses

($32,783.16)

Previous Month Expenses:

($23,967.30)

Surety Release

($2,000.00)

APRIL ONLY:

$336,725.55

Pre-Paid Expenses: Colonial Life - Ck. #21349 HealthPartners - Ck. #21359 MetLife - Ck. #21369

Previous Month Expenses: Communication Systems Specialists - Ck. #21340 Communication Systems Specialists - Ck. #21341 ALS Group USA, Corp. - Ck. #21342

Surety Release: Northern States Power Company - Ck. #21376

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$844.20 31,602.90 336.06 $32,783.16

$10,733.65 10,733.65 2,500.00 $23,967.30

$2,000.00

CAPITOL REGION WATERSHE DISTRICT JOB COST RECAP FOR THE PERIOD APRIL 1, 2021 ‐ APRIL 30, 2021 JOB COST #/NAME 21890 ‐ Safety Program 21895 ‐ Diversity & Inclusion Program 20970 ‐ General Administration 21970 ‐ General Administration 20975 ‐ Aldine Operations 21975 ‐ Aldine Operations 21976 ‐ 1736 Thomas Operations 21978 ‐ MAWD 21980 ‐ Citizens Advisory Committee 21985 ‐ External Funding Opportunities 00000 ‐ Administration Allocation TOTAL GENERAL ADMINISTRATION: 200 ‐ Administration 208 ‐ Regulatory Program 210 ‐ Grants Program 211 ‐ Monitoring, Assessment & Research 220 ‐ Communications & Engagement 222 ‐ Facility Management Program TOTAL PROGRAMS: 300 ‐ Administration 302 ‐ Groundwater Projects 305 ‐ Como Lake Subwatershed 310 ‐ Lake McCarron's Subwatershed 313 ‐ Loeb Lake Subwatershed 315 ‐ Trout Brook Subwatershed 325 ‐ Wetland, Stream & Ecosystem Restoration 332 ‐ Mississippi River Confluence Subwatershed 370 ‐ Watershed Management Plan 375 ‐ Watershed‐Wide Planning, Assessment & Implementation TOTAL PROJECTS: TOTAL OPERATING FUND: 405 ‐ Como Lake BMP's 410 ‐ Lake McCarron's BMP's 413 ‐ Loeb Lake BMP's 415 ‐ Trout Brook BMP's 431 ‐ Mississippi River Gorge Subwatershed BMP's 432 ‐ Mississippi River Confluence Subwatershed BMP's 433 ‐ Mississippi River Downtown Subwatershed BMP's 440 ‐ Special Projects & Grants TOTAL CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT: 475 ‐ Watershed‐Wide Capitol Improvement Projects TOTAL DEBT SERVICES: TOTAL ALL FUNDS:

2021 ANNUAL BUDGET 35,000.00 15,000.00 ‐ 744,700.00 ‐ 150,000.00 85,800.00 5,000.00 10,000.00 5,000.00 (251,400.00) $799,100.00 165,924.00 556,620.00 929,700.00 761,150.00 792,460.00 420,580.00 $3,626,434.00 85,476.00 0.00 170,050.00 100,700.00 20,850.00 211,110.00 162,770.00 46,250.00 ‐ 145,580.00 $942,786.00 $5,368,320.00 412,400.00 ‐ ‐ 950,250.00 96,750.00 911,440.00 610,450.00 ‐ $2,981,290.00 1,054,454.00 $1,054,454.00

CURRENT MONTH EXPENDITURES 1,977.98 ‐ ‐ 120,564.40 ‐ 6,940.50 9,216.20 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ $138,699.08 ‐ 18,677.15 30,279.75 28,858.86 21,343.15 10,202.72 $109,361.63 ‐ 229.14 6,610.87 364.15 ‐ 9,539.42 247.54 8,047.83 3,940.77 6,715.83 $35,695.55 $283,756.26 2,501.43 402.20 ‐ 11,265.32 12,552.01 ‐ ‐ 2,419.74 $29,140.70 23,828.59 23,828.59

YEAR‐TO‐DATE EXPENDITURES 8,967.92 165.97 6,203.09 390,643.00 2,505.89 60,326.44 11,635.86 ‐ 1,180.00 ‐ ‐ $481,628.17 ‐ 90,880.94 69,578.64 151,489.28 79,514.97 39,812.79 $431,276.62 ‐ 229.14 31,251.83 9,902.38 ‐ 25,239.75 1,564.03 21,983.21 13,442.65 25,879.32 $129,492.31 $1,042,397.10 11,811.56 949.65 44.20 13,414.11 25,878.80 ‐ 110.70 5,604.55 $57,813.57 806,897.34 $806,897.34

BALANCE OF BUDGET REMAINING 26,032.08 14,834.03 (6,203.09) 354,057.00 (2,505.89) 89,673.56 74,164.14 5,000.00 8,820.00 5,000.00 (251,400.00) $317,471.83 165,924.00 465,739.06 860,121.36 609,660.72 712,945.03 380,767.21 $3,195,157.38 85,476.00 (229.14) 138,798.17 90,797.62 20,850.00 185,870.25 161,205.97 24,266.79 (13,442.65) 119,700.68 $813,293.69 $4,325,922.90 400,588.44 (949.65) (44.20) 936,835.89 70,871.20 911,440.00 610,339.30 (5,604.55) $2,923,476.43 247,556.66 $247,556.66

% OF BUDGET EXPENDED ‐‐‐ 1.11% ‐‐‐ 52.46% ‐‐‐ 40.22% 13.56% 0.00% 11.80% 0.00% 0.00% 60.27% 0.00% 16.33% 7.48% 19.90% 10.03% 9.47% 11.89% 0.00% ‐‐‐ 18.38% 9.83% 0.00% 11.96% 0.96% 47.53% ‐‐‐ 17.78% 13.74% 19.42% 2.86% ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐ 1.41% 26.75% 0.00% 0.02% ‐‐‐ 1.94% 76.52% 76.52%

$9,404,064.00

$336,725.55

$1,907,108.01

$7,496,955.99

20.28%

Unaudited Fund Balance FUND BALANCES @ 12/31/20 Operations 2,930,932.62 Capital Improvement 5,418,792.06 Debt Service 229,722.40 TOTAL FUND BALANCE: $8,579,447.08

2021 Fund Transfers ‐ ‐ ‐ $0.00

Year‐to‐Date Revenue 21,608.41 46,900.87 ‐ $68,509.28

Year‐to‐Date Expenditures $1,042,397.10 57,813.57 806,897.34 $1,907,108.01

Unaudited Fund Balance @ 04/30/21 1,910,143.93 5,407,879.36 (577,174.94) $6,740,848.35

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CAPITOL REGION WATERSHE DISTRICT JOB COST DETAIL FOR THE PERIOD APRIL 1, 2021 ‐ APRIL 30, 2021 JOB COST #/NAME 21890 ‐ Safety Program 21895 ‐ Diversity & Inclusion Program 20970 ‐ General Administration 21970 ‐ General Administration 20975 ‐ Aldine Operations 21975 ‐ Aldine Operations 21976 ‐ 1736 Thomas Operations 21978 ‐ MAWD 21980 ‐ Citizen Advisory Committee 21985 ‐ External Funding Opportunities 10000 ‐ Administration Allocation TOTAL GENERAL ADMINISTRATION: 20000 ‐ Administration Allocation 20099 ‐ District Permit Program 21000 ‐ District Permit Program 21102 ‐Coordinated Erosion & Sediment Control 21103 ‐ Permittee Post‐Construction BMP Inspections 21104 ‐ Engagement Activities & Permitees 21105 ‐ Rules, Evaluations & Updates 21107 ‐ Illicit Discharge & Elimination 21109 ‐ Industrial Stormwater Permittee Coordination 21111 ‐ Water Reuse Policy Support ‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐ ‐ Permits 20143 ‐ Stewardship Grants 21143 ‐ Stewardshhip Grants 20144 ‐ Partner Grants 16147 ‐ TWP Blvd. Rain Gardens 21150 ‐ ROW Projects‐Boulevard Rain Gardens 21152 ‐ Stewardship Grant Outreach 21153 ‐ Grant Project Inspection & Maintenance 21155 ‐ Well Sealing Grants 21160 ‐ Large Scale Site Planning Grants 20200 ‐ Baseline Monitoring Data Collection 21200 ‐ Stormwater Monitoring & Data Collection 20205 ‐ Lake Monitoring & Data Collection 21205 ‐ Lake Monitoring & Data Collection 20210 ‐ Villa Park Monitoring & Data Collection 21215 ‐ Wetland Biological Integrity Monitoring 21220 ‐ Monitoring Database & Reporting Tool 21221 ‐ Monitoring Trend Analysis & Reporting 21225 ‐ Citizen Science Monitoring Program 21228 ‐ Research Program 21230 ‐ BMP Performance Monitoring 20230 ‐ BMP Monitoring 21235 ‐ Emerging Containments & Water Quality 20250 ‐ General Outreach & Communications 21250 ‐ General Communications & Engagement

2021 ANNUAL BUDGET 35,000.00 15,000.00 ‐ 744,700.00 ‐ 150,000.00 85,800.00 5,000.00 10,000.00 5,000.00 (251,400.00) 799,100.00 165,924.00 ‐ 209,770.00 193,900.00 72,730.00 6,220.00 20,690.00 42,490.00 4,970.00 5,850.00 ‐ ‐ 510,550.00 225,000.00 38,670.00 17,380.00 74,040.00 10,430.00 53,630.00 ‐ 393,120.00 ‐ 106,460.00 14,390.00 26,280.00 19,450.00 9,250.00 46,850.00 131,350.00 ‐ 14,000.00 ‐ 236,310.00

CURRENT MONTH EXPENDITURES 1,977.98 ‐ ‐ 120,564.40 ‐ 6,940.50 9,216.20 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 138,699.08 ‐ ‐ 13,483.80 490.07 677.20 ‐ ‐ 787.19 ‐ ‐ 3,238.89 ‐ 21,293.84 ‐ 6,637.70 54.17 426.37 1,867.67 ‐ ‐ ‐ 24,219.30 ‐ 627.27 ‐ 437.50 355.08 ‐ 384.47 428.22 2,407.02 ‐ ‐ ‐ 14,943.97

YEAR‐TO‐DATE BALANCE OF EXPENDITURES BUDGET REMAINING 8,967.92 26,032.08 165.97 14,834.03 6,203.09 (6,203.09) 390,643.00 354,057.00 2,505.89 (2,505.89) 60,326.44 89,673.56 11,635.86 74,164.14 ‐ 5,000.00 1,180.00 8,820.00 ‐ 5,000.00 ‐ (251,400.00) $481,628.17 $291,439.75 ‐ 165,924.00 4,094.51 (4,094.51) 53,429.64 156,340.36 1,840.75 192,059.25 821.22 71,908.78 ‐ 6,220.00 192.09 20,497.91 2,755.11 39,734.89 ‐ 4,970.00 49.50 5,800.50 27,698.12 (27,698.12) 969.68 (969.68) 42,524.66 468,025.34 1,336.93 (1,336.93) 14,115.15 210,884.85 110.56 38,559.44 1,167.13 16,212.87 8,599.93 65,440.07 30.88 10,399.12 723.72 52,906.28 10,327.92 (10,327.92) 124,239.39 268,880.61 249.18 (249.18) 3,848.02 102,611.98 (2,768.00) 2,768.00 681.75 13,708.25 452.87 25,827.13 ‐ 19,450.00 1,878.94 7,371.06 1,897.08 44,952.92 7,865.40 123,484.60 2,816.73 (2,816.73) ‐ 14,000.00 2,722.95 (2,722.95) 47,067.78 189,242.22

% OF BUDGET EXPENDED 25.62% 1.11% ‐‐‐ 52.46% ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐ 13.56% 0.00% 11.80% ‐‐‐ 0.00% 60.27% 0.00% ‐‐‐ 25.47% 0.95% 1.13% 0.00% 0.93% 6.48% 0.00% 0.85% ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐ 8.33% ‐‐‐ 6.27% 0.29% 6.72% 11.62% 0.30% 1.35% ‐‐‐ 31.60% ‐‐‐ 3.61% ‐‐‐ 4.74% 1.72% 0.00% 20.31% 4.05% 5.99% ‐‐‐ 0.00% ‐‐‐ 19.92%

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CAPITOL REGION WATERSHE DISTRICT JOB COST DETAIL FOR THE PERIOD APRIL 1, 2021 ‐ APRIL 30, 2021 JOB COST #/NAME 21252 ‐ Project Communications 21255 ‐ Clean Streets 21260 ‐ Maintenance Workshops for Clean Water 21262 ‐ Youth Outreach Programs 20265 ‐ Sponsorships & Partnerships 21265 ‐ Sponsorships 21267 ‐ Partnerships 20268 ‐ Adopt A Drain 20270 ‐ Website 21270 ‐ Digital Communications 20271 ‐ Master Water Stewards 21271 ‐ Volunteer Programs 17274 ‐ TWP Communications 21275 ‐ Events 21278 ‐ Public Art Program 21279 ‐ Partner Grant Program 21280 ‐ 595 Aldine Communications & Engagement 20285 ‐ Awards Program 21285 ‐ Awards Program 20303 ‐ BMP Database 21303 ‐ BMP Database 21305 ‐ District Owned Facility Management 21310 ‐ Shared Ownership Facility Management 21315 ‐ Partner Owned Facilities 20333 ‐ Public Art Program 20396 ‐ Safety Equipment TOTAL PROGRAMS: 30000 ‐ Administration Allocation 21402 ‐ Seeps & Springs Study 21423 ‐ AIS Management 20424 ‐ Como Lake Aquatic Plant Management 21424 ‐ Como Lake Aquatic Plant Management 21425 ‐ Como Lake Fisheries Management 18427 ‐ Como Lake Management Plan 21427 ‐ Shoreline Management 19428 ‐ Como Lake Aquatic Plant Management 21430 ‐ Street Sweeping Program 21434 ‐ Water‐Based Recreation Management 21436 ‐ Como Subwatershed Infrastructure Management 21440 ‐ Future Stormwater Management Planning 21470 ‐ Lake Vegetation & AIS Management 18476 ‐ Upper Villa Maintenance 19476 ‐ Upper Villa Maintenance 21476 ‐ Villa Park Wetland System Evaluation 21479 ‐ Lake McCarron's Shoreline 21480 ‐ Watershed Hydraulic & Hodrologic Modeling 11513 ‐ Loed Lake Stormwater Pond Improvements 20550 ‐ TBI Inspection and Maintenance 21550 ‐ TBI Inspection & Maintenance 14552 ‐ TBI Easement Verification & Documentation 21554 ‐ TBI Model Update

2021 ANNUAL BUDGET 28,190.00 46,340.00 15,420.00 20,720.00 ‐ 31,500.00 20,800.00 ‐ ‐ 63,900.00 ‐ 36,260.00 ‐ 24,390.00 31,000.00 170,480.00 51,060.00 ‐ 16,090.00 ‐ 45,930.00 234,150.00 53,440.00 87,060.00

$3,626,434.00 85,476.00 ‐ 15,740.00 ‐ 12,370.00 9,870.00 ‐ 25,370.00 22,740.00 22,370.00 50,110.00 11,480.00 20,110.00 ‐ 20,480.00 20,000.00 40,110.00 20,850.00 ‐ ‐ 50,850.00 150,140.00

CURRENT MONTH EXPENDITURES 311.79 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 36.16 216.39 ‐ ‐ 1,957.05 ‐ 1,010.70 ‐ 441.67 349.42 2,076.00 ‐ ‐ ‐ 30.88 944.67 6,451.80 108.34 2,667.03 ‐ ‐ $109,361.63 ‐ 229.14 ‐ ‐ 1,683.37 1,332.36 1,577.48 1,901.21 ‐ 116.45 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 338.00 ‐ ‐ 26.15 ‐ ‐ 3.90 4,422.45 ‐ 4,101.42

YEAR‐TO‐DATE BALANCE OF EXPENDITURES BUDGET REMAINING 869.50 27,320.50 108.48 46,231.52 45.59 15,374.41 ‐ 20,720.00 36.16 (36.16) 5,536.16 25,963.84 1,415.53 19,384.47 108.47 (108.47) 397.38 (397.38) 6,921.20 56,978.80 144.64 (144.64) 2,063.90 34,196.10 96.30 (96.30) 845.15 23,544.85 5,869.36 25,130.64 5,210.03 165,269.97 56.39 51,003.61 3,721.99 (3,721.99) 168.59 15,921.41 30.88 (30.88) 10,221.37 35,708.63 20,885.12 213,264.88 625.03 52,814.97 3,644.86 83,415.14 36.16 (36.16) 478.79 (478.79) 431,276.62 $3,195,157.38 ‐ 85,476.00 229.14 (229.14) ‐ 15,740.00 281.62 (281.62) 11,107.03 1,262.97 3,809.87 6,060.13 10,573.78 (10,573.78) 2,451.46 22,918.54 1,972.00 (1,972.00) 116.45 22,623.55 ‐ 22,370.00 256.93 49,853.07 682.69 10,797.31 55.01 20,054.99 8,945.56 (8,945.56) 64.65 (64.65) 283.71 20,196.29 553.45 19,446.55 ‐ 40,110.00 ‐ 20,850.00 72.56 (72.56) 10,109.44 (10,109.44) ‐ 50,850.00 12,384.88 137,755.12

% OF BUDGET EXPENDED 3.08% 0.23% 0.30% 0.00% ‐‐‐ 17.58% 6.81% ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐ 10.83% ‐‐‐ 5.69% ‐‐‐ 3.47% 18.93% 3.06% 0.11% ‐‐‐ 1.05% ‐‐‐ 22.25% 8.92% 1.17% 4.19% ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐ 11.89% 0.00% ‐‐‐ 0.00% ‐‐‐ 89.79% 38.60% ‐‐‐ 9.66% ‐‐‐ 0.51% 0.00% 0.51% 5.95% 0.27% ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐ 1.39% 2.77% 0.00% 0.00% ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐ 0.00% 8.25%

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CAPITOL REGION WATERSHE DISTRICT JOB COST DETAIL FOR THE PERIOD APRIL 1, 2021 ‐ APRIL 30, 2021 JOB COST #/NAME 21570 ‐ NPDES MS4 Stormwater Program 19605 ‐ Lower Phalen Creek/Rush Line 21605 ‐ Phalen Creek Daylighting Feasibility Study 21610 ‐ Willow Reserve Signage & Access 21615 ‐ Wetland Restoration Planning 19621 ‐ Snelling Midway Redevelopment O & M 20621 ‐ Snelling Midway Redevelopment O & M 18622 ‐ Ford Site Planning 18623 ‐ Ford Site Area C 18624 ‐ CCLRT BMP Maintenance 18650 ‐ 2020 Watershed Management Plan 21651 ‐ Partner Agency Plan Review 21652 ‐ GIS Program 21655 ‐ St. Paul Watershed Governance 21656 ‐ District Chloride Assessment & Prevention Plan 21658 ‐ Great River Passage 16660 ‐ TWP Grant Admin 16 20660 ‐ Special Grants ‐ Project Development 19662 ‐ 1919 University Avenue 19665 ‐ Science Museum Feasibility

2021 ANNUAL BUDGET 10,120.00 ‐ 53,450.00 30,960.00 78,360.00 ‐

16705 ‐ TWP Como BMP McMurray 19706 ‐ Como Lake Alum Treatment 16710 ‐ TWP Como BMP McMurray 21711 ‐ Como Pavillion BMP's 21712 ‐ Gotfried's Pit Improvement 16715 ‐ TWP Como Sr. High 16720 ‐ Willow Reserve Restoration Project 16752 ‐ TWP ‐ McCarrons BMP ‐ Parkview 20820 ‐ TBI Repair ‐ Station 28+65 ‐ 50+72 16853 ‐ Victoria Park 16886 ‐ Lauderdale Subwatershed Stormwater Improvement Project 19890 ‐ Midway Peace Park 20891 ‐ Ford Site 20892 ‐ Science Museum of Minnesota 16917 ‐ Swede Hollow Construction 16920 ‐ TWP Grant Administration 19925 ‐ Springboard for the Arts Headquarters 19940 ‐ Zero Abuse Project 16950 ‐ New Office Facility TOTAL CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT: 14960 ‐ Watershed‐Wide Capitol Improvement Projects TOTAL DEBT SERVICES:

‐ 150,000.00 50,700.00 ‐ ‐ ‐ 950,250.00 105,480.00 96,750.00 560,000.00 805,960.00 50,450.00 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ $2,981,290.00 1,054,454.00 $1,054,454.00

CURRENT MONTH EXPENDITURES 1,011.65 ‐ ‐ ‐ 247.54 ‐ 445.58 3,696.67 ‐ 3,905.58 3,940.77 ‐ 725.84 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 5,989.99 $35,695.55 $283,756.26 2,501.43 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 402.20 11,265.32 ‐ 12,552.01 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 137.49 ‐ 2,282.25 $29,140.70 23,828.59 23,828.59

TOTAL ALL FUNDS:

$9,404,064.00

$336,725.55

23,125.00 23,125.00 ‐ 20,100.00 30,470.00 10,060.00 54,950.00 30,000.00

‐ ‐ TOTAL PROJECTS: $942,786.00 TOTAL OPERATING FUND: $5,368,320.00 211,700.00

YEAR‐TO‐DATE BALANCE OF EXPENDITURES BUDGET REMAINING 2,672.87 7,447.13 821.37 (821.37) ‐ 53,450.00 ‐ 30,960.00 742.66 77,617.34 99.01 (99.01) 1,881.28 (1,881.28) 15,390.25 7,734.75 707.09 22,417.91 3,905.58 (3,905.58) 13,442.65 (13,442.65) 1,610.22 18,489.78 2,945.17 27,524.83 ‐ 10,060.00 ‐ 54,950.00 ‐ 30,000.00 124.80 (124.80) 925.95 (925.95) 360.73 (360.73) 19,912.45 (19,912.45) 129,492.31 $813,293.69 $1,042,397.10 $4,325,922.90 7,452.75 204,247.25 4,116.51 (4,116.51) 99.02 (99.02) 99.08 149,900.92 ‐ 50,700.00 44.20 (44.20) 44.20 (44.20) 949.65 (949.65) 13,414.11 936,835.89 ‐ 105,480.00 25,878.80 70,871.20 110.70 559,889.30 ‐ 805,960.00 ‐ 50,450.00 44.20 (44.20) 384.95 (384.95) 179.83 (179.83) 91.07 (91.07) 4,904.50 (4,904.50) $57,813.57 $2,923,476.43 806,897.34 247,556.66 $806,897.34 $247,556.66 $1,907,108.01

$7,496,955.99

% OF BUDGET EXPENDED 26.41% ‐‐‐ 0.00% 0.00% 0.95% ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐ 66.55% 3.06% ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐ 8.01% 9.67% 0.00% 0.00% 0.00% ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐ 13.74% 19.42% 3.52% ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐ 0.07% 0.00% ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐ 1.41% 0.00% 26.75% 0.02% 0.00% 0.00% ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐ 1.94% 76.52% 76.52% 20.28%

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CAPITOL REGION WATERSHED DISTRICT PERMITS FOR THE PERIOD APRIL 1, 2021 ‐ APRIL30, 2021 PERMIT NUMBER 13003 16016 16019 17003 17013 17023 18002 18008 18009 18014 18018 18020 18022 19005 19006 19010 19011 19012 19013 19015 19016 19017 19020 19021 19024 19025 19026 19030 20003 20005 20009 20011 20013 20014 20016 20017 20018 20019 20020 20021 20023 20024 20025 20026 20028

PERMIT NAME MN Pass Willow Reserve Habitat of Humanity Roselawn Cemetary Como Park Sr. High School Great River Schools Weyerhaeuser Apts. Menards Trnasload Terminal Vomela Beacon Bluff Seal Island at Como Zoo Morning Star Payne Building Development Albion Senior Community Rivoli Phase III Midway Peace Park McCarrons Hill Raymond Station Summit Avenue Bridge Reconstruction UST 2nd Year Housing St. Paul Gateway Mixed Use Waterford Bay Dale Street Bridge Reconstruction Urban Academy Addition Harambee Elementary School Audit Como Animal Hospital Lexington Parkway Realingment Lower Landing Tumble Fresh Coin Operated Laundry Five Star Storage SPPS Service Facility Addition Washington Tech HS Field Improvement Ford Site Redevelopment Randolph Square ‐ Riverbend Business Ford Site Redevelopment Stormwater University & Dale Affordable Housing Ayd Mill Road Hamm's Brewery 2227 University Mixed Use Marshall & Finn Apartments Wilder Square Hope Community Academy 2383 University Seminary Pond Wetland Highland Bridge Lot 1 Block 3 Hmong Academy Middle School Gillette POP22

PERMITTING BUDGET ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐

CURRENT MONTH EXPENDITURES

YEAR‐TO‐DATE EXPENDITURES

‐ 28.81 142.22 ‐ ‐ ‐ 57.62 49.50 62.74 14.40 ‐ 28.81 57.62 28.81 297.08 28.80 ‐ ‐ ‐ 72.02 ‐ 14.40 ‐ 57.62 28.81 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 460.05 86.43 297.04 28.81 ‐ ‐ 72.02 ‐ ‐ 57.62 ‐ 28.81 57.62 129.64 ‐

187.22 28.81 142.22 559.89 115.00 55.00 323.92 277.22 446.82 111.30 428.83 72.01 237.65 43.21 297.08 115.21 28.80 280.70 86.43 237.55 14.40 14.40 110.00 201.65 79.22 14.40 402.50 476.25 400.09 371.34 1,194.32 408.13 964.64 129.63 57.60 337.50 163.76 1,062.25 27.50 1,345.05 432.08 28.81 331.28 331.29 396.83

BALANCE OF PERMIT BUDGET REMAINING

% OF PERMIT BUDGET EXPENDED

‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐

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CAPITOL REGION WATERSHED DISTRICT PERMITS FOR THE PERIOD APRIL 1, 2021 ‐ APRIL30, 2021 PERMIT NUMBER

PERMIT NAME

PERMITTING BUDGET

20029 20031 20033 20035 20037 21001 21002 21003 21004 21006 21007 21008 21009 21010 21011

Fairview & University Highland Bridge Rowhomes Model Exeter Territorial Road North End Community Center Cleveland Avenue (CSAH 46) The Enclave at McCarrons Lake Mississippi River Boulevard Subdivision St. Paul City School Lexington Landing Phase II Western Highland Bridge Blk 19 & 2 Wakan Tipi Center Griggs Scheffer Phase II Highland Bridge Lot 1 Blk. 6 Highland Bridge Lot 1 Block 7 MnDOT I94 & 35E

21000

Sub‐Total: Permits General Permitting

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‐ ‐ TOTAL PERMITS: 209,770.00

CURRENT MONTH EXPENDITURES

YEAR‐TO‐DATE EXPENDITURES

115.24 57.38 144.05 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 338.86 ‐ ‐ 396.06

558.21 215.79 825.37 934.25 945.75 3,568.96 1,967.31 1,889.13 902.50 454.50 768.00 838.50 32.00 32.00 396.06

3,238.89 13,483.80 16,722.69

27,698.12 57,524.15 85,222.27

BALANCE OF PERMIT BUDGET REMAINING

% OF PERMIT BUDGET EXPENDED

‐ ‐ ‐ ‐

‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐

‐ ‐ $124,547.73

‐ ‐ 40.63%

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May 19, 2021 Board Meeting V. Action Item - C) Metro Watershed Based Implementation Funding (Doneux) DATE: TO: FROM: RE:

May 13, 2021 CRWD Board of Managers Mark Doneux, Administrator Metro Watershed Based Implementation Funding

Background In FY 2018-19 Clean Water Fund (CWF) - Watershed-based Funding Pilot Program (WBIF), allocations were made to County based convene group of LGUs. The group had to determine if funding were to be distributed on a collaborative or competitive basis and the funding distribution formula. In the FY 20202021 CWF- Watershed-based Funding Pilot Program, allocations made to watershed based convene group of LGUs. These groups again had to determine if the process would be collaborative or competitive, a funding distribution formula. What changed in this biennium was the addition of SWCD Annual Work Plans as eligible plans under this program. BWSR has held two meetings this late winter/spring to gather input on the next biennium of funding. Issues Since the beginning of the year, there have been a series of different meetings that have directly or indirectly focused on the WBIF. Through these discussions, Metro area Administrators believe that it would be useful to both Metro Watershed Organizations and BWSR if MAWD and local watersheds recommend a funding policy approach rather than respond or react to a state enacted policy. Metro Administrators have helped draft a recommended policy analysis and approach that was submitted to the MAWD Board. On May 3rd, the MAWD Board endorsed the Policy Analysis and Recommendations Metro Watershed Based Implementation Funding (attached). The core policy recommendation from this analysis is: “Funding distributed to organizations with state approved comprehensive, multiyear 103B watershed management plans that deliver on multijurisdictional priorities at a watershed scale.” Staff would recommend that the CRWD Board draft a letter, to be signed by the Vice President, to be sent to BWSR in support of the MAWD. Requested Action Authorize Administrator to submit letter of support of MAWD WBIF Policy Analysis and Recommendation to be signed by Board Vice President. enc:

Minnesota Association of Watershed Districts Policy Analysis and Recommendations - Metro Watershed Based Implementation Funding

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Our mission is to protect, manage and improve the water resources of Capitol Region Watershed District.

Minnesota Association of Watershed Districts Policy Analysis and Recommendations Metro Watershed Based Implementation Funding Introduction and Purpose: The Board of Water and Soil Resources (BWSR) has been piloting options for long term funding through its watershed based implementation funding (WBIF) program for the metro area, as it moves away from competitive based funding for clean water projects. This paper analyzes those policy options using criteria established by the Board of Water and Soil Resources, Minnesota statutes and the Local Government Water Roundtable (LGWR) – including that state funds be provided in a streamlined, efficient, predictable manner for prioritized, targeted and measurable clean water implementation at a watershed scale. Policy Recommendation: Based on the analysis, the Minnesota Association of Watershed Districts (MAWD) finds that the policy option that best meets these stated goals is: Funding distributed to organizations with state approved comprehensive, multiyear 103B watershed management plans that deliver on multijurisdictional priorities at a watershed scale. Policy Parameters: 1. Portions of the metro that are within a One Watershed One Plan (1W1P) should be funded through the 1W1P program and NOT through the Metro WBIF. Specifically, the North Fork Crow River, South Fork Crow River, Rum River, Lower St. Croix River and North Cannon River within the metro should be funded through their respective 1W1P. 2. The remaining metro area should have grants distributed to the 23 water management organizations (WMO) wholly located within the metro for implementation. 3. Projects may be the work of any eligible local government identified in the WMO plan (including soil and water conservation districts, counties, or cities), or subsequently integrated into the WMO plan through the well-established planning processes outlined in MN Statute 103B. Background and Context: Local Government Water Roundtable: In 2013, the Local Government Water Roundtable (LGWR) Comprehensive Water Planning and Management Policy Paper recommended that, “long-term predictable state funding should be provided for implementation of actions identified in watershed-based plans.” The 2013 Policy Paper outlined that, “the funding mechanisms should allow streamlined administration to maximize efficiency, minimize redundancy, and prevent duplication of efforts.” In 2016, the LGWR Funding Workgroup Policy Paper found that: •

“When the voters of Minnesota approved the Clean Water, Land and Legacy Amendment to increase sales tax, they did so with the intent that actions would take place that would result in cleaner water.” April 30, 2021

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“Once implementation strategies are developed it is imperative that funding is aligned to be distributed to implement actions effectively.”

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“More predictable funding for implementation will make it more likely to achieve progress on the goals of clean water which the citizens of Minnesota supported.”

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“Watershed management is an effort that takes time and would benefit from a more stable base of funding than is provided through current grants.”

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“In the Twin Cities metropolitan area, mandatory planning has been required since 1982. Since these plans exceed what is expected in 1W1P, at this time they are not anticipating going through the 1W1P process. However, their comprehensive watershed management plans are in need of predictable funding from the state.”

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“Long-term, predictable state funding should be provided in the form of Comprehensive Watershed Implementation Block Grants (CWIBGs) for management and implementation of actions identified in comprehensive watershed management plans.”

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“A new funding mechanism should . . . be resource driven where strategies and actions identified in the comprehensive watershed management plans drive what gets done.”

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“The most significant question remaining for the Metro is how future state funds could be equitably and more efficiently distributed, both for planning and implementation.”

Board of Water & Soil Resources Watershed Based Implementation Funding Pilot: The Board of Water and Soil Resources has established pilot watershed based implementation funding programming in the metropolitan area. Based on BWSR literature, these pilot programs are intended to: • • • • •

Ensure a simplified administrative process; Be driven by locally led collaboration; Provide reliable support for local water management; Be prioritized, targeted and measurable; and Depend on comprehensive watershed management plans to address the largest pollution threats and provide the greatest environmental benefit to each watershed

Stakeholder Engagement in BWSR Watershed Based Implementation Funding Pilot: Pilot programming for watershed based implementation funding was implemented in the 2018-2019 and 2020-2021 biennium as a means to developing best practices for the long-term sustained implementation of WBIF. Throughout that time metro watershed management organizations have repeatedly provided critical insight, feedback, and concrete policy guidance to BWSR based on real world experience with implementing the pilot programs; measured against the stated goals of BWSR – stemming from prior recommendations from the LGWR. In addition to consistent feedback regarding the lack of specific and measurable goals, opaque process, and inconsistent communication from BWSR to stakeholders; metro watershed management organizations have repeatedly recommended that BWSR’s “watershed based” funding program be truly April 30, 2021

watershed based – relying on metropolitan watershed management plans – in order to achieve policy objectives of: • • • • •

Ensuring a simplified administrative process; Being driven by locally led collaboration; Providing reliable support for local water management; Being prioritized, targeted and measurable; and Depending on watershed management plans to address the largest pollution threats and provide the greatest environmental benefit to each watershed

In response to feedback, BWSR has communicated that the watershed based funding pilot program “is truly a pilot program,” and that it was committed to working with local government partners to leverage the feedback and learning gathered through the pilot process. Unfortunately, to date the consistent recommendations from metro watersheds have not been meaningfully or transparently integrated into BWSR’s policy evaluation or decision making. From the beginning, and throughout the pilot program, metro watersheds have repeatedly pleaded with BWSR to: 1. Articulate how the pilot programs are being measured relative to the stated policy objectives; 2. Communicate those data driven findings to stakeholders; 3. Identify criteria being used to evaluate the many policy options regarding the long term mechanics of watershed based implementation funding; and 4. Clearly communicate its analysis and findings ahead of decision making regarding the long-term use of constitutionally dedicated legacy funding. With ongoing concerns related to the lack of transparent communication and unclear frameworks for analysis by BWSR, MAWD has worked with metro watershed management organizations to identify and apply evaluative criteria to the various WBIF options to support a clear and focused policy recommendation to BWSR.

MAWD Analysis of BWSR Watershed Based Implementation Funding Policy: Introduction: For purposes of evaluating WBIF options MAWD has used the well-established public policy analysis framework below. • • • • • • •

Define the problem Assemble the evidence Construct the alternatives Identify evaluative criteria Project the outcomes Confront the tradeoffs Decide

Define the Problem: For purposes of MAWD’s analysis, LGWR has already assembled evidence and defined the problem, that to achieve the clean water objectives voted on in the constitutional amendment, a source of long-term predictable state funding should be provided for implementation of actions identified in watershed based April 30, 2021

plans – with funding mechanisms maximizing efficiency, minimizing redundancy, and preventing duplication of efforts. Construct the Alternatives: Throughout the implementation of the WBIF pilot programs a variety of alternatives have been identified. These are outlined in the attached policy analysis matrix (Attachment A), and include: A. Allocate funds by BWSR defined 10 Metro Watershed Areas. a. Eligible LGUs meet in each of the 10 WS Areas to decide distribution of funds. *Used in FY2020-2021 cycle B. Allocate funds by BWSR defined 33 Metro Watershed Areas. a. Eligible LGUs meet in each of the 33 WS Areas to decide distribution of funds. C. Allocate each eligible entity in Metro (WMO, SWCD, County, up to 47 entities) to fund each plan. D. Metro-wide competitive grant for all eligible entities. E. Allocate funds by BWSR defined 3 Metro Watershed Areas based on major river basins (MN, Miss, St Croix). a. Eligible LGUs meet in each of the 3 WS Areas to decide distribution of funds. F. Allocate funds to each of the 33 Metro Watershed Management Organizations with approved plans. WMO/WDs decide the distribution of funds. G. Allocate funds to each of the 23 Metro Watershed Management Organizations with approved plans that are not part of a 1W1P. WD/WMOs decide the distribution of funds. Identify the Evaluative Criteria: To objectively evaluate the aforementioned WBIF options, a set of seven criteria were used drawing from BWSR policy and guidance, statute, and LWGR policy recommendations, which include. • • • • • • •

Projects are prioritized, targeted and measurable (PTM) The Plan is sufficiently cooperative and coordinated with cities, SWCD, and counties in the metro The process to distribute identify and fund projects, implement, and report is efficient and streamlined Work is PTM at a watershed scale Projects must be identified in a comprehensive watershed plan developed under 103B The Plan underwent a public agency review WBIF funds are a predictable source of funds

Project the Outcomes: The evaluation of options A-G, using the aforementioned seven criteria are outlined in the attached policy analysis matrix (Attachment A). An executive summary of this analysis is provided below. Watershed management planning processes outlined in MN Statute §103B.231 have proven, over 40 years of practice, to be one of the most effective single means of comprehensively integrating multijurisdictional water and land use planning – resulting in truly collaborative, prioritized, targeted and measurable water resource improvement strategies coordinated efficiently at a watershed scale. As the LGWR acknowledged in 2016, the content requirements of these metro watershed plans exceed what is expected in 1W1P, and require meaningful collaboration with towns, statutory and home rule charter cities, soil and water conservation districts, state review agencies, the Metropolitan Council and the Board of Water and Soil Resources. April 30, 2021

Following plan adoption, every single metro water management organization implements annual processes to maintain their comprehensive watershed management plans, through careful and intentional collaboration with agency partners at a local and regional scale, to integrate emerging issues, priorities, and management strategies identified within the watershed. As needed, based on this routine and real-time level of locally led collaboration, watershed plans are amended to integrate adjusted priorities identified through partnership with cities, soil and water conservation districts, counties and others. These amendments are reviewed by all member towns, cities, counties, the Metropolitan Council, state review agencies, before ultimately being approved by BWSR. This process, designed by the legislature, is explicitly designed to contemplate and integrate, at a watershed scale, the physical environment, the hydrologic system, and the policies and plans of all other agencies within the jurisdiction, in order to develop a comprehensive, prioritized, and targeted plan for measurable watershed improvement. Juxtaposed against existing and proven processes in 103B, BWSR has promoted a new “convene” policy, which at its core invents a new regional governance framework and planning process (Metro Area Watershed Based Funding Process), accompanied with significant overhead and duplications beyond the proven metro watershed planning already in place. BWSR’s proposal contradicts the established goals and policy recommendations of the LGWR to establish funding mechanisms that maximize efficiency, minimize redundancy, and prevent duplication of efforts; and BWSR’s own claim that, “The efficiencies created by this change will benefit both organizations and landowners by streamlining processes, which will allow more projects to be implemented in a timely manner and ensure limited resources are spent where they are needed most.” 103B watershed management planning exists today, under statute, as an efficient, streamlined process to integrate and prioritize water resource management at a multi-jurisdictional level – bringing city, soil and water conservation districts and county goals under one umbrella. It is unclear how developing new bureaucracy that exists in parallel with statute and rule already in place serves the stated objectives of LGWR, BWSR, or taxpayers, as it increases the overhead and process for local agencies beyond those that were previously required to seek clean water funds competitively. If the state wishes to develop an efficient, streamlined, predictable source of funding for prioritized watershed scale implementation on a coordinated versus competitive basis, funding 103B watershed management plans completed under existing statute and rule is the alternative that achieves these goals.

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Attachment A Policy Recommendation and Analysis Policy Recommendation: Funding distributed to organizations with state approved comprehensive, multiyear 103B watershed management plans that synthesize multijurisdictional priorities at a watershed scale. Parameters 1. Portions of the metro that are within a One Watershed One Plan (1W1P) should be funded through the 1W1P program and NOT through the Metro WBIF. Specifically, the North Fork Crow River, South Fork Crow River, Rum River, Lower St. Croix River and North Cannon River within the metro should be funded through their respective 1W1P. 2. The remaining metro area should have grants distributed to the 23 water management organizations (WMO) wholly located within the metro for implementation. 3. Projects may be the work of any eligible local government identified in the WMO plan (including soil and water conservation districts, counties, or cities), or subsequently integrated into the WMO plan through the well-established planning processes outlined in MN Statute 103B. Evaluation Criteria and Policy Analysis: 1. Projects must be identified in a comprehensive watershed plan developed under 103B a. Metro WMOs have approved comprehensive plans that meet strict criteria, are comprehensive and have a significant public and agency input and review process. b. These plans are comprehensive in nature and by statute, multiyear (10 Years) and are based on the state mandated and established watershed boundaries within the metro area. c. The WMO identifies and considers all relevant plans and programs. Reviews any Water Resources and Protection Strategies (WRAPS) reports, Groundwater Restoration and Protection Strategies (GRAPS) reports, and County Groundwater Plans and local water management plans, SWCD Comprehensive plans developed for the area. d. 2016 LGWR Funding Workgroup Policy Paper stated, “Metro Area Collaborative PTM Plans (prioritized, targeted, and measurable) should receive Comprehensive Watershed Implementation Block Grants.” e. Collaborative PTM Plan: A plan for watershed management activities that are prioritized, targeted and measurable that is developed by using the existing comprehensive watershed management plans that exist in Counties of the Seven County Metro Area. 2.

Projects are prioritized, targeted and measurable a. Plans are required under 8410.0045 to identify priority issues in consideration of: (1) water management problems, including prevention of future water management problems, (2) funding levels; and April 30, 2021

(3) regional, county, city, state, and federal water management priorities. b. Priority issues must be evaluated, addressed, and prioritized in the goals and implementation sections of the plan. c. Each plan or plan amendment shall contain specific measurable goals that address issues identified. 3. Plan underwent a public and agency review a. WMOs consults with BWSR Board Conservationist to review the plan update process. Prepare to start the update process approximately 18-26 months prior to the expiration of the current plan to allow adequate time to gather priority concerns, write the plan, and meet the review timelines. Discuss public input ideas. Set a due date for update completion and work backward to develop an internal timeline. b. WMOs engage committee(s) in the update process. The purpose of the committee(s) are to make recommendations on the issues identified in the plan (8410.0045, Subpart 2). Committee input is solicited and integrated regularly throughout the update process. WMOs have an advisory committee and/or other type of committee, or other public and technical participation. c. WMOs notifies the required state review agencies, any county, city, township and soil and water conservation district within the watershed area, and MnDOT. The notice describes the initiation of the plan update and requests input on water resource information allowing 60 days for response. d. WMOs develop a public input process that is WMO Board approved and acceptable to BWSR. At least one public input meeting is required, however, multiple public meetings are often held to explain the planning process, the goals of the plan, and to solicit meaningful input. Citizen surveys and workshops with interest groups are also often used for additional means to gather public input. 4. The plan is sufficiently cooperative and coordinated with cities, SWCD and counties in the metro a. A simple process already exists in MN Rules 8410 detailing how WMOs entities can amend their plans to incorporate requests from the cities, counties and SWCDs to include projects be added to comprehensive watershed plans if not already included. WMOs will continue to seek input projects and priorities as part of our annual budgeting process to members of our Technical Advisory Committee. b. BWSR already has a review process for the comp watershed plans (PRAP or complaint-driven) and therefore can identify shortcomings in coordination or implementation and enforce change. Plans may be amended periodically to include partner project and program requests. The amendment process includes review by BWSR and all state review agencies. c. Metro WDs/WMO can utilize their existing Technical Advisory Committees (TAC) to assist in the prioritization of watershed projects funded through WBIF. The TAC will also provide input on the plan amendment process and keeping the WD/WMOs apprised of the latest implementation strategies and technology. 5. This approach will make the CWF/WBIF process more efficient and streamlined a. LGWR 2013 Policy Paper stated, “The funding mechanism should allow streamlined administration to maximize efficiency, minimize redundancy, and prevent duplication of efforts.” b. Provides for the fewest number of grant agreements to implement the program April 30, 2021

c. Provides a more consistent statewide approach to fund allocation, priority project selection and implementation. d. Provides BWSR the best way to ensure WBIF is meeting state defined criteria. e. The areas within the metro that are part of an existing 1W1P (Rum River, Lower St. Croix, North Cannon, and the Crow River) should be funded through the statewide 1W1P program and not through metro WBIF, f. This would eliminate the duplication of areas included in a 1W1P. The metro WBIT allocations for these areas should be added to the 1W1P allocations and the partnership should receive ONE allocation from two sources. These organizations have already been funded to write a plan and should now work collaboratively to implement the plan like the rest of the state. g. Metro Groundwater Plans should be funded from another source to reduce the confusion and redundancy of WBIF also be used for groundwater implementation. There are other groundwater programs that end up getting an allocation for surface water AND an allocation for groundwater due to this duplication of funding. 6.

Predicable source of funds

a. LGWR Comprehensive Water Planning and Management Policy Paper in 2013 stated “Long-term predictable state funding should be provided for implementation of actions identified in watershedbased plans.” b. 2016 – LGWR Funding Workgroup Policy Paper stated “In the Twin Cities metropolitan area, mandatory planning has been required since 1982. Since these plans exceed what is expected of a 1W1P, at this time they are not anticipating going through the 1W1P process. However, their comprehensive watershed management plans are in need of predictable funding from the state.” 7.

Watershed Scale

a. Local Government Water Roundtable (LGWR) introduced legislation in 2011 to make changes to allow Comprehensive Local Water Management (CLWM) to be conducted on a watershed basis instead of a county boundary. b. Under 103B a watershed means a drainage area with boundaries that are substantially coterminous with those of an aggregation of contiguous minor watershed units possessing similar drainage patterns and that cross the borders of two or more local government units.

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Attachment B

Metro WBIF Options and Criteria Comparison 1

1) Projects must be identified in a comprehensive

4) The Watershed Plan is

watershed plan

Option

developed under the

2) Prioritized, Targeted

1W1P or 103B metropolitan surface

and Measurable

3) In the Metro the plan

sufficiently cooperative

underwent a public and agency review

and coordinated with cities, counties, & SWCDs in the watershed

water management

5) The process to distribute funds, identify projects, implement, report, and measure results is efficient &

6) WBIF funds are a predictable source of funds to eligible entities

7) Planning and project implementation is completed on a watershed scale

streamlined

frameworks or groundwater plans

Source for criteria

2019 Session Law https://www.revisor.mn.g ov/laws/2019/1/Session+L

BWSR policy/guidance

MS 103B.231 & MR 8410

BWSR policy/guidance

LWGR policy 2016

BWSR policy/guidance

aw/Chapter/2/ Allocate funds by BWSR defined 10

Metro Watershed Areas. Eligible LGUs meet in each of the 10 WS Areas to decide distribution of funds. Used in FY2020-2021 cycle

Allocate funds by BWSR defined 33

Metro Watershed Areas. Eligible LGUs meet in each of the 33 WS Areas to decide distribution of funds.

Allocate each eligible entity in Metro (WMO, SWCD, County, up to 47 entities) to fund each plan.

Metro-wide competitive grant for all eligible entities.

Allocate funds by BWSR defined 3 Metro Watershed Areas based on

major river basins (MN, Miss, St Croix). Eligible LGUs meet in each of the 3 WS Areas to decide distribution of funds.

Allocate funds each of the 33 Metro Watershed Management

Organizations with approved plans. WMO/WDs decide the distribution of funds.

Allocate funds each of the 23 Metro Watershed Management

Organizations with approved plans. WD/WMOs decide the distribution of funds.

Scoring

Fully Meets Criteria Partial Meets Criteria Does Not Meet Criteria

Definitions Comprehensive Watershed Plan

A plan that meets all the requirements under 1W1P or 103B including 5-10 year CIP, watershed assessments, program descriptions, public and agency review, etc. as described in MS & MR. This is consistent with 2019 Session Law for the funding.

Prioritized, Targeted and Measurable

Has the meaning as defined by BWSR in its guidance

Public and Agency Review

Has the meaning as describe in MS103B.231, Subd 7 Reviewing draft plan

Sufficiently cooperative and coordinated Has the meaning as defined by BWSR in its guidance Efficient & streamlined

This means the process to distribute funds, indentify projects, implement, report, and verify is efficient & streamlined for both BWSR and the local eligible entities receiving the funds.

Predictability of Funding

Eligible entities know with a high degree of certainty when and how much funding will be delivered during the biennium.

Scale

BWSR has stated funding must be in a prioritize, comprehensive watershed plan. This only happens at certain scales, e.g. 1W1P (MS 103B.801), Metro plan (MS 103B.231 & MR 8410)

NOTES

BWSR defines Eligible Entities in the seven-county Twin Cities Metropolitan (Metro) Area as counties, watershed districts, watershed management organizations, soil and water conservation districts, and municipalities having a current state approved and locally adopted watershed management plan as required under §103B.231, county groundwater plan authorized under §103B.255, or soil and water conservation district comprehensive plan under Minnesota statutes "Organizational" plan needs to be defined since BWSR uses this term to describe why watershed plans are not an adequate vehicle to plan and implement the work needed to meet comprehensive watershed management goals. Options A-C and E can never fully meet the criteria because (1) not all eligible entities have a watershed plan under 103B, (2) is not a source of predictable funding to watersheds as it will vary by entity williness to distribute by watershed need and not entity need to fund their own organizations, and (3) planning is not done at the watershed scale by all entities. Main drawback to Option D is it's not a predictable source of funding and it does not promote collaboration at the local level.

May 19, 2021 Board Meeting V. D) Authorize Public Comment Period for 2020 MS4 Annual Report (Funke)

DATE: TO: FROM: RE:

May 12, 2021 CRWD Board of Managers Rachel Funke, Urban BMP Technician Authorize Public Comment Period for 2020 MS4 Annual Report

Background As a regulated operator of a small municipal separate storm sewer system (MS4), CRWD is required to prepare and submit an annual report of activities and accomplishments associated with its stormwater pollution prevention program (SWPPP) by June 30th to MN Pollution Control Agency (MPCA). CRWD must solicit public comment on the MS4 annual report and hold an annual public meeting to present the SWPPP activities and accomplishments made each year. Issues CRWD staff have summarized CRWD’s stormwater management activities and accomplishments in 2020 in an MS4 Annual Report Form provided by MPCA and CRWD’s 2020 Annual Report submitted to BWSR earlier this year. CRWD staff propose that the 30-day public comment period on CRWD’s 2020 SWPPP work commence on May 24th and end on June 23rd and the public meeting for presenting this work occur at the June 16th Board meeting. Announcements of the public comment period and public meeting will be published in the Saint Paul Pioneer Press and CRWD’s website. The 2020 MS4 Annual Report will be available on CRWD’s website and will be included in the Board packet for the June 16th meeting. Action Requested Authorize public comment period on CRWD’s MS4 Annual Report for 2020; and approve the June 16th, 2020 Board meeting as the public meeting date for the annual report.

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May 19, 2021 Board Meeting V. Action Item - E) 2021 Stewardship Grant Program Updates (Eleria) DATE: TO: FROM: RE:

May 13, 2021 CRWD Board of Managers Anna Eleria, Division Manager Approve Stewardship Grant Program Updates

Background For over 15 years, CRWD’s Stewardship Grant Program has offered technical and financial assistance to property owners interested in implementing stormwater best management practices (BMPs) on their property. To date, nearly 300 BMP projects throughout the District have been constructed voluntarily through the Stewardship Grant Program. This has resulted in treating 77 acres in the District and reducing stormwater volumes by over 5,200,000 cubic feet annually. In addition, approximately 22,000 pounds of sediment and 55 pounds of phosphorus are prevented from reaching the Mississippi River each year through Stewardship Grant projects. The Planning, Projects and Grants (PPG) Division administers the Stewardship Grant Program. Issues Periodically, PPG staff evaluates and updates the grant program with the last one conducted in early 2018. Over the past winter, PPG staff have reviewed the Stewardship Grant Program and are suggesting changes to the program with the goals, themes and priorities of the recently adopted Watershed Management Plan (WMP) and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Plan in mind. The changes to the program fall under three main categories: •

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Consolidating the Stewardship Grant Program, typically for clean water projects less than $40,000, and the larger Water Quality Capitol Improvement Grant Program, typically for projects between $40,000 - $200,000, into one grant offering. The purpose for the consolidation is to be more efficient with staff time, minimize confusion about CRWD’s grants, and offer clean water project grants year-round. Offering small grant awards for native landscaping and pollinator habitat projects in CRWD’s geographic focus areas – Trout Brook, Saint Anthony Hill and Phalen Creek subwatersheds. The intent of this new grant type is to aid with implementation of other ecologically beneficial projects that may have broader appeal in the focus areas and be more feasible to implement than rain gardens or other clean water projects that have certain site and design criteria. Offering small maintenance grants to recipients of a CRWD Stewardship Grant. Feedback received from a 2018 survey to past grantees, previous rain garden maintenance workshops and WMP development process indicated that more maintenance support from CRWD is desired.

CRWD staff are proposing to offer three types of grants under the Stewardship Grant Program. The three types of grants are: 1) Clean Water Project Grants; 2) Native Landscaping Project Grants; and 3) BMP Maintenance Grants. The enclosed summary table presents each grant’s purpose, watershed management plan reference, eligibility requirements, grant award ranges, match requirements, and timelines. Also Our mission is to protect, manage and improve the water resources of Capitol Region Watershed District.

enclosed are draft grant overview documents that further describe these three grant types offered under CRWD’s Stewardship Grant Program. These documents will serve as the basis for grant outreach materials. Besides these three grant types, CRWD will continue to offer grants for planning of larger clean water projects and well-sealing projects. No changes are proposed to those two grant types. Given the emphasis on implementation of CRWD grant projects in several subwatersheds, PPG staff are working with Communications and Engagement staff to develop a plan for Stewardship Grant Program outreach/promotion activities in 2021 and 2022. Activities will include participation in community events, outreach to past and current Partner Grantees, places of worship, Saint Paul District Councils and other community groups and translation of grant information materials. CRWD staff has presented the proposed grant program updates to the Board Program Committee and the Community Advisory Committee. Their feedback is reflected in the attached grant program summary table (with major suggestion highlighted in yellow). Action Requested Approve updates to Stewardship Grant Program Encs. Stewardship Grant Program Updates – Summary Table Clean Water Project Grants Overview Native Landscaping Grants Overview BMP Maintenance Grants Overview

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CRWD Stewardship Grant Program Updates Grant Types 5/13/2021 Clean Water Projects

Native Landscaping Projects

Maintenance Grants

To provide financial and technical assistance for stomwater best management practices, such as rain gardens, rain barrels/cisterns, permeable pavement and green roofs.

To provide financial assistance for native landscaping and pollinator habitat projects in CRWD's focus areas - Trout Brook, Saint Anthony Hill and Phalen Creek subwatersheds.

To provide financial assistance for maintenance of previously funded Clean Water Projects located at schools, places of worship, non-profits, businesses and multi-family residential properties.

Themes

Rain as a Resource; Quality of life; Partnerships

Community equity and engaging underrepresented groups; Quality of life; Partnerships

Adaptive management; Partnerships

Goals

BE Goal #5 - Support the voluntary implementation of green infrastrucutre practices by offering grant programs

EH Goal #9 - Foster the expansion of native plant communities in the District by promoting District and partner grant opportunities

IM Goal #4 - Offer BMP inspection and maintenance support to District grantees

Eligible Applicant

Any property owner in the District

Any property owner located in the Trout Brook, Saint Anthony Park and Phalen Creek subwatersheds

Any previous Clean Water Project grant recipient in the past 10 years. Single-family residential scale projects are not eligible but technical advice is available. Recipients of native landscaping grants are not eligible for maintenance grants.

Eligible BMPs, Activities and Materials

Rain gardens, pervious pavement, rain barrels, cisterns, green roofs, underground infiltration systems

Native gardens and pollinator habitat gardens

Grant Summary

2021 - 2030 WMP References

Application Period CRWD Non-Focus Areas

Grant Amount Matching Funds

CRWD Focus Areas

Grant Amount Matching Funds Non-Focus Areas

Funding Disbursement Focus Areas

Year-round $500 - $200,000; Past grantees can apply later for an additional grant for a new project. 5% residents; 10% non-profits, schools, public agencies; 25% businesses $500-$200,000 per project; Past grantees can apply later for an additional grant for a new project. 0% residents; 5% non-profits, schools, public agencies; 10% businesses

Year-round

Reimbursement after the project is completed. Requests accepted at anytime.

NA (ineligible) NA (ineligible)

Routine maintenance work by a contractor such as weeding, sediment removal, plant replacement, mulching, cleaning of BMPs, and repairs. Materials only for work by grantee. Year-round $200 - $2,000 annually for ten years after project completion 50%; in-kind match allowed (labor, materials, services)

Up to $1,000 one-time

$200 - $2,000 annually for ten years after project completion

None required

25%; in-kind match allowed (labor, materials, services)

Reimbursement requests must be made by Consider 50% grant disbursement upon execution Consider 50% grant disbursement upon execution December 1st the year that expenses are incurred. of the agreement and remaining 50% disbursed of the agreement and remaining 50% disbursed upon CRWD approval of completed project. upon CRWD approval of completed project.

Past/Current/Future Grant Award Budgets $250K / $350K / $500K

$ 0K / $20K out of SG budget / $50K out of SG budget

$0 / $20K / $50K

Project Timeline

12 months

Annually for ten years after project completion

CRWD Contact Person

Stormwater BMP Specialist - Carol Lundgren

Stormwater BMP Technician - Rachel Funke

Clean Water Project Grants Stewardship Grant Program OVERVIEW

Capitol Region Watershed District (CRWD) covers areas of Saint Paul, Roseville, Falcon Heights, Lauderdale and Maplewood. CRWD is a highly developed urban area with about 42% impervious surfaces such as streets, parking lots and buildings. These impervious surfaces have widespread consequences for our streams, rivers and lakes. Rainwater falling on these hard surfaces carries large amounts of pollution as it flows directly into these shared water resources. As such, CRWD offers technical and financial assistance to encourage private and public landowners to install clean water projects that protect and improve the quality of the Mississippi River as well as lakes and streams within the district.

GOALS • • • • •

Support clean water projects that improve water quality by decreasing stormwater runoff and pollutants Provide opportunities to educate the public on their connection to water resources Provide demonstration of effective and/or innovative management practices Foster stewardship of CRWD water resources from residents, businesses, schools, community groups and others who live, work or serve within CRWD Support projects that further CRWD’s equity goal of implementing water quality improvement projects in underserved areas

APPLICANT ELIGIBILITY

Eligible applicants include residents, non-profits, schools, public agencies, and all other organizations located within Capitol Region Watershed District.

PROJECT ELIGIBILITY • • • •

Stormwater best management practices (BMPs) such rain gardens, shoreline restoration, water re-use systems, green roofs and other green infrastructure practices Rain barrel with the installation of another stormwater BMP Plants, soil, mulch, and other non-decorative landscape expenses such as tool rental Contracted construction costs (in-kind labor not eligible for reimbursement) Our Mission is to protect, manage and improve the water resources of Capitol Region Watershed District.

FUNDING CYCLE AND TIMELINE

Applications for the Clean Water Project Grants are accepted year-round. Applications may take up to 30 business days to review.

PROJECT PERIOD

Fully executed Clean Water Project grant agreements are valid for 12 months. Clean water projects started before the agreement is fully executed do not qualify for funding; including materials purchased prior to the fully executed agreement. A pre-construction meeting with the grantee and contractor, if applicable, must be completed before construction begins.

GRANT AWARD AND MATCHING FUNDS

The minimum grant award is $500. Individual BMP grant awards for a clean water project may be combined to qualify. The maximum grant award for any Clean Water Grant project is $200,000 unless otherwise authorized by the CRWD Board of Managers. Grant awards less than $20,000 are reviewed by CRWD staff and approved by the District Administrator. Grant awards equal to or greater than $20,000 must be approved by CRWD’s Board of Managers. Match requirements: • Residential, public agencies and non-profits: match requirement of 5% • Business and other for-profit organizations: match requirement of 25% • Match requirement applies to grant eligible expenses Rain Barrels: • 100% of cost up to $1,000 • No match requirement

Grant Award Bonuses Grant award bonuses provide additional financial support to clean water projects. Projects must meet the criteria of the bonuses to qualify, and bonuses are automatically calculated into the grant award amount. No additional applications are required. Visibility/Education Bonus: CRWD offers a bonus for projects that are accessible and/or visible to the public. This bonus is automatically applied to all clean water projects that qualify as determined by CRWD staff.

Focus Area Bonus: In effort to expand clean water programs and projects in central and eastern portions of the district, CRWD offers a grant award bonus for projects in this area. See CRWD’s Focus Area Bonus Map for more details. In addition, CRWD has adjusted match requirements for those that qualify for this bonus. • Residential: no match requirement • Public agencies and non-profits: match requirement of 5% • Businesses and other for-profit organizations: match requirement of 10%

Our Mission is to protect, manage and improve the water resources of Capitol Region Watershed District.

PAYMENT SCHEDULE

Water Quality Grant awards are issued as a reimbursement after a project has passed final inspection. Reimbursement is issued in the form of a check within 60 business days after the reimbursement form is submitted and approved. Receipts and invoices submitted with the Reimbursement Form must be itemized and show proof of payment.

REPORTING AND ADMINISTRATION

The following are required of all grantees: • Application submitted to clundgren@capitolregionwd.org • Signed grant agreement (provided by CRWD) • Records related to this grant may be governed by Minnesota Statutes Chapter 13, as amended (“Minnesota Governmental Data Practices Act”). Pursuant to Minn. Stat. Sec. 16C.05, subd. 5, the books, records, documents, and accounting procedures and practices related to this grant shall be subject to examination by the District or its representative, and that complete and accurate records of the work performed pursuant to an executed grant agreement shall be kept for a minimum of six (6) years following termination of the agreement for auditing purposes. • The Grantee will defend, indemnify and hold harmless the District against any and all claims, liability, loss, damage, or expense arising under the provisions of this Agreement, whether by the parties or by their agents, employees or contractors. Neither the District, or the Grantee, if applicable, waive any immunities provided by any law or doctrine, including those of Minnesota Statutes Chapter 466. • The Grantee will allow CRWD access to the site for periodic inspections, site visits, and public tours.

LONG-TERM OPERATION & MAINTENANCE

To ensure that the expected operational life of a grant funded BMP is achieved, an Operation and Maintenance Agreement is incorporated into the Grant Agreement. Project maintenance is the sole responsibility of the applicant. CRWD will conduct periodic inspections of the final project to ensure O&M responsibilities are met for 10-years.

PERMITTING

The grantee is responsible for obtaining all necessary permits and meeting all other legal requirements. The applicant must have all required permits and approvals prior to start of construction or the project will be considered ineligible for funding.

CONFORMANCE TO POLICIES

CRWD reserves the right to withdraw funding for any project not completed in accordance with these guidelines or the terms of the executed Grant Agreement.

Our Mission is to protect, manage and improve the water resources of Capitol Region Watershed District.

Native Landscape Grants Stewardship Grant Program OVERVIEW

Capitol Region Watershed District (CRWD) covers areas of Saint Paul, Roseville, Falcon Heights, Lauderdale and Maplewood. CRWD is a highly developed urban area with about 42% impervious surfaces such as streets, parking lots and buildings. These impervious surfaces have widespread consequences for our streams, rivers and lakes. Rainwater falling on these hard surfaces carries large amounts of pollution as it flows directly into these shared water resources. As such, CRWD offers technical and financial assistance to encourage private and public landowners to install native landscaping and pollinator habitat in the St. Anthony Hill, Trout Brook or Phalen Creek sub-watersheds (Focus Area). See CRWD’s Focus Area Map for more details.

GOALS • • • •

Foster the expansion of native plant communities through conversion of turf grass to native plantings and pollinator habitat Support projects that further CRWD’s equity goal of implementing projects in the focus areas Foster stewardship of CRWD water resources from residents, businesses, schools, community groups and others who live, work or serve within CRWD Provide opportunities for property owners to mitigate climate change and stormwater runoff

APPLICANT ELIGIBILITY

Eligible applicants include residents, non-profits, schools, public agencies, businesses and all other organizations located within the Trout Brook, Saint Anthony Hill and Phalen Creek subwatersheds in Capitol Region Watershed District. See Focus Area Map to see if you qualify.

PROJECT ELIGIBILITY • • • •

Native plants or cultivars and other pollinator-friendly plants Soil, mulch, and other non-decorative landscape expenses such as tool rental Landscape design expenses Contracted construction costs (in-kind labor not eligible for reimbursement)

FUNDING CYCLE AND TIMELINE

Applications for the Native Landscape Grant are accepted year-round. Applications may take up to 30 business days to review. Our Mission is to protect, manage and improve the water resources of Capitol Region Watershed District.

PROJECT PERIOD

Any work that occurs before a grant agreement is fully executed is not eligible for grant reimbursement. All grant projects must be completed by the date identified in the grant agreement, typically one year after the grant is awarded.

GRANT AWARD AND MATCHING FUNDS

Maximum one-time grant award of $1,000. There is no match-requirement for the Native Landscape Grant. Grantee must inform CRWD if they are receiving grant funds from another government agency. Grant awards cannot exceed the actual cost of the project.

PAYMENT SCHEDULE

Grant reimbursements will not be issued until all expenses have been paid, and CRWD staff have verified projects are completed. Grantees are required to provide CRWD with itemized receipts and a photo of the completed project. Reimbursements will be made in the form of a check within 60 business days of final CRWD approval.

REPORTING AND ADMINISTRATION

LONG-TERM OPERATION & MAINTENANCE

To ensure that the expected operational life of a grant funded BMP is achieved, an Operation and Maintenance (O&M) is incorporated into the Grant Agreement. Project maintenance is the sole responsibility of the applicant. CRWD will conduct periodic inspections of the final project to ensure O&M responsibilities are met for 5-years. Native Landscape Grants do not qualify for the Stewardship Maintenance Grant Program.

PERMITTING

The grantee is responsible for ensuring their project complies with all local ordinances such as plant height restrictions. Our Mission is to protect, manage and improve the water resources of Capitol Region Watershed District.

CONFORMANCE TO POLICIES

CRWD reserves the right to withdraw funding for any project not completed in accordance with these guidelines or the terms of the executed Grant Agreement.

Our Mission is to protect, manage and improve the water resources of Capitol Region Watershed District.

BMP Maintenance Grants Stewardship Grant Program OVERVIEW

Capitol Region Watershed District (CRWD) offers technical and financial assistance through its grant programs to encourage private and public landowners to install clean water projects that protect and improve the quality of water resources withing the District.

To ensure ongoing water quality benefit of these clean water projects, grantees agree to maintenance responsibilities for the effective life of the project. For eligible project applicants, CRWD offers financial assistance toward maintenance activities through its Maintenance Grant program. All grantees regardless of project type or age of project are eligible for technical assistance from CRWD staff.

GOALS •

• •

To ensure ongoing water quality benefit of grant-funded clean water projects for their entire effective life Set grantees up for success in initial years after project completion when maintenance needs are greater Assist grantees with older projects that have been difficult to maintain due to capacity or budgeting constraints

APPLICANT ELIGIBILITY

The following groups that have completed a clean water project through CRWD’s grant programs and whose projects are within 10 years of completion can apply for a maintenance grant: • Schools/Universities • Places of worship • Non-profits • Businesses • Multi-family homeowner associations

PROJECT ELIGIBILITY

For grant-funded stormwater best management practices, the following activities and materials are eligible for reimbursement on an annual basis for up to 10 years after project completion: • Routine maintenance work done by a contractor including weeding, sediment removal, plant replacements, erosion repair, and mulching. Our Mission is to protect, manage and improve the water resources of Capitol Region Watershed District.

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Cost of materials* for grantees doing maintenance work themselves (including tool/equipment rental) • Cleaning of pervious surfaces (such as pervious pavers or permeable asphalt) • Hydrovac services for underground infiltration systems or pre-treatment structures (sumped catch basins, hydrodynamic devices) * Tool/equipment purchases and in-kind labor and materials are not eligible for reimbursement. Native landscaping is not considered a stormwater best management practice and is not eligible for maintenance grant funding.

FUNDING CYCLE AND TIMELINE

Applications are accepted year-round. Reimbursement requests must be received by December 1st of each year.

PROJECT PERIOD

Any work that occurs before a grant agreement is fully executed is not eligible for grant reimbursement. Reimbursement will be provided on an annual basis for the work completed within the calendar year.

GRANT AWARD AND MATCHING FUNDS

CRWD will cover 50% of project costs, up to $2,000/year, for up to 10 years after project completion. The grantee will be responsible for a minimum of 50% of project maintenance costs.

In an effort to expand clean water programs and projects in central and eastern portions of the District, CRWD offers a grant award bonus for projects in its Focus Area. To determine if a project qualifies see the Focus Area Bonus Map. CRWD will cover 75% of project costs, up to $2,000/year for the project’s effective life for projects located in CRWD’s Focus Area. The grantee will be responsible for a minimum of 25% of project maintenance costs. The minimum grant award is $200.

PAYMENT SCHEDULE

Reimbursement requests must be received by December 1st of each year. Grantees may submit one reimbursement request per year. Receipts and/or paid invoices must be received for all items or work completed. Reimbursements will be made within 60 days of final CRWD approval.

APPLICATION AND ADMINISTRATION The following are required of all grantees: • Application/opt-in • Signed grant agreement • Reimbursement requests

OPERATION & MAINTENANCE PLAN

To ensure that the water quality objective of the project is met, the grantee shall ensure that the project is fully functional and adequately maintained according to the Operations and Maintenance Plan provided in the Maintenance Agreement for the duration of the project’s effective life. Our Mission is to protect, manage and improve the water resources of Capitol Region Watershed District.

PERMITTING

The grantee is responsible for obtaining all necessary federal, state and local permits. The applicant must have all required permits and approvals prior to beginning work or the project will be considered ineligible for reimbursement.

CONFORMANCE TO POLICIES

CRWD reserves the right to withdraw funding for any project not completed in accordance with these guidelines or the terms of the executed Grant Agreement.

MAINTENANCE RESOURCES • • • •

CRWD Maintenance Webpage https://www.capitolregionwd.org/project-maintenance/ CRWD Gardening Guide https://www.capitolregionwd.org/wpcontent/uploads/2020/09/CRWD-Garden-Guide_Sept2020.pdf Blue Thumb https://bluethumb.org/ MN DNR Restore Your Shore Guidance https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/rys/index.html

Our Mission is to protect, manage and improve the water resources of Capitol Region Watershed District.