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LRRWMO Meeting Minutes June 22, 1994 Page 5 handled but the rest of the Councilmembers appeared comfortable. He stated he does not see how the proposed amendment is an improvement and felt it may even open the door for conflict that is not necessary. He noted the LRRWMO has done a good job in handling matters without significant disagreement between the parties. He stated he does not want to add variables for conflict to arise. Jankowski asserted that the proposed wording amendment clarifies the intent. Schultz stated from the beginning of the WMO there was a question about this and it was decided that whatever area received benefit would participate in the cost. He felt the JPA says exactly that. Ferguson felt both were trying to get at the same thing, but the amended version determines the boundary would be at the sub-watershed level. Also, if a negotiated amount cannot be reached it would require a 2/3 vote of'the membership to use something other than the 50%/50% mechanism. Weaver suggested that the proposed amendments also be forwarded to Pearson (LRRWMO attorney) for his opinion and recommendation. Consensus was reached that the attorney for each member city review the amendments proposed by Ramsey. Jankowski stated he will fax the amendments to Curt Pearson for his review and recommendation. This item was tabled to the July 21, 1994 meeting. NEW BUSINESS 1994 Local Water Plannine Challenee Grant Proeram Jankowski reported Beduhn has indicated the LRRWMO may be eligible for this grant ($5,200), if Anoka County decides to participate. The grant money (50% cost share between the LRRWMO and BWSR) is to be used to implement priorities set out in the LRRWMO Water Management Plan. It was noted that the application deadline is July. 18, 1994. Jankowski reviewed Beduhn's memo which indicated in order to qualify for the grant, the LRRWMO would need to approve Phases 1-4 (data collection and assessment) for the Plan update. Schultz questioned the need to have a State approved and locally adopted groundwater plans pursuant to Minnesota Statute. 103B.255. Jankowski suggested Beduhn be authorized to prepare an application at an amount not to exceed four to five hours, or $300. He noted that since the deadline is July 18th, it may be necessary to schedule a special meeting to act on this matter.