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Our Mistionc To work together to reipoiibly grew our comma nityr, and to provide quality, cert-oliBcdwe, and efficient government services. CC Regular Session 4. 4. Meeting Date: 08/11/2015 By: Bruce Westby, Engineering/Public Works Information Title: Approve Response to Metropolitan Council draft 2015 Twin Cities Metropolitan Area Master Water Supply Plan Purpose/Background: Purpose: The purpose of this case is to approve City staff's response to the Metropolitan Council's draft 2015 Twin Cities Metropolitan Area Master Water Supply Plan. The City Council reviewed a draft response on July 28, 2015 and a final draft is now offered for the City Council's consideration. Due to file size (955 pages, 17 MB), the Water Supply Master Plan is not included in this case, but can be found online at www.cityoframsey.com/engineering-department or available upon request by contacting the Engineering Department at 763-433-9820. The draft plan is also included on the July 28, 2015 City Council Agenda. Background: The Metropolitan Council originally adopted the Twin Cities Metropolitan Area Master Water Supply Plan (MWSP) in 2010 in support of legislative requirements. The 2010 MWSP is being updated at this time to integrate with Thrive MSP 2040, the region's 30 -year comprehensive plan, which was approved by the Metropolitan Council on May 28, 2014. The 2015 Twin Cities Metropolitan Area MWSP will also incorporate new data and information that has been collected since 2010. According to the Metropolitan Council, the Draft 2015 Twin Cities Metropolitan Area Master Water Supply Plan provides a framework for sustainable long-term water supply planning at the local and regional level, and provides communities in the region with planning assistance for water supply in a way that: • Recognizes local control and responsibility for owning, maintaining and operating water supply systems • Is developed in cooperation and consultation with municipal water suppliers, regional stakeholders and state agencies • Protects critical habitat and water resources over the long term • Meets regional needs for a reliable, secure water supply • Highlights the benefits of integrated planning for stormwater, wastewater and water supply • Emphasizes and supports conservation and inter jurisdictional cooperation, and • Provides clear guidance by identifying key challenges, issues, and considerations in the region and available approaches (without dictating solutions). The MWSP provides guidance so that communities can take the most proactive, cost-effective approach to long-term planning and permitting to ensure plentiful, safe, and affordable water that supports the prosperity and livability of the region for future generations.