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Response: Item 11 of the Mitigation Element outlines specific measures that have been implemented related to natural communities, wildlife habitat and Blanding's turtles. These include establishing a greenway corridor through the site and wetland restoration/creation. To the extent possible, culverts and road crossings were designed and installed to enable upstream or downstream passage of wildlife as they move through the site. Comment 3: The DNR encourages developers to incorporate wildlife -friendly erosion control mesh in place of traditional mesh. Response: Appendix B (DNR Natural Heritage Database Review) includes fact sheets that the City will make available to contractors. Comment 4: The DNR appreciates the inclusion of Appendix F (Groundwater/Surface Water Interaction — NAWE Report) in the original AUAR document. They note that they have not fully reviewed this information, but request that the City include the DNR Area Hydrologist in the long term monitoring discussions. Response: The City will coordinate with the DNR Area Hydrologist on the long term monitoring. Comments from MPCA The MPCA has no comments at this time. Comments from Metropolitan Council Comment 1: The Metropolitan Council requested that the City provide additional information about how development will be staged to ensure that construction does not occur until after a sustainable water supply is assured. Response: The City of Ramsey acknowledges that growth within our community and in surrounding communities all impact the FIG aquifer. Development with the AUAR area will be in accordance with our approved Comprehensive Plan and AUAR. The City acknowledges that groundwater management is an emerging issue and we will continue to monitor the situation and continue to coordinate with the DNR on water issues as noted. Comment 2: The Metropolitan Council requested that the mitigation strategy address potential for stormwater reuse and conservation. Response: The City of Ramsey 2030 Comprehensive Plan Water Element notes that the City will continue to explore opportunities for water conservation. The topsoil ordinance for new primary structures is one the tools that will aid in this effort. Additionally, the Environmental Protection/Resource Management Element includes a number of strategies to accomplish the City goals. Specifically, in response to this comment, we will continue to work to implement the following action: 3. Clean water and clean air for the current and future generations of Ramsey citizens and businesses STRATEGIES: The COR AUAR Update June 26, 2013, 2013 2