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I ! i I i I i On-Site Disposal It is very important for Ramsey to specify in sufficient detail in' its comprehensive plan how its regulatory system for inspection, monitoring, and maintenance of on- site sewage disposal systems will be implemented and enforced so that the Metro- politan Council can be assured that premature sewer service wilt not be required in the rural service area. Proper installation, regular maintenance, and effective monitoring of on-site sewage disposal systems are local government responsi- bilities but there has been great variation in the effectiveness of local regulation among the 190 local governmental units in the Metropolitan Area. The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency is presently in the process of developing standards for on-site disposal systems. Even with the adoption of these standards, however, local governments will still have the responsibilities of professional inspection of the installation, monitoring groundwat, er quality, and educating the homeowner on the proper use and maintenance of the system. The Metropolitan Council's position is that all municipalities and counties in the Metropolitan Area should incorporate the MPCA regulations in the sewer element of their local comprehensive plans, utilize the plan and MPCA standards in the issuance of permits, and establish an on-going inspectionand information program on the use of on-site disposal systems. Stormwa ter I i i I I I I ! Collection and disposal of stormwater runoff is a matter of concern to developed, urbanizing, and rural communities alike. In the preparation of a comprehensive plan, the city of Ramsey should address stormwater runoff in a manner consistent with the plans and policies of the Water Resources Chapter of the Metropolitan Development Guide.