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<br />Policies <br /> <br />. Ensure on-site septic systems are operating within State and local rules and are <br />adequately maintained <br />· Explore ways to minimize ground water loss* <br />. Guide most new development to be within the MUSA <br />. Plan growth that is contiguous with existing development wherever possible and <br />makes most efficient use of existing infrastructure <br />. Establish a rational, logical staging plan for extension of MUSA consistent with the <br />Comprehensive Sewer Plan and tied to Comprehensive Plan Amendment Policy <br />. All new development within the MUSAwill be connected to urban services and be at <br />a density that makes these services economically viable <br />. Explore alternative sources for water supply* <br />. Existing residents will not bear the costs of new infrastructure without realizing a <br />benefit that is equal to or greater that those costs* <br />. When planning and building new infrastructure, or replacing systems, use the best <br />technology available* <br />. Manage Infiltration & inflow (I & I) <br /> <br />Strategies <br /> <br />. Coordinate with other agencies to monitor the quality and quantity of groundwater <br />aquifers* <br />. Complete the study of a new surface water supply/treatment plant on the Mississippi <br />River* <br />. Explore cost-sharing and/or joint operation of utility systems with adjoining <br />jurisdictions to reduce cost or realize other efficiencies* <br />. Explore and encourage alternative stormwater management techniques such as rain <br />gardens and rain barrels, pervious pavement, gray water, and native landscaping or <br />other Best Management Practices (BMPs) to supplement existing storm water <br />management techniques* <br />· Explore long-term maintenance issues related to alternative stormwater <br />management techniques <br />· Implement the surface water management plan <br />· Educate homeowners on ISTS in the Ramsey Resident and other methods of <br />communication <br />· Require connection to municipal water services when connecting to municipal sewer <br />services <br />