The 1st Annual Minnesota Carp Classic Saint Peter, Minnesota on Lake Hallett sponsored by Hermie’s Bait, Bar & Grill and the Saint Peter Chamber of Commerce was a great success. The lake was a busy place with the carp fishing activity May 3rd-7th. The results are in the Summer 2006 Newsletter.

Public Works Director Recommends Sodding to Maintain Storm Water Standards Discharged into an Impaired Waterway Storm Water Construction Standards. Public Works Director Giesking recommended adoption of two new construction standards for turf establishment which would require sodding rather than seeding for the majority the lot and modifications to the existing standards for water service installation and sanitary sewer cleanout. Giesking pointed out that the standards were being recommended as part of the City’s storm water control regulations and the average cost of sodding versus seeding was expected to be $300 more for sod. Councilmember Douglas questioned whether the cost comparison included the cost of watering sod and Giesking indicated it did not. In motion by Vogel, seconded by Kvamme, Resolution No. 2006-46 entitled “Resolution Approving Standard Detail Sheets“, was introduced. Councilmember Eichmann questioned whether the public was aware of the reason sodding was being required. City Administrator Prafke indicated the recommendation was based on the need to reduce erosion into an impaired waterway. Upon roll call, with all in favor, the Resolution was declared passed and adopted. A complete copy of Resolution No. 2006-46 is contained in the City Administrator’s book entitled Council Resolutions 15. Source: Minutes Of The City Council Meeting - April 10, 2006. Right-of-Way Management Fees. Public Works Director Giesking recommended adoption of fees related to stormwater control to recover the City’s costs for inspections. Giesking indicated every permitee would be required to pay a $100 registration fee in addition to the fee for the type of work being done in the right-of-way. City Administrator Prafke indicated staff was working with contractors who had expressed concern regarding the $3,000 surety bond requirement for each excavation in the right-of-way and the contractors were going to propose a modification to the requirement so that contractors who do a lot of work in the community might be allowed to provide a blanket surety that would be valid for the construction season rather than individual bonds for each project. In motion by Pfeifer, seconded by Kvamme, Resolution No. 2006-47 entitled “Resolution Adopting Permit Fees For Construction Work In The Right-Of-Way“, was introduced. Upon roll call, with all in favor, the Resolution was declared passed and adopted. A complete copy of Resolution No. 2006-47 is contained in the City Administrator’s book entitled Council Resolutions 15. Source: Minutes Of The City Council Meeting - April 10, 2006. Trail System Master Plan Update. Public Works Director Giesking presented the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board recommendation for adoption of an updated trail system master plan which was based on the goal of developing a trail system loop around the City. Giesking reviewed the modifications to the plan which included a trail north of Dodd Avenue and along Robart’s Creek; trail in flood plain on the eastern side of the City; trail connecting the old wastewater ponds, which will be used as a wildlife sanctuary, to the trail system; and expanding the width of sidewalks on Broadway from Sunrise Drive to Front Street to make the area part of the trail system. Giesking also indicated the proposed plan included trail crossings of Highway 169 at west Highway 99, west Highway 22, Broadway Avenue and Union Street and a trail head at the Mill Pond. In motion by Kvamme, seconded by Vogel, Resolution No. 2006-51 entitled “Resolution Adopting An Updated Trail Master Plan“, was introduced. Upon roll call, with all in favor, the Resolution was declared passed and adopted. A complete copy of Resolution No. 2006-51 is contained in the City Administrator’s book entitled Council Resolutions 15. Source: Minutes Of The City Council Meeting - April 10, 2006.

LHA Community Awareness at Gustavas Adolphus College Continuing our mission, April 22, 2006, Trudi Olmanson presented "Pollution in Lake Hallett in St. Peter" at the Environmental Justice Conference held at Gustavas Adolphus College in St. Peter. This conference focused on waste production, reduction, and conservation on campus. Trudi presented her, and the Lake Hallett Association, view and effort in protecting Lake Hallett. The content is provided herein as a Powerpoint Presentation.

Highlights from Past Projects

Junk Dive 2002

Barrel Dive 2002