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A community's comprehensive plan must include: • A water supply plan that is informed by the Twin Cities metro area Master Water Supply Plan and meets the Department of Natural Resources plan requirements • A local surface water management plan that is consistent with Minnesota Rules Chapter 8410 and Council policy and does not adversely impact the regional wastewater system, and • A comprehensive sewer plan that is consistent with the regional wastewater system plan. Measures • Communication, internal and external • Record of planning guidance provided, including workshops, presentations, planning tools provided, and other related information • Approved community comprehensive plans Implementation of alternative water source projects Desired Outcomes: Use of surface waters, reclaimed wastewater and stormwater for appropriate water uses becomes an option explored by communities and implemented by many. As partners collaborate to identify and implement the best water supply options for different parts of the region, it may become clear that the least expensive, most expedient water supply options may not be sustainable. In those cases, alternative water supply sources may be needed. Subregional work groups are exploring the costs and benefits of alternative water supply approaches. Examples of existing projects and lessons learned are highlighted in Appendix 5. Measure • Projects accomplished Source water is assessed and protected Aquifer levels are protected and enhanced Desired Outcomes: Groundwater is adequately monitored across the region, and aquifer levels in all groundwater observation wells in the seven county metropolitan area stabilize at sustainable levels. Groundwater levels are the most direct indicator of groundwater sustainability. Trends in groundwater levels will be monitored regularly to evaluate impacts of changes in water supply management. Due to the slow recharge rates of some aquifers, it is expected that a significant delay may occur between water supply management changes and response in groundwater levels. Groundwater level monitoring must occur over the long-term. Measure • Trend in groundwater observation wells and piezometers, including those located at fens and trout streams, taking into account long term changes in recharge due to changes in weather patterns and climate Source water areas are protected Desired Outcomes: Potential contaminant sources are reduced and/or restricted in areas identified as sources of public drinking water supplies. WATER SUPPLY MASTER PLAN- Draft June 2015 63