July 23, 2014 board meeting packet

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

Regular Meeting of the Capitol Region Watershed District (CRWD) Board Of Managers, for Wednesday, July

23, 2014 6:00 p.m. at the office of the CRWD, 1410 Energy Park Drive, Suite 4, St. Paul, Minnesota.

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA

I. Call to Order of Regular Meeting (President Joe Collins)

A) Attendance

B) Review, Amendments and Approval of the Agenda

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) Permit # 14-020 Primrose School (Kelley)

B) Permit # 14-024 Highland Ravine Stabilization Project (Kelley)

C) Accept Delegation of LGU Authority for Wetland Conservation Act in City of Roseville

(Kelley)

D) Permit Program/Rules Update (Kelley)

IV. Special Reports – No Special Reports

V. Action Items

A) AR: Approve Minutes of the July 9, 2014 Regular Meeting (Sylvander)

B) AR: Approve Minutes of the July 11, 2014 Special Meeting (Doneux)

C) AR: Approve June 2014 Accounts Payable/Receivable (Sylvander)

D) AR: Approve Consultant Selection and Agreement for Eustis Street Stormwater Improvement

Project (Eleria)

E) AR: Authorize BMP Inspector Position (Doneux)

F) AR: Amend Office Remodeling Budget (Doneux)

G) AR: Approve Preliminary 2015 Budget and Levy for Public Comment (Doneux)

VI. Unfinished Business

A) FI: City of St. Paul Volume Reduction Plan Comment Letter (Doneux)

VII. General Information

A) Administrator’s Report

VIII. Next Meetings

A) Board Meeting Wednesday, August 6, 2014

B) CAC Meeting, Wednesday, August 13, 2014

IX. Adjournment

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Materials Enclosed

Capitol Region Watershed District Project Review 14-020 Primrose School

Project Review 14-020 Board Meeting Date: 7/23/2014

Aerial Photo

Applicant: John Finnemore Consultant: Michael Brandt

Children’s Design Group MFRA

3360 Cedarcrest Road 14800 28th Ave N., Suite 140

Acworth, GA, 30101 Plymouth, MN 55447

Description: Construction of a new school at Dayton and Saratoga

Stormwater

Management: X-grass artificial turf, and permeable paver parking area

District Rule: C,D, and F

Disturbed Area: 1.23 Acres

Impervious Area: 0.57 Acres

RECOMMENDATION: Approve with 7 Conditions

Conditions: 1. Receipt of $2,860 surety and documentation maintenance agreement has been recorded with Ramsey County

2. Provide completed site development plans signed by a professional engineer per the Minnesota Board of

AELSLAGID.

3. Provide a copy of the NPDES permit.

4. Identify the location of the proposed SAFL Baffle structure. A SAFL Baffle detail is included but is not identi

fied on the plan sheets.

5. Revise the XGrass outlet elevation to correspond between the plans and HydroCAD model. Detail 2 on Sheet

C9.03 indicates the 4” orifice is at 932.9; the HydroCAD model indicates 932.5.

6. Include the outlet control structure #2 weir as an outlet device in the HydroCAD model (elevation 934.14), or

revise the weir elevation on the detail so it is 934. 23 or higher.

7. Increase the pervious surface pavement area. The Minnesota Stormwater Manual recommends a maximum

drainage area to pervious pavement ratio of 5:1. The current design is 17:1

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CRWD Permit #: 14-020 Review date: July 18, 2014 Project Name: Primrose School Applicant: Children’s Design Group Purpose: Development of new School and playground Location: North of the intersection of Dayton Avenue and Saratoga Street

North. The property is bound by the railroad tracks to the north. Applicable Rules: C, D, and F Recommendation: Approve with 7 Conditions EXHIBITS:

1. Stormwater Management Report, by MFRA, dated 7/9/14, recd. 7/11/2014. 2. Site Development Plans (sheets C1.01, C2.01, C2.02, C3.01, C4.01, C4.02,

C5.01, C5.02, C6.01, C6.02, C8.01, C9.01, C9.02, C9.03, L1.01, L1.02), by MFRA, dated 7/9/2014, recd. 7/11/2014.

HISTORY & CONSIDERATIONS: Permit applications 13-026 and 13-027 include redevelopment for projects adjacent to the project site. 13-026 (Associated Bank) incorporates part of the 14-020 project site into its volume retention and rate control requirements. 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.

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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 one inch of rainfall over the impervious surfaces of the development.

a. The amount of proposed impervious onsite is 26,400 square feet. b. Volume retention: Volume Retention Required (cu. ft.) Volume Retention Provided (cu. ft.)

1,980 None, filtration is proposed.

4. Alternative compliance sequencing has been requested due to poor soils. a. Filtration is proposed:

Volume Retention Required (cu. ft.) Volume Retention Provided (cu. ft.)

2,574 Filtration basin >38,000 cf

b. Banking of excess volume retention is not proposed. c. Filtration volume and facility size has been calculated using the

appropriate hydrological soil group classification and design infiltration rate.

d. The filtration area is capable of filtering the required volume within 48 hours.

e. Stormwater runoff is pretreated to remove solids before discharging to infiltration areas.

5. Best management practices would likely achieve 90% total suspended solids removal from the runoff generated on an annual basis if the pervious pavement area was expanded.

6. A recordable executed maintenance agreement has not been submitted.

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. All habitable buildings, roads, and parking structures on or adjacent to the

project site comply with CRWD freeboard requirements. 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. Project site is greater than 1 acre; an NPDES permit is required.

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 7 Conditions Conditions:

1. Receipt of $2,860 surety and documentation maintenance agreement has been recorded with Ramsey County.

2. Provide completed site development plans signed by a professional engineer per the Minnesota Board of AELSLAGID.

3. Provide a copy of the NPDES permit. 4. Identify the location of the proposed SAFL Baffle structure. A SAFL Baffle detail

is included but is not identified on the plan sheets. 5. Revise the XGrass outlet elevation to correspond between the plans and

HydroCAD model. Detail 2 on Sheet C9.03 indicates the 4” orifice is at 932.9; the HydroCAD model indicates 932.5.

6. Include the outlet control structure #2 weir as an outlet device in the HydroCAD model (elevation 934.14), or revise the weir elevation on the detail so it is 934. 23 or higher.

7. Increase the pervious pavement area. The Minnesota Stormwater Manual recommends a maximum drainage area to pervious pavement ratio of 5:1. The current design is 17:1.


Capitol Region Watershed District Permit Application 14-024 Highland Ravine

Permit Report 14-024 July 23, 2014 Board Meeting

Applicant: Anna Eleria Consultant: Todd Shoemaker

Capitol Region Watershed District Wenck Associates, Inc.

1410 Energy Park Drive, Suite 4 1802 Wooddale Drive,

St. Paul, MN 55108 Woodbury, MN 55129

Description: Stabilization of three eroding ravines west of the Deer Park development in the Highland Park

Neighborhood

Stormwater

Management: None, erosion control only

District Rule: F—Erosion and Sediment Control

Disturbed Area: 2.07 Acres

Impervious Area: None

STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approve with 1 Condition

1. Receipt of NPDES permit

Aerial Photo Permit Location

Capitol Region Watershed District Permit Report

CRWD Permit #: 14-024 Review date: July 17, 2014 Project Name: Highland Ravine Stabilization Applicant: Anna Eleria Capitol Region Watershed District

1410 Energy Park Drive, Suite 4 St. Paul, MN 55108

Purpose: Stabilize three eroding ravines in the Highland Park neighborhood Location: West of Lexington Parkway near the Deer Park Condo Assoication Applicable Rules: F Recommendation: Approve with 1 Condition EXHIBITS:

1. Project Plans by Wenck Associates. 29 pages dated 4/16/14 HISTORY & CONSIDERATIONS: None. 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.

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3. Wetlands, waterbodies and water conveyance systems are protected from erosion/sediment transport/deposition.

4. Project site is greater than 1 acre; an NPDES permit is required.

RECOMMENDATION: Approve with 1 Condition Conditions:

1. Receipt of NPDES Permit

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DATE: July 18, 2014 TO: CRWD Board of Managers FROM: Forrest Kelley, Regulatory and Construction Program Manager RE: Resolution Accepting Delegation of WCA LGU Status from the City of Roseville

Background The Minnesota Wetland Conservation Act (WCA) was adopted by the Board of Water and Soil Resources in 1991, and requires Local Government Units (LGUs) to implement the rules and regulations pertaining to wetland draining, filling, and excavation. By default, cities are the LGU within their jurisdictional boundaries, but may delegate the authority to other local governments. The City of Roseville has previously delegated LGU status for the areas within both Rice Creek and Ramsey-Washington Metro Watershed Districts. The resolution delegating WCA LGU status to CRWD is on the July 21 City Council agenda.

Discussion CRWD’s wetland management rule is based on the State WCA requirements with minor differences. Accepting the delegation will streamline the application process for wetland projects, and grant CRWD additional responsibilities to review and approve wetland delineations, convene Technical Evaluation Panels as needed, and distribute required notices. Staff recommend accepting the LGU delegation and have included the BWSR provided resolution.

Requested Action Approve the resolution accepting the delegation of LGU status for administering the Minnesota Wetland Conservation Act from the City of Roseville to CRWD, and direct staff to distribute the required notices to Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, Ramsey Conservation District, and the Board of Water and Soil Resources Enc: Draft Resolution Accepting Delegation of WCA LGU Status from the City of Roseville Map of CRWD-Roseville LGU Area W:\07 Programs\Rules\WCA\Roseville LGU Delegation\Board Memo Roseville WCA LGU Delegation.docx

July 23 Regular Board Meeting III. Permits C) Approve Resolution Accepting

Delegation of WCA LGU Status from the City of Roseville

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

A RESOLUTION REGARDING THE ADMINISTRATION OF THE MINNESOTA WETLAND CONSERVATION ACT

Capitol Region Watershed District

Resolution # 14- WHEREAS, the Minnesota Wetland Conservation Act of 1991 (WCA) requires local government units (LGUs) to implement the rules and regulations promulgated by the Board of Water and Soil Resources (BWSR) pertaining to wetland draining, filling and excavation; and

WHEREAS, Minnesota Rules chapter 8420 have been adopted by BWSR in accordance with the rulemaking provisions of Minnesota Statutes, chapter 14, for the purpose of implementing WCA; and

WHEREAS, Minnesota Rules 8420.0200, Subpart 1, Item E allows a county, city, or town to delegate implementation of chapter 8420 and the act to another governmental entity by the passage of resolutions by both parties; and WHEREAS, both parties must provide notice to BWSR, the Department of Natural Resources, and the Soil and Water Conservation District of the delegation, including a copy of the resolution and a description of the applicable geographic area, within 15 business days of adoption of the resolution; and WHEREAS, City of Roseville has passed a resolution delegating the implementation of Minnesota Rules chapter 8420 to Capitol Region Watershed District (CRWD). THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that CRWD hereby accepts the authority and administrative responsibility to implement WCA as the LGU within the legal boundaries of Roseville as of July 23, 2014 in accordance with Minnesota Rules, Chapter 8420. Adopted this ______ day of __________________, 20___. By: ____________________________________ CRWD Board President Offered by Manager _________________, seconded by Manager _________________, adopted by a vote of _________________ at the regular meeting of the Board of Managers of CRWD on July 23, 2014

Attest: ___________________________________ {Staff Name} {Position Title}

CRWD Roseville LGU Area

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Regular Meeting of the Capitol Region Watershed District (CRWD) Board of Managers, for Wednesday, July 9, 2014 6:00 p.m. at the office of the CRWD, 1410 Energy Park Drive, Suite 4, St. Paul, Minnesota.

REGULAR MEETING


A) Attendance Joe Collins Shirley Reider Seitu Jones Mary Texer Mike Thienes

Staff Present Michelle Sylvander, CRWD Nate Zwontizer, CRWD Anna Eleria, CRWD Britta Suppes, CRWD Bob Fossum, CRWD

Public Attendees Chuck Plowe, Plowe Engineering

B) Review, Amendments and Approval of the Agenda President Joe Collins asked for additions or changes to the agenda. No changes were requested. Motion 14-136: Approve the July 9, 2014 Agenda. Reider/Jones Unanimously approved II. Public Comments – For Items not on the Agenda There were no public comments. III. Permit Applications and Program Updates

A) Permit # 14-019 Capitol Office Building (Kelley)

Mr. Kelley reviewed Permit #14-019 Capitol Office Building. The applicant is the State of Minnesota. The permit is for the construction of a new office building on the state capitol campus. No permit is required for the State of Minnesota. The disturbed area of this project is 2.9 Acres and 1.73 Acres impervious surface. Motion 14-137: Approve Project Review and Comment Letter. Texer/Jones Unanimously approved

July 23, 2014 Board Meeting V. Action Item A) Approve Minutes

of July 9, 2014 DRAFT Regular Board Meeting

(Sylvander)


B) Delegation of LGU Authority for Wetland Conservation Act in City of Roseville (Kelley)

Mr. Kelley reviewed the City of Roseville’s delegation of LGU Authority for Wetland Conservation Act. President Collins asked how this delegation would impact the rules of CRWD vs. the State rules. Mr. Kelley noted that in 2009 the state rules were revised and are very similar to those of CRWD. Administrator Doneux stated that with this delegation, the City of Roseville would no longer have wetlands. Ms. Texer asked if there is an inventory of the wetlands? Administrator Doneux replied that the City of St. Paul may have done an inventory about six years ago. Additional discussion will take place at the budget workshop to include wetland plan management and inventory.

C) Permit Program/Rules Update (Kelley) Mr. Chuck Plowe of Plowe Engineering was in attendance. Mr. Kelley reviewed the site plans for the Lake McCarrons Pond development. On April 16, 2014 the Board of Managers discussed guidance on this permit. The Board agreed on:

1. No structures allowed within the 25 foot buffer setback. This to include out-walk patios. 2. Square footage of buffer lost should be provided elsewhere on the site – likely on the east portion of the

site. 3. A BMP within the buffer would be acceptable. 4. Temporary impacts to the buffer would be allowed for grading to direct runoff to the BMP prior to

flowing to the wetland. A variance could be set with conditions that the lawns be maintained by a homeowners association to prevent over mowing into the buffer. Mr. Jones asked what kind of wetland this is. Mr. Kelley replied that it is a shallow marsh. President Collins requested any comments from Mr. Plowe. Mr. Plowe replied that he has made a number of adjustments to the designs including shortening the buildings. IV. Special Reports.

No Special Reports. V. Action Items

A) AR: Approve Minutes of the June 18, 2014 Regular Meeting (Sylvander)

Motion 14-138: Approve Minutes of the June 18, 2014 Regular Meeting. Jones/Texer Unanimously approved B) AR: Approve Minutes of the June 26, 2014 Special Meeting (Doneux) Motion 14-139: Approve Minutes of the June 26, 2014 Special Meeting. Jones/Texer Unanimously approved C) AR: Adopt resolution supporting Clean Water Partnership Grant Application (Zwonitzer)


Mr. Zwonitzer reviewed that CRWD has periodically submitted and received MPCA Clean Water Partnership (CWP) Grant Requests. The $430,000 loan for Villa Park, $100,000 grant to Roseville for Villa Park PAH contaminated sediments and the $50,000 grant to create the Crosby Lake Management Plan all were MPCA CWP funds. After further review of the requirements for MPCA CWP funds, staff feels that the East Kittsondale retrofit projects are a better fit for BWSR Clean Water Funds. Staff will still submit a CWP application for Central High School by the July 3rd deadline. The application requires a resolution supporting the project be submitted by July 14th. Staff have also identified additional funding sources, and determined that the existing Central High School special grant award would help leverage additional grant funds. This increases the project total to $375,000, which will allow for implementation of more identified stormwater projects. The anticipated project funding sources are as follows: CRWD Special Grant $140,000 RCD $ 25,000 SPPS $ 10,000 MPCA $175,000 Motion 14-140: Adopt resolution supporting the 2014 Clean Water Partnership Grant for Central High School. Reider/Texer Unanimously approved VI. Unfinished Business

A) FI: Highland Ravine Stabilization Project Update. (Eleria)

No update was given.

B) FI: Upper Villa Stormwater Improvement Project Update (Kelley) Mr. Kelly provided an update on the Upper Villa Stormwater Improvement Project. SRF is working on completing a final feasibility report. A reuse feasibility study will be presented at the Board of Managers Meeting the first week of August.

C) FI: Lake McCarrons Aquatic Plant Harvesting Update (Zwontizer) Mr. Zwontizer provided an update on the Lake McCarrons Plant Harvesting. Mr. Zwontizer shared some pictures of the first round plant harvesting. The permits for the level two harvesting were not processed in time. The water levels have been higher so the harvester was able to get closer to the shorelines. The second round will take place in late July or early August.

D) FI: Curtiss Pond Improvement Project Update (Fossum) No update was given.


E) FI: City of St. Paul Volume Reduction Plan Comment Letter (Doneux)

No update was given.

VII. General Information

A) Administrator’s Report

1) Administrator Approved or Executed Agreements a) Stewardship Grant Agreement for the installation of one rain garden at 1380 Sheldon Street, Saint Paul -

$305.64. b) Stewardship Grant Agreement for the installation of two rain gardens at 77 Langford Park, Saint Paul -

$4,196.59. c) Stewardship Grant Agreement for the installation of a rain garden at 1712 Randolph Ave, Saint Paul -

$1,355.43. d) Stewardship Grant Agreement for the installation of a rain garden at 1269 Cleveland Ave. No. -

$772.73. 2) Board Approved or Executed Agreements

a) Consultant Services Agreement with J & N Weed Harvesting for the removal of aquatic vegetation in McCarrons Lake – not to exceed $32,7666.

b) Consultant Services Agreement with Barr Engineering to conduct a Natural Resource Inventory of District 6 – not to exceed $27,410.

c) Special Grant Agreement with Target Corporation for design and construction of BMPs at the Midway Target store – not to exceed $50,000.

d) Construction Agreement with Sunram Construction for the Highland Ravine Stabilization Project - $312,622.

3) General updates including recent and upcoming meetings and events

a) Bugs Night Out, Macroinvertebrate event at Como Lake was on Tuesday, June 17. b) Shirley Reider, Mike Thienes, Mark Doneux and numerous staff attended the MAWD Summer Tour in

Stillwater, June 19 and 20. c) Bob Fossum will be leading a tour of Trout Brook Nature Sanctuary for the Urban Roots summer interns

on July 8. d) Public Art St. Paul – Mobile Art Lab, Tuesdays from 1:00-4:00 at the Western Sculpture Park. e) Mark Doneux gave a talk at the Beacon Bluff Grand Opening at the “Hub” on Friday, June 20. f) Manager Thienes and Mark Doneux met with DTZ representatives to plan for office remodel and

reviewed a list of potential future office sites. Another tour will be scheduled some time later in July.

4) Upcoming events and meetings a) Board Workshop (Budget) is Friday, July 11, 2014 from 4:00-6:00 pm. b) Next Metro MAWD meeting is Tuesday, July 15, 2014 from 7:00 – 9:00 pm. c) Next CAC meeting is Wednesday July 16, 2014 from 7:00 – 9:00 pm. d) Next Board meeting is Wednesday July 23, 2014 from 6:00 – 8:00 pm.

Mr. Jones will not be able to attend the July 11th workshop. Mr. Thienes will be in attendance. 5) Project and Program Updates

a) Watershed Partners Partner Grant: Focus groups were held on June 30 to gather feedback on the Storm Drain Goalie online web application.


b) Communications Consultant: Staff from CRWD, RWMWD and MWMO reviewed proposals for a

shared communications specialist and will be conducting interviews of the top three. DTZ is working on gathering more quotes for the office remodeling job. DTZ had collected two quotes that were around $22,000 each.

VIII. Next Meetings

a. Board Workshop, Friday, July 11, 2014 b. CAC Meeting, Wednesday, July 16, 2014 c. Board Meeting Wednesday, July 23, 2014

President Collins will not be able to attend the CAC meeting on July 16, 2014. Ms. Texer will attend.

IX. Adjournment Motion 14-141: Adjournment of the July 9, 2014 Regular Board Meeting at 7:14 p.m. Texer/Reider Unanimously Approved Respectfully submitted, Michelle Sylvander



Budget Workshop of the Capitol Region Watershed District (CRWD) Board of Managers, for Thursday, July

11, 2014 4:00 p.m. at the office of the CRWD, 1410 Energy Park Drive, Suite 4, St. Paul, Minnesota.

BOARD WORKSHOP


A) Attendance

Mary Texer

Mike Thienes

Shirley Reider

Joe Collins

Seitu Jones (Absent

w/notice)

Others Present

Mark Doneux, CRWD

Public Attendees

No Public in attendance

Manager Collins called the meeting to order at 4:12 PM

Motion 14-142: Approve the July 11, 2014 Board of Managers Workshop Agenda with no changes.

Texer/Thienes

Unanimously approved

II. Review Draft 2015 Budget and Work Plan (Doneux)

President Collins reviewed the expected outcomes of the meeting and asked if Administrator Doneux had any

other comments. Administrator Doneux noted the general order of review for the Budget Workshop and the type

of feedback he was seeking.

Administrator Doneux began by reviewing the overall 2015 Budget Schedule. Administrator Doneux reviewed

the Budget and Work Plan for the Board. Administrator Doneux noted that the Work Plan and Project List was

well beyond the revenue resources for the Board but was intended as an all-encompassing list of potential projects.

The goal for the workshop would be to review the list and identify potential budget reductions to result in a levy

increase within the historical averages. Administrator Doneux reviewed the draft 2015 Work Plan and identified

specific budget cuts that could reduce the levy. Administrator Doneux then briefly described each project and

Managers provided feedback, asked questions and made recommendations on the proposed projects. There was

a discussion on the steps necessary to review and refine the draft 2015 budget to ensure that expenditures match

revenue. Following that discussion Administrator Doneux stated the next steps in the budget process would be

to adopt a preliminary budget for public comment and set the public hearing for August 20th.

July 23, 2014 Board Meeting

V. Action Item B) Approve

Minutes of July 11, 2014

Budget Workshop Meeting

(Doneux)


III. Adjournment

Motion 14-143: Adjournment of the June 11, 2014 Budget Workshop at 5:50 p.m.

Reider/Texer

Unanimously Approved

The Board Workshop was adjourned at 5:50 PM.

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DATE: July 17, 2014 TO: CRWD Board of Managers FROM: Michelle Sylvander, Office Manager RE: June 2014 Accounts Payable/Receivable and Administrative/Program Budget

Report _________________________________________________________________________________

Background Enclosed are the Accounts Payable/Receivable and the Administrative/Program Budget Reports for the Month of June 2014. Issues Summary of Accounts Payable/Receivable Report: Accounts Payable $ 312,154.55 Accounts Receivable $ 182,773.82 Summary of Preliminary Budget Report: Administrative Budget $ 69,669.76 Program Budget $ 87,188.92 Project Budget $ 39,323.29 Capital Improvement Budget $ 115,972.58 TOTAL $ 312,154.55

Request Action Approve June 2014 Accounts Payable/Receivable and June Budget Report and direct Treasurer and Board President to endorse and disperse checks for these payments. enc: June 2014 Accounts Payable/Receivable June 2014 Preliminary Budget Report W:\02 Budget and Finance\Board Memos\Board Memos 2014\BD Memo AP Budget Report 7.23.2014.docx

July 23, 2014 Board Meeting

V. Action Items – B) Accounts Payable & Budget Update

(Sylvander)


CAPITOL REGION WATERSHED DISTRICT 2014 BUDGET REPORT REPORT DATE: 7/17/2014

OPERATIONSProject/Program: 2014 Budget

2014 Budget Transfers/

Amendments

2014 Amended Budget Current Month Expenditures YTD Expenditures Balance of Budget

Remaining % of Budget Expended

ADMINISTRATION Administrative Budget 419,800.00 419,800.00 69,669.76 350,906.80 68,893.20 83.59%

200-Administration 80,081.00 80,081.00 - - 80,081.00 0.00%

201-Groundwater 7,950.00 7,950.00 420.81 1,926.09 6,023.91 24.23%

207-Rulemaking/Rule Revisions 28,650.00 28,650.00 447.23 3,295.97 25,354.03 11.50%

208-Permitting 177,482.00 177,482.00 23,784.66 91,388.75 86,093.25 51.49%

210-Stewardship Grants 210,152.00 210,152.00 22,215.99 77,553.69 132,598.31 36.90%

211-Monitoring and Data Collection 489,802.00 489,802.00 23,236.88 287,275.65 202,526.35 58.65%

220-Education/Outreach 224,530.00 224,530.00 9,750.11 92,241.66 132,288.34 41.08%

225-Technical Resources & Information Sharing 48,080.00 48,080.00 6,623.07 20,597.02 27,482.98 42.84%

228-Future Trends: Research & Positioning 98,000.00 98,000.00 - - 98,000.00 0.00%

230-Geogrpahic Information Systems (GIS) 71,490.00 71,490.00 267.55 8,379.72 63,110.28 11.72%

240-Safety Program 28,140.00 28,140.00 442.62 15,941.43 12,198.57 56.65%

PROGRAM TOTAL 1,464,357.00 0.00 1,464,357.00 87,188.92 598,599.98 865,757.02 40.88%

300-Administration 39,169.00 39,169.00 - - 39,169.00 0.00%

301-Shoreline & Streambank Maintenance 20,920.00 20,920.00 4,150.00 12,150.00 8,770.00 58.08%

305-Como Lake Subwatershed 185,594.00 185,594.00 4,830.47 11,368.25 174,225.75 6.13%

310-Lake McCarron's Subwatershed 30,000.00 30,000.00 13,671.16 18,522.23 11,477.77 61.74%

313-Loeb Lake Subwatershed 11,920.00 11,920.00 - - 11,920.00 0.00%

315-Trout Brook Subwatershed 219,230.00 219,230.00 8,306.03 40,083.38 179,146.62 18.28%

317-Crosby Lake Subwatershed 11,920.00 11,920.00 - - 11,920.00 0.00%

325-Wetland, Stream and Ecosystem Restoration-Planning 76,320.00 76,320.00 3,048.46 7,461.93 68,858.07 9.78%

330-Mississippi River Subwatershed 107,398.00 107,398.00 5,317.17 13,161.60 94,236.40 12.25%

PROJECTS TOTAL 702,471.00 0.00 702,471.00 39,323.29 102,747.39 599,723.61 14.63%

TOTAL OPERATIONS BUDGET $2,586,628.00 $0.00 $2,586,628.00 $196,181.97 $1,052,254.17 $1,534,373.83 40.68%

Capital Improvement Project 2014 Budget2014 Budget Transfers/

Amendments

2014 Amended Budget Current Month Expenditures YTD Expenditures Balance of Budget

Remaining % of Budget Expended

401-Shoreline Restoration Fund 48,380.00 48,380.00 - - 48,380.00 0.00%

405-Como BMP Fund 599,620.00 599,620.00 444.00 45,101.62 554,518.38 7.52%

410- Lake McCarron's BMP Fund 67,700.00 67,700.00 21,727.43 40,424.08 27,275.92 59.71%

415-Trout Brook BMP's 35,400.00 35,400.00 7,575.11 33,827.09 1,572.91 95.56%

417-Crosby Lake BMP 45,600.00 45,600.00 720.96 24,336.23 21,263.77 53.37%

420-Other BMP Fund 0.00 0.00 0.00 272.10 (272.10) 0.00%

425-Wetland, Stream and Ecosystem Restoration - Implementation 151,920.00 151,920.00 - - 151,920.00 0.00%

430-Mississippi River Subwatersheds BMP's 76,520.00 76,520.00 - 12,485.83 64,034.17 16.32%

440-Special Projects and Grants 539,510.00 539,510.00 2,754.61 214,560.01 324,949.99 39.77%

490-Debt Services 372,000.00 372,000.00 82,750.47 222,281.38 149,718.62 59.75%

TOTAL CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM $1,936,650.00 $0.00 $1,936,650.00 $115,972.58 $593,288.34 $1,343,361.66 30.63%

Fund Balances Unaudited Fund Balance @ 12/31/13

2014 Fund Balance Transfers

Unaudited Fund Balance @ 01/01/14 2014 YTD Revenue Current Month

Expenditures YTD Expenditures Unaudited Fund Balance @ 06/30/14

Operations 1,865,627.00 - 1,865,627.00 22,251.43 196,181.97 1,052,254.17 835,624.26

Capital Improvement 3,086,409.56 - 3,086,409.56 1,448,217.73 115,972.58 593,288.34 3,941,338.95

TOTAL FUND BALANCE: $4,952,036.56 $0.00 $4,952,036.56 $1,470,469.16 $312,154.55 $1,645,542.51 $4,776,963.21

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Date Vendor Name Vendor Address Invoice # Description Amount Total Check # G/L Code G/L Description

06/23/14 Al's Coffee820 Decatur Ave. North

Golden Valley, MN 55427120104 Coffee $216.57 --- --- 101-14970-4210 Office Supplies

07/01/14 Al's Coffee820 Decatur Ave. North

Golden Valley, MN 5542734900 Oasis Filter Cooler $10.76 $227.33 15999 101-14970-4210 Office Supplies

06/25/14 Barr Engineering4700 West 77th Street

Minneapolis MN 55435-480323621154.00-1 District 6 Natural Resources Inventory $2,394.00 --- --- 325-14632-4490 Scientific Analysis/Research


Minneapolis MN 55435-480323621112.00-11 CCLRT Engineering Services 2014 $843.50 --- --- 330-14624-4470 Engineering Expense


Minneapolis MN 55435-480323620944.05-41 TBI Engineering Services $3,459.00 --- --- 315-14550-4470 Engineering Expense


Minneapolis MN 55435-480323620944.12-1 TBI Five Year Inspection Services $949.00 --- --- 315-14551-4470 Engineering Expense


Minneapolis MN 55435-480323620944.09-30 Trout Brook Realignment from I-35E to Cayuga $5,967.21 $13,612.71 16000 415-12815-4470 Engineering Expense

06/26/14 Elizabeth Beckman1410 Energy Park Dr

St. Paul MN 55108Expense Report Expense Report - June $237.29 $237.29 16001

210-14146-4330 $84.42

220-14250-4330 $14.56

220-14275-4330 $138.31

Employee Expense

07/07/14 Benefit Extras, Inc.P.O. Box 1815

Burnsville, MN 5533756764 Monthly Administration Plan $51.75 $51.75 51.75 101-14970-4040 Employee Benefits

06/12/14 Bond Trust Services3060 Centre Pointe Drive

Roseville, MN 5511322152

$3,000,000.00 General Obligation Bonds, Series 2013A -

Interest$34,718.75 --- --- 490-14962-4910 Bonds - Interest


Roseville, MN 5511322153

$1,555,000.00 Watershed district Tax Supported Bonds,

Series 2007A - Interest$23,753.13 --- --- 490-14960-4910 Bonds - Interest


Roseville, MN 5511310761 Paying Agent Service from 8/2/2014-8/1/2015 $450.00 $58,921.88 16003 490-14960-4290 Insurance and Bonds

06/20/14 Cabela's

Accounts Receivable Dept.

P.O. Box 39

Sidney, NE 69162-0039

38613927 Monitoring Equipment $85.53 --- --- 211-14200-4210 Office Supplies

07/03/14 Cabela's

Accounts Receivable Dept.

P.O. Box 39

Sidney, NE 69162-0039

38823347 Monitoring Equipment $303.62 $389.15 16004 211-14200-4210 Office Supplies

06/16/14 Cal-Tex Electric17001 Fish Point Road SE, Suite 104

Prior Lake, MN 5537223480 Replace receptacles $235.20 $235.20 16005 211-14200-4640 Repairs & Maintenance

06/17/14 Centerline Charter Corporation1870 Rice Street

Maplewood, MN 55117Transportation Urban Roots Tour $198.00 $198.00 16006 220-14275-4210 Office Supplies

07/01/14 City of St. Paul - Parks & Recreation1100 Hamline Avenue N.

St. Paul, MN 55108105 Blooming St. Paul Awards Sponsorship $500.00 $500.00 16007 220-14265-4710 Grants, Cost-Share, Partner Funding

07/08/14 Joseph Collins1410 Energy Park Dr

St. Paul MN 55108Expense Report 2nd Quarter Expense Report $545.21 $545.21 16008

101-14970-4010 $525.00

101-14970-4020 $20.21Manager Per Diem/Expense

06/10/14 Computer Revolution

NEW ADDRESS:

2395 Fairview Ave. North

Roseville, MN 55113

Office 365 Office 365 Mirgration $3,535.13 --- --- 101-14970-4350 Software, updates & liscence

07/01/14 Computer Revolution

NEW ADDRESS:

2395 Fairview Ave. North

Roseville, MN 55113

4373 Monthly IT Service Fee - $990.90 $4,526.03 16009 101-14970-4430 Consultants

05/30/14 Mark Doneux1410 Energy Park Dr

St. Paul MN 55108Expense Report Expense Report - May $82.07 --- --- 101-14790-4330 $82.07 Employee Expense

06/24/14 Mark Doneux1410 Energy Park Dr

St. Paul MN 55108Expense Report Expense Report - June $223.33 $305.40 16010 101-14970-4330 $223.33 Employee Expense

07/07/14 Anna Eleria1410 Energy Park Dr

St. Paul MN 55108Expense Report June Expense Report $24.16 $24.16 16011

315-14550-4330 $6.24

415-14816-4330 $8.40

417-13801-4330 $9.52

Employee Expense

06/15/14 Fleet One LLC

MSC 30425

P.O. Box 415000

Nashville, TN 37241-5000

4560990004 Fuel for Ford Edge $89.49 --- ---

208-14000-4635 $26.85

210-14141-4635 $26.85

220-14275-4635 $17.90

315-14550-4635 $17.90

Equipment Lease/Purchase

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE/RECEIVABLE

Report Date 7/23/14



07/05/14 Fleet One LLC

MSC 30425

P.O. Box 415000

Nashville, TN 37241-5000

4560990005 Fuel for Ford Edge $38.09 $127.58 16012

208-14000-4635 $11.43

210-14141-4635 $11.43

220-14275-4635 $7.62

315-14550-4635 $7.62


06/27/14 Ford Motor Credit Company, LLC

Ford Credit Dept. 67-434

P.O. Box 67000

Detroit, MI 48267-0434

1089007 2013 Ford Edge Lease - July $535.81 $535.81 16013

208-14000-4635 $160.74

210-14141-4635 $160.74

220-14275-4635 $107.16

315-14550-4635 $107.16




P.O. Box 67000


7102014 2014 Ford Focus - July (Underwritting $595.00) $1,049.44 --- ---210-14140-4635 $524.72

220-14250-4635 $524.72Equipment Lease/Purchase



P.O. Box 67000


8102014 2014 Ford Focus - Aug $454.44 $1,503.88 16014210-14140-4635 $227.22

220-14250-4635 $227.22Equipment Lease/Purchase

06/10/14 Frogtown Green843 Van Buren Ave.

St. Paul, MN 551046102014 Grant Project Reimbursement $4,734.50 $4,734.50 16015 210-14143-4710 Grants, Cost-Share, Partner Funding

06/19/14 Geosyntec900 Broken Sound Pkwy, Suite 200

Boca Raton, FL 33487-27751714658 BMP Design $7,214.25 $7,214.25 16016 410-12751-4430 Consultants

07/11/14 Goliath Hydro-Vac Inc.24491 Dakato Ave.

Lakeville, MN 5504418559-1 Vac manholes, catch basins & interceptors - Green Line $1,400.00 --- --- 330-14624-4530 Maintenance Expense

06/06/14 Goliath Hydro-Vac Inc.24491 Dakato Ave.

Lakeville, MN 5504418559 Vac manholes, catch basins & interceptors $3,350.00 $4,750.00 16017 305-14421-4530 Maintenance Expense

06/26/14 Great River Greening35 West Water Street, Suite 201

St. Paul, MN 551072224 Raingarden Planting Assistance $3,750.00 $3,750.00 16018 210-14146-4410 Contract Personnel

06/18/14 Marilyn Halverson433 Elvridge Ave. W.

Roseville, MN 551136182014 Well Sealing Cost Share $387.50 $387.50 16019 201-14130-4710 Grants, Cost-Share, Partner Funding

07/11/14 Harambee Elementary School30 E. County Road B

Maplewood, MN 5511714-104 Rain Barrel Workshop Grant $1,060.00 $1,060.00 16020 210-14143-4710 Grants, Cost-Share, Partner Funding

07/07/14 Health Partners

NW 3600

PO Box 1450

Minneapolis, MN 55485-3600

49439629 Aug. Health & Dental Benefits $10,907.77 $10,907.77 16021 Various Employee Benefits

06/30/14 HLB4810 White Bear Parkway

White Bear Lake, MN 55110150415583 Monthly Accounting for June $8,745.06 $8,745.06 16022 101-14970-4440 Accounting Expense

05/19/14 Houston Engineering Inc.1401 21st Ave. N.

Fargo, ND 5810220103 BMP Database Hosting & Maint. $4,911.50 --- --- 225-14303-4430 Consultants-Other

Houston Engineering Inc.140121st. Ave. N.

Fargo, ND 5810220513 Curtiss Pond Design & Construction Project $444.00 --- --- 405-13700-4470 Engineering Expense

07/02/14 Houston Engineering, Inc.1401 21st Avenue N.

Fargo, ND 5810220728 MS4 Front - Software

$669.53 $6,025.03 16023 225-14303-4350

Software, updates & liscence

06/24/14 Impressive Print1995 Oakcrest Ave.

Roseville, MN 5511364143 Summer News $367.00 --- --- 220-14250-4210 Office Supplies


Roseville, MN 5511363999 RSVP Postcard $86.10 --- --- 210-14146-4210 Office Supplies


Roseville, MN 5511363907 #10 Envelopes $225.00 --- --- 101-14970-4210 Office Supplies


Roseville, MN 5511364207 Postcards $97.77 $775.87 16024 210-14146-4210 Office Supplies

06/11/14 IntegraP.O. Box 2966

Milwaukee, WI 53201-296612083673 Monthly Phone Service $561.63 $561.63 16025 101-14970-4320 Utilities

07/07/14 J&N Weed Harvesting, Inc.301 West 5th Street

Bottineau, ND 58318-12142014 Weed Harvesting @ Lake McCarrons $12,470.30 $12,470.30 16026 310-14470-4530 Maintenance Expense

07/02/14 Forrest Kelley1259 Avon St. N.

St. Paul, MN 55117June Cleaning Monthly Office Cleaning $600.00 $600.00 16027 101-14970-4320 Utilities

06/26/14 C Lanphear Design3715 45th Avenue South

Minneapolis, MN 554060614-01

Newsletter, PASPider FB feature, Arlington-Rice postcards,

Stewardship Grant panels$1,050.00 $1,050.00 16028

210-14146-4210 $800.00

220-14250-4210 $250.00Office Supplies

Report Date 7/23/14



06/16/14 MarcoP.O. Box 790448

St. Louise, MO 63179-0448255634305 Konica Minolta Copier contract $693.52 $693.52 16029 101-14970-4610 Equipment Purchase/Rental/Lease

06/18/14 MarcoNW 7128, P.O. Box 1450

Minneapolis, MN 55485-71282020114 HP contract 6/18/2014-07/17/2014 $21.04 $21.04 16030 101-14970-4610 Equipment Purchase/Rental/Lease

06/24/14 Menards

Capitol One Commercial

P.O. Box 5219

Carol Stream, IL 60197-5219

June Menards Monitoring Supplies $179.19 $179.19 16031

220-14250-4210 $10.46

211-14200-4210 $27.50

211-14205-4210 $12.53

211-14215-4210 $128.70

Office Supplies

06/16/14 Metlife

Group Benefits

P.O. Box 804466

Kansas City, MO 64180-4466

Aug-14 Employee Benefits - Aug $592.11 $592.11 16032 various Employee Benefits

07/10/14 Minnesota Landscape Abroetum3675 Arboretum Drive

Chaska, MN 553185 Clean Water Summit 9/11/2014 $2,000.00 $2,000.00 16033 220-14275-4710 Grants, Cost-Share, Partner Funding

05/01/14 Minnesota Pollution Control Agency520 Lafayette Road

St. Paul, MN 55155-4194SRF0228 Clean Water Partnership Project Implementation Loan $23,828.59 $23,828.59 16034

490-14961-4905 - 20,078.03 490-

14961-4910 - 3750.56 Bonds - Principal/Interest

06/16/14 Minnesota Native Landscapes8740 77th St. NE

Otsego, MN 5536210496 Herbaceous Plants $3,945.61 $3,945.61 16035 210-14146-4520 Materials

06/24/14 MWMO2522 Marshall Street NE

Mpls, MN 55418-33292014-0624-1 Confined Space Training $120.00 $120.00 16036 240-14390-4280 Training & Education

07/09/14 The Monitor1885 University Avenue, Suite 110

St. Paul, MN 5510463244 Monitor Insert - Loeb Lake Family Fishing $690.00 $690.00 16037 220-14250-4210 Office Supplies

06/13/14 MSCDept. CH 0075

Palatine, IL 60055-007541087055 20# Gas Springs $30.11 $30.11 16038 211-14200-4210 Office Supplies

07/09/14 Noah & Associates, Inc.8117 Telegraph Road

Bloomington, MN 554381484 Consulting Service fo April, May, & June $1,968.75 $1,968.75 16039 101-14970-4430 Consultants-Other

06/17/14 Outdoor Lab147 10th Street East

St. Paul, MN 5510114-85 Spring Clean up at Green Line $1,987.17 --- --- 330-14624-4530 Maintenance Expense

06/17/14 Outdoor Lab147 10th Street East

St. Paul, MN 5510114-79 Spring Clean up at Arlington Pascal $1,274.79 $3,261.96 16040 305-14421-4530 Maintenance Expense

06/30/14 Pioneer Press345 Cedar Street

St. Paul, MN 55101614424071 Legal Notices $394.00 $394.00 16041 101-14970-4310 Legal Notices

06/13/14 Pitney Bowes2225 American Drive

Neenah, WI 54956-10057124209-JN14 Postage Meter Lease $367.71 $367.71 16042 101-14970-4610 Equipment Purchase/Rental/Lease

06/30/14 Corey Poland1410 Energy Park Dr

St. Paul MN 55108Expense Report Expense Report - June $81.20 $81.20 16043

208-14000-4330 $68.88

210-14200-4330 $12.32Employee Expense

06/16/14 Ramsey County - Attorney

90 Plato Blvd. W

P.O. Box 64097

St. Paul, MN 55164-0097

Atty 4757 Attorney Services - May 2014 $1,368.00 $1,368.00 16044 101-14970-4420 Legal Fees

06/26/14 Shirley Reider1410 Energy Park Dr

St. Paul MN 551082nd Qtr Exp Expense Report - 2nd Qtr $1,232.28 $1,232.28 16045

101-14970-4000 $900.00

101-14970-4010 $172.28

101-14970-4280 $160.00

Manager Per Diem/Expense

06/30/14 Sherry & Rick Sanders363 McCarrons Blvd. S.

Roseville, MN 55113Stewardship Grant Shoreline Restoration $4,150.00 $4,150.00 16046 301-14400-4710 Grants, Cost-Share, Partner Funding

07/01/14 Sentry Systems, Inc.4463 White Bear Parkway, Suite 106

White Bear Lake, MN 55110692173 Secuirty Monitoring Services $112.85 --- --- 101-14970-4320 Utilities

06/09/14 Sentry Systems, Inc.4463 White Bear Parkway, Suite 106

White Bear Lake, MN 55110691229 Voice Module to Security System $365.00 $477.85 16047 101-14970-4620 Equipment Maintenance

07/01/14 Slate Holdco LLC4678 World Parkway Circle

St. Louis, MO 63134Rent - Aug Office Rent - Aug $6,019.30 $6,019.30 16048 101-14970-4220 Office/District Facililty/Lease/Rent

05/31/14 SRF Consulting Group, Inc.One Carlson Parkway North, Suite 150

Minneapolis, MN 55447-444307896.00-11 Lake McCarrons SW BMP CWP $13,142.14 $13,142.14 16049 410-12751-4470 Engineering Expense

06/19/14 State of Minnesota

Office of the State Auditor

Suite 500, 525 Park Street

St. Paul, MN 55103

64647 St. Audit 2/26/2014-5/6/2014 $3,501.00 $3,501.00 16050 101-14970-4440 Accounting Expense

06/07/14 Staples

Dept. DET

P.O. Box 83689

Chicago, IL 60696-3689

8030144839 Office Supplies $147.83 --- --- 101-14970-4210 Office Supplies

Report Date 7/23/14



06/28/14 Staples

Dept. DET

P.O. Box 83689

Chicago, IL 60696-3689

8030382590 Office Supplies $19.36 $167.19 16051 101-14970-4210 Office Supplies

07/07/14 Michelle Sylvander6593 Albert Ct.

Lino Lakes, MN 55038Expense Report June Expense Report $151.46 $151.46 16052

101-14970-4210 $117.36

220-14275-4210 $34.10Employee Expense

06/06/14 Tech Sales Co.311 West 44th Street

Minneapolis, MN 55409318718 Network Interface Module $5,149.86 $5,149.86 16053 211-14200-4610 Equipment Purchase/Rental/Lease

06/19/14 Techware

17850 Kenwood Trail, Suite 216

Lakeville, MN 55044 85562 Sage 100 set up consulting $600.00 --- --- 101-14970-4430 Consultants-Other

07/02/14 Techware


Lakeville, MN 55044 85580 Sage 100 set up consulting $225.00 $825.00 16054 101-14970-4430 Consultants-Other

06/30/14 Mary Texer Expense Report Expense Report - 2nd Qtr $874.28 $874.28 16055101-14970-4000 $825.00

101-14970-4010 $49.28Manager Per Diem/Expense

06/19/14 Trapp Online, LLC7360 E. Acoma Rd. #2

Scottsdale, AZ 8526027833 Cloud service for Sage 100 $149.00 $149.00 16056 101-14970-4350 Software, updates & liscence

06/14/14 UPSLockbox 577

Carol Stream, IL 60132-0577Y348W8244 Shipping $12.14 --- --- 101-14970-4300 Postage

06/21/14 UPSLockbox 577

Carol Stream, IL 60132-0577Y348W8254 Shipping $110.04 $122.18 16057 101-14970-4300 Postage

06/26/14 US BankP.O. Box 790408

St. Louis, MO 63179-0408June

Intermedia.net $408.71, Lynda.com $25.00, Amazon $63.91

(Mag. File holders), WalMart (Cards) $25.95, Amazon

(Laptop stand) $48.64, Radio Shack $13.90, Survey Monkey

$24.00

$3,820.00 $3,820.00 16058

101-14970-4620 $408.71

101-14970-4280 $25.00

208-14000-4610 $2038.30

220-14250-4210 (-$40.70)

220-14250-4280 $540.00

101-14970-4210 $16.68

220-14250-4210 $71.01

101-14970-4210 $28.34

101-14970-4210 $12.33

220-14250-4260 $24.00

101-14970-4250 $648.00

220-14250-4210 $27.53

210-14140-4210 $20.80

Various

06/10/14 Lindsay VanPatten Expense Report May Expense Report $57.52 $57.52 16059 210-14143-4330 Employee Expense

06/10/14 WaltersP.O. Box 67

Circle Pines, MN 55014784241 Trash/Recycling - June $55.26 $55.26 16060 101-14970-4320 Utilities

06/12/14 WEF

Membership Renewals

P.O. Box 418298

Boston, MA 02241-8298

9000251161 Membership Renewal - Anna Eleria $126.00 $126.00 16061 101-14970-4260 Dues & Publications

06/24/14 Wenck

1800 Pioneer Creek Center

P.O. Box 249

Maple Plain, MN 55359-0249

11402803 Permit Inspections $4,580.80 --- ---

208-14001-4470 $72.00

208-13004-4470 $459.20

208-13021-4470 $523.20

208-13030-4470 $22.40

208-13032-4470 $225.60

208-13033-4470 $590.40

208-14005-4470 $515.20

208-14007-4470 $174.40

208-14011-4470 $568.00

208-14013-4470 $515.20

208-14015-4470 $915.20

Engineering Expense

06/24/14 Wenck


P.O. Box 249


11402801 Permit Program $75.00 --- --- 208-13027-4470 Engineering Expense

Report Date 7/23/14



06/24/14 Wenck


P.O. Box 249


11402802 Permit Engineering

208-14000-4470 $16.80

208-07002-4470 $232.00

208-07011-4470 $232.00

208-07015-4470 $232.00

208-08005-4470 $120.00

208-08023-4470 $544.00

208-09003-4470 $160.00

208-09009-4470 $240.00

208-09011-4470 $160.00

208-09017-4470 $120.00

208-10010-4470 $228.00

208-11004-4470 $240.00

208-11009-4470 $152.00

208-12011-4470 $232.00

208-14008-4470 $624.00

06/24/14 $8,444.80 $13,100.60 16062

208-14012-4470 $76.00

208-14013-4470 $1424.00

208-14017-4470 $1124.00

208-14018-4470 $1230.40

208-14019-4470 $528.80

208-14020-4470 $528.80

Engineering Expense

06/30/14 Gwen Willems Expense Report MAWD Summer Tour $269.02 $269.02 16063 101-14970-4280 Training & Education

07/03/14 Wright Office Solutions2061 Theresa Ave.

DeWitt, MI 4882010216 2 Pass MDM - Peach Tree Data Transfer $2,750.00 --- --- 101-14970-4430 Consultants-Other

07/11/14 Wright Office Solutions2061 Theresa Ave.

DeWitt, MI 4882010238 I Net Software $3,954.00 $6,704.00 16064 101-14970-4350 Software, updates & liscence

06/30/14 Xcel EnergyP.O. Box 9477

Minneapolis, MN 55484418139173 June 2014 Electrical Service $450.00 $450.00 16065 101-14970-4320 Utilities

07/01/14 Nate Zwonitzer Expense Report Expense Report - June $32.06 $32.06 16066

210-14146-4330 $7.00

310-14470-4330 $14.00

325-14632-4330 $1.68

440-14914-4330 $9.38

Employee Expense

Approved for Payment:7/23/2014

$312,154.55

$312,154.55 Michael Thienes, Treasurer Date

RECEIPTS

Vendor Name Vendor Address Description Check Amount Check # G/L Code G/L Description

06/02/14 Rice Creek Watershed4325 Pheasant Ridge Drive, Suite 611

Blaine, MN 55449-4539Consulting services w/Noah & Associates $322.91 19602 101-14970-4430

06/02/14 McCombs Frank Roos Associates, Inc.14800 28th Ave. N. Suite 140

Mpls, MN 55447Primrose School $2,000.00 1800 208-14020

06/03/14 State of MN658 Cedar Street, Suite 400

St. Paul, MN 55155-1616$180,000.00 53931876 410-12751

06/02/14 Mark Doneux CRWD Apparel $113.00 11635 101-14970-4210

06/17/14 South Washington Watershed District2302 Tower Drive

Woodbury, MN 55125Consulting services w/Noah & Associates $322.91 3870 101-14970-4430

06/17/14 Nate Zwontizer CRWD Apparel $15.00 115 101-14970-4430

TOTAL $182,773.82

OUTSTANDING

INVOICES/CREDITS

03/17/14 Techware


Lakeville, MN 55044 85335 Sage Software $3,051.09 $3,051.09 Only paid 1/2 - balance when installed

03/11/14 Pitney Bowes Purchase Power 38926275 Credit for returned ink cart. ($0.92) ($0.92)

Credit for items returned from old meter,

moved $53.00 to postage credit remains

of .92


Mpls, MN 5543523621150.00-1 Raingarden signage $2,289.40 $2,289.40

Invoice needs to broken down between

Green Line & Arlington Pascal - Gustavo

07/02/14 Houston Engineering, Inc.1401 21st Avenue N.

Fargo, ND 58102 20726 BMP Database Hosting & Maintenance$2,635.00 $2,635.00 Per Nate - Hold Invoice


DATE: July 17, 2014 TO: CRWD Board of Managers FROM: Anna Eleria, Water Resource Project Manager RE: Approve Consultant for Eustis Street Stormwater Improvement Feasibility Study

Background In late June, CRWD staff sought proposals from three engineering firms for a feasibility study of stormwater management improvements along and adjacent to Eustis Street in Lauderdale, MN. In 2015, Ramsey County will conduct a street improvement project on Eustis Street between Larpenteur and Como Avenues that includes street mill and overlay and construction of a new, 5-foot sidewalk on the east side of Eustis Street from Idaho Avenue south to the existing sidewalk. Currently, stormwater runoff from Eustis Street is untreated and conveyed via manholes and concrete-lined swale to municipal storm sewer system. CRWD, Ramsey County and the City of Lauderdale consider the upcoming street project as an opportunity to reduce and treat stormwater runoff by implementing stormwater BMPs, preferably green infrastructure practices, within the greenspaces adjacent to Eustis Street. See enclosed project area map. Issues Three engineering firms submitted proposals including cost estimates for the study: 1) Barr Engineering Co. - $26,340; 2) EOR, Inc. - $34,886; and 3) SRF Consulting Group, Inc. - $28,950. While all three proposals are fairly strong and similar in terms of their proposed approach and tasks for the study, CRWD staff recommend Barr Engineering as the consultant for the feasibility study. Barr Engineering would devote a six-person multidisciplinary team to the project that has slightly more experience in the design and construction of linear green infrastructure projects in highly urban settings compared to the other two consultants. Funding for the study will come from Fund #330 – Mississippi River Subwatershed. Copies of the proposals are enclosed with the electronic Board packet. Paper copies will only be provided upon request. Action Requested Approve Barr Engineering Co. as the consultant for the Eustis Street Stormwater Improvement Feasibility Study; and authorize Administrator to execute a consultant services agreement with Barr Engineering Co. in an amount not to exceed $26,340 and agreement amendments up to a total amount of $30,000. enc: Eustis Street Project Area Map

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July 23, 2014 V. Action Item - D) Approve Consultant for Eustis Street Stormwater Improvement Feasibility Study (Eleria)

Submitted by Barr Engineering Co. July 11, 2014

Proposal for

Eustis Street Stormwater Improvement Feasibility Study

Prepared for Capitol Region Watershed District

July 11, 2014

Anna Eleria

Water Resource Project Manager


1410 Energy Park Drive, Suite 4

Saint Paul, MN 55108

Re: Proposal for Eustis Street stormwater improvement feasibility study

Dear Anna:

Thank you for the opportunity to propose on assisting the Capitol Region Watershed District (CRWD) with

the feasibility study of stormwater management improvements along and adjacent to Eustis Street in

Lauderdale, Minnesota. We look forward to continuing our work with CRWD in developing innovative,

linear green infrastructure. You will benefit from selecting our team for this work because:

Our green infrastructure team creates ecologically friendly, context-sensitive stormwater

solutions that enhance the pedestrian experience. Our team has had the pleasure of working closely

with CRWD and around the Twin Cities, developing innovative green infrastructure solutions for linear

projects that improve water quality, reduce flooding (at times), and enhance aesthetics through

context-sensitive placemaking. Our team is prepared to develop innovative designs, like those

highlighted in our project examples and the Eustis Street rendering on the cover of this proposal.

Our staff understands the complexities of working with multiple stakeholders and is committed

to developing a feasible project that results in construction. We understand that stakeholder buy-

in is critical on a project where the public and private realms begin to blur—and can often be more

challenging than the project design itself. Stakeholders on this project include CRWD, the City of

Lauderdale, Ramsey County, nearby businesses and residents, and very importantly, property owners

on the east side of Eustis Street from whom we will need approval to construct the project. The

proposed project team has worked closely with similar stakeholders (watersheds, municipalities,

counties, and private entities) on comparable projects to gain the consensus required—most notably

on the Minneapolis 37th Avenue greenway and Maplewood living streets projects, which each

required extensive public meetings and door knocking to gain resident buy-in. We have suggested

time for a meeting facilitator to assist with the stakeholder engagement process to further increase

the likelihood of project success.

Our project team understands the trade-offs involved with design and maintenance. Barr’s

engineers and landscape ecologists have experience designing a range of green infrastructure

projects: locales from the suburban to the ultra-urban and structural designs and plantings from the

showy to the simple. We understand that increasing complexity of designs and diversity of plantings

has certain benefits and is desired in some situations, but that complexity comes with long-term

Anna Eleria

July 11, 2014

Page 2

maintenance costs. We tailor our designs to the needs of each project and the level of maintenance

acceptable to the project owner.

We are enthusiastic about this opportunity to work with CRWD and look forward to discussing this project

with you further. If you have any questions about our proposal, please feel free to contact me (952-832-

2859 or [email protected]) or Nathan Campeau (952-832-2854 or [email protected]), the project

manager who will work with you on this project.

Sincerely,

Kurt Leuthold, PE, LEED AP

Vice President, Principal in Charge

Barr Engineering Co.

Contents

Firm information ................................................................................................................................... 1

Project approach ................................................................................................................................ 1

Project team ......................................................................................................................................... 2

Scope of work ...................................................................................................................................... 4

Budget and schedule ......................................................................................................................... 7

Similar projects ..................................................................................................................................... 7

Attachment A: Resumes

Attachment B: Project examples

WR03P093.14

Barr Engineering Co. │ Page 1

Firm information Barr Engineering Co. is a Midwest-based firm headquartered in Minneapolis with over 700 employees

located in Minnesota, North Dakota, Missouri, Michigan, and in Alberta, Canada. Barr was incorporated in

1966 and traces its origins to Adolph Meyer, one of the first hydrologists in the United States. We

understand the interaction between the natural environment, built infrastructure, and the people that

inhabit and use them. With that in mind, we integrate engineering and environmental expertise to help

clients develop, manage, plan, design, and restore natural resources using affordable and long-term

solutions that blend traditional engineering practices with an ecologically sound approach.

Firm name: Barr Engineering Co. Main contact: Nathan Campeau

Address: 4700 West 77th Street, Suite 200 Telephone: 952-832-2854

Minneapolis, MN 55435 Fax: 952-832-2601

Email: [email protected]

Green infrastructure At Barr, our practice is based on achieving results with green infrastructure design founded on the

footprint of natural ecosystems, with an emphasis on long-term sustainability. We understand the

interaction between the natural and built environment and use this to look for affordable and long-term

solutions that blend traditional engineering practices with an ecologically sound approach that strives to

balance ecological function, watershed characteristics, and hydrologic conditions with the ways people

use the site. Rooted in ecology, we design beautiful sites that are community-defining, enduring,

technically sound, and innovative. We help clients achieve their goals of improved community health,

response to climate change, reduced energy use, regulatory compliance, improved livability, reliable and

maintainable infrastructure, improved economic development, enhanced water quality, and much more.

Stream and natural channel restoration and creation Barr has been a leader in implementing ecological methods for stream and river restoration, habitat

preservation, and erosion control. Our restoration efforts are informed by the hydrology, geomorphology,

biology, water quality, and connectivity of each corridor. We gather data from a variety of sources and

then analyze the information to identify problem sources and cost effective alternatives so that decision

makers can make informed, justifiable choices with a full understanding of the expected outcomes.

Examples of our restoration projects in the Twin Cities include work on portions of Battle Creek, Farney

Creek, Fish Creek, Minnehaha Creek, Nine Mile Creek, Purgatory Creek, Raleigh Creek, and Valley Creek.

Project approach The proposed repaving and addition of a sidewalk along Eustis Street provides a wonderful opportunity to

incorporate water quality treatment and enhance the pedestrian experience in the city of Lauderdale. Our

approach to this project is rooted in achieving these twin goals. We will begin the project by collecting all

relevant data through a desktop analysis (much of which we have already performed, as evidenced in

Figure 1 on page 4) and field investigations, some of which have already occurred as well. Next, we will

assist Capitol Region Watershed District (CRWD) in what is perhaps the most critical part of the entire

project: stakeholder engagement. Because of the unique arrangement of project partners (public and

private), existing road improvement schedule, and placement of practices on private property, we

understand that project coordination and meetings are critical parts of the project to obtain stakeholder

buy-in and maximize the likelihood that this feasibility study will result in a completed construction


project. We have an experienced team to assist you in this task that has coordinated watershed district

projects with public stakeholders (including Ramsey County Public Works) as well as private.

Once we have collected all relevant data and begun the stakeholder engagement process, we will develop

conceptual green infrastructure designs that are context sensitive—maximizing water quality

treatment, providing a necessary and missing pedestrian linkage, and offering an amenity for the

community through a linear pocket park. Due to the presence of an armored channel, the large amount of

adjacent green space, and mature trees on the properties to the east, our initial ideas for this site include

the introduction of natural channels, which will borrow heavily from our stream restoration practices. Our

project examples demonstrate the range of linear transit-related green infrastructure designs that fit the

character of the neighborhood—from the suburban to the ultra-urban, from the showy to the simple in

terms of plantings and maintenance—all the while integrating new and established green infrastructure

design elements including iron-enhanced sand filters and stream restoration techniques.

Project team Barr proposes the following multi-disciplinary and experienced project team. Most of our team members

have worked on multiple CRWD projects across the district. Our team has the capacity to meet the

proposed project schedule, and our deep bench of ecologists will result in your project being delivered on

time. Full resumes are included in Attachment A.

Role: Principal in

charge

Kurt Leuthold, PE, LEED AP Hourly Rate: $160

Vice President, Senior Civil Engineer Availability during project: 10 percent

BS, Civil Engineering

Kurt has 26 years of experience on projects involving hydrology, hydraulics,

stormwater management, and land development. He has designed surface-water

management projects for public and private clients, specializing in designing

infrastructure with an eye for ecology. He designed the stormwater planters and

rain gardens along the Green Line Light Rail Transit in Saint Paul, linear stormwater

best management practices (BMPs) along Riverside Avenue in Minneapolis, and a

flood control and water quality improvement project that replaced four blocks of

37th Avenue North in Minneapolis with a pedestrian greenway.

Role: Project

manager

Nathan Campeau, PE, CFM, ENV SP Hourly Rate: $125

Senior Water Resources Engineer Availability during project: 20 percent

MS, Civil Engineering

Nathan has 12 years of water resources experience in hydrologic and hydraulic

analysis, flood risk management design, green infrastructure, and GIS. He works on

low-impact site design, stormwater quality analysis and improvement, and flood

analysis and mitigation projects. He designed and managed several green

infrastructure projects along the Green Line Light Rail Transit in Saint Paul and

designed and led the community outreach for a flood control and water quality

improvement project that replaced four blocks of 37th Avenue North in

Minneapolis with a pedestrian greenway.


Role:

Landscape

architect

Fred Rozumalski, RLA Hourly Rate: $145

Landscape Ecologist/Architect Availability during project: 30 percent

Master of Landscape Architecture

Fred is a registered landscape architect experienced in ecology, horticulture, and

native landscape design and restoration. His projects are designed to work with

nature to create economically viable, low-maintenance landscapes that support a

diversity of plants and animals, while also meeting the needs of people. He

conducts natural resource inventories and cultural site analyses; restores native

plant communities; provides landscape master plans for colleges, corporations, and

municipalities; and designs innovative stormwater management features.

Role: Landscape

designer

Eric Holt Hourly Rate: $90

Landscape Designer Availability during project: 30 percent

BLA, Landscape Architecture

Eric has over eight years of experience in landscape architecture and urban design,

focused on conceptual site design, integrated stormwater management, green

infrastructure design and planning, low-impact development, interpretive design

and communication, planting design, and graphic design. Eric provided innovative,

context-sensitive stormwater management design along the Green Line Light Rail

Transit in Saint Paul and created the planting plan for converting four blocks of 37th

Avenue North in Minneapolis to a greenway.

Role: Designer

Candice Kantor Hourly Rate: $90

Water Resources Specialist Availability during project: 50 percent

BS, Civil Engineering

Candice has four years of experience in stormwater pond improvement, watershed

analysis, design development, and construction observation. Through GIS, she

performs watershed analyses to be used in modeling, creates supporting

documents and figures, and determines hydrologic inputs for modeling. Candice

completed plans and specifications for rain gardens and stormwater planters along

the Green Line Light Rail Transit in Saint Paul and designed plans and specifications

for converting four blocks of 37th Avenue North in Minneapolis to a greenway.

Role: Project

manager, urban

planning

Michael Lamb, AICP, CNU-A Hourly Rate: $145

Senior Planner Availability during project: 30 percent

Master of Architecture in Urban Design

Michael has over 25 years of leadership and experience in development,

management, and delivery of urban design and planning services in the City of Saint

Paul and throughout the upper Midwest to municipalities and other local units of

government, park boards, planning agencies, developers, and colleges and

universities. Mike is managing CRWD’s District 6 natural resource inventory project,

providing stakeholder engagement services.


Figure 1: Project context

Role: Stream

restoration

consultant

Jeff Weiss, PE Hourly Rate: $115

Senior Water Resources Engineer Availability during project: 25 percent

MS, Civil Engineering

Jeff has over 10 years of experience in river hydraulics, stream classification,

monitoring, and restoration. His work has included stream restorations, one- and

two-dimensional hydraulic and hydrologic modeling, and projects involving a broad

range of water quality, stormwater runoff, and flood protection issues. Jeff has been

trained in Rosgen channel classification and restoration methods as well as natural

channel design and sediment transport computations.

Scope of work

Task 1: Existing data collection and review After the notice to proceed, Barr will compile all relevant and publically available geospatial and site-

specific data for the study area and immediate surrounding areas and present in a map format. We will

include information such as soils, storm-sewer infrastructure (pipes, ditches, catch basins, and manholes),

land use, property ownership, easements, trees, above- and

below-ground utilities, watersheds, flow direction,

topographic data from LIDAR, and any other available

relevant data for the study. We have already compiled much

of this data from available sources such as the City of

Lauderdale local surface water management plan and the

City of Minneapolis Bridal Veil Creek study, which have been

confirmed and modified by recent site visits by Barr staff (as

shown in Figure 1).

Barr will provide preliminary maps of collected geospatial

data at the project kick-off meeting (Task 5) to help

facilitate the discussion of additional data needs with

CRWD and the project partners.

Deliverables: Barr will provide CRWD with maps of the

collected, relevant layers and a list of data gaps that will be

collected in the field (Task 2).

Task 2: Field work At the conclusion of Task 1 and following site access

coordination with the adjacent property owner facilitated

by CRWD, Barr will conduct field investigations. We will

contract with a soil boring contractor to obtain three 12-foot deep borings to determine soil type and

density of surficial and deeper soils and perform environmental screening. This information will be used to

confirm whether infiltration or filtration practices are feasible. Soil borings or hand augers shallower than

12 feet may miss layers of clay or fine silty soil that would inhibit infiltration. Since sand trenches for

infiltration practices can generally be easily constructed to a depth of 6 feet below pre-project grade, the


Figure 2: Potentially contaminated

sites identified by the MPCA

permeability of the first 6 feet of depth is not as important as the 6 feet below that. Soil types will be

determined in the field and identified on boring logs. The only soil analysis that may be needed is a grain-

size analysis to determine the amount of fines (soil passing the #200 sieve). This will only be necessary if

the underlying soil is sandy and infiltration seems like an option. Sandy soil with a high concentration of

fines can lead to slow infiltration rates. No other lab analysis of soils is included in this task.

Environmental screening will be completed to determine the

presence of contaminated soils which are known to exist within

the study area (Figure 2). We recommend completing one boring

on the east side of Eustis Street immediately across the street from

Children’s Home Society and one at the northern extent of the

study area near Idaho Avenue. The third soil boring will be

completed near an anticipated infiltration practice after reviewing

any existing soil borings provided by the city, county, or adjacent

landowner.

Soil borings will be classified for soil type and screened by an

environmental technician. Screening will include documentation of

visual and olfactory signs of contamination and measurement of

headspace using a photoionization detector. If the screening indicates possible contamination, we will

recommend further lab analysis. No lab fees for contaminant testing are included in this proposal.

At the same time as the soil boring occurs, Barr will map the marked public and private utilities located by

the Gopher One call using GPS, transferring those locations to GIS. Detailed survey will not be performed.

Deliverables: Barr will provide soil boring logs, soil analyses, and a location map of all identified utilities

in the study area.

Task 3: Preliminary conceptual designs Using the data collected in Tasks 1 and 2 and initial stakeholder feedback provided at the kick-off

meeting (Task 5), Barr will develop two concepts for green infrastructure stormwater treatment and

conveyance for the untreated runoff along Eustis Street and the east-west concrete swale. Each concept

will incorporate a 5-foot sidewalk to tie into the City of Saint Paul’s existing sidewalk that terminates at

the municipal limits. Concepts will be created using GIS and other graphics programs to create attractive,

easy-to-understand renderings. CAD design drawings will not be created. Concepts will be developed in

response to stakeholder comments and to maximize stormwater treatment, enhance the pedestrian

experience, and provide water-quality and natural-resources-management educational opportunities. We

will initiate our design internally with a multi-disciplinary design meeting, bringing together green

infrastructure specialists, landscape architects, and a stream and natural channel expert to develop initial

concepts. We propose the option of expanding this meeting to a full design charette at our offices or a

meeting space close to the site. We would invite CRWD staff and project stakeholders to attend this

optional two-hour charette. Charettes can help identify project challenges early in the design process and

promote stakeholder buy-in, increasing the chances of a successful feasibility study.

We anticipate that the Eustis Street corridor green infrastructure design may include some (or all) of the

following components (see cover of proposal for an initial concept):


tiered rain gardens providing infiltration/filtration cells along the relatively steep street, simulating a

natural channel

“stream daylighting” of existing culverts at north and south reaches of the project, with accompanying

rain gardens, simulating natural channels

high-flow bypass in a culvert (similar to the Fish Creek project in the example below) so first flush is

treated in gardens and high flows pass unimpeded to existing municipal systems (City of Saint Paul

and Bridal Veil Creek watersheds)

trees in the boulevard and in the rain gardens (tree trenches could be used if space is not available for

surface practices)

streetscape enhancements such as artistic water-themed stamping on the sidewalk, limestone bench

seating, and interpretive signage

The east-west concrete channel could receive similar treatments as the north-south corridor (as described

above). However, much of the runoff in that existing channel already receives treatment from upstream

ponds, so another option may be to divert most of the upstream flows to a pipe and treat only local,

untreated runoff in the east-west corridor. The existence of a small amount of baseflow from upstream

ponds presents a unique opportunity to incorporate more stream and natural channel elements.

Barr will prepare preliminary cost estimates (including anticipated maintenance) and water-quality

benefits using the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency’s (MPCA) Minimal Impact Design Standards (MIDS)

calculator, as performed by Barr on several previous CRWD green infrastructure projects. A cost-benefit

table will be developed showing the annual cost per pound of phosphorus removed by the concepts. Barr

will then present the concepts, cost estimates, and performance assessments to the stakeholders at a

meeting (Task 5) and to the CRWD Board of Managers (Task 5).

Deliverables: Barr will provide drawings of two preliminary concepts for each of the two green

infrastructure locations as well as a summary memorandum with the cost estimates and water quality

performance assessments, in digital format.

Task 4: Final conceptual designs Based on stakeholder and board comments collected at the second Task 5 meeting and received

subsequently by email, Barr will revise the selected conceptual designs (up to two of the original four) to

incorporate collected feedback. This task assumes that one round of revisions will be incorporated into

the final conceptual renderings created in Task 3. Based on these changes, the cost estimates and water

quality performance assessments will be updated as well.

Barr will prepare a draft technical memorandum describing the project background and goals, summary

of tasks and findings, development of the preliminary conceptual designs, selection of the final designs,

and cost and performance of the designs. We will then meet with CRWD and project stakeholders (Task 5)

to present the final designs and draft memo. Based on feedback received at this meeting and in

subsequent emails, we will incorporate changes and finalize the memo.


Stormwater planter at Oxford Street and University

Avenue

Deliverables: Barr will provide drawings of the selected final concepts as well as a draft and final project

memorandum incorporating revised summary memorandum with the cost estimates and water quality

performance assessments, in digital format.

Task 5: Project coordination and meetings Because of the unique arrangement of project partners (public and private), existing road improvement

schedule, and placement of practices on private property, we understand that project coordination and

meetings are a critical part of the project to obtain stakeholder buy-in and maximize the likelihood that

this feasibility study will result in a completed construction project. Barr and the proposed project team

have significant experience working on similar projects that require significant stakeholder engagement.

Throughout the project and as part of this task, Barr will assist CRWD with project coordination and

meeting organization/facilitation, including the preparation of meeting agendas and minutes. This task

includes five meetings. For each of the three stakeholder meetings, we propose the option of including

meeting facilitation services by our senior planner, Mike Lamb.

1. kick-off meeting with CRWD and project stakeholders, attended by three Barr staff (during Task 1)

2. presentation of preliminary concepts to CRWD and project stakeholders, attended by three Barr staff

(conclusion of Task 3)

3. presentation of final concepts and draft technical memo to CRWD and project stakeholders, attended

by three Barr staff (during Task 4)

4. presentation of preliminary concepts to CRWD Board of Managers, attended by two Barr staff


5. presentation of final concepts to the City of Lauderdale/Ramsey County, attended by two Barr staff


Budget and schedule The budget spreadsheet and schedule are on the following page.

Similar projects Below are brief descriptions of recent similar projects that demonstrate our experience in designing

context-sensitive, linear green infrastructure. Full project descriptions are included in Attachment B.

Green Line light rail corridor green infrastructure

Capitol Region Watershed District ▪ Saint Paul,

Minnesota

Working with the Capitol Region Watershed District,

the City of Saint Paul, and other consultants, Barr

developed several stormwater treatment concepts for

the urban light rail corridor that use underground

infiltration trenches, incorporates an ambitious street

tree and stormwater treatment design, and improves

the aesthetics of the transit corridor.

Name (Last, First) Leuthold, Kurt

Campeau,

Nathan

Rozumalski,

Fred Holt, Eric Kantor, Candice Lamb, Michael Weiss, Jeffrey

Environmental

Tech

Billing Rate $160.00 $125.00 $145.00 $90.00 $90.00 $145.00 $115.00 $75.00

Task 1: Existing Data Collection and Review 1 4 0 0 7 0 0 0 12 1,290.00$ -$ -$ 1,290.00$ Late August

2014

Task 2: Field Work 4 7 2 2 5 0 0 6 26 2,885.00$ 250.00$ 1,500.00$ 4,635.00$ Early

September

2014

Task 3: Preliminary Conceptual Designs 6 14 4 23 19 0 4 0 70 7,530.00$ -$ -$ 7,530.00$ Late

September

2014

Task 4: Final Conceptual Designs 8 16 3 13 30 0 2 1 73 7,890.00$ -$ -$ 7,890.00$ Late

November

2014

Task 5: Project Coordination and Meetings 12 23 0 0 0 0 0 0 35 4,795.00$ 200.00$ -$ 4,995.00$

Kickoff MeetingLate August

2014

Present Prelim Concepts to StakeholdersEarly

October

2014

Present Final Concepts to StakeholdersDecember

2014

Present Prelim Concepts to BoardOctober

2014

Present Final to City/CountyDecember

2014

Project Total 31 64 9 38 61 0 6 7 216 24,390.00$ 450.00$ 1,500.00$ 26,340.00$

Optional Tasks

Stakeholder Meeting Facilitation (Task 5) 0 0 0 0 0 12 0 0 12 1,740.00$ 1,740.00$ Throughout

Design Charette (Task 3) 2 2 2 2 0 0 2 0 10 1,270.00$ 1,270.00$ Mid

September

2014

Project Total with Optional Tasks 33 66 11 40 61 12 8 7 238 27,400.00$ 450.00$ 1,500.00$ 29,350.00$

Schedule

Project Name: Eustis Street Stormwater Improvement Feasibility Study

Client Name: Capitol Region Watershed District

Date: 07/11/2014

Subtotal

Hours

Subtotal

Labor Expenses

Sub

Contractors

Project

Total


Barr led the final design and construction observation of 13 stormwater planters and rain gardens at eight

locations along the Green Line, with final installation in 2013. We selected locations that were most

feasible for construction and maintenance and would best promote water quality, creativity, and

education, incorporating public art where possible. We also developed graphical renderings and

interpretive signage for the four types of stormwater treatment practices used to educate the public on

the importance of water quality and how the practices function.

green design for stormwater treatment and flood mitigation

City of Minneapolis ▪ Minnesota

A 50-acre residential neighborhood in North Minneapolis

regularly experienced street flooding during large rain

events with runoff discharging into an impaired water

body. Barr helped the city address both issues by creating

a multi-block greenway on 37th Avenue North and

helping the city secure state funding for water-quality

improvements associated with the project. On the avenue,

six city blocks of paved street were removed so that

precast concrete boxes could be placed underground as

flood storage detention cells. Almost 1,400 lineal feet of

underground basins now protect homes from a 100-year

flood event. The avenue roadway was replaced on three blocks by a greenway with trees, 11 rain gardens,

and a trail for pedestrian and bike traffic. On another two blocks, the road was narrowed to a single traffic

lane with bike contraflow and parking bump-outs to slow traffic and increase pedestrian safety.

Gortner Avenue rain gardens

University of Minnesota ▪ Saint Paul, Minnesota

Barr designed a series of rain gardens to treat stormwater

runoff from Gortner Avenue on the university’s Saint Paul

campus, within the Capitol Region Watershed District.

The gardens were built in tiers descending downhill and

connected hydrologically through overflow via the curb.

Stormwater is pretreated in an easy-to-clean sump catch-

basin system while low-maintenance plantings were

selected that tolerate periods of flooding and drying—

and remain aesthetically pleasing.

streets reconstructed using living streets framework

Ramsey-Washington Metro Watershed District ▪

Maplewood, Minnesota

Barr developed a living streets plan for Ramsey-

Washington Metro Watershed District that uses the

public right-of-way to treat stormwater and helps reduce

pollution flowing to area lakes. Using this design

framework, the City of Maplewood is able to implement

street reconstruction projects more efficiently and at a


A stormwater infiltration basin constructed at the

intersection of Riverside Avenue and 8th Street

lower long-term cost than traditional roads, while reducing impervious surface and treating runoff. We

designed and oversaw the retrofit of over a mile of residential street by narrowing it from 32 feet to 24

feet and by adding a sidewalk, 31 rain gardens, 120 street trees, and an infiltration basin as a feature in a

neighborhood park. We worked closely with city staff to educate residents about the value of the changes,

with half agreeing to have a rain garden on their property.

Riverside Avenue stormwater retrofits

City of Minneapolis ▪ Minnesota

Barr designed several linear stormwater

BMPs at three sites along Riverside

Avenue in conjunction with a street

reconstruction project. Bisecting the

property at the first location allowed for

the creation of two BMPs on either side of

8th Street. We designed a stormwater

infiltration basin with a curved concrete

retaining wall and railing and then created

a plaza with permeable pavers over a

stormwater tree trench system on the other side of the street.

Barr then designed two BMPs to fit within the city’s right of way on Riverside Avenue proper in front of

Augsburg College. A swale was added between the curb and the sidewalk and a custom sump catch basin

diverts water to the swale, where trees are planted. Water infiltrates into layers of crushed rock beneath

the swale before infiltrating into the subsoil. The combination functions like a tree trench to capture 0.3

inches of stormwater runoff from half of Riverside Avenue. The other BMP was designed for placement

under the sidewalk between 20th and 21st street. A standard city sump catch basin drains 0.8 inches of

runoff from half the street into a sand filter box that drains into a trench with crushed rock. The sand filter

provides pretreatment of stormwater flows and is easily accessible from the surface for maintenance.

Fish Creek Ravine restoration

Ramsey-Washington Metro Watershed District ▪ Maplewood, Minnesota

The Fish Creek Ravine had a system of earthen berms and inlets to a large subsurface storm sewer pipe

that helped convey flood flows. However, a 500-year rainfall event in October 2005, leaves possibly

clogging pipe inlets, and runoff from Interstate 494 caused the system to fail. Barr worked with the

watershed district to improve the stormwater design and to repair damage to the creek. The earthen

berms were eliminated and the storm sewer pipe was extended approximately 600 feet and connected to

an existing culvert in Interstate 494. The connection serves as a high-efficiency hydraulic diversion

structure that routes more flood flow into the large pipe running beneath the creek. The boulders were

used to construct “cross-vanes,” which function as grade control in the channel. Stone toe protection was

used along much of the length of the channel, and the banks were graded and revegetated. Construction

was completed in fall 2006.


Attachment A: Resumes

KURT A. LEUTHOLD, PE, LEED AP

Vice President, Senior Civil Engineer


Experience Kurt Leuthold has 26 years of experience in hydrology, hydraulics, stormwater

management, and land development. He has designed surface-water management

projects for cities, water management organizations, watershed districts, private

industries, developers, and universities and colleges. Kurt specializes in designing

infrastructure with an eye for ecology. He understands the interaction of water, soils, and

plants, and how urban infrastructure can support biodiversity and environmental

protection. His project experience includes:

Designing a variety of linear stormwater best management practices (BMPs) along

Riverside Avenue in Minneapolis that provide both stormwater treatment and add

green space and function for pedestrians. A small park and plaza area were

constructed as well as a grass swale with trees and underground infiltration with

innovate pre-treatment filter boxes. The BMPs extend for approximately three blocks

and fit well within the highly urbanized streetscape.

Designing a flood control and water quality improvement project in Minneapolis that

completely removed four blocks of 37th Avenue North and replaced it with a

pedestrian greenway, 11 biofiltration basins, underground flood storage, and new

trees. Another two blocks were removed and replaced with one-way streets and bike

lanes.

Designing a linear stormwater infiltration system along 54th Street in Minneapolis,

Minnesota, using pervious pavement and underground storage. The system uses

subsurface infiltration of runoff under the boulevards of both sides of the street,

running the full 1,500-foot length of the project and incorporating pervious concrete

pavement, underground storage for infiltration, catch basin sumps, and skimmers.

Designing 17 stormwater infiltration basins, or rainwater gardens, in Burnsville,

Minnesota. Basins were installed in an existing neighborhood to manage stormwater

running off streets and driveways.

Designing alternative stormwater management techniques for Minnetonka’s city hall

and civic center. Led efforts to redevelop three large parking lots and several access

roads to include stormwater infiltration basins, and vegetated stormwater swales.

Completing plans and specifications for Ramsey-Washington Metro Watershed

District’s new headquarters in Little Canada, Minnesota. BMPs included a porous

bituminous parking lot and several rainwater gardens spread out across the property.

A monitoring system was installed, and data confirms near-zero runoff.

Completing plans and specifications for the Mississippi Watershed Management

Organization’s new office building including all utilities, paving, and extensive

stormwater BMPs (a 4,000 gallon cistern, tree boxes, multiple infiltration basins, and

pervious pavers).

Serving as editor and primary technical advisor for the Minnesota Small Site BMP

Manual. This manual, coordinated by the Metropolitan Council, guides users through

the selection and design of 40 innovative stormwater treatment practices. The manual

KURT A. LEUTHOLD

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focuses on techniques for cold climates and sites less than five acres in size.

Education BS, Civil Engineering, Michigan Technological University, 1987

Registration Civil Engineer: Minnesota, Michigan, Wisconsin

Certification LEED Accredited Professional, U.S. Green Building Council

NATHAN CAMPEAU, PE, CFM, ENV SP

Senior Water Resources Engineer


Experience Nathan has 12 years of water resources experience in hydrologic and hydraulic analysis,

flood risk management design, green infrastructure, and geographic information systems

(GIS). A certified floodplain manager, he works on low-impact site design, stormwater

quality analysis and improvement, and flood analysis and mitigation projects. His project

work includes:

Designing a series of rainwater gardens and stormwater planters for the Green Line Light

Rail Transit in St. Paul. The stormwater treatment systems were installed in boulevards in

side streets adjacent to the corridor and incorporate public art to enhance the

pedestrian experience and complement the urban nature of the corridor. Served as

project manager, shepherding the project through the city review processes.

Developing a sustainable stormwater master plan for the Ford Plant in St. Paul.

Worked with city staff and Ford to assess the watershed conditions and develop

concepts that could enhance water quality, promote connectivity, and provide habitat

while promoting redevelopment of a brownfield. Presented the sustainable conceptual

plan at several city meetings and to a state agency.

Preparing memoranda and report, and presenting information to the Minimal Impact

Design Standards (MIDS) work group and redevelopment/linear technical team of the

Minnesota Pollution Control Agency

Designing the realignment of approximately 800 feet of large-diameter stormwater

box culvert, including 24-hour installation of culvert underneath three sets of active

railroad tracks. The project required coordination with multiple local, state, and federal

agencies. Managed construction observation and administration services.

Managing development of two industry-specific stormwater best management

practices (BMP) manuals on the application of green infrastructure in the electric

power industry. Assisted with development of a third industry-specific BMP manual.

Modeling a large urban area in North Minneapolis that is subject to frequent flooding.

Provided low-impact design alternatives to minimize flooding and promote water

quality. Developed several innovative concepts to reduce flooding in a dense

residential area where soil conditions did not allow the use of many low-impact design

alternatives. Presented solutions at public meetings and met with affected residents.

Building XP-SWMM models of large urban and suburban areas and integrating

streams, lakes, wetlands, and storm sewers into one model. Built an XP-SWMM model

for a western Twin Cities suburb covering 4,000 acres and helped integrate the model

with other models to analyze tens of square miles throughout the western suburbs.

Designing rainwater gardens from initial conceptual design through modeling to

construction assistance to treat and infiltrate stormwater. Provided assistance to city

staff on selecting appropriate low-impact stormwater BMPs to treat stormwater and

reduce flood risk.

Designing stormwater ponds to treat urban runoff and protect water quality in lakes

and rivers. Designed and managed construction of a two-cell pond system to remove

phosphorus from stormwater.

NATHAN CAMPEAU

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Analyzing and designing repairs for an eroded gully in St. Paul, Minnesota that was

undergoing significant erosion and damaging residents’ property, designed a solution

to reduce peak velocities in the ditch and minimize the potential for erosion while

minimizing impact. Coordinated with two cities and a watershed district.

Education MS, Civil Engineering (environmental engineering concentration), The George

Washington University, 2003

BS, Civil Engineering (environmental option), The George Washington University, 2001

Registration Professional Engineer: Minnesota

Certification Certified Floodplain Manager, Association of State Floodplain Managers

Envision™ Sustainability Professional, Institute for Sustainable Infrastructure

FRED J. ROZUMALSKI, RLA

Landscape Ecologist, Landscape Architect


Experience Fred Rozumalski is a registered landscape architect experienced in ecology, horticulture,

and native landscape design and restoration. His projects are designed to work with

nature to create economically viable, low-maintenance landscapes that support a

diversity of plants and animals, while also meeting the needs of people. Fred designs

innovative stormwater management features; conducts natural resource inventories and

cultural site analyses; restores native plant communities; and provides landscape master

plans for colleges, corporations, and municipalities. His project experience includes:

Designing an innovated structural soil tree trench system for Ramsey-Washington

Metro Watershed District at Maplewood Mall in Maplewood, Minnesota. The tree

growing system allows trees to grow in a 100-percent paved parking lot without losing

one stall. It treats stormwater in underground rock, which also supports tree roots. A

total of 210 trees were installed in one mile of the trench system. Interpretive displays

and plantings were also designed and installed at the primary mall entrances.

Leading a team creating a green infrastructure plan for the city of North St. Paul,

Minnesota. Oversaw a citizen task force committee consensus process to devise

appropriate street redesign scenarios that allow multiple uses including pedestrians,

biking, urban forest, and stormwater infiltration. Wrote the plan that sets new policy

for street design and reduces impervious surface, slows traffic, and saves on

construction and maintenance costs.

Serving as project manager for the Minnesota Small Site BMP Manual. Barr produced

this comprehensive manual that guides users through the selection and design of 40

innovative stormwater treatment practices. It also contains local stormwater

ordinances, practical hydrologic information, and a list of sites in the Twin Cities metro

area where these practices have been implemented. The manual focuses on

techniques for cold climates and sites less than five acres in size.

Designing alternative stormwater management techniques for Minnetonka’s city hall

and civic center. Priority was given to protecting downstream waters from parking lot

runoff and creating a comfortable and welcoming setting for Minnetonka’s city hall.

Designing and assisting with installation of a rainwater garden for Swede Hollow

Neighborhood in St. Paul, Minnesota. The two-cell rainwater garden accepts roof

water and a small portion of street runoff. This showpiece garden serves as a

demonstration site and community amenity.

Serving as project manager for the development of Northland College’s master plan

for its campus in Ashland, Wisconsin. The plan focuses on creating an ecologically

appropriate, low-input landscape and creating an attractive, pedestrian-friendly

environment. It involves weaving native plant communities through campus and

creating an aboveground stormwater drainage and filtration system that mimics

natural wetland hydrology.

Serving as project manager for a citywide project in Eagan, Minnesota, to design best

management practices (BMP) in coordination with the city’s annual street repaving

projects. Identified Eagan properties well suited for installing infiltration basins within

front yard rights-of-way and identified general watershed characteristics for infiltration

FRED J. ROZUMALSKI

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in order to locate BMPs. Worked closely with property owners. Each rainwater garden

was sized appropriately, installed within the street right-of-way using soil amendments

that increase infiltration. Designed to infiltrate the dirty “first-flush” of every rainfall

and to be aesthetically appealing through the use of vibrant, colorful plantings.

Designing an innovative stormwater infiltration system along 54th Street in

Minneapolis, Minnesota, using pervious pavement and underground storage. Project

design accommodates bike path and has had notable success in tree establishment.

Performing retrofit design of a series of rainwater gardens on 50th Street in

Minneapolis, Minnesota, in conjunction with a street revitalization project.

Managing an alternative stormwater management plan for the City of Waconia,

Minnesota, through the Carver County Watershed Management Organization. Created

conceptual rainwater garden plans and other ecological alternatives to bring the

watershed closer to a natural hydrologic cycle.

Producing and conducting a two-day workshop for the Cumberland River Compact in

Nashville, Tennessee, in their “Thinking Outside the Box” workshop series. The

workshop presentations focused on watershed-wide solutions to stormwater volume

control through progressive techniques.

Designing an alternative stormwater management plan for Eastridge Community

Church in Duluth, Minnesota. Focused on using plants and soil to effectively manage

stormwater and create an inviting parking lot and entrance to the church.

Leading the team that designed a prototypic stormwater infiltration system within an

existing neighborhood in Burnsville, Minnesota. Seventeen rain gardens placed along

the street were designed to infiltrate stormwater running off the street and driveways.

Extensive monitoring shows the exceptional ability of these beautiful gardens to treat

stormwater.

Leading a team that master planned an alternative stormwater management and

landscape system for 7-Sigma Inc., a manufacturing company in Minneapolis,

Minnesota. Stormwater draining from parking lots, sidewalks, and roofs is routed to

beautifully planted infiltration basins or a cistern that stores water to irrigate dry

parking lot islands. The entry landscape gives the business a new image.

Serving as a consultant for the City of Minneapolis, Minnesota, to design a stormwater

wetland. Created a stormwater wetland system, along with an upland natural area and

trail within a residential neighborhood.

Education Master of Landscape Architecture (Ecology minor), University of Minnesota, 1992

Bachelor of Landscape Architecture, University of Minnesota, 1992

Bachelor of Horticulture Science, University of Minnesota, 1988

Registration Registered Landscape Architect (American Society of Landscape Architects)

ERIC B. HOLT

BS Landscape Architecture, Landscape Designer


Experience Eric has eight years of experience in landscape architecture and design, focused on

conceptual site design, integrated stormwater design, green infrastructure design and

planning, low-impact development, interpretive design and communication, planting

design, and graphic design. He is proficient in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch-Up,

and ArcGIS. At Barr, Eric has provided construction documentation, project management

assistance, and construction administration for the following projects:

Central Corridor Light Rail Transit green infrastructure practices, St. Paul, Minnesota

(innovative stormwater management design)

Maplewood Mall stormwater retrofit project (innovative stormwater, interpretive, and

site design)

The Interchange Project stormwater management planning and preliminary design,

Minneapolis, Minnesota (integrated stormwater management and site design)

Numerous City of Minneapolis street improvement projects utilizing innovative

stormwater systems and green infrastructure practices

Mississippi Watershed Management Organization headquarters, Minneapolis,

Minnesota (integrated stormwater and interpretive site design with river access)

College of Saint Benedict sustainable landscape master plan, St Joseph, Minnesota

(stakeholder participation facilitation, research, master planning, and project

implementation site design)

Prior and University Avenue development green infrastructure concept planning, St.

Paul, Minnesota (integrated site and stormwater design

College of Saint Benedict North Campus Entrance Renovation (street reconstruction,

pedestrian gateway plaza, and planting design)

Macalester College sustainable campus landscape master plan, St. Paul, Minnesota

(stakeholder participation facilitation, research, site planning, interpretive, and graphic

design)

Lockheed Martin corporate campus sustainable master plan, Eagan, Minnesota (site,

stormwater, planting, and interpretive design)

Northland College Dexter Library renovation, Ashland, Wisconsin (integrated site and

stormwater design)

Owatonna Country Club hole relocation (integrated site, stormwater, grading, and

planting design)

Interlachen Country Club maintenance facility, St. Louis Park, Minnesota (integrated

site, stormwater, and planting design)

In addition to Eric’s professional experience, he has gained experience in the design and

maintenance of urban and natural areas through internships, research, and other related

activities. Highlights of Eric’s experience include:

ERIC B. HOLT

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Providing community outreach and event planning to engage local citizens in the

municipal planning process for the City of Minneapolis Committee on Urban

Environment.

Providing community outreach and event planning to educate citizens on

environmental health issues within the industrial river corridor in northeast

Minneapolis as part of the Mississippi Corridor Neighborhood Coalition.

Leading the design and installation of the Solar Cultivator, Barr Engineering’s winning

entry into the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum’s juried sculpture exhibition

“Powerhouse Plants” in 2010.

Serving as a studio assistant for public art site installations for “River Awakenings:

Tulsa Sculpture in the Park” and “Spirit of St. Louis: Eades Bridge Soundstories.”

Serving as a research assistant to identify digitized land cover and land use patterns

for the Iowa State University Extension I-80 Corridor Project.

Serving as a research assistant for a digitized settlement and land use pattern study for

the Squaw Creek Watershed Project.

Providing public relations and interpretation as an assistant naturalist for the Marion

County Conservation Board.

Eric was also chosen as one of two students to design and build Iowa State University’s

“ISU Urban Design Studio: Rome” gallery exhibition.

Education BLA, Landscape Architecture, Iowa State University College of Design, 2005

CANDICE KANTOR

BS Civil Engineering, Water Resources


Experience Candice Kantor joined Barr in 2010 after earning a degree in civil engineering from

Michigan Technological University (MTU). At Barr, she specializes in using computer

programs to augment project work. Candice is proficient at using AutoCAD and AutoCAD

Civil 3D to produce project design documents and to assist in design development. She

uses HydroCAD and SHSAM modeling programs to aid in project design. Through GIS,

she performs watershed analyses to be used in modeling and creates supporting

documents and figures for project work. She uses GIS to determine inputs for the

hydrologic and hydraulic modeling program XP-SWMM, and uses XP-SWMM to assess

the functionality of storm sewer systems. Candice’s project experience at Barr includes:

Completing plans and specifications for rainwater gardens and stormwater planters

along the Central Corridor Light Rail Transit in St. Paul.

Performing construction observation on several projects including a Minneapolis

greenway, Maplewood Mall, and rainwater gardens and stormwater planters along the

Central Corridor Light Rail Transit in St. Paul.

Designing plans and specifications for converting a city street to a greenway in

Minneapolis. The project was designed to minimize neighborhood flooding and

improve water quality. The design included underground concrete storage boxes and

rainwater gardens.

Building and calibrating an XP-SWMM model for the Trout Brook Interceptor trunk

storm sewer system.

Assisting with plans and specifications for tree trench design at Maplewood Mall and

Payne/Maryland.

Completing plans and specifications for retrofitting rainwater gardens at the Midway

Target site.

Completing plans and specifications for stormwater best management practices

(BMPs) in the parking lot of a Minneapolis golf course.

Completing plans and specifications for a spent lime treatment system in Chanhassen.

Assisting with several stormwater BMP projects including a rainwater garden location

feasibility study, a phone campaign for a research initiative on BMP maintenance, and

quantity calculations and BMP placement for a street renovation.

Building an XP-SWMM model to represent pre- and post-project conditions at

Maplewood Mall and using the model in conjunction with monitoring data to assess

the effectiveness of the site BMPs.

Completing stormwater pond inventories and assessments for the cities of Northfield,

St. Louis Park, Eagan, Mounds View, and Hastings. Work included determining storage

capacity needs, comparing the desired storage volume to current capacity, and

identifying possible methods for improvement.

Completing design, plans, and specifications for stormwater pond improvement

projects in Eagan and Northfield.

CANDICE KANTOR

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Updating the City of Lilydale water resources management plan and assisting with

other city engineer tasks.

Education BS, Civil Engineering, Michigan Technological University, 2009

Affiliations Tau Beta Pi, National Engineering Honors Society

MICHAEL LAMB, AICP

Senior Planner


Experience Michael Lamb has over 25 years of leadership and experience in development,

management, and delivery of urban design and planning services in the Twin Cities and

throughout the upper Midwest to municipalities and other local units of government,

park boards, planning agencies, developers, and colleges and universities. He has led and

collaborated on significant planning and redevelopment efforts in the Twin Cities region

that have incorporated smart-growth, transit-oriented, and new-urban principles and

patterns. His experience at Barr includes:

College of St. Benedict sustainable landscape plan – St. Joseph, Minnesota

Target northern campus master plan – Brooklyn Park, Minnesota

Complete streets/place-making principles – Richfield, Minnesota

Ramsey-Washington Metro Watershed District watershed management plan update –

Ramsey County and Washington County, Minnesota

City of St. Louis Park environment and sustainability commission technical support –

St. Louis Park, Minnesota

City of South St. Paul levee extension plan – St. Paul, Minnesota

Michael’s prior project experience includes:

Greater Lowertown master plan – St. Paul, Minnesota

Complete streets/place-making principles – Richfield, Minnesota

GrandView development framework – Edina, Minnesota

Target northern campus master plan – Brooklyn Park, Minnesota

City comprehensive sustainability plan – Burnsville, Minnesota

Historic Millwork warehouse district master plan – Dubuque, Iowa

Greenbush Vilas Revitalization Strategy – Madison, Wisconsin

West Seventh Street redevelopment charrette – St. Paul, Minnesota

West Side Flats master plan – St. Paul, Minnesota

Hillcrest smart growth plan – St. Paul, Minnesota

Central Avenue small area plan and design guidelines – Minneapolis, Minnesota

Cedar Riverside small area plan – Minneapolis, Minnesota

Uptown small area plan – Minneapolis, Minnesota

Riverdale transit-oriented development design guidelines – Coon Rapids, Minnesota

Town Center master plan (Excelsior & Grand) – St. Louis Park, Minnesota

West End development master plan – St. Louis Park, Minnesota

Northeast diagonal transit-land use study – Ramsey and Hennepin Counties Regional

Rail Authority, Minnesota

University District Alliance community engagement – Minneapolis, Minnesota

Downtown riverfront plan – Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin

MICHAEL LAMB

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Design guidelines

Uptown small area plan development guidelines – Minneapolis, Minnesota

Cedar Riverside small area plan guidelines – Minneapolis, Minnesota

Mixed-use development ordinance – Arden Hills, Minnesota

Riverdale station TOD guidelines – Coon Rapids, Minnesota

Loring Hill form-based guidelines – Minneapolis, Minnesota

Midtown greenway land-use and development guidelines – Minneapolis, Minnesota

Corridor planning

Lowry Avenue corridor development plan – Minneapolis, Minnesota

Northstar commuter rail housing opportunities – Anoka County, Minnesota

Hiawatha Light Rail Transit station design – Minneapolis, Minnesota

Hiawatha Light Rail Transit community workshop – Minneapolis, Minnesota

Central Corridor Light Rail Transit Lexington station area plan – St. Paul, Minnesota

Central Corridor Light Rail Transit Snelling station area plan – St. Paul, Minnesota

Stoughton Road revitalization plan – Madison, Wisconsin

Uptown small area plan – Minneapolis, Minnesota

West Broadway corridor plan – Minneapolis, Minnesota

Central Avenue small area plan – Minneapolis, Minnesota

Marshall Street revitalization plan – Minneapolis, Minnesota

15th Avenue urban design study/plan – Minneapolis, Minnesota

Education Master of Architecture in Urban Design, University of Colorado, 1988

BA, Urban Studies, University of Alabama—Birmingham, 1984

Certifications American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP)

Congress for New Urbanism—Accredited (CNUa)

Form-Based Codes Institute (FBCI)

Affiliations American Planning Association

Congress for New Urbanism

JEFFREY WEISS, PE

Water Resources Engineer


Experience Jeff Weiss has over 10 years of experience in river hydraulics, stream classification,

monitoring, and restoration. His work has included stream restorations, one- and two-

dimensional hydraulic and hydrologic modeling, and projects involving a broad range of

water quality, stormwater runoff, and flood protection issues. Jeff has been trained in

Rosgen channel classification and restoration methods as well as natural channel design

and sediment transport computations. His experience includes:

Serving as lead designer to stabilize stream banks and create in-stream trout and

macroinvertebrate habitat on approximately 1.25 miles of Pine Creek near Rushford,

Minnesota. Worked with Trout Unlimited, NRCS, and landowners to discuss design

alternatives. Completed construction documents and assisted with permitting.

Serving as lead designer to stabilize stream banks, remove accumulated debris, and

create in-stream trout habitat on approximately 1 mile of Miller Creek in Duluth,

Minnesota, following the 2012 flood. Work included performing an initial assessment

of the stream after the flood, generating concept cost estimates, assisting the City of

Duluth with grant applications, completing stabilization and habitat design,

completing construction documents, and assisting with permitting.

Completing two-dimensional hydraulic modeling of the rock arches in a low-head dam

retrofit project in Hutchinson, Minnesota. The 2-D modeling was used to examine

boulder placement and alternatives to create a natural rapids appearance.

Developing a stream restoration plan for nearly 4.5 miles of Riley Creek for the Riley-

Purgatory-Bluff Creek Watershed District, including surveying essential stream

characteristics. Developed conceptual plans to stabilize eroding areas and applied

shear stress and stream power along all reaches of the creek to confirm problem areas

and identify future problem areas.

Serving as lead designer and project manager for stabilization tall bluffs along

approximately 3,000 feet of shoreline on Big Island on Lake Minnetonka.

Assisting in the design for stabilizing a degraded trout stream for Valley Branch

Watershed District in Afton, Minnesota. Post-construction monitoring showed a

significant increase in macroinvertebrate and trout populations.

Serving as lead designer and project manager for stabilizing Raleigh Creek in Oakdale

and Lake Elmo, Minnesota, for the Valley Branch Watershed District.

Serving as lead designer and project manager for stabilizing the 205th Street Channel

in Lakeville, Minnesota. The project transformed a degraded drainage way into a

stable channel and neighborhood amenity.

Serving as lead designer for the stabilization of 17 individual sites along Minnehaha

Creek in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Serving as city engineer for the City of Lilydale, Minnesota. Oversaw all aspects of the

city’s stormwater management and sanitary sewer operations.

Attending MnDNR stream restoration courses to learn and apply the Rosgen method

of stream assessment and restoration.

JEFFREY WEISS

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Conducting on-going geomorphological monitoring on O’Brien Creek for U.S. Steel in

Keewatin, Minnesota, to determine how dewatering activities are impacting the

stream.

Conducting ongoing geomorphological monitoring on two unnamed tributaries of the

Embarrass River near Biwabik, Minnesota, to determine how dewatering activities are

impacting the streams.

Education MS, Civil Engineering, University of Minnesota, 2004

BA, Biology and Mathematics, Luther College, 1998

Registration Professional Engineer: Minnesota


Attachment B: Project examples

resourceful. naturally.

Barr Engineering Co. www.barr.com

Stormwater planter at Oxford Street and University Avenue

green infrastructure along Green Line light rail corridor low-impact design treats stormwater

client


location

St. Paul, Minnesota

services provided:

development of stormwater

treatment concepts

site assessment

stormwater design package

bid documents and construction

administration

interpretive signage

Barr worked with the Capitol Region Watershed District, the City of St. Paul, and other consultants in a

two-phase project to develop low-impact stormwater treatment practices appropriate to the urban Green

Line (also referred to as the Central Corridor), which provides a light rail transit (LRT) link between the

cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul.

In the first phase of the project, Barr developed several concepts and assisted with development of a final

design that treats stormwater through underground infiltration trenches, incorporates an ambitious street

tree and stormwater treatment design, and improves the aesthetics of the transit corridor. We also

completed plans and specifications for construction of three stormwater planters that were installed along

the light rail corridor in 2011.

In the second phase, we assessed eight locations along the Green Line, considering their respective

suitability for infiltration/filtration practices. We selected five locations that were most feasible for

construction and maintenance and would best promote water quality, creativity, and education. We then

designed rain gardens and stormwater planters for these locations, incorporating public art where

possible. These 10 practices at five locations were completed in 2012.

Barr also developed graphical renderings for the four types of stormwater treatment practices (rain

gardens, stormwater planters, infiltration trenches and tree trenches). Interpretive signage was placed at

the practices at 22 locations along the Green Line to educate the public on the importance of water

quality and how the practices function. The interpretive signage was also translated into Hmong and

Spanish and placed on CRWD’s website. The translated signs can be accessed using the QR code found

on the signage placed along the Green Line.

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greenway design for stormwater treatment and flood mitigation

enhanced public space benefits residents and traveling public

client

City of Minneapolis

location

Minnesota

services provided:

stormwater treatment and filtration

for water quality improvement

flood mitigation

filtration basin installation

greenway design

grant assistance

The 50-acre North Minneapolis neighborhood surrounding Dowling and Penn Avenues has been plagued

with localized flooding during large rain events. Additionally, stormwater runoff from this neighborhood

was contributing to water quality problems in Crystal Lake.

Barr was hired by the City of Minneapolis to address both of these issues by creating a greenway on 37th

Avenue North. On the avenue, six city blocks of paved street were removed so that precast concrete boxes—

the largest 18 feet wide and 10 feet high—could be placed underground as flood storage detention cells.

Almost 1,400 lineal feet of underground boxes now protect homes from a 100-year flood event.

The project treats stormwater through biofiltration to remove phosphorus, debris, and sediment before

water reaches Crystal Lake, and also through sump catch basins and installation of SAFL Baffles to limit

scouring of material from the sumps, even during large storm events. The SAFL Baffle is a porous metal

sheet installed vertically into a sump catch basin to slow down water and prevent the re-suspension of

sediment that collects in the bottom of catch basins. This cost-effective device was designed at the

University of Minnesota by a team of researchers, including two current Barr employees.

On two blocks of the avenue, the road was narrowed to a single traffic lane with bike contraflow to further

slow traffic and increase pedestrian safety. Three blocks of the avenue were converted to a bike/pedestrian

path and greenway with no vehicle traffic. We worked with area residents to minimize impacts to the

avenue’s existing landscape, removing 28 trees but planting 64 new ones, and working to save mature

trees. Additional trees will increase rainwater interception and evapotranspiration as the trees mature.

Barr also helped the city secure approximately $950,000 in state funding for water-quality improvements

associated with the project. The completed greenway benefits residents and the traveling public by

reducing flooding, reducing impervious surfaces, improving water quality, and enhancing public space.

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streets reconstructed using living streets framework

pedestrian safety improved and stormwater pollution reduced

client

Ramsey-Washington Metro Watershed District

location


services provided:

stakeholder facilitation and education

developed living streets plan

construction plans and specifications

developed planting and stormwater

management plan

construction observation

A first of its kind in Minnesota, Barr designed

and oversaw implementation of an innovative

living street design for Maplewood’s

Bartelmy-Meyers street reconstruction project

for the Ramsey-Washington Metro Watershed

District. The design framework allows the city

of Maplewood to design street reconstruction

projects that can be implemented more

efficiently and at a lower long-term cost than

traditional roads, while also reducing

impervious surface and treating runoff.

We worked closely with city staff to educate residents about the value of the street changes, resulting in

half agreeing to have a rain garden on their property. The 7,000 feet of residential street included:

narrowing the street from 32 feet to 24 feet, reducing pavement by one acre

adding 1.5 miles of sidewalk on one side of the street

installing 32 new rain gardens throughout the neighborhood

planting 120 drought-tolerant street trees throughout the neighborhood

creating a regional infiltration basin as an attractive feature in the local neighborhood park

The rain gardens, trees, and infiltration basin will sequester 40 tons of CO2 [subscript the "2"] per year, as

well as filter and infiltrate 50 percent of the stormwater runoff.

The project supported in part by a $550,000 Clean Water Fund grant from the State of Minnesota and a

grant from Ramsey-Washington Metro Watershed District.

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Riverside Avenue stormwater

retrofits

client

City of Minneapolis

location

Minnesota

services provided:

stormwater management design

landscape architecture

construction plans and specifications

construction administration and

observation

The city of Minneapolis hired Barr to design

several linear stormwater best management

practices (BMPs) along Riverside Avenue in

conjunction with their street reconstruction

project, which added bike lanes, parking,

designated turn lanes, and center medians.

Because Riverside is a very urban street with limited space, Barr worked around common obstacles—

power poles, underground utilities, and sidewalks—to identify the three most viable sites for the BMPs.

The first location was at the intersection of Riverside Avenue and 8th Street where Riverside crossed at an

angle, resulting in an awkward intersection and an unbuildable triangular piece of property. The

intersection was redesigned to realign 8th Street through the unused triangular property to create a

standard perpendicular intersection. Bisecting the property allowed for the creation of two BMPs on either

side of 8th Street. On one side, we designed a stormwater infiltration basin with a curved concrete

retaining wall and railing. Trees and grasses were planted at the bottom while shrubs on the side slopes

frame the basin. On the opposite side of 8th Street, we created a plaza with permeable pavers over a

stormwater tree trench system (modified Swedish tree trenches) consisting of layers of crushed stone and

soil to provide stormwater storage and growing media for the trees. BMPs on both sides of 8th Street are

connected with an equalizer pipe. A stone sitting bench completes the pedestrian-friendly plaza. The 8th

Street BMPs are expected to capture and treat 0.5 inches of runoff from 2.2 acres of tributary area.

Barr then designed two BMPs to fit within the city’s right of way on Riverside Avenue proper. A swale was

added between the curb and the sidewalk in front of Augsburg College between 21st and 22nd street.

The custom sump catch basin structures divert water from the gutter to the swale, where trees are

planted. Water infiltrates into several layers of crushed rock beneath the swale before finally infiltrating

into the subsoil. The combination functions like a tree trench to capture 0.3 inches of stormwater runoff

from half of Riverside Avenue.

A stormwater infiltration basin (above) and a permeable

paver plaza (below) constructed at the intersection of

Riverside Avenue and 8th Street

Riverside Avenue stormwater retrofits,

continued

The other BMP was designed for placement under the sidewalk between 20th and 21st street. A standard

city sump catch basin drains 0.8 inches of runoff from half the street into a sand filter box that, in turn,

drains into a trench with crushed rock. The sand filter provides pretreatment of stormwater flows,

extending the life of the BMP, and is easily accessible from the surface for maintenance.

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Fish Creek Ravine restoration

client

Ramsey-Washington Metro Watershed District

location


services provided:

conceptual planning

design development

plans and specifications

bid administration

construction observation

The Fish Creek Ravine incurred severe erosion following a 500-year rainfall event in October 2005. The

ravine had a system of earthen berms and inlets to a large subsurface storm sewer pipe that helped

convey flood flows. The system failed due to intense rainfall runoff, fallen leaves in the creek which may

have clogged pipe inlets, and a large amount of overland runoff from nearby Interstate 494.

Barr worked with the watershed district to improve the stormwater design and to repair damage to the

creek. The earthen berms were eliminated and the storm sewer pipe was extended approximately 600 feet

and connected to an existing culvert in Interstate 494. The connection serves as a high-efficiency hydraulic

diversion structure that routes more flood flow into the large pipe running beneath the creek. The

diversion structure is also more resistant to clogging. Large boulders were used to construct “cross-vanes”

which function as grade control in the channel. The boulders were covered with smaller rock material so

they appear to be riffle sections. Stone toe protection was used along much of the length of the channel,

and the banks were graded and revegetated. Approximately 1,700 tons of rock (gravel, field stone

cobbles, and boulders) were used in the project.

Barr was responsible for developing detailed plans and specifications, bid administration and construction

management. Construction was completed in fall 2006.

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Proposal for the Eustis Street Stormwater Improvement Study

Emmons & Olivier Resources, Inc. for the Capitol Region Watershed District

07.11.2014

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Cover ImagesLeft Image: Corner detail of concrete swale - Eustis Street

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Emmons & Olivier Resources, Inc. 651 Hale Ave N Oakdale, MN 55128 T/ 651.770.8448 F/ 651.770.2552 www.eorinc.com

July 11, 2014


Attn: Anna Eleria

1410 Energy Park Drive Suite 4

St. Paul, MN 55108

Subject: Eustis Street Stormwater Improvement Feasibility Study

Dear Anna:

We are pleased to submit the attached proposal for the Eustis Street Stormwater Improvement

Feasibility Study. The requirements and purpose of this project align extremely well with EOR’s

experience (see Project Examples) and philosophy.

We have chosen our finest team for this effort and have assigned Brad Aldrich, ASLA, LEED AP

BD+C as Project Manager and main contributor. Brad has 13 years of experience in urban waterscapes

and green infrastructure design and construction in unique settings. Brad also has an inherent ability to

improve stakeholder’s understandings of BMP alternatives through renderings. Derek Lash P.E.,

CPESC, will be working cooperatively with Brad providing engineering, cost estimates and BMP

modeling assistance. I will be providing technical input and overall project quality control.

In September of 1997, Jason Naber (EOR) and I developed the first comprehensive Surfacewater

Management Plan for the City of Lauderdale (see Approach section). 17 years ago this Plan was

innovative in that it identified potential BMP improvements in the proposed project area to be done

concurrently with the Eustis Street upgrade. Therefore, our Team has a preceding in-depth knowledge

of this local drainage system and the quality/quantity issues and limitations to be considered as part of

this study.

Thank you for the opportunity to present this proposal. We look forward to working with you on this

project. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call Brad or myself.

Sincerely,

Cecilio Olivier P.E., MS

COO

CRWD – Eustis St. Proposal

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I N T RO D U C TI ON : F i r m Pr o f i l e

Emmons & Olivier Resources, Inc. (EOR)

Is a collaborative group of environmental and design professionals

passionate about protecting our waters, restoring healthy ecosystems,

and enhancing our community's unique sense of place. We are an

employee owned, multi-disciplinary water resource-based firm that

specializes in:

water-resources engineering, watershed planning,

and modeling

environmental compliance, biological surveying,

and restoration

sustainable site design, planning, and landscape architecture

Approach

At EOR, scientific study and design are inherently intertwined in the

pursuit of sustainability. The analytical and creative richness of our

solutions derives from this characteristic integration and results in the

highest social, environmental, and economic returns for our clients.

Mission + Values

we care for the earth and its inhabitants

we collaborate with environmentally conscious customers

we attract passionate, creative professionals

we work in an aspiring and healthy environment

we foster a culture of ownership

we support the communities we serve

policy and ordinance development

we believe now is the time to act

Select Awards

2012 MN-ASLA Communication Award

2011 MN-ASLA Landscape Architect Award

2010 MN-ACEC Consulting Award

2010 WI-ASLA Landscape Architect Award

2010 Environmental Initiative Award

2010 MN-ACEC Water Resources Award

2008 MAWD Watershed Project of the Year

2006 Environmental Award of Excellence

2006 #1 Nationally Ranked Stormwater Manual

2004 MAWD Watershed Project of the Year

Team Credentials

32 Professionals

7 Professional Engineers

1 Professional Hydrogeologist

2 Registered

Landscape Architects

1 Registered Architect

1 Professional Land Surveyor

3 Certified Erosion/

Sediment Control Specialists

7 LEED APs

12 Professionals with

Master degrees or higher


10-19 years of experience


over 20 years of experience



Project Understanding & Approach

The Eustis Street Improvement project (mill and overlay and sidewalk

construction) is a unique opportunity to incorporate stormwater BMPs

and/or green infrastructure practices along Eustis Street, south of

Idaho Avenue

In September of 1997, members of our Team developed the first

comprehensive Surfacewater Management Plan for the City of

Lauderdale. This 17-year old Plan already identified drainage and

water quality issues in the area proposed for this study. The Plan also

proposed potential capacity and infrastructure BMPs improvements

for the project area. Therefore, our Team has a unique direct

knowledge of the stormwater quantity/quality issues and limitations

that will be part of this study.

A key component for the adequate design of BMPs at Eustis Street

and along the east-west concrete swale is Water Quantity. This area

experiences high velocities associated with high flows and steep

slopes. The drainage to the existing 24” and 36” RCPs (twin inlet

pipes) includes about 60 acres from Lauderdale and about 100 acres

from Falcon Heights (including significant Larpenteur Avenue

drainage). Runoff from the twin inlet is carried south to the St.

Anthony Tunnel and eventually to the 280 drainage system to Bridal

Veil Creek. Most of the runoff from Falcon Heights and the St.

Anthony District in Lauderdale goes through a system of ponds

(Gasperre, Brandy Chase and Seminar: see page 4 for map) that

reduce peaks into the east-west concrete swale. Still, flows and erosive

velocities need to be heavily weighed when proposing green

infrastructure alternatives.

The 1997 Plan also proposed a number of cost-effective runoff peak

reduction and water quality improvements in the areas immediately

upstream of the Project Area (i.e. skimmers and water level control

boards at the Gasperre and Seminary ponds). We will explore

recommendations for simple upstream retrofits to reduce peaks and

improve the quality of the runoff reaching the Project Area.

Our solutions will be grounded in this deep understanding of the site

and will maximize the Stormwater treatment cost/ benefits, as well as

numerous other stacked functions that positively add to the

Community, environment, and economy. The project area currently

adds little to the surrounding Community. Highly visible, it has the

potential to make a positive impact to the City of Lauderdale

aesthetically and environmentally, while adding to the site’s sense of

place.

A creative approach is required to address the numerous issues present

at this unique site. Typical approaches and standard road and ditch

cross sections will not succeed. A varied skill set and understanding

of cutting edge green infrastructure, principles of urban stream

hydrology, and the role of urban landscape design will be applied to

create positive solutions. Our team has these qualities and

experience.



Key Project Team Members

Brad Aldrich, RLA, LEED AP BD+C

Role: Project Manager & LA components of BMPs & concept design rendering

Availability August to December: 50%

Brad has 13 years of experience as a landscape architect creating sustainable and responsible site design solutions.

Brad has been involved on stormwater volume control projects and BMP design that range in scale and scope from

small community, to larger, urban sited projects. Brad’s green infrastructure projects typically integrate different

community groups and have a strong aesthetic component. Examples of Brad’s related experience include:

Syndicate Raingarden (part of CCLRT BMPs) - CRWD

Tree Trenches for “Green Streets” – CRWD

Arlington-Pascal Stormwater Improvements – CRWD

Main Street Stormwater BMPs – SRRWD

Target Parking Lot Green Infrastructure Retrofit – City of Forest Lake

The Rose Sustainable Affordable Housing Development – City of Minneapolis

(tree trench, interactive rain gardens, water reuse- community garden, sculptural water element)

Kingsfield BMPs – Kingsfield Neighborhood Association

Victoria Park Stormwater Master Plan – City of St. Paul

Derek Lash, PE, CPESC

Role: Engineering BMP design, water quality modeling, & BMPs cost


Derek has 17 years of experience in the modeling, design, management and implementation of stormwater management

projects. Areas of expertise include: Low Impact Design (LID) techniques, Green Infrastructure methods, and volume

control BMPs. Derek’s background in geotechnical engineering, erosion & sediment control, BMP construction, and

vegetation establishment are key for this study. Examples of Derek’s related experience include:

Expansion Boulevard Road BMPs Improvements - City of Storm Lake, Iowa

(volume control/detention/flood mitigation, stormwater wetlands, biofiltration/bioswales)

Park Avenue Surfacewater BMPs – City of Burnsville

Manitou Island Green Streets – Manitou Island Association

Cleary Lake Regional Park – Scott County WMO

(iron-sand filter, stormwater wetland/ floodplain, interactive/educational rain garden)

Cecilio Olivier, PE, MS

Role: QA/QC


Cecilio has 28 years of experience in water resource engineering with

emphasis on integrated watershed management. H/H modeling, and BMP

design. Cecilio has prepared and/or supervised the design of more than: 40

raingardens, 30 bio-filtration / wetland creation projects and multiple other

BMPs. Other practices designed or supervised by Cecilio include:

infiltration tubes, boulevard pavers (and pervious pavements), tree trenches,

and iron enhanced filtration. Some examples of Cecilio’s related experience

include:

1997 Lauderdale Surface Water Mgmt. Plan - City of Lauderdale

Arlington-Pascal Stormwater Improvements - CRWD

CCLRT Stormwater BMPs – CRWD

Manitou Island Green Streets – Manitou Island Association



Task 1: Data Collection & Review

EOR will collect all available data for the project area. We will

work with CRWD, City of Lauderdale, and Ramsey County to

obtain all existing technical and land use data and information for

the site. Our past experience with the City will expedite this

process and investigation. Additionally, we will look for

additional data that may highlight the site’s place in the

Community and how the site can help create stronger connections

for the City and County, while addressing Stormwater volume and

quality issues. Additional investigation may include:

Pedestrian Traffic & Transit - appears to be significant

bus and pedestrian traffic on Eustis.

Natural Resources – Prior to 280 construction the area’s

natural resources were a recreational amenity (Bridal

Veil Creek used to connect wetlands in the area to

Mississippi). MWMO has completed studies in this area

investigating how to bring Bridal Veil Creek back that

may be of value in this project.

Based on this, we will identify any data gaps and determine the

most appropriate method for obtaining remaining data. All data

will be gathered prior to conducting field work.

Data collection and review will be completed in early August.

Task 2: Field Work

We will work with CRWD and the site owner to conduct field

work. Again, our Team’s historical knowledge of the site’s utilities

and issues will be an excellent starting point for this work. We

will verify utilities and collect any necessary data to complete our

work including:

Soils – collect a minimum of 3 soil borings across the 2

ditch areas. We may recommend increasing the quantity

of borings for better coverage across the two sites. Soil

type, hydrologic function, and environmental screening

will be investigated at a minimum.

Survey – a quick, thorough site survey will supplement

any materials collected and fill in data gaps to ensure all

appropriate data is obtained for concept development.

This information will be used as basis for concept

renderings.

Utilities – a locate will be ordered to supplement utility

analysis. A visual assessment of utilities and maintenance

needs will also be conducted on site.

Tree investigation - Size, health, and overall value will be

collected.

Pedestrian & Traffic issues – observations of pedestrian

routes and potential traffic conflicts and issues will be

examined and informal interviews with site users will be

conducted on site.

Field work and site visit will be completed in late August.

1997 Lauderdale

SWMP Map



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Task 3: Preliminary Conceptual Designs

This project is not a typical County road project that will be solved

with typical road cross sections and replicable raingardens.

Creative, unique solutions to address multiple issues will be

required. The ditches are extremely flashy, transport large

volumes of water (and sediment), flood adjacent areas regularly,

provide little water quality benefits, are an eyesore to the

community, and create barriers to safe pedestrian travel. EOR has

a strong history of providing unique solutions to address specific,

complex problems. Our design philosophy maximizes the stacked

functions of innovative green infrastructure and emphasizes

sustainability as a benefit for all stakeholders. A major

component of sustainability is longevity and maintenance

operations, and these components are ingrained in our design

philosophy and critical to include at this early stage. Our strong

experience with urban stream design will provide another tool as

these ditches share many characteristics with flashy urban

streams that are constrained with infrastructure.

Interestingly, this site was identified in a study by the MWMO as

having strong potential for restoring the historic Bridal Veil Creek.

While a stream restoration is beyond the scope of this project,

aspects of this approach may benefit the site from a functional,

aesthetic, and historic perspective.

Additionally, we will provide a preliminary analysis of stormwater

treatment, projected construction and engineering costs, and

maintenance needs for each option. We recommend using

WinSLAMM for the initial BMP performance analysis, and

summarizing the cost per pounds of P and TSS treated for each

option. Our results will be summarized in an easily readable

matrix allowing quick comparisons between options.

EOR will provide 2 concept designs for the swale area on Eustis,

and 2 concepts for the east-west swale on 1598 Eustis. We will

provide a minimum of 1 colored rendering of each concept to

effectively communicate designs to the stakeholder group.

Preliminary Conceptual Designs will be completed in September with a stakeholder group meeting in late September.

Task 4: Final Conceptual Designs

Responding to stakeholder feedback and input, EOR will prepare a

draft and technical memorandum that includes the final design

selected for each swale (2 total). BMP performance and costs will

be revised and minor edits to renderings will be included. The

report will serve as a foundation for final design and engineering

and we will attempt to make all of our renderings digital, with the

ability to be easily imported into CAD or GIS for final design.



Additionally, because of our experience with the project site, we

will provide brief suggestions for additional improvements to

contributing ponds, wetlands, and BMP’s that will further protect

and maximize benefit of the project.

Final Conceptual Designs will be completed in November with a review meeting with the stakeholder group in late November to early December.

Task 5: Project Coordination & Meetings

EOR will assist the CRWD in organizing and facilitating 5 meetings

outlined in the proposal, including recording meeting minutes and

feedback to Concept Design presentation.

Project Coordination and meetings will occur on a timeline and

schedule that is coordinated with CRWD and stakeholders, but we

have identified general time frames below. Additionally, we

propose to add an additional meeting (highlighted below) that

does not add to project costs by offering to meet stakeholders on-

site during our site visit investigation. This on-site meeting will

provide highly productive opportunities to garner valuable

feedback from stakeholders on the issues, opportunities, and

constraints of the site, while allowing everyone to visualize (to be

on the same page).

Kickoff Meeting – gather data, goals, and expectations

from all stakeholders – Early/ Mid August

On-Site Meeting – stakeholder tour of site concurrent

with EOR’s more in-depth site investigation – Mid/ Late

August

Preliminary Concept Review – present and gather

feedback – Late September

Final Concept Review – present and discuss next steps –

Late November

Presentation to District 6, CRWD CAC and/or Board – Mid

December

Presentation to City of Lauderdale and Ramsey County –

Mid December



NAME: Brad Aldrich Derek Lash

Cecilio Olivier

Etoile Jensen

Technical Support

STAFF HOURS &

COST

EXPENSES

Mileage, Soil Borings, etc.

TOTAL

PROJECT COST

BILLING

CATEGORY: Professional 3 Professional 3

Principal Partner

Technician 3 Technician 2

HOURLY RATE: $137 $137 $184 $91 $78

HRS. COST HRS. COST HRS. COST HRS. COST HRS. COST HRS. COST

Task 1 Data Collection and Review 4 $548 2 $274 1 $184 4 $364 8 $624 19 $1,994 $20 $2,014

Task 2 Field Work 8 $1,096 4 $548 2 $368 6 $468 20 $2,480 *$2,080 $4,560

Task 3 Preliminary Conceptual Designs 56 $7,672 30 $4,110 8 $1,472 2 $182 24 $1,872 120 $15,308 $100 $15,408

Task 4 Final Conceptual Designs 20 $2,740 6 $822 2 $368 8 $624 36 $4,554 $30 $4,584

Task 5 Project Coordination and Meetings 24 $3,288 16 $2,192 8 $1,472 2 $182 12 $936 62 $8,070 $250 $8,320

PROJECT TOTALS 112 $15,344 58 $7,946 21 $3,864 8 $728 58 $4,524 257 $32,406 $2,480 $34,886

* $2,000 included for 3 soil borings @ an average of 8' depth - including soil type, hydrological analysis, and environmental screening. Additional borings will increase this fee estimate.

Existing Street Stormwater Improvement Feasibility Study – Budget



Similar Project Experience

CVC LID Construction & Field Guide

Client: Credit Valley Conservation Authority (CVC)

Low Impact Development (LID) is a relatively new form of

stormwater management & urban design for Ontario where many

engineers and contractors are unfamiliar with how to properly

construct these systems. For this reason, the Credit Valley

Conservation Authority (CVC) teamed up with EOR to develop a

Designer’s Guide for Low Impact Development Construction & the

Contractor’s and Inspector’s Guide for LID for the greater Toronto

region. The Designer’s Guide alerts engineers of common LID

failures for all phases of construction & how to avoid them

through specifications guidance. The accompanying C&I Guide is

developed as a practical field guide with guidance primarily

delivered through graphics and photographs illustrating both the

DOs & DON’Ts of LID construction techniques.

Tree Trenches for ‘Green Streets’

Client: Capitol Region Watershed District

EOR worked with CRWD and the City of St. Paul on designing six

innovative tree trenches for the boulevards of a traditional St.

Paul neighborhood. In addition to visually redefining the

residential boulevard, the tree trenches will provide a key role in

stormwater management. The trenches allow for stormwater

storage below the boulevard to be used by the boulevard’s trees

for infiltration and uptake - creating a multi-functional green

infrastructure facility. This approach allows for the look of

traditional neighborhood elements such as boulevards and curbs

to remain unchanged from a pedestrian and homeowner

perspective, yet functionally - runoff from the street, sidewalk,

and some residential lots will now be treated closer to the source.

Arlington-Pascal Stormwater Improvements

Client: Capitol Region Watershed District

The project was to meet the Como Lake Strategic Management

Plan’s objective of improving water quality by reducing

phosphorus inputs, while eliminating residential flooding. EOR

completed a detailed study of the sub-watersheds through a series

of sophisticated engineering models that included both an

extensive hydrologic/hydraulic evaluation and the modeling of

existing & proposed conditions using XP-SWMM, while P8 was

used to model water quality. Main project components included:

8 raingardens & 8 under road, infiltration trenches

largest underground storage facility in MN during installment

regional stormwater pond/ infiltration basin

municipal stormdrain improvements



CCLRT Stormwater BMP Design

Client: Capitol Region Watershed

Limitations of the tight Right-of-Way along University Ave., and

the demands of numerous traffic, utility, and circulation issues

made stormwater management within the corridor extremely

challenging. EOR was instrumental in identifying Best

Management Practices such as linear tree trenches that would

treat stormwater runoff and improve streetscape aesthetics, as

well as contribute additional environmental benefits to the urban

corridor. EOR was also involved in the design of stormwater BMPs

in the areas adjacent to the CCLRT alignment that engaged project

designers, city staff, and the general public.

Kingfield Stormwater Improvements

Client: Kingfield Neighborhood Assoc. &

the Mississippi Watershed Mgmt. Organization

In 2005, Minneapolis began charging for stormwater utility

services based on the amount of impervious surface on each

property. The Kingfield Neighborhood Association wanted to

install stormwater mgmt. techniques that would serve as

examples of sustainable design and provide utility credits to

lower owner’s bills. EOR provided concept designs for a couple of

sites. Two projects were constructed including an entirely

impervious restaurant site and a residence that was contributing

excessive runoff. The design of the restaurant site centered

around the creation of a porous paver patio and a raingarden to

capture and infiltrate nearly all the runoff of the building, patio,

and parking lot area.

Main Street Stormwater BMPs

Client: Shell Rock River Watershed District

The Watershed District and Albert Lea wanted stormwater BMPs

that would provide flood relief, improve the water quality and

provide a demonstration site of stormwater BMPs. EOR’s design

was informed by stormwater management and natural

restoration principles. Key park elements included: a new linear

wetland for treating stormwater, raingardens, porous pavements,

and vegetative swales. A wetland restoration and multi-functional

plantings were used in providing habitat for migratory birds,

pollinators, and reptiles, in addition to providing a beautiful

landscape on a major city street that will serve as a major civic

amenity.


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Park Avenue Stormwater Improvements

Client: City of Burnsville, MN

This project was guided by the City’s Water Resources Mgmt. Plan

and the 2005 Alimagnet Lake - Lake Mgmt. Plan which identified

Park Ave. and adjacent areas as one of the largest phosphorous

contributors to impaired Alimagnet Lake. To address water clarity

concerns & reduce algal blooms, a phosphorus reduction of 59

ppb was identified. EOR analyzed stormwater retrofit sites within

the confines of street and boulevard right-of-ways that would

integrate with street reconstruction. EOR completed full

construction documents for multiple options, including a

subsurface iron-sand filter/ infiltration system. The constructed

option will infiltrate approximately 2,000,000 gal. of water,

remove 6 lbs. of phosphorous & eliminate 2,000 lbs. of TSS

annually.

Manitou Island Green Streets

Client: Manitou Island Association

Reconstructed in 1972, Manitou Island’s main road was in poor

condition and the stormsewer system, which drained directly to

the lake, was in disrepair. The Association wanted to protect the

lake’s water quality while creating a safer road that would still

retain the character of the area while enhancing the aesthetics of

the island’s common areas. Stormsewers were reused if possible

and new pipes used elsewhere. To aid in stormwater filtration

and overload runoff routing, 3 linear raingardens were located in

the common areas where the stormwater was directed through a

series of catch basins, stormsewer piping, and vegetated swales.

Central High School Landscape Improvement

Plan

Client: Capitol Region Watershed

Central High School’s campus landscape is stark, intimidating, and

environmentally neglectful. A group of active parents and CRWD

have teamed up to address the environmental issues and create a

landscape that is reflective of the excellent academic and after

school programs within the building. EOR is creating a master

plan for the site that treats significant amounts of Stormwater,

provides an artistic and inspiring landscape to engage students,

solves numerous maintenance, safety, and circulation issues, and

creates a rich public space that greatly adds to the fabric of the

school and surrounding neighborhood.



APPENDIX A:FEATURED RÉSUMÉS

Hamline Ave. Trench/Raingarden




Project Experience Sustainable Landscape Architecture + Design: Provided full service landscape architecture for several corporate campuses, private businesses, and various public projects. Involved in designing low impact developments projects that range in scope from commercial, institutional, and residential projects. Perform economical evaluations comparing environmental aspects of traditional development patterns with low impact design alternatives. Participate in a multi-disciplinary charettes and competitions to demonstrate how low impact best management practices can integrate with larger re-development programs in the urban fabric.

Central High School Stormwater Improvements and Landscape Master PlanSt. Paul, MN. Project Manager.Designing stormwater improvements for urban high school. Conducted site analysis of this high pedestrian traffic area, accompanied by steep slopes, minimal vegetation, & significant impervious surfaces that were creating erosion & sediment concerns. Designed a network of green infrastructure practices to clean stormwater, beautify the landscape, and created outdoor social spaces for students and faculty.

Central Corridor Light Rail Stormwater ImprovementsSt. Paul. MN. Landscape Architect.Collaborated with a consulting team to assess the 8-mile corridor for opportunities to incorporate stormwater management. This assessment primarily focused on volume control and innovative stormwater BMPs such as boulevard pavers, tree trenches, stormwater planters, raingardens and under-roadway infiltration trenches. The assessment ultimately guided the project owner’s (Metropolitan Council) selection of stormwater management tools and also led the watershed district into a separate CIP project expanding stormwater management.

Pat’s Tap Gastro Pub (renovation)Minneapolis. MN Project Landscape Architect. Designed site to met requirements of both quantity & quality credits of LEED. Site incorporates a number of green elements including: tree trench patio, bioretention facilities, water harvesting reuse, and a landscape plan that incorporates elements of permaculture - growing food and herbs for use in the restaurant.Covington at Norman Pointe (new construction)Bloomington, MN. Project Landscape Architect.Design landscape plan for upscale apartments. Plan includes a 30,0000 s.f. green roof courtyard (swimming pool, recreation lawn, & patios) that is integrated with runoff thereby eliminating potable water use for irrigation. Landscape plan also provides tree preservation required for environmental protection of the surrounding site.

South Quarter Redevelopment (new construction)Minneapolis MN. Project Landscape Architect.Design of landscape plan for a private courtyard situated between two residential apartment buildings. Courtyard design includes: bio-retention cells, intensive green roof, underground infiltration, urban agriculture, water harvesting & reuse, and sustainability education.

Brad AldrichASLA, LEED AP BD+C

Landscape Architect

Brad has 13 years of experience as a landscape architect creating sustainable and responsible site design solutions for a variety of projects.

Brad specializes in integrating cultural and natural systems with environs that enhance water and natural resources. He is also interested in implementing, studying, and educating various groups on the benefits of incorporating low impact design solutions.

Brad has been involved on projects that range in scale and scope from small, intensive infiltration community rain garden designs to larger, urban sited projects which have integrated several community groups, multiple trail systems, and a variety of different natural habitat conditions.Education2000 Bachelor of Environmental Design

Minor in Urban Studies, University of Minnesota

2004 Master of Landscape Architecture University of Minnesota

Professional Registration#45630 MN Reg. Landscape Architect

LEED® Accredited Professional

Professional Affiliations American Society of Landscape ArchitectsAwards2012 MN-ASLA Visual Communication

Award for CVC LID Manual2011 MN-ASLA Design Award for

Amery Regional Medical Center2010 WI-ASLA Design Award for

Amery Regional Medical Center2004 ASLA Special Commendation,

Student Design Areas of Expertise

Ecologically Site Design Park and Trail Master Planning Low Impact, Traditional

Neighborhood and New Urban Development Design

Graphic Design + Representation

West Side Flats Master PlanSt. Paul MN. Team Landscape Architect.Team member contributing to the design, master planning, and development guidelines for the largest area of urban land on the Upper Mississippi River. Planning for the 40-acre site focuses on urban design and land-use, stormwater management, sanitary sewer development, and expansion area planning.Carlson Plaza Green Improvement - Schematic DesignU of M, West Bank Campus. Project Landscape Architect. Evaluated existing deteriorating conditions, performed risk assessment & made repair recommendations. Provided schematic design recommendation for the incorporation of sustainable and green infrastructural elements. Design recommendations included native plantings,green roof, bio-retention areas for stormwater management, and alternative snow management strategies.Regional Sustainability PlanSt. Cloud Greater Metro Area, MN. Team MemberDeveloped a sustainability plan for St. Cloud and its surrounding communities. Led sections that dealt with healthy landscapes, natural resources, Mississippi River conservation, and protecting drinking and surface water quality. Responsible for collecting public input in workshops, research, and drafting sections of Sustainability Plan.Amery Regional Medical CenterAmery, WI. Project Landscape Architect. Worked with engineers and architects to integrate stormwater treatment into site plan. Designed trail system and overlook along the Apple River accessible to patients, hospital workers and the surrounding community. Developed a multi-functional native planting plan that builds on the ecological significance of the adjacent river corridor, becomes a critical component of the stormwater mgmt. system & creates a rich environmental aesthetic for the medical campus.Large Mixed-Use Development Management PlanArgenta Hills-Inver Grove Heights, MN. Proj. Landscape Architect. This on-going project involves the site design for a 135-acre low impact development mixed commercial and residential development site to meet the stringent volume control standards. The stormwater management practices developed for the site include infiltration basins, infiltration trenches, rain gardens, vegetated swales, permeable pavements, and subsurface infiltration practices.

Library Lake RestorationCumberland, WI. Project Landscape Architect. Designed master plan integrating streetscape improvements with trails, lake access, stormwater enhancements, and habitat restoration. An extensive boardwalk will provide a link between lake residents and the commercial zone of Cumberland, while also providing environmental benefits that protect a rare ecosystem and provide educational opportunities. Developed master plan graphics to communicate the design with WiDNR, City of Cumberland officials, and the public.

Manitou Island Stormwater and Landscape ImprovementsWhite Bear Lake, MN. Project Landscape Architect. Designed stormwater facilities and landscape elements that provide functional, environmental, and aesthetic benefits for an upscale residential community. Three large scale raingardens treat stormwater from the neighborhood before delivering water into White Bear Lake. These landscape features provide year round aesthetic interest in highly visible public areas of the development. Native species will lower maintenance needs & reinforce the island’s rural character.

Harriet Island Renovation St. Paul, MN. Project Landscape Architect. Designed the 1.6 million dollar Mississippi River waterfront renovation of one of St. Paul’s first parks. EOR modernized trail and utility infrastructure, stabilized the degraded shoreline, intertwined sustainable and restorative elements, and reconnected this historic park to the river. Landscape design utilizes native species to minimize maintenance and irrigation while providing habitat and aesthetic interest throughout the park renovation.

Mill Park Little Falls, MN. Project Landscape Architect.Design and graphic production for a park mater plan for the Hennepin Paper Complex, a historic, contaminated and ecologically sensitive parcel along the Mississippi River. Designed a plan that garnered the necessary buy-in from multiple opposing interests groups and stakeholders.

1st Presbyterian Church Site Improvement PlanStillwater, MN. Project Landscape Architect.Provided schematic design and graphics for a sustainable site and stormwater retrofit for a large church complex. Design included unique site features such as a porous paver promenade and large scale bioretention facilities that

Brad Aldrich, Landscape Architect

Sustainable Landscape Architecture + Design - Cont.


will help physically and visually link the landscape and parking areas to gathering areas inside the building. The site design’s strong aesthetic language and environmental stewardship will help identify the congregation and its mission within the community.

Low Impact Development (LID) ProjectLakeville, MN. Project Landscape Architect. Designed low impact development scenarios using innovative stormwater management techniques across a variety of land uses and collaborated with stormwater modelers to maximize stormwater management systems. Performed quantity take-offs and cost estimates for cost comparison study and also produced graphics for non-technical audience illustrating the different development scenarios.

Bruce Vento Nature Sanctuary Gateway Corridor PlanSt. Paul, MN. Project Landscape Architect. Designed entry to the nature sanctuary and integrated multiple transportation modes into a small space thereby engaging a previously abandoned site. Also worked with neighborhood residents, community groups, City of St. Paul Parks & Recreation, and the national audubon society to create a shared future vision for the park and sited a potential interpretive center that would transition from the street and trailhead into the nature sanctuary.

Economic Development Land Study ReportMnDNR State Trust Fund Land. Project Team Member. Analyzed various land parcels held by the MnDNR and provided concept scenarios which would maximize revenue. Also designed master site plans for residential, commercial, and resort land uses that integrated innovative stormwater management and sustainable design principles. Concluded the study in a technical report which was used to educated MnDNR staff, from several departments, about the concepts of low impact and conservation design.

Urban Park DesignCity of Maple Grove, MN. Team Landscape Design Member.Assisted in the landscape design, planning, and development of over $3 million in parks and trails creation and improvements for the cities park system.

Mainstreet Stormwater Celebration ParkAlbert Lea, MN. Lead Designer and Landscape Architect.Developing a once flood prone hazardous area into a unique park. The park will restore native ecosystems and hydrology, create a powerful visual entrance into the city, provide stormwater education and interpretation, and integrate passive recreation opportunities. Project brought together the Watershed District, City, local residents, and contractors to achieve numerous benefits and differing goals for the site.

CaptionMAX - LEED Landscape for Small BusinessMinneapolis, MN. Project Landscape Architect.Designed the sustainable site, landscape, and stormwater elements of a commercial building renovation pursuing LEED accreditation. River Valley Athletic Club Green Roof DesignStillwater, MN. Lead Designer.Designed green roof on a new addition to facilitate compliance with municipal impervious surface and open space requirements.

Stormwater ManagementPerform concept design, grading, construction documentation, and planting plans for a variety of bioretention facilities for both new construction developments and retrofit applications.

Kingsfield Stormwater ImprovementsKingfield Neighborhood, Minneapolis. Project Team Member. Designed a restaurant site that captures and infiltrates all runoff produced by a one year event. Integrated porous paving and bioretention facilities to provide dynamic patio space and planting area that interacts with the surrounding urban streetscape. Performed site design, construction documentation, construction observation, and stormwater modeling.Large Regional Infiltration BasinUniv. of MN, St. Paul Campus. Project Landscape Architect. Collaborated with water resource engineers and university faculty to design a regional stormwater facility that will provide critical stormwater volume control and future research opportunities. Designed grading plans and performed earthwork calculations to balance quantities and minimize offsite energy consumption. Created a planting and restoration plan that creates habitat and increases the ecological value of the St. Paul campus landscape.

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University Lutheran Church of Hope Stormwater RetrofitMinneapolis, MN. Lead Designer and Landscape Architect.Designed a sustainable site plan & innovative stormwater master plan for a church and school campus. Transformed impervious asphalt site into a functional and beautiful landscape that increases circulation safety, while providing a high level of stormwater treatment - greatly reducing the facility’s Stormwater Utility Fee.

Central Corridor Light Rail Stormwater ImprovementsCapitol Region Watershed District. Landscape Architect.Collaborated with a consulting team to assess the 8-mile corridor for opportunities to incorporate stormwater management. This assessment primarily focused on volume control and innovative stormwater BMPs such as boulevard pavers, tree trenches, stormwater planters, raingardens and under-roadway infiltration trenches. The assessment ultimately guided the project owner’s (Metropolitan Council) selection of stormwater management tools and also led the watershed district into a separate CIP project expanding stormwater management.

N. Marketplace Targeted Subwatershed Implementation PlanBrown’s Creek Watershed District. Landscape Arch. Consultant.Provided senior guidance on BMP feasibility, siting (in field) and preliminary design of BMPs. This project identified appropriate sites for the various stormwater BMPs in order to meet the target phosphorus reduction for the subwatershed. BMPs identified include residential raingardens, green boulevard trenches, cul-de-sac pervious pavement, and regional infiltration treatment sites. Implementation of BMPs was prioritized based cost-effectiveness.

Tree Trenches for ‘Green’ Street’ ImprovementsCapitol Region Watershed District, St. Paul, MN. Lead Designer.EOR is currently working with CRWD and the City of St. Paul on six innovative tree trenches in the boulevards of a traditional St. Paul single family residential neighborhood. The tree trenches will redefine the boulevard in urban residential neighborhoods by integrating stormwater storage below the boulevard for infiltration and uptake by street trees. A multifunctional streetscape will be developed


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Derek Lash

Education2000 Bachelor of Science Civil Engineering Michigan Tech. University

Professional Registration45156 MN Prof. Engineer: civil40938-6 WI Prof. Engineer: civil21838 IA Prof. Engineer: civil

Professional Affiliations + Additional CertificationMECA MN Erosion Control Association ACEC American Council of

Engineering Companies CertifiedSWPPP’sDesigner

Areas of ExpertiseLID+BMPIntegration

Road+SiteGradingDesign

Construction ManagementStorm Water ManagementErosion+SedimentControl

Derek Lash is a Civil Engineer and ErosionControl Specialist with 17 years experience in thedesign,documentation,andmanagementof civil engineering projects includingtransportation, low impact developmentdesign, stormwater management, andwetlandrestoration.

Derek’s strong background in geotechnicalengineering, erosion control, and wetlandecology provide a depth of knowledge toEOR’s multiple engineering, site design,waterquality,andecorestorationprojects.

Asaprojectmanager,Derekhasservedasarepresentative for several projects ranging in scalefromlocalneighborhood-basedeffortsto watershed-wide initiatives, includingfederally funded and regulated projects aswell.

PE, CPESC

Civil Engineer

Project ExperienceStormwater Management, Modeling, and DesignPerformH/Hmodeling,calculations,andanalysis.Providestormwatermanagement, design, and review for various projects including:private site improvements, public stormwater facilities, and stateagency control structures.

Holy Cross Lutheran ChurchHolyCrossChurch.PMandCivil/WaterResourcesEngineerWorkingwith theChurch todevelopa stormwaterBMP retrofitplan that incorporates rainbarrels, rain gardens, and rainwaterharvesting tanks. The plan will be part of an application to besubmitted to Minnehaha Creek Watershed District in order toreceiveaBMPcost-sharegrant.Inaddition,theplanwillanalyzethefeasibilityofreducingtheMinneapolisstormwaterutilityfee.

South Robert Trail (TH3) Stormwater Facilities Repair CityofInverGroveHeights.CivilEngineerAssistedwithengineeringanalysis&designtorepairBMPswithinaMn/DOTtrunkhwy.foranewroundabout.Engineeringincludedreview of existing BMPs, including pre-treatment & infiltrationbasins, as well as soil & rock ditch checks. Poorly functioningBMPs were analyzed and a solution was developed that wouldprovide sustainable stormwater quality & quantity practices.Robustditchchecksincorporatingon-siteandimportedClassIIIriprapwereusedtoprovidestormwaterrunoffratecontrolaswellas permanent erosion control for the steep slopes of the ditch.Providedinspectionduringconstructionadministrationprocess.

Expansion Boulevard Stormwater ImprovementsCityofStormLake,IA.PMandCivil/WaterResourcesEngineer.Responsible for a pre-design feasibility study, current design,and future planning guidance for this part of the City whichexperiences frequent flooding. Developed concept plans, costestimates,&incorporatedmultipletypesofstormwaterpractices.BMPs includestormwaterwetlands,biofiltrationbasins,grassedwaterways & vegetated swales, all centered around the idea ofusinga2-stageagriculturalditch that allowshigher flows tobecaptured&treatedinfloodplainBMPs.

Minnesota Streetcar Museum Car-barn Expansion StreetcarMuseum,Mpls.PM&Civil/WaterResourcesEngineer.Responsibleforengineeringanalysisanddesignofastormwatermanagement retrofit system for a building expansion. BMPsincludeanundergroundstormwaterqualityunitprovidingwaterquality & rate control benefits. In addition, soil & vegetationrestorationwillaidinreducingrunofftotheadjacentsteepslopesadjacent to Lake Harriet. Other project components include a1500-gal.rainwater harvesting tank designed to capture runofffrom the existing roof to irrigate landscaping.MinnehahaCreekWatershedDist.grantusedfortherainwaterharvestingtank.

Swede Hollow Daylighted Stream Analysis & Feasibility StudySaintPaulDept.ofParks&Recreation.CivilEngineer.Assisted with engineering analysis & conceptual designs forstormwater improvements. Study reviewed existing drainageinfrastructure,includingwaterways(daylightedstream&ponds)and storm/sanitary sewer improvements from the 1800’s uptopresentday. Analysisprovided recommendations tomanagepollutants & sediment loads; ecological & engineering streamdesignprovidedforimprovedaesthetics,waterquality,pollutantremoval,&wildlifehabitat.Studytobeusedforfundingrequestsrequiredtoimplementrecommendations.

Derek Lash, Civil Engineer

Burandt Lake Reuse (Phase I )CarverCnty.WMO.PM,Civil/WaterResourcesEngineer.Responsibleforthedesignandadmin.ofbidding&constructionfora120”dia.steelreinforcedHDPEwaterstoragetankdesignedtocapturestormwaterrunofffroman8.8ac.watershedofBurandtLake.CollectedwaterwouldcomefromtheadjacentCitystreets,SchoolDistrictparkinglot,andresidential&commercialproperties.ThefirstphasewasdesignedinconjunctionwithCitystreetreconstruction,andwouldbeengineeredforfuturetankadditions.Totalprojectsizewhencompletewillbenearly176,000gal.withavalueofover$500,000.

Cleary Lk. Regional Park Stormwater Improvements ScottCounty.ProjectManagerandEngineerResponsibilities include managing all engineering work including the design & sizing of all infrastructure, costestimating, H/H modeling and water quality analysis, and coordinating EOR’s construction assistance activities.ProjectentailsBMPretrofitintegrationwiththepark’sotherexistinginfrastructure.

Enhanced Iron Sand Filter Stillwater,Mn.DesignEngineerProvideengineeringanddesignreview for theretrofitofapumpstationand ironenhancedsand filterwithinanexistingresidentialneighborhoodstormwaterpond.ResponsibleforconstructiondocumentsandcoordinatingwithPM/engineer,andlocalutilities.

Neurer Treatment BasinCumberland,Wi.ProjectEngineerProvideengineeringanddesignreviewformultiplestormwaterBMPretrofits(stormsewerdisconnect,undergroundpre-treatment units, biofiltration, and native plantings) during street reconstruction project. Responsible forconstruction documents, bidding assistance, and contract administration. Coordinate with project manager, city,client,Wi/DNR,andcontractor.

Target Plaza at Target Field*Minneapolis. Engineering Consultant.Responsiblefordesigningamulti-functionalsystemthatwouldprovidestormwaterstorage,filtrationandreuseviaapassive,sub-surfaceirrigationtechnology.ProvidedthemeansnecessarytofulfilltherequirementsfortheNationalPollutantDischargeEliminationSystem(NPDES)permit.AlsohelpedtoobtaintheLEED®creditsintheSustainableSites,Water Efficiency, and Innovation & Design Process categories, which contributed to the stadium achievingLEED® Silver certification. University of Minnesota TCF Bank Stadium*Minneapolis,Mn.SustainableEngineeringConsultantProvidedstormwaterBMPengineeringanddesign for thestadium’smulti-usegreenspaceareaand incorporated‘NextGeneration’stormwatermgmt.andsustainableirrigationtechniquesthatalsoallowedformediavehicleaccessduringevents.BMPsincludedreinforcedturf,sandfilters,undergroundfiltrationchambers,andrainwaterharvesting.Responsibleforconstructiondocuments,coordinationwithprojectengineerandCity,andprojectclose-out.

Urban Area Stormwater Analysis* Minneapolis,MN.ProjectEngineerPrepared drainage studies for 70 acres of existing industrial warehouse properties. Analyzed stormwatermgmt.infrastructureforthreeproperties.Reviewedhistoricaldataincludingsoilboringreports,recorddrawings,propertysurveys&otherinformationincompilingdrainagecharacteristics.PreparedH/Hmodelsincludingcalculations&costestimatestodeterminethefeasibilityofpursuingaCitystormwaterutilityfeecredit.

St. Mary’s Greek Orthodox Church* Minneapolis,MN.ProjectEngineerProvided engineering, hydrology and hydraulics design for retrofit LID and stormwater BMPs for 3.5 acre site.Completedstormwatermanagementreportforutilityfeecreditandsecureda$211,000projectgrant.Responsibleforconstructiondocuments,permitmanagement,constructionqualitycontrolandadministration,projectcloseout,andcoordinationwiththelocalWatershedDistrictandCity.

Ehlers and Associates Building Addition* Roseville,Mn(2009).ProjectEngineerProvidedengineering,hydrology,andhydraulicsdesignforabuildingexpansionandthereductionandretrofittingofanexistingstormwaterpondintoafiltrationbasin. AdditionalBMPsincludedaraingarden,permeablepavers,reinforcedturf,andundergroundfiltrationchambers.Responsibleforconstructiondocuments,permitmanagement,andcoordinationwiththelocalWatershedDistrictandCity.

Yountville Town Center* Yountville,California.SustainabilityConsultant.Responsiblefordesigningapassive,sub-surfaceirrigationsystemthatwouldreceivesupplywaterfromtheadjacent1.0 acre asphalt parking lot. Design components included pre-treatment through sand & bio-filter technology,collectionstoragetankw/pumpandoverflowpipe,andreinforcedturfforvehicularruse.

Derek Lash, Civil Engineer

Degarmo Park* Chico,California.SustainableEngineeringConsultantProvided stormwater and irrigationBMPengineering anddesign for a natural turf sports field that incorporated‘Next Generation’ stormwatermgmt. and sustainable irrigation techniques. Design reduced the amount of stormsewer infrastructureandeliminated the traditional irrigation-designed sports field. Responsible for constructiondocuments,biddingassistance,andcoordinationwithprojectlandscapearchitect,engineer,andothers.

Rio Grande Park* Aspen,Colorado.SustainableEngineeringConsultantProvidedhydrologyandhydraulicanalysisforamulti-usesportsfieldfeasibilitystudy.Locatedadjacenttomountainrunoffandpriortoenteringahighqualitytroutstream,thisstudyreviewed‘NextGeneration’stormwatermanagement,sustainableirrigationtechniques,andBMPstrategiesincludingreinforcedturf,sandfilters,undergroundfiltrationchambers,andrainwaterharvesting.Responsible for reviewofpropertydata, costestimating,andpreparationoffeasibilityreport.

Residential Dam Embankment* Luck,Wisconsin.ProjectManagerPrepared and submitted dam reports as required by theWi/DNR. Preformed a field review and survey of theembankmentareaincludingtheprivatelakeandbothinletandoutletchannels.

Hydraulic Modeling for Lock & Dam No. 3*RedRiver,Louisiana.CADConsultant/ModelAssistanceAssistedprojectengineerwithpreparationof3D flowmodel. Created3D lock&damCADmodel fromhistoricaldesignplans,fromwhichanSTL-filewaspreparedforusein3Dflowmodel.

Ecosystem Restoration DesignWetlanddesignandreplacementplanningusingH/Hanalysis.

Windsong Farm Golf Club*Independence,MN.DesignEngineer&WetlandConsultantResponsibilities included preparation of thewetland replacement plan including permitting for over 30 acres ofwetlandmitigation&streamrestorationareasforthis200acrechampionshipgolfcourse.Inaddition,acompleteH/Hanalysiswascompletedfortheentiregolfcourse.Analysiswasdoneforallwetlands&stormwatermanagementareasincludingthedesignofseveraloverflowweirstructuresfor12pondingareas.

Road, Utility, and Site Grading DesignDesign,constructiondocumentation,observation,&mgmt.forlowimpactdevelopmentandsustainablesitedesign.

Whistling Valley Residential Neighborhood*LakeElmo,Mn.ProjectEngineerProvidedengineering,hydrology,andhydraulicdesignforregionalpublic&privatestormwaterBMPsfor100acre,43lotresidentialneighborhood.BMPsincludedinfiltrationbasinsandundergroundchambers,aswellaswetlandandnativeprairierestorations.Responsibleforconstructiondocuments,permitmanagement,constructionadministration,andprojectcloseout.

* projects completed with previous employers


Project Experience Hydrologic/Hydraulic (H/H) Comprehensive Modeling Prepared and/or supervised more than 30 large comprehensive modeling efforts ranging from big riverine or lacustrine systems, to city sized surface water models and management plans. Have also been involved in the analysis of these models and have used these results to then develop stormwater management standards.

Messabi EISMNDNR. Sr. Project Manager, QA/QC & Principal in Charge. Responsible for performing overall PM and QA/QC of draft and final products. Direct involvement in the surface hydrology and H/H modeling sections.Corporate Campus Chlorides StudyPrivate Client. Senior Project Manager and QA/QC. Supervised technical aspects of the projects and final format and recommendations of report. Performed presentation to client on findings, problem assessment and recommendations. Watershed District H/H and Pollutant Loading StudyMinnehaha Creek Watershed District. Senior Project Manager. Oversaw the project and served as the main quality/quantity modeling advisor. Responsible for the overall project’s QA & QC. Watershed District Hydraulic/Hydrologic ModelBrown’s Creek Watershed District. Senior Project Manager. Managed and provided technical expertise as well as quality assessment and control assistance. Also developed system assessments and recommendations. Comprehensive Hydrological Modeling StudyDevils Lake, ND. Lead Engineer and Project Manager. Supervised the use of PRINET and WATBUD to develop a hydrological model of Devils Lake and assessed the impact of drainage improvements.Watershed Model - Crane CreekCarver County. Project Manager. Supervised hydrologic/hydraulic (H/H) year-round modeling similarities. Optimized hydro periods and developed shorebird habitat and water quality improvements. Provided overall quality assurance/quality control.Hydraulic/Hydrologic and Water Quality Modeling - Como 7Capitol Region Watershed District. Senior Technical Advisor.Supervised state-of-the-art application of XP-SWMM for retrofitting complete neighborhoods in St. Paul & Roseville. Determined and assessed retrofitting opportunities. Managed all technical aspects.

Surface Water Mgmt. Plans and Comp. Planning Reports Produced and/or supervised over 30 plans for municipalities, watershed districts, and watershed management organizations. These plans include: hydraulic/hydrologic computer modeling, the development of standards, conceptual infrastructure design, capital improvement programs, and cost estimates for surface water, sanitary sewer, and potable water systems.

3rd Generation Surface Water Management PlanBrown’s Creek Watershed District. Senior Technical Advisor.Provided technical assistance in CIP development and rules upgrading as well as performed a comprehensive rules comparison and assessment. Responsible for overall project quality assessments and controls.

CecilioOlivier PE

Principal + COO Water Resources Engineer

Education1986 Bachelor of Science in

Mining/Mechanical Engineering, Polytechnic Univ. Madrid, Spain

1990 Master of Science in Civil & Envnt’l. Eng., Univ. of MN

Professional Registration#23807 MN Professional Engineer: civil

#35888 WI Professional Engineer: civil

#062. IL Professional Engineer: civil

8162 ND Professional Engineer: civil European Union

Professional Engineer: mining

Professional Affiliations CEC/M Consulting Eng. Council of MNAWRA American Water Resources Assoc.COIM OfficialSpanishCollegeofMining

Engineers

Areas of ExpertiseH/H & Water Quality Modeling Surface Water Quality

& Quantity System Design

Cecilio Olivier has over 25 years of experience in Engineering with an emphasis in integrated watershed management, water resources modeling, and BMP design and implementation.He has been the lead project engineer and modeler for more than 70 water resources related plans and studies throughout MN, WI and IL.His extensive knowledge base, clear leadership skills, and ability to directly address and solve client’s concerns have lead to the establishment and building of EOR as a firm based on highly innovativeand quality work.Cecilio’s main area of focus is in surface water management and specifically in themodeling, interpretation, and calibration of complex hydraulic/hydrologic systems.

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Watershed Management PlanCapitol Region Watershed District. Senior Project Manager. Provided project technical assistance, performed quality assessment and quality controls on proposed BMPs and CIPs for the watershed district, and also performed cost/benefit analyses for proposed improvements.Surface Water Management PlanCity of Chanhassen. Project Engineer. Performed the quantity/quality modeling of the entire city and performed system assessments. Developed CIP recommendations, cost estimates, and financial recommendations. Completed final report.Comprehensive Sanitary Sewer + Water Distribution PlansCity of Woodbury. Project Engineer. Modeled, sized, and assessed the city’s existing sanitary and water distribution systems. Determined CIP, cost estimates, and financial tools. Completed final report.

Design of Surface Water Quality/Quantity Systems Prepared multiple design plans and specifications that included: innovative and effective techniques for flood protection, runoff treatment, and environmental preservation. Provide innovative designs for volume control and stormwater retrofitting; enhancement of the local natural resources by incorporating wetland creation/restoration and natural habitat features.

Golf Course BMPs City of Chaska. Design Engineer. Modeled, designed, and supervised the construction of multiple wetlands, infiltration systems, multi-stage outlets, and retention/detention facilities. Infiltration TrenchesArlington + Nebraska Intersection, City of St. Paul. Senior Technical Advisor and QA/QC.Performed direct design supervision and project management for innovative, under the road, retrofitting infiltration trenches. Provided overall project quality assessment and control. Reviewed engineering cost estimates, construction inspection, and design change orders. Also coordinated this project with the St. Paul street reconstruction program. Rain GardensArlington + Pascal Intersection, Capitol Region Watershed District. Senior Technical Advisor. Supervised the design and construction of 6 regional raingardens and infiltration areas. Assessed the reduction of runoff volume and phosphorus loads into Como Lake and also coordinated this project with the St. Paul street reconstruction program.

Hydraulic/Hydrologic Site Specific Modeling and Analysis Prepared and/or supervised more than 120 modeling efforts and analyses related to surface water quantity, quality and drainage design. Cecilio has extensive experience with models and software packages including: XP-SWMM (EPA-SWMM 5.0), HydroCAD (TR-20), HEC-1, HEC-2, TR-55, Rational Method, StormSewer, StormCAD, FlowMaster, KYPIPE, Dambreak, Dambreach, PondNet, PondSize, SLAMM and P8 among others.

Hydraulic/Hydrologic ModelingUniversity of Minnesota, St. Paul Campus. Senior Project Manager and QA/QC. Supervised the creation and calibration of detailed XP-SWMM and P8 models. Developed recommendations and prioritizing for stormwater reconstruction, upgrade, and water quality improvements. FEMA Flood Plain AnalysisMinnehaha Creek Watershed District. Senior Technical Advisor. Developed an innovative XP-SWM and POR analysis which was coordinated with a COE methodology and approach. Also developed modeling protocols as well as supervised and coordinated around-the-clock modeling. Performed project modeling quality assessment and control. Hydraulic/Hydrologic AnalysisSarita Wetland, University of Minnesota. Senior Engineer and QA/QC.Modified and integrated existing models to assess potential hydro- period and water quality improvements for Sarita Wetland. Proposed design alternatives. Optimized treatment efficiency and coordinated with the U of M personnel. Supervised model calibration and performed overall technical quality assessment and control.Watershed District Hydraulic/Hydrologic ModelRice Creek Watershed District. Senior Technical Advisor.Perform quality assurance/quality control on the multiyear calibration of the model of different locations. Developed methodologies for calibration optimization. Coordinated modeling efforts and determined modeling strategies.

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Cecilio Olivier, Water Resources Engineer

Design of Outlet Structures, Infiltration Systems and BMPsPrepared design plans, specifications and hydraulic modeling for multiple BMPs and infiltration projects.

Trout Habitat Protection ProjectBrown’s Creek Watershed District. Senior Engineer and Project Manager.Supervised and led the modeling and final design of the entire award-winning system including wetlands, outlet structures, ponds and infiltration basins. Acted as project manager and client representative. Supervised inspection and provided construction management overview.Hamline Underground Storage FacilityCapitol Region Watershed District. Technical Advisor.Performed direct design supervision and project management. Provided overall quality assurance/quality control and reviewed engineering cost estimates. Provided construction inspection support and design changes overview. Coordinated with St. Paul Street Reconstruction program.Golf Course Diversion and PondCapitol Region Watershed District, Como Golf Course. Technical Advisor and QA/QC.Modeled, designed and supervised construction of the multi-stage diversion and ponding facility. Coordinated this work with St. Paul’s needs to reduce flooding and surcharge on their system. Led design approach to optimize benefits for the City and the Watershed.

Development Plan ReviewsReviewed, supervised and/or provided assistance over 1,000 development plans regarding drainage issues, erosion control and stormwater quality practices for compliance with watershed and local surface water management plans. These development reviews included both urban and non-urban environments.

Municipal Water Resources and Sanitary Sewer Feasibility StudiesProduced and/or supervised over 40 studies involving: system optimization, feasibility level design, environmental/water quality modeling, the supervision of environmental and water quality permitting and he performing of cost/benefit analysis.

Potable Water Distribution SystemCity of Chanhassen. Project Engineer.Modeled, sized and assessed the city’s existing and future trunk and lateral systems. Sized and located wells and storage tanks. Determined 10-year CIP, infrastructure costs and financing methodology. Wrote and presented report.Comprehensive Sanitary Sewer and Water Distribution Plans City of Cottage Grove. Project Engineer.Modeled, sized and assessed city’s existing and future sanitary and water distribution systems. Determined CIP, cost estimates and financial tools. Wrote reports.Restoration Feasibility StudyMinnehaha Creek Watershed District, Parley Lake. Senior Technical Advisor and Client Liaison.Supervised water quality/quantity modeling. Provided quality assurance/quality control for restoration alternatives and cost/benefit analysis.

Surface Water Monitoring and Sampling Management ProgramsDetermined monitoring parameters: defined location, method and frequency of sampling as well as performed equipment calibration and data analysis for more than 20 monitoring projects routinely perform monitoring data analysis and validation for the use in surface water modeling efforts.

Monitoring of Local and Regional Infiltration BasinsBrown’s Creek Watershed District. Senior Technical Advisor and QA/QC.Supervised monitoring methodology for two regional infiltration basins, (THPP and Kern Center ponds) and one local facility (Bradshaw Development). Performed quality assurance/quality control or data collected, analysis performed and validated final results.Infiltration and Groundwater MonitoringSouth Washington Watershed District. Senior Technical Advisor and QA/QC.Provided technical advice and coordination in a comprehensive infiltration and groundwater monitoring in the district. Provided quality assurance/quality control on methodologies for infiltration assessment.


Water Resource RepresentativeServed as a technical representative/advisor for multiple local watersheds, city councils and local and state agencies. Presented at regular watershed board meetings, council meetings, public hearings, workshops and staff meetings.

Client representative for Watershed District (Exclusive Services)Brown’s Creek Watershed District. Senior Client Representative.Performed client coordination, projects follow-ups and client management. Attended board and special meetings. Operated as technical advisor for the District in all matters. Prepared invoicing.Client representative for Watershed District (Pool of Consultants)Minnehaha Creek Watershed District. Client Liaison.Coordinated projects and performed client management. Responded to RFPs. Prepared invoices.




APPENDIX B:

FEATURED PROJECTS

Harriet Island Stormwater Improvements



FEATURED RÉSUMÉS


Minnesota Stormwater ManualDate: 2005Location: State-wideClient(s): Collaboration with the MN Stormwater Steering Committee (SCC) for the MPCA

SummaryWorking with the SCC and Tom Schueler of the Center for Watershed Protection, EOR developed the MN Stormwater Manual to provide stormwater management practices for professional stormwater managers and those associated professionals who also integrate with stormwater issues.

This manual was recognized as the leading state stormwater manual in the nation during its publication and EOR was pivotal in conducting statewide training sessions for over 900 stormwater professionals in the use of this manual.

Client Benefits• Manual details stormwater mgmt.

in a cold climate for varying weather & geology across the state, regulatory differences from federal to local levels, stormwater sizing criteria, potential toxic hotspots, drinking water source protection, and BMP screening.

• Main manual elements include:- BMP design, cost, operation/ maintenance and performance- Cold climate adaptations- Low impact, conservation design, and stormwater mgmt.- MN’s regulatory framework- State case studies- Uni�ied sizing criteria and stormwater credits 2005 Minnesota Stormwater Manual, Version 1.0 Chapter 12-BIO, Volume 2 1

BIORETENTION

Definition:Bioretention is a terrestrial-based (up-land as opposed to wetland), water quality and water quantity control process. Bioretention employs a simplistic, site integrated design that provides opportunity for runoff infiltration, filtration, storage and water uptake by vegetation.

Design Criteria:► Infiltration requires suitable soils. ► Minimum 10’ setback and located down

grade from home foundations.► Best applied to drainage areas with relatively

flat slopes (5%).Benefits:

► Can be very effective for removing fine sediment, trace metals, nutrients, bacteria and organics (Davis et al. 1998).

► Provides many additional environmental (habitat, improves air quality, urban micro-climates), social (creates a unique sense of place) and economic benefits (reduces development and maintenance cost, greater lot yield, increases property values).

► Well suited for high impervious areas.► Reduces runoff volume.► Flexible design, affording many opportunities

for creativity.Limitations:

► Susceptible to clogging by sediment; therefore maintenance and pre-treatment is necessary to maintain effectiveness.

► Not effective for large drainage areas (use multiple structures, closer to source of runoff).

► Space consumption (5%-10% of drainage area).

Raingarden in a commercial development - Stillwater, MN

Med/High Water Quality (Vwq)Med Channel Protection (Vcp)

Low/Med Overbank Flood Protection (Vp10)Low Extreme Flood Protection (Vp100)High Recharge Volume (Vre)

MECHANISMS

X* Infiltration *with appropriate soils & site conditions

X FiltrationX Temperature ControlX Settling

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65%/ 50% Nutrients - Total Phosphorus/ Total Nitrogen

95% Metals - Cadmium, Copper, Lead, and Zinc

35%* Pathogens - Coliform, Streptococci, E. Coli *less than 5 independent studies

80%* Toxins - Chloride, Hydrocarbon, Pesticide *less than 5 independent studies

KEY CONSIDERATIONS MANAGEMENT SUITABILITY

Note: Average pollutant removal expected when sizing based on MPCA criteria. Values apply to treated runoff only.

Project Recognit ion: 2006 Leading Stormwater Manual in the Nation

EPA’s National Stormwater Coordinators

2006 MN Erosion Control Assoc. (MECA) Environmental Award of Excellence


Cleary Lk. Regional Park Stormwater

Improvments

Date: In ProgressLocation: Prior Lake, MNClient(s): Scott Co. WMO, Three Rivers Park District (TRPD)

Client Benefits• InnovativeBMPsbecomeapartofpark’sfabric,creatingeducationalopportunities.

• 11lbsofPhosphorusreducedannuallyfromimpairedlake.

• Uniqueiron-sandfilterbridgebecomesaplayelementwhiletreatingstormwaterinabusyarea.

• Maintenanceinputsminimizedoverthecourseof30yrlife-cycle.

SummaryEOR isworkingwithScottCo.WMOand TRPD to address water qualityin the popular Cleary Lake RegionalPark. Impaired for recreational usedue to excessive phosphorus, EORis integratinga seriesof educationalstromwater BMPs that include roadimprovements&aseriesof5BMPstobeintegratedintotheparkinglotarea.These include: 2 biofiltration cells,a stormwater wetland, a vegetatedswale, and an innovative iron-sandfilterbridgethatwhencombined,willreduceover11 lbsofPhosporusperyearfromtheenteringthelakefromthepark’srunoffwater.

Public education & interactionwerecritical components in the design oftheBMP.Theiron-sandfilterbridgecreatesauniquelearningopportunityfor thisnew technology. Inadditiontoprovidinga learningplatform, thebridge allows pedestrian circulationanditsabovegradedesignmakesthedesigneasy-to-access&maintain.Araingarden incorporates an outdoorclassroomforTRPDparkstafftousefornumerouschildren’sprograms.

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Pat’s Tap Restaurant -

LEED Platinum Date: 2011Location: Minneapolis, MNClient(s): Private

SummaryEOR worked with the owner of Pat’s Tap to produce a site design that met requirements of both quantity and quality credits of LEED Commercial interiors. The site incorporates a number of green infrstructure facilities including an innovative tree trench patio, bioretention facilities, water harvesting that reuses an old heating system water tank, and a landscape plan that incorporates elements of permaculture - growing food and herbs for use in the restaurant.

The project not only achieved significant LEED points but helped reduce the owner’s stormwater utility significantly. The tight urban site utilized underground storage fields and an innovative cross section below the patio to store water and irrigate a large specimen Kentucky Coffeetree.

Client Benefits• LEED Platinum certification

pending

• Integrating green infrastructure to reduce stormwater utility

• Tree trench treats stormwater and provides a signature patio for customers

• Landscape plan will provide food and herbs for the restaurant

• Water harvesting tank re-purposed to collect roof runoff to support vegetation


Hugo City Hall

Date: 2002Location: Hugo, MNClient(s): Rice Creek Watershed District (RCWD)

SummaryThe water-centric design for the new Hugo City Hall was one of the first showcases of sustainable site practices and environmental demonstrations in the Twin Cities. EOR was responsible for integrating stormwater management techniques, which included:

- three large raingardens that also serve as visual focal points in the overall landscaping of City Hall

- infiltration trenches & bioretention islands located in the parking areas are used for stormwater storage

- rainbarrels collect rainwater that is later used for landscape watering

Client Benefits• Used the civic site as an

educational opportunity for greater public exposure to integrated stormwater management practice.

• Reduced landscaping and maintenance cost for the City.

• Improved aesthetics with the prominent use of native plants.

• Site performance is monitored by the US Geological Society and City staff.


Celebration of Life Center

Date: 2006Location: Stillwater, MNClient(s): Private

SummaryEOR incorporated innovative and sustainable stormwater management techniques into the landscape design.

In retaining the natural resources of the site, EOR’s goal was to meet the pre-settlement conditions of an Oak Savanna interspersed with prairie grasses under a Burr Oak canopy.

With the incorporation of infiltration and bioretention techniques, cellular confinement grids, and underground storage infiltration facilities, EOR was able to match run-off volume to that of pre-settlement levels including the 100-year event.

In conjunction with the stormwater features, EOR’s landscaping plan was designed to enhance the existing soil structure while promoting infiltration and plant uptake with the use of native vegetation.

Client Benefits• Pre-settlement stormwater

runoff levels were maintained meeting strict local standards and the protection of a trout stream and the St. Croix River.

• Native plantings provided aesthetic improvement while also acting as a natural buffer for the neighboring residences.

• Use of Grasspave2, grass pavers allowed for seamless site integration, providing less visually obtrusive parking areas.


Date: 2012 - 2013Location: Fitchburg, WIClient(s): City of Fitchburg

SummaryIn 2012, the City of Fitchburg, WI and the Capital Area Regional Planning Commission (CARPC) brought in EOR to evaluate volume control impacts on development. The approach used two “demonstration blocks” to illustrate the range of decentralized stormwater BMPs available stressing multi-functionality. The design is to meet a pre-development runoff for the 1-year and 5-year rainfall periods.

EOR conducted the analysis of volume control BMPs. The project consisted of the following:

1. Review of the McGaw Neighborhood Plan and local regulations

2. Literature review of volume control Best Management Practices

3. Modeling analysis using XP-SWMM, P8, and assessing groundwater-surface water interactions for medium-density residential (MDR) development and transit-oriented development (TOD) demo sites

4. Design charrette to review proposed stormwater management plans with the local development and design community

Client Benefits• Modeling analysis demonstrates

meeting standards with a distributed approach/green infrastructure in a reasonable way

• Design charrette that engages developers

• Guidance documents and tools for developers

Top: Bioretention (Engineered raingarden) on light rail corridor.Bottom: Stormwater Management Plan for TOD development (initial design).

City of Fitchburg Catalytic

Stormwater Project


SummaryHaving developed the Low Impact Development (LID) Construction Guide for the CVC, EOR then went on to review ten previous bioretention practices that were implemented by the CVC. The information gained in modeling and monitoring these practices was then used to inform the development of biorention protocols and increase design efficiencies for the implementation of future bioretention practices.

EOR was equipped with water level and temperature recorders during the summer months of 2013 and data was analyzed to assess site performance based on filtration and/or infiltration losses. From the individual storm response data, the recession limbs, the receding water levels following cessation of rainfall, were chosen to define a uniform relationship between water level and the rate of change in water level. This relationship was then used to estimate drawdown times and define loss rates for individual rainfall events.

Client Benefits• Innovative approach to assessing

performance of bioretention devices based on quantifiable measures.

• Development of standardized site characteristic tables to promote consistency in BMP performance assessment.

• Detailed and illuminated summary of theory, methodology, & analysis.

CVCBioretention

Protocols Date: 2014 Location: Ontario, Canada Client(s): Credit Valley Conser - vation Authority (CVC)

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1st Presbyterian Church of Stillwater

Date: 2010Location: Oak Park Heights, MNClient(s): 1st Presbyterian Church

SummaryThe church parking areas, originally designed as vast expanses of asphalt with no landscaping, shade, or visual interest, were in disrepair and posed hazards for vehicles and pedestrians. EOR’s new design reflects the congregation’s environmental and community values while improving basic functional and safety concerns.

Stormwater is treated in a series of Bioretention Cells in the parking lot, and a large, shade tree lined porous paver promenade forms a visual focal point that extends to the main entry. Excess runoff is routed to several raingardens on site that were previously constructed.

Important to the congregation was the use of the design as an environmental education tool and demonstration site that would highlight the importance of sustainable design for its members.

Client Benefits• Design helps to protect the water

quality of the St. Croix River.

• Improvements include: reduced heat-island effect, pedestrian safety, accessibility, aesthetics, environmental stewardship and education.

• Community building effort: volunteers helped with planting and in the design input process.


Harriet Island Park Improvements

Date: 2009Location: St. Paul, MN Client(s): City of St. Paul, Division of Parks and Recreation

SummaryEOR worked with the St. Paul Parks and Recreation Department to design and construct over $1.7 million in improvements including a TEA-21 funded regional trail, local park trails, numerous picnic facilities and amenities, innovative stormwater enhancements, and a bioengineeered shoreline restoration.

This project concluded final improvements at Harriet Island and integrated several features that connect the park and public to the Mississippi River. The connections were physical and visual including trails, plazas, and seating areas providing unmatched views of the urban river. A bioengineered shoreline, connected bioswale, and access to a beach provide environmental and recreation connections to the river.

Client Benefits• Construction observation for all

picnic facilities, lighting, trails and plazas, stormwater management, and environmental education integrated into the fabric of the park.

• Bioretention garden integrated with stone trail is hydraulically connected to the river and allows access to park users.

• Engineering of popular riverfront promenade with overlook plazas and seating.


Amery Regional Medical Center

Date: 2006Location: Amery, WIClient(s): Amery Regional

Medical Center

SummaryEOR created a landscape for the Medical Center that promotes human health and wellness through an ecologically-enhancing environment. The plan has created a synergy between the hospital, the adjacent Apple River, and the greater Amery community. The project serves as a regional precedent for its many sustainable features that include: - environmental education signage- porous fire access lane

- green roof (½ acre)- raptor nesting platform- prairie restoration- community trail system - restful overlook of the Apple River

- filtration & infiltration bioretention

Client Benefits• High profile project serves as a

regional precedent for LID and implementing green technologies.

• Water quality and quantity management surpasses both county and state requirements.

• 95% reduction in total suspended solids estimated for post-development conditions.

• Peak discharge rates and total runoff volumes are below pre-development quantities for the 2-yr & 100-yr storm events.

Project Recognit ion: 2011 American Society of Landscape Architects,

MN Branch - Design Honor Award

2010 American Society of Landscape Architects, WI Branch - Design Merit Award


Raspberry IslandStabilization

Date: 2008Location: St. Paul, MNClient(s): City of St. Paul, Division of Parks and Recreation

SummaryAs the last remaining true Mississippi River island in St. Paul, Raspberry Island’s badly deteriorating and vanishing concrete grouted riprap revetment had to be addressed. EOR worked with the City of St. Paul in developing a stabilization solution and a site plan that would integrate park paths and improve water access to the River.

Several shoreline stabilization/ protection options were explored that included limestone and vegetated riprap, sheet piling, cable tied concrete, vegetated concrete and various combinations of these systems. The final decision to use limestone riprap has become one of the defining characteristics of the island and perfectly relates into the surrounding bridge materiality, the planted natives along the shore, and integrates visually with the many trails that circumnavigate the island.

Client Benefits• Island’s shoreline stabilized and

protected from future erosion threats.

• Rip rap aesthetics greatly improved with the removal of the old failing material and placement of the new stacked stonework.

• More park space added to the downtown St. Paul riverfront and improved access to River’s edge.


Victoria Park Innovative Water

Strategy Concepts

Date: In ProgressLocation: St. Paul, MNClient(s): Capitol Region Watershed District (CRWD)

Client Benefits• Celebratesandinterpretstheever-changinghydrologyofwetlands,providingengagingandeducationalvisitorexperiences.

• SupportsavarietyofbothpassiveandactiverecreationalprogramsthroughoutallofMinnesota’sseasons.

• Enrichesecologicalhealthofon-sitewetlandandcreateshabitatopportunitiesalongtheMississippiFlyway.

SummaryEOR and the Capitol RegionWatershed District collaboratedon a multi-functional park designlocated on a former brownfield site.Adjacenttoanewschool,residentialneighborhoods, and the MississippiRiver,thedesignfocusesoninteractivewater elements, seasonal recreation,innovativewatertreatmentstrategiesandmigratorybirdhabitat.

AMoistSoilManagementstrategy isemployedtocreateaseriesofhabitatmagnets across the site. Individualeco-cells develop unique ecologicalconditions with trails throughoutthe site to explore a set of diverseecologiesandpassive-usespaces.

Year-round visitor experience islayered into the design through abio-cleansing wading/skating plaza,interactive mist/ice fountains, openlawn,anddistinctiveplantingscheme.

1CAPITOL REGION WATERSHED DISTRICT | Eustis Street Stormwater Improvement Feasibility Study

July 11, 2014

Ms. Anna Eleria, CRWD Water Resource Project Manager


1410 Energy Park Drive, Suite 4

Saint Paul, MN 55108

Subject: Selecting the Right Team for the Eustis Street Stormwater Improvement Feasibility Study

Dear Ms. Eleria and Selection Committee Members:

Many studies have been completed on Bridal Veil Creek Watershed that address improvements to water quality, flood control, and bringing

the creek back to the surface after decades of being piped underground. Numerous agencies and municipalities have expressed interest in

seeing improvements in the Watershed, which includes a portion of the City of Lauderdale. Construction work scheduled on the segment

of Eustis Street south of Larpenteur Avenue, in addition to private property changes in the area, provides a golden opportunity to join with

Ramsey County and the City of Lauderdale to explore improvements to water quality and natural resources in the area just downstream of

Seminary Pond.

SRF Consulting Group, Inc. is pleased to present our project team and qualifications to the Capitol Region Watershed District (CRWD) for

the Eustis Street Stormwater Improvement Feasibility Study. SRF takes great pride in developing high-quality innovative deliverables

and providing outstanding service to our clients. We have assembled a team of experts with the technical capabilities and capacity to meet

the CRWD goals within the intended schedule. In addition to our in-house hydrologists, landscape architects, and engineers, Gale-Tec will

provide geotechnical services for the project. By selecting an experienced team for this important project, we offer the CRWD a proven track

record of success. Our team offers the following benefits:

✔ A Multidisciplinary Approach. Finding creative yet implementable and sustainable solutions to difficult engineering challenges

requires a multidisciplinary approach. The team structure at SRF fosters this, encouraging staff to seek out consultations with experts

throughout the company for ideas to bring cost effective, innovative solutions to our clients. While this project includes a blend of water

resource engineers and landscape architects, other skills may be called upon for a quick consultation. It could be a discussion with

construction staff regarding constructability issues, or right-of-way staff to understand property ownership or easement language. Each

project benefits from overall SRF staff experience, from planning to construction and everything in-between.

✔ The Right Experience. The SRF team has been studying and building urban stormwater BMPs for over 15 years, beginning with the

highly innovative Heritage Park redevelopment in Minneapolis. Project examples found in the following pages demonstrate our approach

to design, from concepts responding to hydraulic model results through construction.

✔ Strong Team Leadership. Erin Hunker, PE, CFM, will serve as the project manager. She has a strong background in water resource

design and planning and project management. David Filipiak, PE, CFM and Joni Giese, ASLA, AICP have led urban BMP planning and

design together on numerous projects in the Twin Cities area for over 15 years, including the recently completed award-winning Central

Corridor Green Infrastructure project. They will assist Erin and help guide and facilitate the discovery and concept development process.

SRF welcomes the opportunity to discuss our project approach, team qualifications, and the added value that we bring to this challenging

effort. If you have questions or require additional information, please contact David Filipiak at 763.475.0010.

Sincerely,

Erin Hunker, PE, CFM David W. Filipiak, PE, CFM

Associate Principal

[email protected] [email protected]

SRF Proposal No. P14501www.srfconsulting.comOne Carlson Parkway North, Suite 150 | Minneapolis, MN 55447-4443 | 763.475.0010 Fax: 763.475.2429

An Equal Opportunity Employer


SRF CONSULTING GROUP, INC.For more than 50 years, SRF has built a tradition of excellence by

serving public and private sector clients across the Midwest. Today,

our values remain the same: deliver quality that stands the test of

time, strive for innovation, provide superior service, and be true to

the spirit of collaboration.

SRF employs 250 engineers, landscape architects, and planners who

provide a broad base of award-winning engineering, planning, and

design services, including all facets of water resource planning:

• Water resources planning,

engineering

• Site design and

development

• Landscape architecture and

urban design

• Wetland delineation and

restoration

• Land use

• Natural resource

management

• Watershed planning

• Streambank stabilization

• Wetland and natural resource

inventories

• Stakeholder involvement

The SRF team is committed to protecting the natural environ-ment while accommodating the built environment through the use of natural processes as well as cutting-edge technology. We

draw from the wealth of experience within the larger SRF com-

munity, and we take pride in our ability to work with our clients to

develop environmentally sensitive solutions to complex engineering

and ecological challenges.

We have assisted clients in the softer side of public infrastructure,

including wetland restorations, water quality facilities, passive

recreation areas, and the like, applying the same construction

principles to these projects that accomplish the stated purposes, add

value to the community, and limit long-term maintenance. SRF has

the experience and skills to take a project from the feasibility stage

through final design and construction.

SRF’S WATER RESOURCES TEAMOUR SHARED VALUESSRF works with agencies that hold similar values of stewardship,

financial accountability, and technical excellence, resulting in

solutions that are sensitive to ecological contexts, appropriate, cost

effective, and meaningful. We strive to bring these socially and

environmentally responsible values in the form of sound design to

our clients, staff, and the communities that we serve.

✔ COLLABORATIONOur philosophy is to develop a close collaborative relationship with client project managers and staff as well as the relevant public agencies. Our approach proposes regular staff meetings,

which will engage various stakeholders in understanding the project

issues, opportunities, and challenges. Alternatives will be posed for

group evaluation and balanced decision making. Budget priorities

must be confronted with priorities clearly identified. Communica-

tion is a key element to any project’s success.

✔ INNOVATION Our hydraulic engineers, hydrologists, environmental scientists and

planners, and technicians provide innovative and practical water

resources, environmental compliance, and permitting management

strategies based on our vast experience. We choose strategies based on our understanding of the applicability of various techniques within the context of each project, and our un-derstanding of construction and maintenance practices. Our

approach considers the effectiveness, constructability, and applica-

bility to the specific area and maintenance.

✔ QUALITY CONTROL & QUALITY ASSURANCEAlthough significant emphasis has been placed on innovation and

project creativity, quality control and quality assurance ulti-mately affects the project outcome and success. SRF is commit-

ted to providing project feasibility work, construction documents,

and in-construction services that meet the highest level of quality

in response to the project’s challenges, available budget, and related

environmental permitting. Using our internal quality assurance and

control procedures, SRF will enforce rigid quality control on our

team members to control a quality outcome and project success.

TEAM PARTNER-GALE-TECH ENGINEERINGGale-Tec is a well-known multidisciplined pavement/geotechnical

engineering firm located in the Twin Cities. Steve Gale, PE, and his

staff have assisted SRF with soil exploration on numerous pond

restoration and bank stabilization projects in a responsive, cost

effective manner.

MAIN CONTACT FOR THIS PROJECTDavid Filipiak - [email protected] or 763.475.0010

Our water resources team is highly motivated and ded-icated to every project taken on – we guarantee client satisfaction.


PROJECT BACKGROUND AND INTENTRamsey County is intending to rehabilitate Eustis Street with a mill

and overlay project and extend pedestrian facilities along the east-

ern boundary in the year 2015. County staff has identified potential

space along the eastern edge of the corridor that has the potential to

provide water quality benefits for the project area, adjacent resi-

dential complexes, and potentially the subwatersheds east of the

project area. Seminary Pond, identified in the City of Lauderdale

Stormwater Management Plan (SWMP (2008)) and in the Capitol

Region Watershed wetland inventory, provides some flood retention,

minor water quality, and very minor wildlife habitat due to degrad-

ed vegetation.

The City of Lauderdale, in their SWMP, indicates a desire to improve

the natural habitat and encourage conductivity between Seminary

Pond and the Bridal Veil corridors. The east-west concrete channel

outlet to Seminary Pond is specifically mentioned as a potential

natural corridor, potentially reconstructing it for water quality and

natural benefits. This is also consistent with Mississippi Watershed

Management Organization goals for the Bridal Veil Creek subwater-

shed.

The overview (next page) figure includes the following;

• Steep Topography (Photo A) – The contributing drainage

area (roughly 90 acres) from the north is rather steep, arriving

in the project area via pipe and overland. This water enters the

project area with energy, requiring any BMP to include energy

dissipation devices to allow sediment to settle.

• Utilities (Photo B) – There are a number of utilities in the

corridor, including gas and overhead power. All of the utilities

will need to be identified and confirmed prior to concept

development to provide project boundary conditions.

• Existing Drainage Facilities (Photo C) – The project site

includes two concrete lined swales and connections to existing

private parking areas, carrying more than 250 acres of urban

runoff collectively. Generally these facilities are installed to

solve an erosion issue due to erosive soils, steep topography,

significant runoff, or a combination of all three. The proposed

BMPs will need to slow the water down enough to avoid long-

term erosion.

• Potential Natural Connection to Bridal Veil Falls from Seminary Pond (Photo D) – The east-west concrete lined

channel is identified as a potential water quality/natural feature.

This area is currently private property in transition, which is

anticipated to be available via easement. The new property

owner will be a participant in the proposed design process.

• Sidewalk Extension (Photo E) – The proposed roadway will

include extension of the existing 5-foot sidewalk.

• Additional Potential Re-purposed Green Space (Photo F) –

This area, south of the concrete swales along Eustis, is also a

potential water quality treatment area. This space does not have

the direct drainage found in the concrete swale areas, but any

alternatives will need to account for the mature trees.

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PROJECT APPROACH Concept feasibility studies are all about discovery, and our approach

includes the following steps. This process has been used suc-cessfully on a number of SRF projects, including the Central Corridor Green Infrastructure study.

1. Ask Questions/Review Available Data to Understand the Background Issues and Project Goals – This first step involves

data collection from a variety of sources, including the CRWD, Ram-

sey County, City of Lauderdale, geotechnical, public and private util-

ities, and others. It includes discussions with the major stakeholders

to begin to understand project goals and boundary conditions. It

includes asking questions regarding existing drainage issues in the

project area and other pertinent questions to help guide the design.

2. Develop Concepts Through Design Charettes – Once the data

is available and synthesized, experts from a variety of disciplines

within the design team are brought together to discuss the data,

project constraints, and goals, resulting in identifying potential

BMPs for further refinement. This process has been used on a num-

ber of the projects cited in the project examples, with landscape

architects and engineers together brainstorming the possibilities.

Nate Will, an SRF municipal roadway engineer leader, will be

included in this discussion to provide the team with information on

the roadway requirements and potential minor changes to inslopes

or utility placement that could facilitate a BMP.

3. Use of Images to Convey a Vision – Innovation requires vision

and an understanding of the possibilities. Where possible, built

imagery is used to convey this message. Illustrative images are often

created to place this on the site, allowing stakeholders to catch the

vision and ask questions to clarify use of a specific technique. This

is particularly important in this project for the various public and

private stakeholders to understand the potential BMPs.

4. Collaboration – A number of meetings have been identified to

facilitate collaboration with the CRWD and various stakeholders.

This is essential to identify concepts that will be implemented, and

will include discussions of concepts in terms of constructability,

performance, maintenance and aesthetics.

5. Truthing/Quality Control – Concepts are reviewed by indepen-

dent, senior-level staff to make sure they are constructible and the

various probable costs and computations are accurate.

Heritage Park

A team strategy meeting.Heritage Park

Design charrettes help visualize important concepts.


SCOPE OF WORKTASK 1: EXISTING DATA COLLECTION AND REVIEWSRF will gather information on the existing stormwater manage-

ment system along Eustis Street and the contributing drainage areas

that discharge to the two concrete swales in the project area (this

includes more than 250 acres of

urban runoff). SRF will coordi-

nate with the City of Lauderdale

and Ramsey County to obtain

as-built plans of the existing

stormwater system. SRF will also

conduct a review of the soils,

existing and proposed land use,

property ownership, easements,

existing vegetation and trees, and

utilities. Collecting and reviewing

the initial data and constraints on

the project area will help set the

project boundary conditions,and

will guide the preliminary concep-

tual design process.

TASK 2: FIELD WORKSRF will coordinate with CRWD to gain access to the private proper-

ty in order to conduct the required field work to assess the existing

site conditions. The project area is located in a tight corridor with

several existing utilities that will need to be worked around and/

or relocated in order to fit in a stormwater BMP. SRF will conduct a

utility locate to determine above and below ground utility con-

flicts. A soils investigation will also be conducted to identify the

underlying soils to determine the feasibility of an infiltration and/

or filtration BMP at the project area and to determine if the soils

are erosive. SRF will conduct additional survey of the existing site

if deemed necessary to determine the existing flow patterns, and

storm sewer locations, sizes, and invert elevations.

TASK 3: PRELIMINARY CONCEPTUAL DESIGNSSRF will review the data and field information gathered in Tasks

1 and 2, and will use this information to develop preliminary

conceptual designs of stormwater BMPs to be implemented in the

greenspace areas on the east side of Eustis Street and the east-west

concrete swale area located on 1598 Eustis Street. In addition to the

site data, SRF will coordinate with Ramsey County, the City of Lau-

derdale, and the 1598 Eustis Street property owner to garner feed-

back on the type of stormwater BMP that should be implemented as

part of this project. Concrete lined swales are often installed to solve

an erosion issue due to erosive soils, steep topography, significant

runoff, or a combination of all three. The proposed BMPs will need

to slow the water down enough to avoid long-term erosion issues.

SRF will develop a minimum of two concept designs for each area,

with a focus on green infrastructure practices. SRF will analyze the

existing stormwater runoff volume that is conveyed by the storm

sewer system and concrete channel, and prepare concept designs

that maintain the conveyance capacity while providing volume

control and reducing pollutant loading. In addition to provid-

ing conceptual design of stormwater management BMPs for the

project area, SRF will review the design of the Eustis Street roadway

section, and work with

Ramsey County to identify

any potential changes that

can reduce or slow down

the amount of runoff from

the roadway directly to the

storm sewer system and to

maximize space available for

the BMPs.The project team

of experts from various

disciplines will develop

BMP concepts through

design charrettes, which

will then be refined through

the preliminary design and

feasibility process.

SRF will conduct the necessary hydrologic and hydraulic modeling

for the conceptual BMP designs and also determine the estimated

amount of pollutants removed by each BMP using HydroCAD or

XP-SWMM and P-8, respectively. The preliminary conceptual de-

signs will include cost estimates for final engineering, construction,

and operation and maintenance. The concepts will be reviewed by

independent, senior-level staff to ensure they are constructible and

the computations and cost estimates are accurate.

SRF team members are skilled at data collection and use the most up-to-date technology available.

Existing utilities may impact the design.

Xcel gas line.


CRWD will likely be the entity responsible for operation and

maintenance of the BMPs in the project area, and the District’s

current maintenance protocols and procedures will be reviewed and

replicated as much as possible for the proposed BMPs in order to

provide the district with an efficient and cost-effective O&M plan.

SRF will coordinate the discussion of the preliminary conceptual

designs with CRWD and the project stakeholders, as discussed in

more detail in Task 5. SRF will gather comments and questions

regarding the concepts and will work with the partners to select the

concept designs that will be revised as needed and finalized.

TASK 4: FINAL CONCEPTUAL DESIGNSOnce the preferred conceptual designs have been selected, SRF will

continue the design and modeling process to finalize the concepts.

SRF has extensive experience in producing final construction plans

and construction administration, and will use these skills to ensure

the final concepts are constructible and make sense from volume

and/or pollutant reduction provided and construction costs. SRF

will prepare a draft and final technical memorandum that will pro-

vide a summary of the study tasks, from the preliminary conceptual

designs to the final design, cost, and performance data. SRF will co-

ordinate with CRWD throughout this process to ensure expectations

are met regarding the final product, and to ensure the transition to

final engineering and plan production is seamless.

TASK 5: PROJECT COORDINATION AND MEETINGSSRF understands the importance of involving the study partners in each step of the process of developing the concept designs and feasibility studies. This process begins with data col-

lection, and includes discussions with the partners to understand

the project goals, boundary conditions, and any existing drainage

issues and concerns. CRWD anticipates there will be five meetings

associated with the feasibility study. These meetings are proposed

to take place at the key steps in the study development process, as

shown on the project schedule. Our project manager and technical

staff will attend these meetings as needed. SRF will prepare infor-

mational displays and handouts as necessary, which may include

the use of illustrative imagery to assist the stakeholders in picturing

what the BMPs will look like and how the project will fit into the

landscape.

STUDY ASSUMPTIONS• Watershed boundary data and modeling will be available

from the City of Lauderdale and/or Mississippi Watershed

Management Organization

• As-builts of the existing roadway, storm sewer system, and city

utilities will be available from Ramsey County and the City of

Lauderdale.

• Proposed roadway section for Eustis Street is available from

Ramsey County.

• CRWD will be able to gain access to the private property in a

timely manner so the field work can be conducted.

• Stakeholder comments on the draft documented will be

collected by the CRWD project manager and combined prior to

finalizing the deliverable.

Sidewalk to be extended along Eustis Street.

Potential BMP also on south end of project

Inlet at Idaho Avenue will likely be replaced.


SCHEDULEThe following schedule responds to the dates found in the RFP and provides a framework that includes suggested meeting dates and review

timeframes. We anticipate reviewing the schedule with the CRWD project manager on a regular basis and making adjustments as needed.

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2 Fieldwork

3 Preliminary Conceptual Designs Review

4 Final Conceptual Designs Review

Technical Memorandum Review

5 Project Coordination and Meetings

Project Coordination

TASK DESCRIPTION HOURS LABOR BUDGET EXPENSES TOTAL BUDGET

Task 1: Existing Data Collection and Review 10 $934 - $934

Task 2: Field Work 12 $1,194 $2520 $3,714

Task 3: Preliminary Conceptual Design 102 $10,480 - $10,480

Task 4: Final Conceptual Design 90 $9,498 - $9,698

Task 5: Project Coordination and Meetings 32 $4,257 $67 $4,324

Totals 246 $26,363 $2,587 $28,950

BUDGETThe following table provides a summary of the level of effort and budget assigned to each task found in the RFP. It is based on the scope

and assumptions found in this proposal. If selected, SRF would request a scoping meeting prior to commencing with the work to discuss

this information to make sure the assumptions are consistent with the CRWD expectations and that the team identifies any risks to com-

pleting the work within the allotted schedule budget.


VALUED ADDED TASKSFIELD SURVEY Our scope anticipates that the available information will suffice for the feasibility study. If during the study there are critical elevations or

locations of pipes, etc. SRF staff can provide field survey services on an hourly basis.

DETAILED HYDROLOGIC MODELING The scope assumes a model is available for the areas upstream of this location, based on the City of Lauderdale SWMP and work performed

for the Bridal Veil studies, that will provide the flows and volume information needed for the study. SRF can perform additional, more

refined modeling if needed for the particular BMPs selected.

PROJECT EXAMPLESSRF has been involved with planning, design and construction and research of stormwater BMPs in urban settings for over 20 years. Inno-

vative projects like Heritage Park in Minneapolis have been in place for more than a decade, providing value to the community and to the

Mississippi River. This project, along with a number of additional supporting projects, can be found in the appendix. These are in addition

to those found in SRF’s previously submitted SOQ document in 2013.


Joni David NateNichole LisaErin

Erin Hunker, PE, CFM | Project ManagerErin will serve as the project manager, guiding and orchestrat-ing the project from start to finish. She has more than 12 years of experience specializing in drainage and water resources engineer-ing and design. She has excellent design, hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, communication, and project management skills. She has completed preliminary and final design, produced construction doc-uments, and obtained various permits for stormwater management systems for various types of projects. Her experience includes the Lake McCarrons Feasibility Study and a variety of roadway projects.

David Filipiak, PE, CFM | Project Principal, Quality ControlWith more than 30 years of engineering and water resources planning experience, David will provide review and oversight as SRF’s project principal. He will have corporate responsibility for the project, participate in key meetings, guide the project, and provide quality assurance. His expertise includes stormwater management planning for site and highway projects, hydrologic and hydraulic modeling of both urban and rural watersheds, preliminary and final design for major storm sewer projects, regional and site-specific BMP design, and major wetland restoration projects. David excels at developing creative solutions for uncommon projects in ur-ban settings, such as the Heritage Park Redevelopment, the South Loop District Streetscape Master Plan, and the Central Corridor Green Infrastructure planning project.

Joni Giese, ASLA, AICP | Technical Advisor/Public OutreachJoni has 18 years of experience in landscape architecture and urban design. Her expertise includes urban planning and design, storm water BMPs, streetscape design, and trail and park design. Joni has facilitated numerous projects that require an integrated approach where community infrastructure (water resources, parks/open spaces, utilities, and multimodal transportation) requirements must be synthesized into a vital, creative, and aesthetically pleasing public amenity. Joni has led numerous projects involving urban stormwater management, including the South Loop District Master Plan, the North Minneapolis Greenway Study, and the Central Corridor Green Infrastructure planning project. She is also an author of the award winning “Water Quality Manual” developed by the Saint Paul Riverfront Corporation and the Local Road Research Board’s “Stormwater Maintenance Best Man-agement Practices Resource Guide”. She will use this experience to

assist the team with identifying opportunities and shaping them for presentation to the stakeholders.

Nichole Schlepp, ASLA | Design/Landscape ArchitectureNikki has seven years of experience in landscape architecture and urban design, including conceptual design, design development, master planning and project management for a wide variety of park, trail, streetscape, and transit projects. Of particular note, Nikki has expertise in cross-scale work, which takes a project design from the regional scale to community scale and then down to the site planning and detail scales. She was a major contributor to the Central Corridor Green Infrastructure project, and will use that experience to assist with design and presentation elements of the project.

Lisa Breu, | Design/Water ResourcesLisa has valuable experience that includes hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, rural and urban drainage design, storm-water management, and stormwater reuse. She has performed hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, and analyzed and designed stormwater reuse facilities, culverts, storm sewers, and a variety of other stormwater BMPs. Lisa was part of the Central Corridor Green Infrastructure team, performing a variety of modeling and assistance in the water resource engineering analysis, including cost estimating. She will assist Erin with all of the water resource technical elements.

Nathen Will, PE | Roadway AdvisorNathen has 20 years of experience in engineering, including proj-ect management, feasibility studies, preliminary and final design, coordination with public agencies, and construction administration. Nathen has significant experience with local municipal and state aid design including projects with complex utility design and construction staging and will help the team understand how the roadway section and innovative BMPs can work together.

Steve Gale | Geotechnical Steve has a wide range of experience in geotechnical investigations, analyses, design and preparation of plans and specifications. He has served as project manager on a wide variety of geotechnical projects. Steve is a national expert and has earned numerous awards for innovative geosynthetic designs for subgrade stabilization of roadways over difficult ground.

ALL STAFF ARE 100% AVAILABLE AND 100% COMMITTED TO THIS PROJECT.

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S o u t h L o o p D i S t r i c t S t r e e t S c a p e M a S t e r p L a n Bloomington, Minnesota

The South Loop District, near the Mall of

America, is key redevelopment area within the

City. SRF is working with the City to develop a

streetscape master plan for the area that will set

the foundation for redevelopment. One chapter

of the master plan is dedicated to stormwater

management, as the runoff from this area will

flow into the Minnesota River. SRF developed a toolbox of BMPs that were appropriate for various streetscape types that related to the adjacent land uses and estimated traf-fic volumes. The BMPs proposed focused on

infiltration techniques as the soils in the area are

conducive to this approach. The BMP toolbox was

also sensitive to the urban design and streetscape

vision for the area.

Stormwater Provisions

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h e r i t a g e p a r k r e D e v e L o p M e n t S t o r M w a t e r t r e a t M e n tMinneapolis, Minnesota

Heritage Park is a 130-acre site in the vicinity of TH 55 and I-94. The

redevelopment showcases innovative water resource elements within

a fully developed urban area and includes a variety of regional water

quality treatment and water feature items.

The project area is located over the historic Bassett Creek valley. Bassett

Creek has long since been replaced by a tunnel to the Mississippi River.

Water quality treatment for hundreds of acres of drainage from both on-

and off-site is provided through the combined use of grit chambers, wet

forebays, wet meadows, and filtration and infiltration areas planted with

native species. New ponds use 100 percent of the harvested stormwater

in new and rehabilitated parks.

SRF assisted the City with master planning, through final design and

in-construction services. The original master plan included daylighting

a segment of Bassett Creek through the project area and SRF performed

the preliminary design for the creek daylighting. However, as right-of-

way and other constraints became better defined, the daylighting took

the form of a metaphoric creek rather than an open channel.

SRF assembled a maintenance matrix during the master planning process to identify maintenance requirements and assist the City to select the appropriate Best Management Practices. P-8 water quality modeling was used to evaluate the various water quality treatment trains, optimizing the various land uses and treatment elements within the public areas.

The master plan balanced the needs of various public realm elements to

create a vibrant new neighborhood. SRF provided and coordinated final

design services for roadways, trails, parking lots, bridges, green infra-

structure, utilities, and parks and open spaces within the public realm.

The stormwater and landscape design elements work together so that water treatment areas are aesthetic feature within the park sys-tem that highlight and celebrate the movement of water while also providing educational opportunities for the neighborhood.

XP-SWMM modeling of the existing and proposed systems played a

large part in determining appropriate plant communities for the variety

of filtration and infiltration areas, as much of the treatment is of the first

one to two inches of runoff, with larger events bypassing these basins.


22 n D S t r e e t S .e . r e c o n S t r u c t i o n & e x t e n S i o n p r o j e c tMinneapolis, Minnesota

The City of Minneapolis retained SRF to provide engineering services for the reconstruction and extension of 22nd Street S.E.,

which coincided with the development of the adjacent properties. This project consisted of reconstructing 22nd Street S.E. be-

tween Minnehaha and Snelling Avenues, and ultimately extending the roadway to Cedar Avenue. Although this project created

no net increase in impervious surface area, analysis of the existing downstream stormwater conveyance system showed that it

was under capacity. Therefore, best management practices (BMPs) were implemented to reduce stormwater volume and peak discharge rates, while improving the quality or stormwater runoff generated from the project.

The BMPs implemented include an underground stormwater retention/infiltration system and a unique infiltration system

that works in conjunction with the storm sewer conveyance system. The underground stormwater retention/infiltration system

consists of an offline pipe gallery that has the capacity to infiltrate stormwater runoff from a one-year rainfall event. Similarly,

the storm sewer infiltration system consists of multiple draintile lines connected to sumped street catch basin structures that

run under the adjacent roadway boulevard. The draintile not only promotes infiltration, but also provides a source of water for

trees planted within the roadway corridor.

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The City of Minneapolis is studying the feasibility of implement-

ing a four-mile greenway that will extend from Victory Memorial

Parkway to approximately Glenwood Avenue. SRF has assisted the

City on the last two phases of the project, providing urban design

and engineering expertise.

The greenway provides a unique opportunity for the City to provide

a safe, accessible, and efficient non-motorized transportation that

will encourage active living as a way to improve community resi-

dents’ health. It also could provide safe, comfortable and convenient

recreation opportunities for the community.

SRF worked closely with city staff and a Technical Advisory Com-

mittee to:

• Identify and evaluate alternative greenway routes.

• Select a proposed greenway route.

• Refine potential greenway approaches that can be used along

various route segments to respond to site conditions, such as

parcel access, parking, and circulation needs.

• Develop a conceptual greenway layout.

• Develop greenway illustrations to communicate greenway

intent to project stakeholders.

• Perform parking counts and evaluate on-street parking

demand.

• Evaluate traffic circulation needs associated with the greenway.

• Investigate opportunities to incorporate stormwater

management features into the greenway.

• Evaluate potential utility impacts and lighting approaches.

• Develop preliminary estimated costs.

• Evaluate opportunities within the greenway for stormwater management for water quality and to assist the City with flood control in flood-prone areas.

SRF’s assistance helped the City better understand the technical

implications of constructing the greenway and provided clear illus-

trations for community outreach efforts.

n o r t h M i n n e a p o L i S g r e e n w a y F e a S i b i L i t y S t u D yMinneapolis, Minnesota


c e n t r a L c o r r i D o r S t o r M w a t e r & g r e e n i n F r a S t r u c t u r e p L a n n i n g p r o j e c tSaint Paul, Minnesota

Beginning in 2014, the Twin Cities’ Light Rail Transit Green Line will operate along an 11-mile corridor connecting the downtowns of Saint

Paul and Minneapolis. The Green Line is expected to spur redevelopment along the corridor. Previous City-led planning efforts highlighted

transit-oriented development (TOD), creation of new parks and open spaces, and the use of green infrastructure as primary redevelopment

goals for the corridor.

Currently, stormwater is required to be treated on an individual parcel basis. Since 2011, 84% of redevelopment sites along the Green Line

requiring stormwater management have placed stormwater below ground, resulting in a lost opportunity to use stormwater as an amenity

to promote a sustainable and vibrant community.

This project team performed both policy and technical evaluations to determine whether stormwater management along the Green Line

could support TOD and developed the stormwater management concept of shared, stacked-function green infrastructure – a system in

which stormwater generated from multiple parcels is jointly treated in shared green infrastructure. The green infrastructure is located and

designed to provide economic, environmental, and social (triple bottom line) benefits to the community beyond treating stormwater; this is

referred to as stacked-function. Other project goals included incorporating public art and developing a replicable tool for other developing

transit corridors within the metropolitan area.

MASLA AWARD OF HONOR FOR ANALYSIS AND PLANNING


S n e L L i n g a v e n u e g r e e n S t r e e tSaint Paul, Minnesota

The St. Paul Riverfront Corporation is a

champion of downtown Saint Paul redevelop-

ment efforts and Mississippi River resto-

ration. One of their recent initiatives focused

on expanding the Corporation’s capacity to

integrate water quality issues into their work

program and develop outreach tools. SRF

assisted the Riverfront Corporation’s Central

Corridor Design Center with the develop-

ment of the Snelling Avenue Green Streets

design workshop that examined potential

approaches for integrating stormwater treat-

ment along Snelling Avenue from University

Avenue to the Pierce Butler Route.

SRF developed illustrative graphics using the City’s existing GIS data to depict the area’s existing topography, subwatersheds, storm drain system and impervious cov-erage. These graphics quickly communicated

the important stormwater opportunities and

constraints that would inform the design

process. SRF participated in the workshop,

developing innovative solutions for the cor-

ridor and providing technical assistance to

other workshop team members who were not

as well versed in stormwater concepts.

The workshop resulted in the development of

eight potential stormwater projects that the

community will work towards implementing.

As funding becomes available, SRF will assist

the Central Corridor Design Center in refin-

ing workshop concepts into implementation

projects.


univerSity oF MinneSota tcF bank StaDiuM water reSourceSMinneapolis, Minnesota

When the University of Minnesota decided to bring Gopher Foot-

ball back on campus, SRF was selected to provide the infrastructure

and landscape improvements needed to make the project a success.

SRF worked closely with the University, architects, construction

manager, and City of Minneapolis to develop site improvements

and landscaping that would effectively support the stadium and

also improve the natural environment around the stadium.

SRF assembled a BMP toolbox during the schematic design that in-

cluded a wide range of BMPs to meet stormwater quality treatment

and rate control requirements. These included bioretention basins/

swales adjacent to parking areas, depressed tree “bosques” and

stormwater planters in the plazas, underground sand filters and

cisterns for rainwater reuse, permeable pavement within the plazas,

level spreaders, and hydrodynamic separators for use where other

BMPs weren’t feasible.

The options were limited by a high groundwater table and contam-

inated soils/groundwater, space constraints, and the need for rate

control to existing tunnel systems, resulting in the elimination of

some BMPs from the toolbox. Through meetings with the Univer-

sity and City of Minneapolis staff, a stormwater plan emerged that

met the performance goals of the project, created attractive land-

scape features, and offered a number of different BMPs that could

be studied for effectiveness once established. Constructability and

maintenance issues were also discussed during plan development.

One of the most challenging aspects of the project involved meeting

City requirements for stormwater management during all phases of

construction. The SWPPP was revised a number of times to reflect

changes that evolved through the various phases of construction,

and temporary measures were developed to protect the more sensi-

tive BMPs from construction sediments.

The final site includes innovative stormwater treatment designed

to respond proactively to stormwater management goals and create

attractive landscape features. Water quality BMPs include pervious

concrete paving, bioretention areas, filtration systems, the EPIC Sys-

tem, and an underground cartridge filter system.

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b a i h L y w o o D L a n D S p o n D F e a S i b i L i t y S t u D yRochester, Minnesota

The Baihly Woodlands development is not unlike many 1980s

housing developments in Minnesota. Stormwater regulations in

effect at the time required developments to install ponds in the

stormwater conveyance systems, some to provide water quality

measures but mostly to limit discharges downstream once the

area was fully developed. The ponds constructed 20 years ago

are now filled with sediment with outlet structures past their

useful life, and flooding at the bottom of the hill is a regular

occurrence. Large storm events in 2008 flooded a number of

homes, drawing attention to the failing infrastructure.

SRF performed an exhaustive forensics investigation to identify

potential causes to the flooding, including discussions with

many of the neighbors after a number of rainfall events. This

information was used to calibrate and validate the XP-SWMM

model parameters and provided a tool to evaluate the various

flood theories of this complex system. Land soil samples were

also taken and testedto meet disposal regulations.

A number of alternatives were studied, with the preferred alter-

native being a combination of pond maintenance, outlet struc-

ture reconstruction to better utilize the pond storage volume,

and modifications to the trunk storm sewer system to eliminate

flooding near the homes without increasing peak discharges to

the downstream system.

SRF is currently preparing construction documents which will

allow a phased approach to maximize funding benefits.


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GTE is a specialist to the pavement and site development industry. We provide geotechnical and geosynthetic engineering for Municipal, County, State and Federal projects for roads, bridges, ponds and other applications. We are members of the American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC) transportation committee. We have served on the Mn/DOT-ACEC liaison committee and have served on the Transportation Research Board committee AFS-70-Geosynthetics. GTE performs subsurface explorations, laboratory and field testing and instrumentation, geotechnical studies and GTE prepares plans/specifications for specialty portions of projects. GTE presents seminars at Universities, for State LTAP programs and for private organizations on the geotechnical aspects of infrastructure development throughout the U.S. A sampling of our experience is referenced by the following projects:

ANOKA COUNTY HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT Blaine/Ham Lake, Minnesota CSAH 52/CSAH 116 Subsurface Investigation, Geotechnical Evaluation and Pavement Recommendations for Road Expansion with Areas Near Peat Soils and Double-Ring Infiltrometer Testing for Stormwater Detention PondsMr. Dan Frey, P.E. 763-862-4209

Coon Rapids, Minnesota CSAH 9 Subsurface Investigation, Geotechnical Evaluation and Pavement Recommendations for Turn Lane Expansion including storm water detention areasMr. Dan Frey, P.E. 763-862-4209

Coon Rapids/Blaine, Minnesota CSAH 51 Subsurface Investigation, Geotechnical Evaluation and Pavement Recommendations for Road Expansion and Double-Ring Infiltrometer Testing for Stormwater Detention PondsMr. Dan Frey, P.E. 763-862-4209

Ham Lake, MinnesotaCounty Road 60 Evaluation over Peat Bogs Mr. Jon Olson, P.E. 763-754-3520

Ham Lake, Minnesota CSAH 18 Subsurface Investigation, Geotechnical Evaluation and Pavement Recommendations for Expansion and Double-Ring Infiltrometer Testing for Stormwater Detention PondsMr. Dan Frey, P.E. 763-862-4209

Ramsey, Minnesota CSAH 57 Subsurface Investigation, Geotechnical Evaluation and Pavement Recommendations for Road Expansion Mr. Dan Frey, P.E. 763-862-4209

BALDWIN TOWNSHIP Baldwin Township, Minnesota 277th St. Widening into Wetland Mr. Rick Johnson 763-389-2827

BLUE EARTH COUNTY HIGHWAY DEPARTMENTBlue Earth County, Minnesota C.S.A.H. – 90 Bypass Embankment and Pavements and Storm Water Retention Pond EvaluationMr. Alan Forsberg, P.E. 507-625-3281

Lake Crystal, Minnesota Subsurface Exploration, Evaluation and Preparation of Plans and Specifications andConstruction Monitoring For CSAH 20 Embankment Over 60 ft of Peat. In Lake Crystal, MN Mr. Alan Forsberg, P.E. 507-625-3281

Madison Lake, Minnesota Subsurface Exploration, Evaluation and Preparations of Plans and Specifications and Construction Monitoring for New CSAH 26 Embankment over Multiple Areas of PeatMr. Alan Forsberg, P.E. 507-625-3281



BROOKLYN PARK, CITY OF Brooklyn Park, Minnesota Subsurface Exploration, Geotechnical Engineering and Pavement Recommendations including ponding requirements for Road and Utility Projects throughout the City for the period 1997-present. Mr. Gary Defries 763-493-8103

CARVER COUNTY HIGHWAY DEPARTMENTCarver County, Minnesota Evaluation of C.S.A.H. 11 (Engler Road) over peat using geosynthetic reinforced sections Mr. Rick Arnoldi/Mr. Bill Weckman 952-361-1010

Carver County, Minnesota C.R. 17 Widening over 40 ft. of peat using geosynthetic reinforcement and stage loading program. Mr. Jay Molino/Mr. Kurt Kallio/ Mr. Roger Gustafson, P.E. 952-361-1010

CROW WING COUNTY HIGHWAY DEPARTMENTCrow Wing County, Minnesota C.S.A.H. 2 over peat soils Mr. Duane Blanck, P.E. 218-824-1110

Crow Wing County, Minnesota C.S.A.H. 26 Embankment Failure into peat and redesign evaluation Mr. Bob Flansberg 218-824-1110

Crow Wing County, Minnesota Mud Pot Evaluation during reconstruction of C.S.A.H. 2 Mr. Duane Blanck, P.E. 218-824-1110

Crow Wing County, Minnesota Subsurface Exploration, Evaluation and Preparation of Plans and Specifications for 1000 ft. long – 13 ft high vegetated faced retaining wall for slope retention and new sewer utilities along Riverside Drive in Brainerd, MN. Mr. Rob Hall 218-824-1110

FARIBAULT COUNTY Faribault, Minnesota Geotechnical Evaluation and Pavement Recommendations for CSAH 11 over plastic clay soils. Mr. John McDonald, P.E.

507-526-3291

FILLMORE COUNTY HIGHWAY DEPT. Chatfield, Minnesota Geotechnical Engineering for CR15 Landslide Evaluation and Repair

ISANTI COUNTY Isanti, Minnesota Evaluation and Design of CSAH 10 expansion over soft organic grounds using high-strength geotextiles. Mr. Richard Heilman, P.E. 320-864-3156

LE SUEUR COUNTY HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT Le Sueur County, Minnesota Subsurface Exploration, Geotechnical Engineering and Pavement Subgrade Recommendations for CSAH 11 and CSAH 26 over organic soils. Mr. Darrell Pettis, P.E.

McLEOD COUNTY HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT McLeod County, Minnesota Evaluation and Design of CSAH 3 over peat bog using high strength geotextiles. Mr. Richard Kjonaas, P.E. 320-864-3156

McLeod County, Minnesota Evaluation of Settlement for C.S.A.H.1 Mr. Rick Kjonaas, P.E./Mr. Kevin Allen 320-864-3156

MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF TRANPORTATIONRochester, Minnesota Subsurface exploration for three new bridges and pavement approach areas across Hwy. 52 at 65th, 75th

and 85th Avenues in Rochester, MN Mr. Rich Lamb, P.E. 651-779-5595

Mabel and Winona, Minnesota Subsurface Exploration for two bridges and pavement approach areas in Mabel and Winona, MN. Mr. Rich Lamb, P.E. 651-779-5595

Coon Rapids, Minnesota Subsurface exploration for new bridge and pavement areas for T.H. 242 over Coon Creek in Coon Rapids, MN. Mr. Blake Nelson, P.E. 651-779-5599



Mankato, Minnesota Subsurface exploration and geotechnical and Pavement Recommendations for proposed new District 7 Headquarters. Mr. Ron Lagerquist 651-

Preston and Fountain, Minnesota Subsurface exploration for four new retaining walls and two culverts along US 52. Mr. Rich Lamb, P.E. 651-779-5595

St. James, Minnesota Subsurface exploration for two culverts and bridge over Watenwan River along T.H. 4. Mr. Rich Lamb, P.E. 651-779-5595

St. Michael, Minnesota Subsurface exploration, Reinforced Slope Design and Real-Time Instrumentation Installation and Monitoring System for T.H. 241 at I-94. Mr. Derrick Dassenbrook, P.E.

Rushford, Minnesota Subsurface exploration for bridge over Root River and pavement approach areas along T.H. 43. Mr. Rich Lamb, P.E. 651-779-5595

OHIO DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Columbus, Ohio Evaluation, preparation of plans and specifications and Construction monitoring of a $10,000,000 project involving a ½ mile long 20-40 ft. high geotextile reinforced embankment/concrete pavement constructed over lime sludge lagoons and for concrete pavements over dynamic compaction of debris fill for I-670 through downtown Columbus, OH. Mr. Gene Geiger, P.E., Mr. Randy Morris, P.E. 614-275-1318

PINE COUNTY Pine County, Minnesota Subsurface Exploration, Geotechnical Evaluation and High Strength Geotextile Design for CSAH 39, CSAH 15, C.R. 173, all constructed over peat. Mr. John Stieben, P.E. 320-629-5730

Virginia, Minnesota Geotechnical Design of Downtown Park and Parking Lot utilizing geosynthetics over soft ground. Mr. Bill Hennis

218-748-7500

Virginia, Minnesota Design and Plans/Specifications of ditch HDPE liner system through contaminated coal gasification plant Mr. Bill Hennis 218-748-7500

SHERBURNE COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENTBecker, Minnesota Biaxial geogrid recommendations for new pavement subgrade.Mr. Dan Knapek 763-241-7031

Cable, Minnesota Subsurface Exploration, Geotechnical Engineering and Pavement Recommendations for County Road 62. Mr. Dan Knapek 763-241-7031

Palmer and Santiago, Minnesota Subsurface Exploration, Geotechnical Engineering and Pavement Recommendations for CSAH 3. Mr. Dan Knapek 763-241-7031

WRIGHT COUNTY HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT Otsego, Minnesota Subsurface Exploration, Evaluation and Preparation of Plans and Specifications for Landslide Repair and Pavement Replacement of CSAH 42 along the Mississippi River. Project won 2004 MPWA “Project of the Year”. Mr. Wayne Fingalson, P.E.

Buffalo, Minnesota Evaluated CSAH 14 lightweight fill (shredded tires) for embankment reconstruction over failed section over peat. Mr. Virgil Hawkins, P.E.

WHEATON, CITY OF Wheaton, Minnesota Subsurface Exploration and Pavement and Subgrade Forensic Study of City Streets. Mr. James Strommen


Erin HunkEr, PE, CFMAssociate

AreAs of expertise

• Preliminary Design

• Final Design

• Hydraulic Analysis

• Construction Plans

educAtion

Master of Science in Engineering Professional Practice, University of Wisconsin-Madison, 2009

Bachelor of Science in Biosystems/Agricultural Engineering, University of Minnesota, 2002

registrAtion

Professional Engineer: Minnesota #45040 and North Dakota #PE-6657

certificAtion

Certified Floodplain Manager #32280

professionAl AffiliAtion

Minnesota Association of Floodplain Managers

Erin is an experienced engineer who specializes in drainage and

water resources engineering and design. She has excellent design,

hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, communication, and project

management skills. She has completed preliminary and final design,

produced construction documents, and obtained various permits for

stormwater management systems for various types of projects. Erin

excels at communicating with the client, stakeholders, and team

members throughout a project’s life, and is experienced in working on

complex urban and rural projects with multi-discipline teams. .

project experience

• Lake McCarrons Subwatershed Analysis: Assisted with the report for the Capitol Region Watershed District. Developed P8 Model and concept design for an underground BMP system to provide phosphorus removal for an urban watershed within the watershed district.

• Williston Intersection (US 2 & 18th Street): Designed and analyzed the stormwater management system for a new underpass at the 18th Street and US 2 Intersection and prepared the drainage portions of the construction plans. Completed concept design for several intersection layout alternatives, including a lift station and a large gravity storm sewer system..

• Williston Bypass, Williston, North Dakota: Completed the final design and construction plans for the stormwater management. The design included an urban section with storm sewer design and a rural section with several new and replacement culverts

project experience (With Previous Employers)

While working for a consultant as a water resources engineer/project

manager, Erin was responsible for water resources and drainage

engineering design, permitting, construction plans, and specifications

for civil works projects. She worked on the following:

• Completed preliminary and final design and hydrologic and hydraulic analysis of the stormwater management system for the Cayuga Bridge Project that included several infiltration and filtration basins to provide water quality treatment. Developed XPSWMM model for the project corridor and coordinated the design with the Capitol Region Watershed District to ensure permit requirements are met.


Erin HunkEr, PE, CFMAssociate

• Designed stormwater management system for the Hastings Bridge Design-Build project that incorporated wet detention and infiltration/filtration best management practices. Coordinated CLOMR and LOMR submittals to the Minnesota DNR and MnDOT for replacement of the TH 61 Bridge over the Mississippi River.

• Completed hydraulic analysis of natural, existing, and proposed conditions for eight bridges as part of the MoDOT’s Safe and Sound Bridge Improvement Program. Completed floodplain permitting and required hydraulic documentation for construction of the proposed bridges. Developed scope of work, budget, and project management plan for subconsultant contract.

• Analyzed and completed preliminary stormwater management system design for the Dresbach Bridge project to improve water quality treatment and to comply with state and local storm water regulations. Prepared drainage base mapping, conducted existing and proposed hydrologic and hydraulic analysis, and designed preliminary drainage improvements. Created Preliminary Water Resources Report and Drainage Overview Map for use in final design process.


DaviD FiliPiak, PE, CFMPrincipal

AreAs of expertise

• Hydrologic Modeling and Engineering

• Hydraulic Engineering

• Drainage Design

• Water Quality Modeling and Assessment

• Water Resources Planning

• Wetland Mitigation Site Evaluation/Design

educAtion

B.C.E., University of Minnesota, 1983

registrAtion

Professional Engineer: Minnesota #19596

certificAtion

Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM)

professionAl AffiliAtions

American Society of Civil Engineers

Association of State Floodplain Managers

David leads SRF’s Water Resources Group, providing review and oversight with 30 years of experience in engineering and water resources planning. His expertise includes stormwater management planning for site and highway projects, hydrologic and hydraulic modeling of both urban and rural watersheds, preliminary and final design for major storm sewer projects, regional and site-specific BMP design, and major wetland restoration projects. He excels at developing innovative stormwater treatment solutions that use treatment trains and evaluate performance, aesthetics and maintenance. Additionally, he has served on several technical advisory committees including the Minnehaha Creek Hydrology and Hydraulics Study, Local Road Research Board studies on BMPs, and the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency’s Water Quality Sampling Protocol Study.

WAter resources And environmentAl plAnning projects

• Central Corridor Green Infrastructure Study, Saint Paul & Minneapolis. The Green Infrastructure Study involved looking at methods of incorporating stormwater management in a way that could be shared among property owners and stacked with other functions in an effort to create vibrant places and allow higher densities of development along the new corridor. The project included both a technical and policy tracks and a technical advisory committee, which included both watershed and municipal staff from multiple departments within Minneapolis and Saint Paul. The technical track included an advanced design element that studied methods of sharing stormwater management between private and public entities within a multitude of spaces for both large and small sites. David served as senior advisor, task manager, and provided quality control.

• Cedar Avenue BRT Stormwater Management, Apple Valley/Lakeville, Dakota County. Stormwater management for Cedar Avenue, which includes both trunk highway and county road designations, included a detailed look at the trunk sewer infrastructure and methods of meeting water quality and quantity goals for the corridor. The trunk sewer was reviewed using three criteria: condition, location and hydraulic capacity. If trunk sewer met the three criteria it remained in place to reduce construction costs as well as reducing impact to construction staging. XP-SWMM was used to analyze the system. Stormwater BMPs were also studied and implemented along the corridor where possible through significant coordination with city staff. The stormwater management plan was implemented and constructed. David served as senior advisor to the team.

• Robert Street Reconstruction, West Saint Paul. Stormwater management within this highly developed trunk highway corridor included studying a number of methods of treating water in locations where space was available, as well as other methods where reconstruction would occur. The trunk storm sewer was studied for condition, location and hydraulic capacity and only replaced if it failed in one of the three criteria. The project will include stormwater BMPs in available space along the corridor. David served as senior advisor to the team for the project.


• University of Minnesota TCF Bank Stadium, Minneapolis. Provided oversight and technical assistance for the development of the stormwater management plan for the outdoor football stadium. The stormwater plan addressed each stage to protect the downstream watercourse, the Mississippi River. The final plan utilizes numerous water quality BMPs, including pervious concrete paving, bioretention areas, filtration systems, and an underground cartridge filter system, as well as a dry pond area which will attenuate large storm events.

• Heritage Park Redevelopment, Minneapolis. Managed the water resource effort for the redevelopment from master planning through construction of the 100-acre redevelopment. The eight year project includes numerous innovative water resource elements that went through rigorous planning and design reviews to balance the public and private sector needs for performance, aesthetics and maintenance. Elements were designed to utilize processes and equipment common to the Minneapolis Public Works maintenance crews as well as to processes employed by the Minneapolis Parks Department.

• Hastings Bridge Engineering Assistance, Hastings. As project manager, responsible guiding the conceptual design and evaluation of multiple BMP alternatives with respect to size, aesthetics, maintenance, and life cycle costs. The BMPs designed and evaluated included multiple filtration basins, a structural pollution control device (grit chamber), and various underground sand filter configurations. Water quality models were utilized to evaluate the effectiveness of the BMPs for the removal of total phosphorus and total suspended solids. Life cycle costs established over a 25-year period along with expected pollutant removal efficiencies and maintenance considerations were used to evaluate each BMP.

• Snelling Greenstreets Workshop, Saint Paul. Working with the Riverfront Corporation design staff, suggested and evaluated various BMPs based on existing infrastructure and other design elements. The design team identified a number of potential stormwater BMPs that responded to redevelopment and other needs along this very busy stretch of Snelling Avenue from I-94 north to Energy Park Drive.

• Washington County Government Center Stormwater Management Plan and Final Design, Stillwater. Provided project oversight and technical assistance for the campus stormwater management planning effort. The plan studied the benefits of both individual and regional types of stormwater systems on both providing stormwater quality and rate control to protect the downstream creek which drains directly to the St. Croix River. The water quality modeling demonstrated the alternate systems would exceed the 20 percent nutrient reduction goal for waters draining to the St. Croix River.

• Ft. Lewis College Stormwater Management Planning and Innovative BMP Design, Durango, Colorado. Technical expert and project manager regarding development of a stormwater BMP system for the campus. Oversaw hydrologic and hydraulic modeling to solve flooding issues and to assist the design team in designing a series of treatment facilities that responded to the colleges desire for cutting edge innovation in stormwater management. Design accounted for the arid climate and plant species, the location on a mesa overlooking the Animas River, and tight underlying soils.

DaviD FiliPiak, PE, CFMPrincipal


Joni GiEsE, asla, aiCPSenior Associate

AreAs of expertise:• Urban Design

• Land Use and Comprehensive Planning

• Site Analysis

• Streetscape Design

• Pedestrian/Bicycle Planning and Design

• Park & Greenway Design

• Complete Streets

• Station Area Planning

• Traffic Calming

• Stormwater Management and Treatment Design

• Transit Oriented Development (TOD)

educAtion

M.S. and M.L.A., University of Minnesota, 1996, 1997

B.S., Accounting, Mankato State University, 1986

registrAtion

Landscape Architect: Minnesota #26993

certificAtion

American Institute of Certified Planners #023860


American Society of Landscape Architects 2008 President - Minnesota Chapter

American Planning Association

continuing educAtion

SRF Quality Management Training

Joni has 18 years of experience in landscape architecture and urban design.

Her expertise includes urban planning and design, station area planning and

transit-oriented development, green infrastructure, streetscape design, trail

and pedestrian planning, and complete streets. Joni has facilitated numerous

projects that require an integrated approach where community infrastructure

(water resources, parks/open spaces, utilities, land use and multimodal

transportation) requirements must be synthesized into a vital, creative, and

aesthetically pleasing public amenity.

stormWAter mAnAgement & urbAn design experience

• Washington County Government Center Stormwater Treatment, Stillwater, Minnesota. Facilitated brainstorming session with client to determine stormwater treatment approach. Collaborated with SRF water resource department to develop stormwater treatment approach and concept layout.

• MPCA Stormwater Minimal Impact Design Standards. As the ASLA-MN representative, Joni is a member of the MIDS Work Group that provides guidance and recommendations to the MPCA as the agency works to develop legislatively mandated performance standards, design standards or other tools to enable and promote the implementation of low impact development and other stormwater management techniques.

• St. Paul Riverfront Corporation Outreach Program, Saint Paul, Minnesota. Provided water quality expertise during design charrettes and development consultations. Assisted in developing a water quality best management practices manual and outreach workshop geared towards policy makers, city staff, landscape architects and developers.

• LRRB Stormwater Maintenance Best Management Practices Resource Guide. Coauthor of the resource guide that provides city and county engineers with a tool that they can customize for use in inspecting and maintaining stormwater facilities for which they are responsible.

• Prospect Park 2020 Pre-development Framework Plan, Minneapolis, Minnesota. Currently working with neighborhood representatives to synthesize previous and on-going studies and develop the neighborhood’s 2020 vision for the project area.

• Central Corridor Stormwater and Green Infrastructure Plan, Saint Paul, Minnesota: Led study that investigated how stormwater management practices help advance TOD goals along the Green Line (Central Corridor LRT) while complying with current stormwater regulations. Specifically, the study addressed the feasibility of implementing shared, stacked-function green infrastructure (SSGI) that provided additional social, economic, and environmental benefits in ultra-urban locales.


Joni GiEsE, asla, aiCPSenior Associate

• Wayzata Lakefront Vision Plan, Wayzata, Minnesota. Worked with city stakeholders to develop a redevelopment vision that would strengthen connections between the city’s downtown and Lake Minnetonka. Primary issues addressed included improved crossings of an active railroad, improved lakefront connectivity, enhanced environmental sustainability and seasonal recreation opportunities.

• Heritage Park Redevelopment, Minneapolis, Minnesota. Participated in the development of a 135-acre site master plan. Project Manager for the implementation of all public streets, utilities, parks and amenities for this award-winning project.

• Daylighting Shingle Creek Framework Plan, Brooklyn Center, Minnesota. Managed the development of a plan for a restored creek that will revitalize the area’s identity, create a recreational amenity and retail asset, catalyze economic development and restore habitat.

• Minneapolis, Minnesota, Design Guidelines for Street Trees and Boulevards. Managed the development of the design guidelines. Met with technical team comprised of City staff and Minneapolis Tree Advisory Committee. The guidelines address design, selection, installation and maintenance considerations to support healthy vegetation within safe street environments.


natHEn Will, PESenior Associate

AreAs of expertise

• Preliminary Design

• Final Design

• Highways

• Utilities

• Streets (State & Federal Aid)

• Plans / Specifications / Contract Documents

• Construction Administration

• Site Grading

educAtion

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, South Dakota State University, 1992

registrAtions

Professional Engineer: Minnesota #26391 and Illinois #062.052162


American Public Works Association

continuing educAtion

Context Sensitive Design, 2004

SRF Quality Management Training

Nathen manages and designs a variety of municipal, highway,

trail and site development projects. He has 20 years of experience

in engineering, including project management, feasibility studies,

preliminary and final design, coordination with public agencies,

and construction administration. Nathen has significant experience

with local municipal and State Aid design including projects with

complex utility design and construction staging.

project experience

• CSAH 14 Design-Build, Champlin, Minnesota. Anoka County is managing the first county-led design-build roadway project in Minnesota. The project reconstructed three miles of CSAH 14 (between TH 65 and Hanson Boulevard) and converted the two-lane road to a four-lane divided urban roadway. The design for CSAH 14 included a new bridge over the BNSF Railroad, replacement of five traffic signals, several water quality ponds, realignment of a portion of County Ditch 60 near the Blaine High School, significant utility coordination and relocations, multiple construction stages requiring temporary traffic control measures and traffic detours, and an aggressive five-month design and construction schedule. Nathen was the lead roadway design engineer responsible for roadway alignments, geometry, profiles, cross-sections and pedestrian access.

• CSAH 18 (Lyman Boulevard) Reconstruction, Carver County, Minnesota. This challenging project involved reconstructing an existing two-lane rural roadway to a four-lane urban roadway from Audubon Road to Galpin Boulevard. The construction plans were expedited to coordinate with the planned opening of the new Chanhassen High School in the fall of 2009, which included three signalized entrances to CSAH 18. Nathen served as the lead design engineer for each phase of the project.

• TH 212 and Prairie Center Drive Final Design, Eden Prairie, Minnesota. As retail development grew and the area became more popular as a retail destination, traffic congestion grew to unacceptable levels. SRF was selected to prepare preliminary and final design plans for reconstructing the intersection of TH 212 and Prairie Center Drive to include double left-turn lanes and a right-turn acceleration lane. Nathen was the project’s lead design engineer.

• TH 242 Final Design, Coon Rapids, Minnesota. The existing two-lane roadway was widened to include a median to improve safety at the intersection of Flintwood Street by not allowing left-turn movements.


natHEn Will, PESenior Associate

• CSAH 4 and Eden Prairie Road Preliminary and Final Design, Eden Prairie, Minnesota. This $5 million project consisted of four separate construction plans between the years of 2000 and 2004. Eden Prairie Road, a two-lane facility, was reconstructed, and CSAH 4 was realigned from CSAH 1 to Riley Creek. The project also included design of two large sanitary lift stations, one temporary sanitary lift station, approximately two miles of forcemain and over two miles of gravity sanitary sewer line.

• TH 242 Final Design, Anoka County, Minnesota. This $1.7 million project reconstructed the bus-stopping lanes at an existing railroad crossing. The project also included widening of the existing two-lane roadway to include a signal and left-turn lanes at Jefferson Street, which serves as the primary access to a local school.

• CSAH 14 Preliminary and Final Design, Anoka County, Minnesota. The project involves three miles of CSAH 14 from I-35W to I-35E through the cities of Lino Lakes and Centerville. SRF completed an Alternative Analysis Report, preliminary design, and Environmental Assessment. Following the preliminary design phase, SRF assisted the County through final design and construction. Nathen served as the lead design engineer for each phase of the project which would be complicated by complex soil correction and construction staging including minimizing right of way takings.

• County Road 19 Grade-Separated Trail Crossing, Medina, Minnesota. The project included constructing a grade-separated trail crossing and relocating the existing at-grade trail crossing. The project also included relocation of two sanitary forcemain from under the trail crossing.

• CSAH 30 Final Design, Maple Grove, Minnesota. The existing two-lane roadway, which served the I-94 interchange, was realigned and expanded to a four-lane roadway. The $5.7 million project included a grade-separated trail crossing and a 650-foot bridge over I-94.

• Pioneer Trail and CSAH 11 Conceptual Planning, Carver County, Minnesota. The existing roadway system between Pioneer Trail and CSAH 11 is segmented over several local roadways. Conceptual planning is underway to connect the two roadways with a continuous four-lane roadway with a grade-separated rail crossing.

• Hayden Lake Road Feasibility Study, Champlin, Minnesota. This challenging feasibility study involved reconstructing an existing two-lane rural roadway to a three- and five-lane urban roadway from TH 169 to Vera Street. The project resides in a narrow residential corridor and right of way takings are a complex issue.


niCHolE sCHlEPP, asla Associate – Landscape Architect

AreAs of expertise

• Urban Design

• Community Design/Town Center Planning

• Regional Planning and Design

• Conceptual and Detail Design

• Site Planning and Design

• Park and Recreation Design

• Trail Planning and Design

• Visual Impact Assessments

educAtion

M.L.A., University of Minnesota, 2005

B.A., Gustavus Adolphus College, Graduated Magna Cum Laude, 2000

registrAtion

Landscape Architect: #50143 Minnesota

certificAtion

Council of Landscape Architectural Registration Boards (CLARB)


American Society of Landscape Architects

recognition/AWArds

2008 Award of Excellence in Planning & Analysis – Minnesota River State Trail Alignment Options: Redwood Falls to Saint Peter, Minnesota.

2007 Research Partnership Award – Center for Transportation Studies for I-394 MnPASS Phase II Study

Nichole has eight years of experience in landscape architecture and

planning including urban design, master planning, and conceptual

design for a variety of projects ranging in scale from small urban

plazas to large regional systems. She has expertise in community

design and planning and frequently conducts design feasibility studies

for public agencies and developers. Nichole is also known for her

ability to clearly communicate design concepts and solutions through

visually compelling illustrations. She is an Adjunct Assistant Professor

at the University of Minnesota in the College of Design where she

teaches a graduate level course in representation for landscape

architecture.

project experience

Since joining SRF, Nichole has worked on the following projects:

• Central Corridor Green Infrastructure and Stormwater, Saint Paul, Minnesota

• Wayzata Lake Effect Planning Framework and Community Engagement, Wayzata, Minnesota

• Community Development Design, Epping, North Dakota

• “The Preserve” Community Development Design, West Fargo, North Dakota

• Community Master Planning and Design, Jamestown, North Dakota

• Medical Office Development Review, Minnetonka, Minnesota

• Downtown Parking Study, Willmar, Minnesota

• Prospect Park 2020 Station Area/TOD Plan Minneapolis, Minnesota

• Northstar Corridor TOD Studies, Hennepin County, Minnesota

• Downtown Planning Study, Hanover, Minnesota

• Robert Street Pedestrian Connectivity Study, West Saint Paul, Minnesota

• 63rd Avenue and Bottineau Boulevard Land Use and TOD Plan, Hennepin County, Minnesota

• Southwest LRT Station Area Planning, Hennepin County, Minnesota

• Cedar Avenue (CSAH 23) BRT Final Design, Dakota County, Minnesota

• Trunk Highway 10 Turnback Project, Staples, Minnesota

• Fargo-Moorhead Area Diversion Recreation and Use Master Plan, Fargo, North Dakota

• Urban Plains Park Master Plan, Fargo, North Dakota


AreAs of expertise

• Hydrologic & Hydraulic Modeling

• Stormwater Best Management Practice Design

• Water Reuse Budgeting

educAtion

Bachelor of Civil Engineering, Environmental Emphasis, University of Minnesota, 2012

registrAtion

Engineer in Training


American Society of Civil Engineers

models

MicroStation

AutoCAD

ArcGIS

XP-SWMM

Culvert Master

HydroCAD

HY-8

P-8

WinSLAMM

volunteer experience

Annual Future City Competition Team Mentor

lisa BrEuEngineer

Lisa has valuable experience in water resources engineering including

hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, rural and urban drainage

design, stormwater management, and stormwater reuse. She has

worked on the design of culverts, storm sewers, and stormwater

best management practices (BMPs). Lisa joined SRF after receiving

her bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with an Environmental

Emphasis and minors in Sustainability Studies and Ecological

Engineering from the University of Minnesota in 2012. During her

undergraduate studies, Lisa gained experience in cost estimation,

plan preparation, data collection and analysis, and soils and materials

testing.

project experience

• Robert Street Reconstruction, West Saint Paul, Minnesota

• I-39 Drainage Design, Stevens Point, Wisconsin

• Central Corridor Stormwater / Green Infrastructure Design Development, St. Paul, Minnesota

• Williston Truck Route, Williston, North Dakota

• CSAH 112 Preliminary Design, Hennepin County, Minnesota

• 46th Street Reconstruction Preliminary Design, Minneapolis, Minnesota

• CSAH 24 Channel Stability Analysis, Cannon Fall, Minnesota

• Lake Elmo Park Nordic Center BMP Maintenance Plan, Washington County, Minnesota

• Lake Vermillion State Park Drainage Design, Soudan, Minnesota

• US 83 Northwest Bypass Drainage Design, Minot, North Dakota

• Ridgedale Drive I-394 WB On-Ramp, Preliminary Drainage Design, Minnetonka, Minnesota


DATE: July 17, 2014

TO: CRWD Board of Managers

FROM: Mark Doneux, Administrator

RE: Authorization of BMP Inspector Position

Background

Corey Poland, the current the Permit Inspector will be leaving the District effective September 5th. The

2014 Adopted CRWD budget included an additional 0.75 FTE of staff time that was allocated to Permit

Inspection. The proposed 2015 budget includes a 1.0 FTE Permit Inspector position.

Issues

A revised position description has been included for this position that provides a Grade increase from

Grade 6 to 8 and a salary range of $42,400 -$63,600, formerly $34,000-$51,000. The position description

was developed from discussions with staff and a review of other similar positions from other Metro

Watershed Districts. This Position is responsible for providing technical assistance in water resource

protection and planning. Special emphasis will be placed on assisting with inspection of permitted sites

to ensure compliance with District rules and assisting with GIS and database management. Assist with

the monitoring and inspection of District, Partner and Grantee Best Management Practices (BMPs). The

title of the position has also been slightly changed from Permit Inspector to BMP Inspector to allow for

inspection of District, Partner and Grantee BMPs.

Due time constraints to get this position on the Board Agenda as soon as possible the Personnel Committee

has not had an opportunity to review this position.

Requested Action

Establish the BMP Inspector position and authorize the Administrator to advertise and fill the position.

enc: Draft Position Description – BMP Inspector

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July 23, 2014

V. Action Items

E) Authorize BMP Inspector

Position (Doneux)

GRADE: 8

JOB CLASSIFICATION: Technical Specialist II

POSITION TITLE: Water Resource Technician – BMP Inspector

REPORTS TO: Regulatory and Construction Program Manager

STATUS: Full time, exempt (from F.L.S.A.)

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE:

Perform skilled to highly skilled duties providing technical assistance in water resource protection and

planning as it relates to the implementation of District goals and objectives.

POSITION OBJECTIVE: This Position is responsible for providing technical assistance in water

resource protection and planning. Special emphasis will be placed on assisting with inspection of

permitted sites to ensure compliance with District rules and assisting with GIS and database

management. Assist with the monitoring and inspection of District, Partner and Grantee Best

Management Practices (BMPs).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Primary work with the Permit Program will be assisting with the inspection of permitted sites

to ensure compliance with District rules for temporary and permanent stormwater Best

Management Practices (BMPs). Initiate enforcement actions when necessary and ensure well

documented correspondence to permittees. Other Permit Program duties will include assisting

with permit close outs, the review of permit applications, site plans, and other materials;

perform investigations and research needed to issue permits. Help maintain complete records

of permit applications and associated database.

2. Assist with monitoring and inspection of the District, Partner and Grantee stormwater BMPs.

This work will include routine field inspections to assess the function and performance of

stormwater BMPs. Perform regular maintenance inspections of BMPs as necessary. Monitor

and document the long term effectiveness of the District’s BMPs. Maintain collaborate

partnerships with local units of government for BMP maintenance. Assist staff with updating

procedures for proper BMP, inspection, maintenance and operation.

3. Assist with the data entry and data management for the District’s BMP Database. Create maps

using ArcGIS 10.2 and assist with the District GIS Program.

4. Use word processing, spreadsheet, and database management software (such as Word, Excel,

Access, PowerPoint, etc.) to produce correspondence, reports, forms, and technical

information.

5. Compose letters, memoranda, reports, and other written communications. Assist staff with

surveys and collect/research data for special projects.

6. Keep staff informed of meetings, events, and deadlines by disseminating written and verbal

information in a timely manner.

7 Attend and participate in staff meetings to keep abreast of staff activities and to share

information with them so that work efforts can be coordinated when necessary.

8. Perform other duties as needed or required.

(The examples given above are intended only as illustrations of various types of work performed and

are not necessarily all-inclusive. This position description is subject to change as the needs of the

employer and requirements of the position change.)

SALARY

$42,000 – 63,600 depending on qualifications and experience, plus benefits.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Two years of professional work experience is preferred. Bachelor of Science degree, or equivalent in

the field of Limnology, Water Resources, Earth Science, Water Resource management, Natural

Resources or related field. Experience with construction sites, erosion and sediment control practices,

development site plan reviews, stormwater management and Best Management Practices.

Understanding of construction plans, drawings and stormwater volume control practices. Effective

verbal communication and conflict resolution skills are essential to this position. Ability to effectively

communicate permit requirements with contractors, landowners and other regulatory staff.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES

1. Desired Qualifications.

Familiarity with watershed district volume control standards and practices, Stormwater

Pollution Prevention Plans and NPDES Permit requirements

2. Minimum Software Experience

Proficiency with a personal computer (PC), tablet and Microsoft software packages for word

processing, spreadsheet, database management and computer generated graphics. Specifically,

but not limited to, Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint. Ability to effectively

use email and internet applications and other common software applications.

3. Desired Software Experience.

Experience using work specific software including: ArcGIS 10.2, tablet and database

applications as wells as GPS software.

4. Field Work.

The field work component of this position is significant and includes, but is not limited to:

lifting of items weighing 60#, walking over rough terrain, working in all variety of weather

conditions, working inside of confined spaces such as storm sewers and stormwater BMPs,

removing debris from stormwater BMPs.

5. General Skills and Abilities

Ability to take direction, work independently with a minimum of supervision, use good time

management practices, possess the ability to set priorities and balance large volumes of diverse

work.

Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with Supervisor, Administrator,

staff, CRWD Board of Managers, Citizens Advisory Committee, Ramsey Conservation District

staff, Ramsey County staff, City and agency staff, members of the public, Contractors,

Developers, Developer Engineers and other interested parties.

Ability to effectively communicate orally and in written form. Ability and skill with analysis,

planning, and implementation of monitoring programs and solutions. Ability to research and

prepare detailed reports and analyses.

Must have valid Minnesota driver’s license and have vehicle available for periodic business use

on a mileage reimbursement basis. The vehicle must have insurance approved by the District.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None, unless otherwise assigned. Occasionally provide work direction for and lead a team of seasonal

employees and/or volunteers.

RESPONSIBILITY FOR PUBLIC CONTACT

High level of public contact requiring tact, courtesy and good judgment.

EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION: Salaried, exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor

Standards Act.

The Capitol Region Watershed District embraces and values diversity and seeks to recruit, promote

and retain employees that reflect the diverse community we serve. We believe that multilingual and

bilingual staff and a diverse mix of employees enrich the workplace and enhance the quality of our

service. The Capitol Region Watershed District encourages all qualified to apply for open position.

NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY

The Capitol Region Watershed District will not discriminate against or harass any employee or

applicant for employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, disability,

age, marital status, sexual orientation, or status with regard to public assistance.

WATER RESOURCE TECHNICIAN III

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND JOB DESCRIPTION SUPPLEMENT

WORK ENVIRONMENT

1.) Normal shift = eight (8) hours for five (5) consecutive days. Occasional evening meetings

required.

2.) Work location varies from controlled indoor environment to working outdoors.

3.) Stress level varies from low to very high.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Type of Activity

Frequency Walking/standing:

M/S

Sitting:

M

Standing in One Place:

M

Climbing:

O

Pulling/Pushing:

M/S

Crawling/Kneeling/Squatting:

M/S

Bending/Stooping:

M/S

Twisting/Turning:

M/S

Repetitive movement:

M/S

Lifting waist to shoulder:

M/S

Lifting knee to waist:

M/S

Lifting floor to knee:

M/S

S = Significant M = Moderate O= Occasional

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DATE: July 17, 2014 TO: Board of Managers FROM: Mark Doneux, Administrator RE: Amend Office Remodeling Budget

Background At the May 7, 2014 Board Meeting the Managers approved an agreement for Real Estate Services with DTZ. At the June 18th Board Meeting the Board President and Administrator were authorized to execute a Lease Extension – Option #2, with a one year extension and a one year option and authorized Administrator to implement remodeling consistent with Preliminary Fit Plan not to exceed $15,000. Issues As part of the Lease Extension, a minor office remodel is proposed to provide adequate space for our existing staff on the east side of the office and provide three additional work stations for future staff as well as a small meeting area. Currently eight staff work on the east side of the office and the Preliminary Fit Plan developed with DTZ would provide work stations for 10 as well as a small informal meeting area. The plan is to incorporate the remodeling work as part of the Lease Extension. The proposed remodeling costs are not know but estimated to be in the $10,000-$15,000 range. CRWD will work with DTZ and their architect to complete the work and get reimbursed $1,500 from Cassidy Turley. Staff has worked with DTZ Americas, Inc. to begin planning for the office remodel. Two quotes have been received to date, one for $27,000 the other for $35,000. We are soliciting one more bid and have done some value engineering to try to reduce costs. Since the lowest quote will likely exceed the project budget of $15,000, staff will be requesting a budget amendment to complete the remodeling work. Action Requested Authorize Administrator to implement remodeling consistent with Preliminary Fit Plan not to exceed an amount to be determined. enc: Preliminary Fit Plan Klar Dig Proposal 7-7-14 M-Con Proposal 7-7-14 W:\01 Administration\Facility Management\2014 Remodel\Board Memo - District Office Facility Update 7-17-14.docx

July 17, 2014 V. Action Items F)

Amend Office Remodeling Budget (Doneux)


www.klardig.com | Phone 612.260.5755 | Fax 612.260.5754 Klär Dig Construction, Inc. | 632 Mendelssohn Ave. N. | Minneapolis, MN 55427

July 7, 2014 Ms. Kate Gillette DTZ 333 South Seventh Street, Suite 1370 Minneapolis, MN 55402 Re: Capitol Region Watershed District 1410 Energy Park Drive St. Paul, MN 55108 Dear Ms. Gillette: Per your request, we are providing you with a preliminary proposal for the above-referenced project. Our preliminary proposal is based on a jobsite walk thru, a fit plan dated 5/27/14, and subcontractor bids in conjunction with the attached Cost Spreadsheet and Clarifications & Qualifications. Please note the following:

1. Our projected cost for this project is $37,164. Please see attached Cost Spreadsheet and Clarifications & Qualifications.

2. Our projected schedule for this project is 4-5 weeks.

3. Our proposal is subject to change due to revisions made by the City of St. Paul in compliance with any Federal, State and/or local codes.

Thank you for the opportunity to work with you on this project. If you have and questions or need clarification, please call me at 612-260-5755. Sincerely, Nate Downing President Attachments: Cost Spreadsheet, Clarifications & Qualifications

Confidential Page 1 of 1 Confidential

Capitol Region Watershed District Date: 7/7/141410 Energy Park Drive Square Footage: N/ASt. Paul, MN 55108

Section Description Notes Base BidDesign, Permits & InsuranceBuilding Permit AllowanceSAC/WAC AllowanceTesting & Inspections AllowanceGeneral Liability Insurance $275Builders Risk InsuranceGeneral ConditionsSupervision $3,300General Cleaning $200Final Cleaning $200Dumpsters and/or Removal Fees $350Equipment Rental & Tools $150Construction

02060 Demolition $2,90006200 Carpentry $1,50006400 Architectural Millwork $60008100 Doors, Frames, Hardware $3,71409250 Gypsum Drywall $6,70009300 Ceramic Tile09510 Acoustical Ceilings $2,50009680 Carpet Patch $1,20009900 Painting & Staining $2,05010800 Toilet & Bath Accessories15300 Fire Protection $1,39015400 Plumbing15500 HVAC $2,85616000 Electrical $3,900

ContingencyContractor Fee $3,379

Grand Total $37,164

CAPITOL REGION WATERSHED DISTRICT CLARIFICATIONS & QUALIFICATIONS

7/7/14

PAGE 1 OF 2

Division 1: General Requirements Inclusions:

• General liability insurance • Supervision • General cleaning • Final cleaning • Dumpsters and/or removal fees

Exclusions: • Building permit allowance • SAC/WAC • Infection Control • Builders risk insurance • Temporary heat/utilities • Architectural design • Structural engineering • Construction testing and inspections • Landlord restrictions and/or requirements • Exterior signage • Furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E) • Asbestos abatement/hazardous materials removal • X-raying/tracing for any existing conduits, structural cables, etc. • Phasing • Overtime

Clarifications: • “Provide” is defined as “Furnish and Install” herein. • Builders risk insurance is not included and is to be provided by the Owner. • This project will be performed during normal business hours without phasing. • This project will utilize union and non-union labor.

Division 2: Site Work • Demolition as necessary for new floor plan

Division 3: Concrete – No Work Division 4: Masonry – No Work Division 5: Metals – No Work Division 6: Wood & Plastics

• Provide new wood base to match existing Division 7: Thermal & Moisture Protection – No Work Division 8: Doors & Windows

• Provide (4) 3’0” x 6’8” doors, frames, and hardware Division 9: Finishes

• Build new gypsum walls to underside of grid only • Patch ceiling tile where walls were removed • Patch carpet demo scars, where walls were removed, with accent strip • Paint new walls, stain new wood doors and new wood base

CAPITOL REGION WATERSHED DISTRICT CLARIFICATIONS & QUALIFICATIONS

7/7/14

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Division 10: Specialties – No Work Division 11: Equipment – No Work Division 12: Furnishings – No Work Division 13: Special Construction – No Work Division 14: Conveying Systems – No Work Division 15: Mechanical Systems Fire Protection

• Add/relocate sprinkler heads as necessary for new floor plan Plumbing – No Work Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning (HVAC)

• Add/relocate grilles/registers/diffusers as necessary for new floor plan Division 16: Electrical Systems

• Relocate (1) thermostat • Relocate lights as necessary • Wire (9) work stations with Owner-provided furniture whips • Provide (9) voice/data rough-ins only – cabling by others • Provide (4) new 2x4 lights • Provide (4) duplex receptacles • Provide (3) single pole switches • It is assumed home runs to electrical panel are 50 lineal feet or less • Voice/data cabling is excluded • Security system work is excluded • Fire alarm work is excluded

End of Clarifications & Qualifications


DATE: July 18, 2014

TO: CRWD Board of Managers


RE: Preliminary 2015 Budget and Levy for Public Comment and Set Public Hearing Date

and Time

Background

The Board of Managers reviewed the preliminary 2015 Work Plan, goals and priorities along with the

budget and levy on June 26th and July 11th.

Issues

The Board of Managers must establish a plan of work for the upcoming year, establish a budget based

upon the work plan, and establish a levy for the budget. To achieve all of the items in the work plan would

require a budget of just over $5.5 million dollars and a levy of $3.4 million. This would increase the

overall levy by 14.65%.

At the July 11th workshop the Board asked to reduce the net levy increase to less than 15%. That was

achieved through approximately $1.0 million in budget reductions. The Board may choose to reduce other

expenditures to reduce the increase or leave the budget and levy as is. It would my recommendation to

leave the budget and levy as is until after the District receives public comment and make a decision at the

September 3rd Board meeting. The Board must also approve the budget for public comment and set the

public hearing for 6:00 PM on August 20th.

I have included the Project List (also referred to as work plan) and the Expenditure, Revenue and Levy

Summary. If you would like a paper copy of the full or portions of the Budget Book please let me know.

Request Action

Approve Preliminary 2015 budget and levy for Public Comment. Set Public Hearing date for the 2015

Budget and Levy for August 20, 2014 at 6:00 PM.

enc: Project List (also referred to as work plan, 11” x 17” landscape)

Expenditure, Revenue and Levy Summary (11” x 17” landscape)

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July 23, 2014

V. Action Items G)

Approve Preliminary 2015

Budget and Levy for Public

Comment (Doneux)

2015 Capitol Region Watershed Project List June 26, 2014 Draft July 9, 2014 Update July 11, 2014 Board Workshop Adjustments

Fund # Fund Name Project # Project NamePriority / Comment Project Description

2014 Project Budget 2014 Fund Total 2015 Project

Budget 2015 Fund

Total Project

Difference Fund

Difference % Possible Budget

Reductions Comments

101-15970 General Administration Critical General Administration of District Operations $541,050 584,200$ 43,150$ 8%101-15999 New Office Costs Relating to Consulting, Due Diligence and Design of New Office Facility $0 150,000 150,000$ New Project

Administrative Allocation Ongoing Annual Cost Allocation to Project and Programs -$119,250 (122,500) (3,250)$ 3%421,800$ 611,700$ 189,900$ 45%

201-15130 Groundwater Protection - Well Sealing Beneficial Provide grant reimbursements for well sealing $7,950 8,050$ 100$ 1%7,950$ 8,050$ 100$ 1%

207-15120 Evaluate Rules and Conduct Annual TAC Meeting Critical Conduct TAC process to update Rules $28,650 21,150$ (7,500)$ -26%

21,150$ 21,150$ New Project208-15000 Implement Permit Program Critical Implement District Permit Program $78,570 99,060$ 20,490$ 26%208-15101 Permit Tracking and Database Management Critical Implement BMP Database for previous permits $9,810 9,930 120$ 1%208-15102 Construction Inspection Critical Inspect active permits sites for compliance $71,052 62,950 (8,102)$ -11%

208-15503 Permit Closure & Post Construction Inspection/Maintenance

Important Inspect completed permit projects for compliance and maintenance $18,05020,650 2,600$ 14%

177,482$ 192,590$ 15,108$ 9%210-15143 Stewardship Grants Important Administer, promote, and outreach on Stewardship Grants 92,560$ 92,560$ New Project $50,000 Reduce Cost Share

210-15144 Partner Grants Important Provide Grants to Partners to help Implement Education/Outreach Programming 85,900 85,900$ New Project $45,000 Reduce # of Grants

210-15145 Inspiring Communities Program Important Provide project designs through public and private partners 60,600 60,600$ New Project $50,000 Adjust for estimated actuals210-15146 RSVP Rain Garden Projects Important Grant Award payments, processing 18,920 18,920$ New Project $131,000 Adjust for estimated actuals

$210,152 257,980$ 47,828$ 23% $276,000211-15200 Baseline Monitoring & Data Collection Critical Monitoring of 7 baseline sites, 14 level logger sites, and 4 rain gauges $293,542 301,254$ 7,712$ 3% $15,000 Cut U of M Analysis

211-15205 Lake Monitoring & Data Collection Critical Monitoring of 5 CRWD lakes, including chemistry and biological sampling and qualitative parameters $32,180 89,980 57,800$ 180% $40,000 Cut Sediment Survey and 1 Lake for Fish

211-15210 Villa Park Monitoring & Data Collection Critical Monitoring of 2 FWQ sites in Villa Park as well as 2 level loggers and Lake McCarrons flow only station $34,800 36,700 1,900$ 5%

211-15215 Wetland Bio-monitoring Important Annual Monitoring of CRWD wetlands including IBI assessments, water quality analysis, data analysis, and reporting $20,850 20,020 (830)$ -4%

211-15220 Long-term Monitoring Database Development Critical Development of a long term monitoring database for effective data management $11,180 16,320 5,140$ 46%

211-15225 Remote Data Access & Set Up Important - -$ New Project $24,000 Reallocate Staff $

211-15230 BMP Monitoring Important Monitoring of BMP sites--Como 7 (6), CCLRT (2), Bdale (1), and 24 level logger sites $97,250 96,600 (650)$ -1%

489,802$ 560,874$ 71,072$ 15% $79,000

ADMINISTRATION

PROGRAMS

101 Administration

201 Groundwater

207 Rulemaking/Rule Revisions

208 Permitting

210 Stewardship Grants

211 Monitoring and Data Collection

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Budget 2015 Fund

Total Project

Difference Fund


Reductions Comments

220-15250 General Critical General Communication and Outreach $84,450 49,740$ (34,710)$ -41%220-15253 Community Capacity Assessment Critical Develop a Community Capacity in Partnership w/RWMWD & MWMO $0 In 2014 General 34,450 34,450$ New Project220-15255 Clean Streets Outreach Critical Develop and Implement a Clean Streats Outreach Program $0 17,900 17,900$ New Project $122,500 Keep $17,900 for Program Development

220-15260 Municipal Outreach Important Turf and winter maintenance Best Practices training for municipalities and Parks staff $21,100 16,150 (4,950)$ -23%

220-15270 Website and Social Media Important Maintenance and improvement of CRWD website, implementation of Contact Management System $15,600 12,900 (2,700)$ -17%

220-15271 Master Water Stewards Important Participate in Master Water Stewards Program $0 - -$ New Project220-15265 Partnerships Beneficial Contributions to partner organizations and collaborative groups $19,350 12,550 (6,800)$ -35%220-15275 Events Beneficial Events: Community and CRWD-sponsored events and activities $31,780 30,000 (1,780)$ -6%

Stop the Rain Drain $15,600 (15,600)$ -100%Homeowner Outreach-Community Cleanups $15,850 (15,850)$ -100%Contractor Outreach $11,100 (11,100)$ -100%

220-15285 Awards and Recognition Programs Important Support Blooming St. Paul Awards and CAC Recognition Program $9,700 11,900 2,200$ 23%224,530$ 185,590$ (38,940)$ -17% $122,500

225-15300 Local and Agency Plan Review & Tech Committee Critical Review plans, serve on local, state, national committees related to

stormwater/water quality $13,480 16,840$ 3,360$ 25%225-15303 BMP Database Maintenance/Updates Important Provide Maintenance and Updates to BMP Database 16,770 16,770$ New Project $15,000 Reduce DB Improvements

225-15302 Strategic Project Preparation Important Take a project(s) to next level of design to assist with grant applications ("shovel ready") $34,600 - (34,600)$ -100% $35,000 Cut

48,080$ 33,610$ (14,470)$ -30% $50,000

228-15330 Innovative BMP's Research Important Research of two BMPs or one large BMP to further CRWD understanding of their function $27,300 9,000$ (18,300)$ -67% $15,000 Reduced Consult $

228-15333 Public Art Program Important Implement Public Art Policy work with Watershed Artist in Residence $21,770 24,920 3,150$ 14%228-15334 Green Infrastructure Incentive Program Beneficial Develop incentive program for Green Infrastructure. $30,280 13,600 (16,680)$ -55%228-15335 Existing Site Stormwater Retrofit Strategy Beneficial Develop strategy for achieving stormwater retrofits on existing sites 11,000 11,000$ New Project $30,000 Cut scope of work228-15336 Climate Change Impacts-Research and Action Important Research Climate Change impacts on design Standards (Atlas--14) $18,650 24,050 5,400$ 29% $10,000 Cut scope of work228-15337 Floating Island Pilot Project Important Formely in 405 $29,520 37,000 7,480$ 25%

127,520$ 119,570$ (7,950)$ -6% $55,000230-15370 GIS Program Development Important Manage GIS needs for CRWD $20,840 27,850$ 7,010$ 34%230-15375 Data Acquisition Critical Purchase and update data layers $10,730 10,000 (730)$ -7%

230-15376 Internal Mapping System Critical Maintain and update internal mapping system layers and troubleshoot issues $11,460 11,600 140$ 1%

230-15377 Impervious Surfaces Data Set Critical Coordinate with GIS user group to obtain updated impervious surfaces data set $28,460 28,260 (200)$ -1%

71,490$ 77,710$ 6,220$ 9%240-15390 Safety Training Critical Conduct CSE/first aid/CPR training for CRWD staff $5,620 12,830$ 7,210$ 128%

240-15395 Safety Program Updates/Audits Critical Conduct safety audit including assessment of program plan, CSE protocols, office procedures, and equipment $11,400 10,650 (750)$ -7%

240-15396 CSE Equipment Critical Proper equipment for safe entry into confined spaces including new equipment, calibration, maintanence, and repair expenses $11,120 12,310 1,190$ 11%

28,140$ 35,790$ 7,650$ 27%

PROGRAMS TOTAL 1,385,146$ 1,492,914$ 107,768$ 8% $582,500

220 Education and Outreach

225Technical Resources

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228Future Trends: Research and Positioning

230Geographic

Information Systems (GIS)

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Budget 2015 Fund

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Reductions Comments

301-15400 Lake McCarrons Shoreline Restoration Project Important Implement shoreline restoration project around Lake McCarrons $1,460 16,600$ 15,140$ 1037%301-15405 St. Paul Natural Resources Intern Program Important Sponser intern with St. Paul for BMP maintenance or other activities $8,000 8,000 0%301-15410 Loeb Lake Shoreline Assessment Important Conduct assessment of the lake shore $5,730 5,800 70$ 1%301-15411 Crosby Lake Shoreline Assessment Important Conduct assessment of the lake shore $5,730 5,800 70$ 1%

20,920$ 36,200$ 15,280$ 73% $0305-14420 Como Regional Park Stormwater Plan Important Complete a Como Regional Park Stormwater Plan $84,600 70,000$ (14,600)$ -17% $0305-15421 Como BMP Maintenance and Inspection Critical Maintenance and Inspection of Arlington-Pascal BMPs $68,544 42,750 (25,794)$ -38% $0

305-15422 Como Lake Implementation Reporting & Audit Important Annual MS4 TMDL compliance reporting, State of the Lake, assess need for in-lake management strategies $32,450 20,650 (11,800)$ -36% $0

185,594$ 133,400$ (52,194)$ -28% $0310-15470 Aquatic Plant Harvesting Important Harvest Nusiance Aquatic Plants $30,000 40,460$ 10,460$ 35%310-15471 Aquatic Invasive Mgt Plan Critical Develop an Aquatic Invasive Species Mgt Plan 23,200 23,200$ New Project

30,000$ 63,660$ 33,660$ New Project313-15510 Willow Reserve Management Plan Critical Planning for the protection and restoration of Willow Reserve in St. Paul $11,920 27,000$ 15,080$ 127%

11,920$ 27,000$ 15,080$ 127%

315-15550 Inspection and Annual Maintenance Critical Manage, operate, inspect, maintain, and repair TBI, including 5yr comprehensive inspection $146,560 112,725$ (33,835)$ -23%

315-14552 TBI Easement Verification & Documentation Critical Complete TBI easement verification, acquisition, and documentation work $41,800 78,000 36,200$ 87%315-15560 TBI Subwatershed Study Important Conduct a Subwatershed Study on a Priortiy TBI Catchment $12,520 - (12,520)$ -100% $50,000 Cut reallocate staff $

315-15570 NPDES MS4 Stormwater Program Critical Implement Stormwater Management Plan and coordinate work to meet MS4 requirements $8,220 7,170 (1,050)$ -13%

315-15575 Illicit Discharge Detection & Elimination Program Critical Refine and implement IDDE program. Include monitoring , notification protocols and year-end reporting $10,130 16,740 6,610$ 65%

219,230$ 231,635$ 12,405$ 6% $50,000

317-15631 Crosby Lake Management Plan Implementation Critical Design project in the Crosby Lake Management Plan $11,920 12,000$ 80$ 1%11,920$ 12,000$ 80$ 1%

325-15600 Wetland/Stream Reestablishment Feasibility Study Important Conduct Wetland Inventorya and Develop Wetland Management Plan $76,320 77,000$ 680$ 1%

76,320$ 77,000$ 680$ 1%330-15620 Green Line Redevelopment SSGI Design Critical Planning, Design Green Line SSGI and Signage $60,400 36,000 (24,400)$ -40%330-15622 Ford Site Planning Future Provide Design and Planning Assistance for Former Ford Site - -$ New Project $50,000 Delay project until 2016330-14625 Eustis Street Stormwater Improvement Project Important Design Stormwater BMPs along Eustis Street 30,100 30,100$ New Project330-15624 CCLRT BMP Maintenance Critical Maintain and repair CRWD's green infrastructure along CCLRT $46,998 59,058 12,060$ 26%

107,398$ 125,158$ 17,760$ 17% $50,000370-15100 Watershed Plan Audit Future Conduct a 5 year audit of progress on WMP 60,000$

60,000$

PROJECTS TOTAL 663,302$ 766,053$ 102,751$ 15% $100,000

310 Lake McCarron's Subwatershed

PROJECTS

301Shoreline & Streambank Maintenance

305 Como Lake Subwatershed

313 Loeb Lake Subwatershed

317 Crosby Lake Subwatershed

315 Trout Brook Subwatershed

325

Wetland, Stream, and Ecosystem

Restoration - Planning

330 Mississippi River Subwatershed

370Watershed

Management Planning

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Budget 2015 Fund

Total Project

Difference Fund


Reductions Comments

401-15680 Shoreline and Streambank Restoration Projects Important Implement shoreline restoration and aquatic plant management $16,460 -$ 401-15681 Ravine Stabilization Projects Important Complete design & installation of ravine stabilization projects $31,920 32,000 80$ 0%

48,380$ 32,000$ (16,380)$ -34%405-13700 Curtis Field Subwatershed Improvements Critical Construction of Curtiss Pond Improvement Project to reduce flooding. $570,100 85,000$ (485,100)$ -85%

570,100$ 85,000$ (485,100)$ -85%

410-12751 Upper Villa Park Stormwater Improvement Project Critical Construct Upper Villa BMP $67,700 929,050 861,350$ 1272%

67,700$ 929,050$ 861,350$ 1272%-$

415-13818 TBI Repair - Farrington/Cottage Critical Complete TBI Flood Control and Water Quality Project at Farrington and Cottage $34,400 90,600 56,200$ 163%

34,400$ 90,600$ 56,200$ 163%417-12801 Highland Ravine Critical Complete the Highland Ravine Stabilization projects. $46,400 38,200$ (8,200)$ -18%

46,400$ 38,200$ (8,200)$ -18%

425-13852 Trout Brook Nature Sanctuary Water Feature - Construction Critical $150K balance of 2-year $400K cost share for stream elements in the TB

Nature Sanctuary $151,920 154,000 2,080$ 1%151,920$ 154,000$ 2,080$ 1%

430-15881 Green Line Redevelopment BMPs Important Design and Construction of Innovative BMP(s) the Green Line $76,520 110,000 33,480$ 44% $50,00076,520$ 110,000$ 33,480$ 44% $50,000

440-14910 Special Grants Critical Implement Special Grant Program $471,630 616,000$ 144,370$ 31%440-15912 Stockholm Tree Trench Demonstration Critical Construct Stockholm Tree Trench Demonstration Project $67,880 - (67,880)$ -100% $65,000440-15913 Stormwater Retrofit Program 119,250 119,250$ New Project $200,000

539,510$ 735,250$ 195,740$ 36% $265,000490-15001 Debt & Loan Service Critical Annual Payment for 2007A, CWF Loan and 2013A Debt $372,000 372,331$ 331$ 0%

372,000$ 372,331$ 331$ 0%

CAPITOL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM TOTAL 1,906,930$ 2,546,431$ 639,501$ 34% $315,000

BUDGET SUMMARY ADMINISTRATION 421,800$ 611,700$ 189,900$ 45% $0PROGRAMS 1,385,146$ 1,492,914$ 107,768$ 8% $582,500PROJECTS 663,302$ 766,053$ 102,751$ 15% $100,000ADMINISTRATIVE ALLOCATION 117,250$ 117,250$ -$ 0%

OPERATIONS TOTAL 2,587,498$ 2,987,917$ 400,419$ 15% $315,000

CAPITOL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM 1,906,930$ 2,546,431$ 639,501$ 34% $997,499.72

TOTAL 2015 BUDGET 4,494,428$ 5,534,348$ 1,039,920$ 23%

Update NotesJune 26, 2014 First Draft Budget

417 Crosby Lake BMP's

405 Como Lake BMP's

CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS

401Shoreline and Streambank Restoration

410 Lake McCarron's BMP's

413 Loeb Lake BMP's

415 Trout Brook BMP's

490 Debt Service

425

Wetland, Stream, and Ecosystem

Restoration - Implementation

430Mississippi River Subwatersheds

BMP's

440 Special Projects and Grants

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2015 CRWD Expenditure, Revenue and Levy Summary Sheet 16/26/2014 Updated 7/9/14, 7/11/14

OPERATIONS BUDGET SUMMARY2011 Actual 2012 Actual 2013 Actual 2014 Estimated 2015 Proposed 2011 Actual 2012 Actual 2013 Actual 2014 Estimated 2015 Proposed

Revenue Tax Levy (1) $1,768,709 $2,140,918 2,222,828$ 2,265,628$ 2,656,797$ Revenues Property Tax Levy (1) 2,230,062$ 2,445,771$ 2,656,412$ 2,969,278$ 3,404,228$ Intergovernmental (MVHC) $57,986 $35,000 32 -$ - Bond Proceeds - - 1,800,000 - - Fees $35,500 $199,000 30,000 20,000$ 20,000 Como 7 Partners - - 400,000 - 200,000 Interest Income $2,560 $233 352 1,000$ 1,000 Met Council 506,690 3,075,594 2,000,000 1,219,463 - Other $0 $5,540 6,607 16,000$ 300,000 Intergovernmental 57,986 35,000 455,000 400,000 - Total $1,864,755 $2,380,691 $2,259,819 $2,302,628 2,977,797$ Fees 35,500 199,000 20,000 20,000 20,000

Other - 5,540 220,000 60,000 269,000 Expenditures Administration $352,039 $384,594 444,229$ 376,900$ 595,700$ Other - Clean Water 233,269 - 65,000 44,000 -

Programs $1,262,719 $916,412 1,294,373 1,300,000 1,573,845 Interest Income 2,950 588 3,500 2,000 1,000 Projects $634,902 $451,802 330,517 624,844 808,252 Fund Balance - - 79,700 1,445,000 1,630,000 Total $2,249,660 $1,752,808 2,069,119$ 2,301,744$ 2,977,797$ Total 3,066,457$ 5,761,493$ 7,699,612$ 6,159,741$ 5,524,228$

Fund Balance Beginning Balance $1,431,949 $1,047,044 1,674,927$ 1,865,627$ 1,850,511$ Expenditures Administration 352,039$ 384,594$ 376,900$ 376,900$ 595,700$ 50% of Budget Programs 1,262,719 916,412 1,318,616 1,300,000 1,573,845

Ending Balance (2) $1,047,044 $1,674,927 1,865,627$ 1,850,511$ 1,550,511$ $1,488,899 Projects 634,902 451,802 624,844 624,844 808,252 Note (10) ok ok ok Capital Improvement 600,745 4,862,038 5,379,252 1,936,650 2,546,431

Total 2,850,405$ 6,614,846$ 7,699,612$ 4,238,394$ 5,524,228$

Fund Balance Beginning Balance 4,024,508$ 4,255,685$ 3,505,685$ 4,902,658$ 5,559,005$ CAPITAL

2011 Actual 2012 Actual 2013 Actual 2014 Estimated 2015 Proposed Ending Balance (2) 4,255,685$ 3,402,332$ 3,425,985$ 5,379,005$ 3,929,005$ Revenue Property Tax Levy (1) 461,353$ 304,853$ 375,109$ 703,650$ 747,431$

Intergovernmental (MVHC) 15,125$ 5$ Bond Proceeds $0 $0 $3,015,451 $0Villa Park Wetland Partner Funding (3) $0 $0 $0 $400,000 TAX LEVY 2011 Actual 2012 Actual 2013 Actual 2014 Estimated 2015 ProposedMet Council/MNDOT (TBI) $506,690 $3,075,594 $573,602 $1,219,463 Operations $1,854,380 $2,182,675 2,222,828$ 2,265,628$ 2,656,797$ MPCA Loan - Villa Park Wetland (4) $0 $0 $430,000 $0 Capital Improvement $483,700 $310,799 375,109$ 703,650$ 747,431 McCarrons Subw - Upper Villa Grants (5) $0 $180,000 $254,000 Total $2,338,080 $2,493,474 $2,597,937 $2,969,278 3,404,228$ McCarrons Subw - Upper Villa Partner Funding (6) Difference from previous year $565,315 $155,394 $162,938 $371,341 434,950$ CWL - Highland Ravine (7) $0 $60,000 $15,000 % Change 31.89% 6.65% 6.53% 14.29% 14.65%Como Subwater 7 Partner Funding (8) $0 $200,000 Historical Adopted Levy Increase 31.89% 6.65% 6.53% 11.78% 14.65%Other - Clean Water Grant (9) $233,269 $0 $0 $44,000Interest Income $390 $355 $27,972 $1,000Fund Balance $0 $0 $0 $1,445,000 $1,330,000Total $1,216,827 3,380,802$ 4,422,139$ 4,053,113$ 2,546,431$

Expenditures Capital Improvement Program $600,745 $4,862,038 3,112,513 1,936,650 2,546,431

Total $600,745 $4,862,038 3,112,513$ 1,936,650$ 2,546,431$

Fund Balance Beginning Balance $2,592,559 $3,208,641 1,727,405$ 3,037,031$ 3,708,494$ Note (10) Fund Transfer of BWSR CCLRT Grant of $598,500 from Operations to Capitol

Ending Balance $3,208,641 $1,727,405 3,037,031$ 3,708,494$ 2,378,494$

2013A Bond Expenditure $625,000 $1,330,000 $1,045,000

2013A Bonds Balance $2,375,000 $1,045,000 $0CRWD Fund Balance $662,031 $2,663,494 $2,378,494

Total "Fund Balance" $3,037,031 3,708,494$ $2,378,494

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Note (5) McCarron's Subw - Upper Villa -Clean Water Legacy Grant from BWSR-total grant $360,000. $180,000 received in 2014, $144,00 in

Note (1) The Property Tax Levy is based on actual or projected property tax collections. The Tax Levy section refers to what was certified to the Note (2) Not UsedNote (3) Partner Funding - Villa Park Wetland from Projects Partners, $400,000(2013)Note (4) MPCA Loan for Villa Park ProjectNote (5) McCarron's Subw - Upper Villa -Clean Water Partnership Grant from MPCA-total grant $275,000. $110,000 received in 2012.

Note (7) Clean Water Legacy - BWSR, total grant $150,000, $75,000 received in 2012, $60,000 when substantially complete in 2013, $15,000 Note (8) Partner Funding for Curtis Field (Pond) Improvements, estimated to be $200,000 in 2014.Note (9) Final Payment of Clean Water Legacy Grant from BWSR for Central Corridor BMPs to be received in 2013

The CIP Fund Balance includes the Boulevard Restoration Fund with a $10,000 balance. Current year Fund Balance based on mid year revenue and expenditure estimates

7/18/20149:14 AM


DATE: July 17, 2014

TO: CRWD Board of Managers and Staff


RE: July 23, 2014 Administrator’s Report

1) Administrator Approved or Executed Agreements

2) Board Approved or Executed Agreements

a) Consultant Services Agreement with Wenck Associates, Inc. for fish monitoring in Como and Little Crosby

Lakes. – not to exceed $19,525.

b)

3) General updates including recent and upcoming meetings and events

a) Bob Fossum led a tour of Trout Brook Nature Sanctuary with Kathleen Anglo from the City of Saint Paul for 50

Urban Roots summer interns on July 8.

b) Staff gave a tour of the Green Line Green Infrastructure practices to Environmental Education students at Hamline

University on July 15 and to the Blue Thumb Partners on July 17.

c) CRWD and MinnAqua are hosting Loeb Lake Family Fishing on Thursday August 14, 6 – 8pm.

d) Judging for the Blooming Saint Paul Clean Water Awards is underway. The awards ceremony will be in January or

February at Union Depot.

e) Public Art St. Paul – Mobile Art Lab, Tuesdays from 1:00-4:00 at the Western Sculpture Park.

f) The 2014 Clean Water Summit will be September 11, 2014 8:00am – 5:00pm at the Minnesota Landscape

Arboretum. The topic this year is “Green Infrastructure for Clean Water: Costs & Benefits to Our Communities”.

Register here.

g) CRWD is co-sponsoring the Moos Family Speaker Series, “Dwindling Groundwater Reserves as Viewed from

Space” with Dr. Jay Famiglietti on September 18, 2014 at 7:00pm at the University of Minnesota St. Paul Student

Center. Register at www.freshwater.org/lectures.

4) Upcoming events and meetings

a) Next CAC meeting is Wednesday, August 13, 2014 from 7:00 – 9:00pm.

b) Next Board meeting is Wednesday, August 6, 2014 from 6:00 – 8:00 pm.

c) BWSR tour of Green Line Green Infrastructure, August 5, 11:00am – 1:00pm

5) Project and Program Updates

a) Watershed Partners Partner Grant: Focus groups were held on June 30 to gather feedback on the Guard Your

Storm Drain online web application and the feedback is being used to guide changes in design and messaging.

b) Frogtown Green Partner Grant: Maintenance work has been done at the Minnehaha Mall rain garden and a Water

Fest will be held August 7, for the Somali day care and youth farm groups.

c) Communications Consultant: Staff from CRWD, RWMWD and MWMO interviewed the three finalists on July

17. A consultant will be decided by the end of July and work is expected to begin in early August.

Continue on back

http://www.mnarbonline.com/Public-Policy-2014-C151.aspx

http://www.freshwater.org/lectures


d) Trout Brook Nature Sanctuary: Letter from a resident to Kathleen Anglo, St. Paul Parks and Rec. Design:

Hello,

My name is Laura, and I live at 43 Magnolia Ave. E., St. Paul, MN.

I thought it would be appropriate to send you an email and let you know what how elated I am to see the project

that you have been heading.

It has been exciting to see the construction, and to look at the plans online, but a few weeks ago I ventured down

and found that the entrance point on Magnolia was open.

When I walked down the path I had my head down to pay attention to the grade and footing so I wouldn't trip,

then I looked up I experienced , with all my senses, the most beautiful sight.

Downtown in the distance, wonderful natural space all around, birds frolicking in the stream, and although it was

early and rush hour and 35E construction is going on I could hardly hear the traffic in the close distance.

I went down again this morning and brought my 7 year old son. I could tell in his face he felt similar to the way I

did when I first saw it. He really enjoyed sitting on the benches, and leaning over the walk bridges to inspect the

water. As he was sitting in the shade on one of the benches he said " I bet there is a lot of wildlife that lives down

here". On our turn around to go back we did see "wildlife" in the form of two turkeys and an alert Buck in the

brush.

We crossed paths with a long time resident of the neighborhood down there too, and he told us some of the back

story to the space and how it was contemplated to be used for other things.

We are so thankful, and look forward to years of memories in this wonderful natural space.

It is exactly what our community needed.

Thank you!

Blessings,

Laura

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