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7.3.1.5 Goals Achieved Property owners will have information to determine if they own a Class V well and, if so, become aware of their responsibilities related to Class V wells. Compliance with the applicable regulations regarding Class V wells by the property owners will reduce the potential for groundwater contamination and impact to the source water aquifer. Success criterion: Distribution of information according to the schedule outlined in section 7.3.1.3 and tracking of the number of information packets distributed. 7.3.2 Information for Registered Storage Tank Owners The City, possibly with the assistance of the Wellhead Protection Consultant, will prepare and send a letter to owners of properties within the DWSMAs that have active registered storage tanks. The letter will not be sent to owners of properties for which available information indicates that the storage tanks have been removed. This letter will direct recipients to MPCA publications and guidance on proper operation and maintenance of storage tanks and include information on the City's Wellhead and Source Water Protection Program (the Program). Information in the letter will also be posted on the City's website. A copy of the letter will be available in a publically accessible location in City Hall. 7.3.2.1 Source of Action City staff, possibly with the assistance of the Wellhead Protection Consultant, will prepare the letter to owners of targeted storage tank properties. City staff will also post information contained in the letter to the City's website. 7.3.2.2 Cooperators Wellhead Protection Consultant, if needed 7.3.2.3 Time Frame The letter will be sent to owners of properties in the DWSMAs where active tanks are located within two years of approval of this Plan. In addition, letters will be sent to property owners as new storage tanks are identified in the DWSMAs. A reminder letter will be sent to all targeted storage tank property owners in year seven of Plan implementation. 7.3.2.4 Estimated Cost Approximately $1,200-$2,000. Estimated costs include City staff time, letter production and postage costs, and Wellhead Protection Consultant costs (as necessary). 7.3.2.5 Goals Achieved Targeted property owners will be educated concerning the Wellhead and Source Water Protection program, on where to find information on proper operation and maintenance of storage tanks, and the requirements necessary to maintain a safe and secure system. Property owners will be encouraged to use best management practices regarding their storage tanks, and report any releases of contaminants to the City in addition to any other actions required by applicable regulations. Planned distribution of this letter 25