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LRRWMO Meeting Minutes May 18, 1995 Page 9 Ferguson noted it provides a "snapshot in time" which may be valuable data in the future. Lobermeier stated if the current land use map has been useful, then he suggested members copy their map, mark in significant changes, and provide it for inclusion in the Plan update. He advised that Anoka County doesn't have current land use information in their GIS system. Consensus was reached to include a land use map in the Plan Lobermeier noted the Plan is somewhat limited on hydrology data and perhaps should include a map showing current drainage systems and flow rate data. Consensus was reached for members to bring information on storm flow rates between communities, storm flow agreements, and existing land uses to the next meeting. The members next reviewed the section pertaining to Goals and Policies. Lobermeier pointed out the current Plan contains eight goals but the policies do not correspond to them. He advised the SEH format identifies goals and corresponding policies. Lobermeier pointed out areas in the current Plan where the goals do not have corresponding policies. He noted that the LRRWMO has taken amore active role in the permitting process and recommended an erosion control goal be included in the Plan update. Lobermeier suggested the Plan include goals and policies about regulatory responsibility, and perhaps a flow chazt or detailed procedure be included. Schultz commented on the need to find a method to fund LRRWMO activities. Lobermeier explained the goals and policies need to give member cities as much flexibility as possible. He suggested they be drafted to provide procedures in a standard fashion to provide continuity while still allowing flexibility. Lobermeier questioned the method used to finance projects. The JPA was discussed and that Ramsey would like to remove the language dealing with arbitration. Ferguson informed of an erosion improvement project between Fridley and Spring Lake Park where financing has become an issue. Discussion ensued regarding cost sharing for a dam improvement. Lobermeier explained if an agreement could not be reached within the LRRWMO, the LRRWMO would dissolve and Anoka County would take over the project. Schultz noted another option would be to make use of an azbitrator to help with negotiations. Lobermeier commented you could consider "negotiate" as being more global to include various methods of negotiation which would add some flexibility without additional language. Lobermeier recommended that the Plan include some idea of how a large project would be negotiated.