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LRRWMO Meeting Minutes December 15, 1994 Page 9 Beduhn explained that Ohman's response is correct, it is included in State Law that State agencies, the DNR and Mn/DOT are their own LGU. Obermeyer advised that Mn/DOT is in the process of applying for permits for the 210 Corridor; however, they have obtained a verbal opinion from the Attorney General's office indicating permits from local watershed agencies were not necessary. The current status with Mn/DOT is that they will continue with current practices and obtain permits from WMOs but may pursue, in the future, a formal response from the Attorney General regazding this matter. Beduhn noted that a concern for the LRRWMO is whether Mn/DOT will pay for a permit. Obermeyer agreed and explained that the watersheds he works with do not charge a fee for permits. He advised there is a precedence where Mn/DOT has had to pay DNR permit fees so perhaps they would pay the WMO permit fee. Obermeyer explained the LRRWMO may wish to obtain a legal interpretation on this. Beduhn pointed out that the LRRWMO still has the option to request plans for review and comment. He explained that Mn/DOT has been developing a fairly large wetland bank in other areas and since they would be a state-wide LGU it is likely they will use this established bank to mitigate, which could greatly impact communities. Schultz commented this appeazs to be a "double standazd" and suggested the LRRWMO send a letter to Mn/DOT requesting they submit plans for review. Obermeyer stated Ban Engineering will keep the LRRWMO advised of future action regarding this matter. Jankowski noted the LRRWMO sent Mn/DOT a letter in December of 1993 regazding their bridge construction project and advising them of the need to address additional storm water run off. Schultz added that they were informed of the need for a permit but have never responded. Obermeyer explained the issue is whether the LRRWMO can enforce their requirements beyond review and comment of the plans. Jankowski noted that dialog between parries usually results in some improvement. Consensus was reached to direct the Secretary to send a letter to Mn/DOT requesting notification of any projects within the LRRWMO watershed area. NEW BUSINESS Letters from Ban Engineeri~ to Stone Construction Re: Permit for Royal Engineerine & Carbide Tool Beduhn explained this project is located in the Anoka Enterprise Park and involves several issues. The City of Anoka prepared a regional storm water basin; however, these three