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5.5. SR 08-06-2007 REQUEST FOR ACTION To Ci Council Agenda Section Administration Item Description Authorization to Award Contract to Bonestroo to complete a Loading Assessment and N ondegradation Report Meeting Date Au st 6, 2007 Item Number 5.5. Prepared by Rebecca Hau ,Environmental Admin Reviewed by Scott Clark, Community Development Director Reviewed by Tim Simon, Finance Director Action Requested Staff is recommending the Council approve Bonestroo to develop the city's Loading Assessment and Nondegradation Report as required by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency. Backeround/Discussion The City of Elk River was required by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) to apply for the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) General Storm Water Permit by March 10, 2003. A requirement of the permit is to develop a Loading Assessment and Nondegradation Report. This report is due on December 1, 2007. The MPCA will consider the permittee to be in compliance with the nondegradation rules if 1988 loading levels of storm water volume and pollutants can be achieved, either through existing facilities, programs and policies, or through proposed modifications. This report will determine the average annual flow volume, total suspended solids, and phosphorus. To achieve this, staff requested statements of qualifications from three firms: Bonestroo, Barr and Wenck. Each firm is very qualified however, staff is recommending Bonestroo based on their close relationship to the MPCA, their familiarity with the City of Elk River due to the Natural Resources Inventory (NRI), and the method they are proposing to use which is a GIS approach. They are proposing to complete the work for $28,678. Barr proposed using the Simple Method/P8 model and they propose it would cost $35,000. Wenck proposed using the EP A Simple Method and it would cost $28,568 but that doesn't include any miscellaneous expenses. In order to keep costs down, the City will be utilizing the new Engineering Technician and Sherburne County's GIS staff to provide Bonestroo with information. Staff is proposing the Council budget not to exceed $40,000 to cover the Bonestroo's work, the City's Engineering Technician and Sherburne County's GIS staff. This would be paid out of the City's Surface Water Management fund. Finance Director Tim Simon has verified that there are sufficient funds to cover this expense which will occur over late 2007 and 2008. Financial Impact Not to exceed $40,000 Attachments · RFQ from Bonestroo, Barr and Wenck Action Motion by _ Second by _ Vote Follow Up s: \Council\Rebecca \Action Requested-nondeg.doc '.-'."",' ;.,,; ,cLPrcwpsal fa?' ,~~;,;N!PDES Phase II ,;'Loading Assessment, Non Degradation Report, MPCA Submittal Prepared for City of Elk River "leo, Barr Engineering Company 4700 West 77th Street . Minneapolis, MN 55435-4803 Phone: 952-832-2600 . Fax: 952-832-2601 . www.barr.com An EEO Employer BARR Minneapolis, MN . Hibbing, MN . Duluth, MN . Ann Arbor, MI . Jefferson City, MO June 29, 2007 Scott Clark Community Development Director City of Elk River 13065 Orono Parkway Elk River, :M:N 55330 Dear Mr. Clark: We are pleased to present our proposal to the City of Elk River to complete the MS4 Loading Assessment, Nondegradation Report, and MPCA submittal. We acknowledge receipt of the NPDES Phase II Loading Assessment, Non Degradation Report, MPCA Submittal RFQ dated June 2007. We believe that selecting Barr for this work will result in a successful project for the City because: · Experience with MS4 permitting projects provides a cost.effective assessment and provides the City with meaningful results. Barr is already working on numerous MS4 permitting projects and projects that involve the development of municipal nondegradation plans. We have met with MPCA staff on our client's behalf and know their expectations for water quality modeling in these loading assessments. We have confirmed that a simpler, less expensive modeling approach can provide everything the City needs to gain MPCA approval and meet the City's objectives. · Extensive knowledge of NPDES permitting, stormwater-pollution prevention planning, and surface-water management facilitates MPCA and public approval. Barr's loading assessment methodology has already been reviewed and approved by the MPCA, meaning your project will benefit from more rapid acceptance and approval by the MPCA and the public. In fact, Barr has already conducted several TMDL studies in addition to completing a comprehensive phosphorus study for the MPCA. Through this_and other ongoing work, we have a strong working knowledge of watershed management, best management practices (BMPs), NPDES permit requirements, and total maximum daily load (TMDL) regulations. This comprehensive technical knowledge will benefit the City during preparation of the loading assessment/nondegradation report, as well as any interactions with the MPCA, other selected MS4s, the City Council, and the public. · Thorough understanding of Elk River and surrounding region leads to comprehensive understanding of project requirements. Barr has worked on projects for the Great River Energy (GRE) site in Elk River, involving stormwater NPDES permitting and design and construction of Best Management Practices (BMPs) that are intended to fully meet the Special Waters requirements in the MPCA's Construction Activities Permit, as well as the Nondegradation Requirements in the MPCA's MS4 Permit. As a result of our stormwater permitting and BMP design and construction experience in Elk River and Sherburne County, we have developed a thorough understanding of the MPCA' s MS4 Permit requirements for Restricted Waters and the implications for the City of Elk River. We look forward to working with you on this project. Please contact Greg Wilson (952-832-2672, or gwi!son@barr.com) if you have questions about our qualifications or proposed scope of work. ~ ~gory J. Wilson, P.E. Project Manager C~Obr Vice President, Principal in Charge Enclosure Contents Firm Qualifications & References...................... ............................................................................... ............2 Proposed Work Plan ... ......... ....... ..... ......... ........... ................. .... ............... ...... ....... .... ......... ......... .......... .........5 Project Understanding ............................................................................................... ................................5 Project Approach........................................................................................ ................. ..... ....................... ..5 Work Scope.........................................................................................:....... ......... ....... ......................... ...1 0 Proj ect Team............................................ .......................................... ..................................... .................... .14 Additional Information......... ............................. ................. ........................................................................ .16 Project Schedule and Proposed Budget ........ .......................... ........ ......... ............. .... ........ .... ............ ... ........20 Attachment A: Resumes of Key Personnel Barr Engineering Company Page 1 Barr's Relationship with Storm Water Permitting Staff-Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) Barr has a contract with the MPCA to complete total maximum daily load (TMDL) studies and Stormwater Program projects for the state. In fact, Barr has already conducted several TMDL studies in addition to completing a comprehensive phosphorus study for the MPCA. Through this, our participation on the Stormwater Steering Committee (and several subcommittees), and other ongoing work, we have a strong working relationship with the MPCA and knowledge of watershed management, stormwater modeling, best management practices (BMPs), NPDES permit requirements, and total maximum daily load (TMDL) regulations. This comprehensive technical knowledge will benefit the City during preparation of the loading assess- mentlnondegradation report, as well as any interactions with the MPCA, other selected MS4s, and the public. Recently, we held a meeting with our clients and the MPCA stormwater permitting staff (see refer- ences) to present our general approach and the assumptions that we have been using to complete the nondegra- dation loading assessments. MPCA staff reviewed our written methodology, asked clarifying questions, and provided suggestions for the completion of the Nondegradation Reports. After further internal review follow- ing the meeting, MPCA staff called to indicate that they concurred with our approach and did not have any comments or suggested changes to the loadings assessments. Scott Fox Minnesota Pollution Control Agency 520 Lafayette Road S1. Paul, MN 55155 651-296-9433 Lou Flynn Permit Writer Minnesota Pollution Control Agency 520 Lafayette Road St. Paul, MN 55155 651-296-6575 Floodplain Mapping; Development Plan Review-Sherburne County, Minnesota Development Plan Review Barr's relationship with Sherburne County dates back to 1997 when Barr began reviewing development plans for the County. Barr's review involves examining peak discharge rates to determine if post devel- opment conditions do not exceed pre-development; estimating low flow and entry elevations based on the 100- year high water levels of ponding areas and conveyence channels; estimating conformance with the water quality requirements of an NPDES permit; and examining temporary and permanent erosion control measures. Floodplain Mapping Since the early 1970s, flood insurance rate maps (FIR.TVIs) in Minnesota have been used by communities, lenders, and insurance providers to gather basic information about flood-prone areas and floodplain development. The Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) map-modernization project is intended to update the FIRMs as well as to make the maps' infor- mation available in an electronic format. After Sherburne County became a cooperating technical partner (CTP) with FEMA, the county hired Barr to modernize floodplain maps, profiles, and insurance studies to incorporate recent development and improve topographic information in the area. At the time, the county's existing flood insurance studies were out- dated, with some over 20 years old. Development was rapidly spreading into areas that had previously been mapped as unnum- bered A zones, or not mapped at all. In most instances the existing Barr Engineering Company Page 3 Proposed Work Plan Project Understanding Barr Engineering Company (Barr) understands that the City of Elk River would like assistance to perform the modeling, analysis, recommendations and submittals required to fulfill the Loading Assessment and Nondegradation Report components of the City's MS4 NPDES Phase IT permit (Permit) with the Minne- sota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) by December, 2007. Barr understands that the following sources of additional information will be available (most of it in GIS format) for our use in completing the Loading Assessment analysis by contacting the staff at the City of Elk River or the Sherburne County GIS department: 1. 1988 Land Use map (Arc View) 2. 1988 Zoning map (ArcView) 3. 2004 Land Use map (ArcView) 4. 2004 Zoning map C-ArcView) 5. 2007 Current Comprehensive plan 6. 2006 Aerial photos 7. Lots platted during the period of 1988-2004 (Arc View) 8. Elk River Engineering Design Guidelines 9. Available Development grading/drainage reports 10. Summary of platting that occurred in the City of Elk River between 1988 and 2004 and Present (Arc View) We further understand that storm water runoff from the City of Elk River discharges to a segment of the Mississippi River that is considered an Outstanding Resource Value Water (ORVW) and the MPCA will require a Restricted Waters Assessment as part of our submittals. In addition, Elk River and Lake Orono are on the MPCA's impaired waters list aQd the Nondegradation Report should discuss the potential im- pacts that future discharges of storm water will have on the impaired surface waters in the City of Elk Ri ver. Project Approach Barr intends to use our most recent experience to compile and evaluate the available data, develop and use a modeling approach to address the Nondegradation loading assessment requirements of the MS4 Permit, and prepare a Nondegradation Report that will guide future development in the city. As part of the Non- degradation plan development process we will achieve the following: · Easy collaboration with the other Selected MS4s · Acceptance by the public and local water authorities · Approval by the MPCA and the public Barr Engineering Company Page 5 evaluation came primarily from peer-reviewed manuals, with additional information and discussion based on Barr's own experience and professional judgment. Table 1 shows that the only limitation with the P8 model, as it relates to the modeling requirements for the loading assessment, is that it is not intended to be used to determine pollutant loadings from non- urban land uses. However, the Simple Method, PONDNET and GWLF can be used to determine pollut- ant loadings from both urban and non-urban land uses. Table 1 also shows that the Simple Method, PONDNET and GWLF lack the ability to model the BMPs that would typically be considered for imple- mentation by the City (such as vegetated drainage ways, extended detention, rain gardens and street sweeping). SLAMM is more detailed than P8 with respect to porous pavements and distinguishing source loading areas (such as driveways, parking lots, lawns, etc.). XP-SWMM is more complex, significantly more expensive, and BMP modeling is more cumbersome, less accurate and less intuitive than the P8 model. For the purposes of developing our proposed scope of work and cost estimate, we have assumed that we will use the Simple Method to determine the pollutant loadings and runoff volumes from each of the land uses within each watershed and then use the P8 model to account for the effects of BMP implementation for the time periods of interest to the MPCA. The following statements provide justification for choosing the Simple MethodIP8 model combination for the loading assessment modeling, in comparison to SLAMM, POND NET and XP-SWMM: · Based on a meeting, on behalf of several Barr clients, MPCA staff were briefed on this modeling approach for the Loading Assessment and indicated that it would be accepted · Modeling approach will support potential development of a Nondegradation P~an in the future to address any new or expanded discharges · All of the Simple Method inputs can be directly derived within GIS · PONDNET does not model TSS loadings and is only intended for wet detention pond modeling · P8 exceeds the capabilities of SLAMM when it comes to networking of watershedslBMPs and many of the graphics and advanced features · P8 provides routines for perforrniD.g sensitivity analyses and can also be run in design mode to de- termine required sizes of BMP(s) to meet treatment criteria · P8 has highest peer acceptance in Minnesota for urban runoff and BMP water quality modeling · P8 is free, user-friendly and easy to learn with its menu driven system · P8 allows for hydrologic calibration within the program · P8 allows for some GIS compatibility via ASCII text fIle import of watershed data and export of results · P8 reads in hourly precipitation data, while SLAMM only reads in the total precipitation and du- ration of each rainfall event Barr Engineering Company Page 7 consequences of any potential water quality trends and includes a discussion of BMPs that were considered to address nondegradation (as well as wetland and stream morphology impacts), as far as is reasonable and practical through future development, retrofit and mitigation. · The modeling results will show the changes in TP, TSS and volume since 1988 and the changes expected by 2020 for each of the major watersheds in the City. Barr will apply accepted BMP ef- fectiveness to any updates of the loadings assessment estimates for newly developing or redevel- oping areas, based on the ordinances and design requirements currently in place or proposed by the City, watershed organizations, Wetland Conservation Act and the MPCA. The final report will including mapping of the following: o Receiving waters, high quality waters, impaired waters and watersheds impacted by any potential new discharge o Significant discharge locations within each watershed o Soil classifications and potential for infiltration practices · If the updated assessment indicates that future pollutant loadings and flow will still exceed those estimated for 1988, Barr will note the results and summarize key points in the Nondegradation Report that are intended to address the loadings and receiving water impacts using reasonable and practical BMP alternatives. The Restricted Waters Assessment will eliminate expanded dis- charges wherever possible, and evaluate all other prudent and feasible alternatives to increasing volume and pollutant loadings in storm water discharges to the OR VW surface waters. · The Nondegradation Report will also document how the city will be planning ahead for meeting the TMDL requirements associated with the MPCA's impaired waters program. · As part of the report preparation, the remaining submittals for the MPCA, and recommendations for modifications to the SWPPP will be prepared; the public and local water authority comments on the proposed SWPPP modifications will address nondegradation, with a rec;ord of decision on the comments. · Our scope includes one meeting at the city with all of the interested local water management au- thorities or the MPCA to present the results of the Loading Assessment/Nondegradation Report and solicit their questions and comments. Barr assumes no significant modification will be re- quired for preparing the [mal report. Task 3 Deliverables 1. Five printed copies and an electronic version of the Nondegradation Report 2. Mapping in electronic format 3. Attendance and presentation at one meeting at the city with local water management authorities or the MPCA Barr Engineering Company Page 13 Aaron Mielke GIS Specialist Aaron's primary areas of expertise are geographic information systems (GIS) technology and data analysis. At Barr, Aaron works on environmental impact statement (ElS) reports, permits, and studies. He also creates maps and datasets/shapeflles using data analysis procedures or by digitizing information from aerial photographs or field-colleted data. Prior to joining Barr, Aaron worked for the Minnesota Department of Agriculture, where he special- ized in analyzing data sets using ArcGlS software, designing maps, and developing new data collection methods. Aaron recently completed the GIS work for the Plymouth nondegradation loading assessment. Janna Kieffer, P.E. Water Resources Engineer Janna specializes in water resources management, including performing hydrologic, hydraulic, and water quality modeling, and writing water management plans. Her rele- vant experience includes developing a comprehensive water resources management plan for the City of Edina, for which she modeled stormwater hydrology and hydraulics with XP-SWMM, modeled water quality with P8, and wrote the management plan. Janna also performed a hydrologic and hydraulic study for the City of Mankato that involved revising the City's stormwater management plan to account for future land-use conditions. She completed a stormwater analysis for a low-impact development located on a trout stream in southern Minnesota that involved modeling to ensure that the stormwater treatment design was in compliance with NPDES requirements. She has experience writing watershed management plans, including writing the third generation plan for the Ramsey-Washington Metro Watershed District. Janna is working on nondegradation plans for the cities of Edina and Minnetonka. Jennifer Koehler, EIT Water Resources Engineer Jennifer holds masters degrees in water resources management and in civil and envi- ronmental engineering. At Barr, she works on projects involving hydrologic and hy- draulic modeling, waterOmanagement planning, and development of best management practices. Examples of her relevant experience include evaluating GIS-based runoff - models for use in watershed management planning, performing build-out scenarios of a Wisconsin watershed using selected models, creating outreach materials for practitioners related to the use of GIS-based runoff models, developing an inventory of potential stormwater best management prac- tices (BMPs) for Middleton, WI, and applying developed infiltration models to assess the impact of BMPs in an urban environment. Jennifer is working on nondegradation planning for the city of Bloom- ington. Barr Engineering Company Page 15 The plan serves as a planning tool for future trunk storm sewers and ditch conveyance, ponds, basic nor- mal levels, lOa-year flood levels, and building elevation requirements. We addressed water quality issues regarding NPDES regulations, water quality enhancement, future ponding area aesthetics, and trout stream issues. In addition, Barr provided the city with electronic fIles for the complete hydrologic and hydraulic analysis of the city, including field verification of map-determined watershed divides, full development watershed conditions modeling for lO-year and lOa-year frequency storm events, and a summary of all work on GIS figures and Quattro Pro tables. Surface-Water Management Plan City of Hastings, Minnesota Barr prepared Hastings' first surface water management plan and numerous updates as the city has continued to develop and expand. One of the updates involved what is known as the Hastings South Fringe Area (SFA) that petitioned and was annexed into the city. This annexed area is located south of the Verrnillion River. Through the SFA passes two major drainage-ways that the state has not des- ignated as public waters. Developing a surface water management plan for the SFA required Barr to model a 21-square-rnile agricul- tural watershed outside of the city that drains through the SF A. The hydrologic and hydraulic analysis of the SF A watershed in- volved: ........./v~~ W a) Inventory of all culverts that pass through county or town- ship roads upstream of the SF A. b) Detailed delineation of the watershed's tributary to each road crossing. c) Collection of soil and topography information throughout the watershed. d) Preparation of a hydrologic and hydraulic computer model of the watershed and running it for the la-year and lOa-year storm events. e) Development of a surface-water management plan for the tributary watershed, which identified and prioritized locations where flood control, channel stabilization, channel erosion control, and maintenance measures need to be implemented. Hydrologic and hydraulic modeling was conducted for the 21-square- mile watershed, including the South Fringe Area (shown in blue). A key element of the plan was the realization that the city relies heavily on the upstream system of county and township culverts to provide flow-control regulation. If the county or a township should decide to enlarge the culvert capacity through any road, it could result in significant flooding in the city. Therefore, the surface water management plan calls for the city, Dakota County, and the upstream townships to coordinate any upstream roadway and culvert improvements to ensure the city's newly developing area does not become flooded in the future. Barr Engineering Company Page 17 The manual, funded by the Metropolitan Council along with five Twin Cities municipalities and water- shed management organizations, is available as a printed document and on the web at www.metrocouncil.org. Detailed Assessment of Phosphorus Sources to Minnesota Watersheds Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Barr prepared a report titled Detailed Assessment of Phosphorus Sources to Minnesota Watersheds in conjunction with Limno-Tech, Inc., Dr. David Mulla, and Dr. Prasanna Gowda, under the TMDL (total maximum daily load) master contract for the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency. If:r,~PoIaII" 'S='CanaoltAtleMl' Detaiied. Assessment " Concerns from the Minnesota State Legislature and other parties about the phosphorus content of automatic-dishwasher detergents resulted in legislation requiring a study of all of the sources and amounts of phosphorus entering publicly owned treatment works (POTWs) and Minnesota surface waters. To provide the MPCA with the information necessary to comply with this new legislation, Barr and our master-contract partners performed an assessment that inventoried: a) the sources and amounts of phosphorus entering Minnesota surface waters for each of the ten major watershed basins and for the entire state of Minnesota, from point and non-point sources during low (dry), average, and high (wet) flow conditions, and b) the sources and amounts of phosphorus enter- ing three different sizes and categories of publicly owned treatment works. The assessment also examined statewide variations in these annual loadings by major basin and flow condition. In addition, Barr looked at the effect of various phosphorus-source-reduction options on receiving-water quality and wastewater-treatment-facility per- formance. The assessment found that, under average flow conditions, the point-source total phosphorus contribution is 31 percent of the loadings to surface waters statewide, while non-point sources represent 69 percent. It also found that, statewide, 43 percent of phosphorus entering POTW s was from human waste and 57 percent was from non-ingested sources-with only 2.8 percent of that from automatic dishwasher detergents. Automatic-dishwasher A detailed explanation of the study, the approach and methods used, the fIndings, and the recommended concepts for lowering the amount of phosphorus that comes from both point and non-point sources can be found on the MPCA's website at www.pca.state.mn.us/hot/legislature/reports/phosphorus-report.html. deterQent: 3% Barr Engineering Company Page 19 Attachment A: Resumes of Key Personnel Barr Engineering Company ..- Page 21 ROBERT C. OBERMEYER, P.E. Civil Engineer, Vice President Experience Education Registration Memberships Presentationsl Publications Bob Obermeyer's primary responsibilities are in the fields of hydrology and hydraulic engineering. His experience includes the following activities: · Preparation of detailed design of drainage facilities · Analysis and design of storm water detention facilities · Analysis and delineation of floodplain areas Bob has assisted in the preparation of comprehensive drainage plans for the cities of Annandale, Hastings, Hutchinson, Maplewood, New Brighton, and Worthington, Minnesota, and Sioux Falls, South Dakota. He has also been involved in the design of major stormwater drainage systems in Eden Prairie, Edina, Maplewood, and Moorhead, Minnesota. Bob is the engineer for the Riley-Purgatory-Bluff Creek Watershed District, the Nine Mile Creek Watershed District, and the Lower Rum River Watershed_ Management Organization. His responsibilities for these organizations include: · Preparing engineer's annual reports. · Preparing water quality reports and management plans for watershed lakes and streams. · Reviewing numerous development and utility plans for projects located within watershed districts. · Completing plans and specifications for storm water conveyance and detention facilities. Bob has worked with several major developers in the preparation of site grading and utility plans for shopping centers throughout the country. He also assisted these developers in obtaining the necessary local, state, and federal governmental permits for these p~_ojects. B.S., Civil Engineering, University of Minnesota, 1974 Civil Engineer: Colorado, Illinois, Indiana, Minnesota, Michigan Minnesota Society of Professional Engineers Minnesota Geotechnical Society "Design and Maintenance of Hydraulic Structures." University of Minnesota Water Resources Conference. October 1990. "Erosion Control Measures During and After Construction." Minnesota Public Works Association. April 1981. 21 0662v 1 Barr Engineering Company GREGORY J. WILSON, P.E. Civil Engineer Experience Greg Wilson joined Barr in 1993 with six years of experience as a civil engineering intern for Barr and a local municipality. His experience includes hydrology and hydraulics, water quality modeling, geographic information systems (GIS), wetland and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting, and design applications in water resources. Examples of his experience include: · Provided storm water pollution prevention planning assistance for several Minnesota cities. Currently working on, or providing technical assistance for, Nondegradation Assessments for the following Selected MS4s to satisfy the MPCA's NPDES Permit requirements: . St. Louis Park . Lakevi11e . Minnetonka . Bloomington . Plymouth · Serving as project manager, technical resource, and primary author of Detailed Assessment of Phosphorus Sources to Minnesota Watersheds, prepared for the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA). This watershed-based study of phosphorus contributions to Minnesota's surface waters was conducted to inventory the sources and amounts of phosphorus entering three different sizes and categories of publicly owned treatment works (POTWs), and to inventory the poi.nt- and nonpoint-sources and amounts of phosphorus entering Minnesota's surface waters for each major watershed and for the entire state during dry, average, and wet conditions. Additionally, the study determined the effect of various phosphorus source reduction options and assessed options for lowering the point and nonpoint source phosphorus loads to surface waters. The study provided recommendations for further refining phosphorus loading estimates. · Completing a feasibility analysis for controlling internal phosphorus loads in Spring Lake, as well as in-lake water quality modeling and evaluation of internal and external phosphorus loadings for Spring and Upper Prior Lakes. Work included assessing sediment and phosphorus removal performance of upstream wetland and ferric chloride injection system for the Prior Lake- Spring Lake Watershed District. Presented results at two public workshops. · Currently developing a feasibi.lity study as a follow-up to the recently completed water-quality modeling study for the Ivy Falls Creek, Interstate Valley Creek, and West/Central/East Highway 13 watersheds of the Lower Barr Engineering Company Gregory J. Wilson (cont.) Mississippi River Watershed Management Organization (LMRWMO). The water quality modeling and subsequent feasibility studies are intended to identify the hot spots for nutrient loading to the Mississippi River and to identify if the recommended water-quality improvement measures are appropriate and feasible. The water quality modeling was completed using the P8 Urban Catchment Model and PONDNET. · Providing review and comment on the Bloomington Airport South District AUAR and the Storm Water Treatment Feasibility Study for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge. This review included a critique of the approach, completeness, direction, proposed solutions, methods, and logic of the feasibility study analysis, as well as the P8 water quality modeling developed as part of the stormwater treatment feasibllity study. Recommendations were made for improvements to the modeling and to the proposed stormwater treatment system design. Most of the recommended improvements incorporated low-impact development and pollution-prevention design principles that had not been previously considered. · Managing storm water-runoff water-quality-monitoring study of Gervais Mill Pond and Owasso Basin in Little Canada, Minnesota, to evaluate effectiveness of phosphorus and suspended sediment removal in smaller detention ponds. Monitoring of the primary inlet, outlet, and eight minor inlets showed that the outlet total suspended solids (TSS) and total phosphorus (TP) concentrations were generally higher than the concentrations observed at the primary inlet, and that runoff is likely being short-circuited through Owasso Basin. As a follow-up to this study, the P8 Urban Catchment Model was calibrated to the observed monitoring data and an assessment of potential improvements to the water-quality treatment performance of Owasso Basin was done, assuming fully developed land-use conditions in the watershed. This assessment included a discussion of the benefits, limitations, and feasibility ?f potential water-quality treatment improvements. · Providing expert testimony regarding the regional fecal coliform total maximum daily load (TMDL) for the Lower Mississippi River Basin at the MPCA citizens' board meeting contested-case hearing on behalf of the Minnesota Center for Environmental Advocacy (MCEA). This testimony involved the technical review of the TMDL document to verify that water quality standards would be met, a margin of safety was provided, and load and waste load allocations were properly established and provided a reasonable assurance that each of the water bodies would comply with the water quality standards. · Performing water quality mass-balance modeling to evaluate alternative uses for agricultural lands in the Minnesota River floodplain for the American Rivers organization. The study involved the use of published water-quality constituent export-rate coefficients to determine the effects of switching from Barr Engineering Company Gregory J. Wilson (cont.) Education Registration Memberships Presentations/ Training/ Publications corn and soybean production within floodplain lands. Grass hay production, pasture and grazing land, hybrid poplar tree production, and natural forest land were the alternative land uses considered. . Preparing hydraulic and hydrologic analysis to assist clients in water resources management. Projects included: Completing stormwater quality management plan for Fairmont, Minnesota. Used MINLEAP and PONDNET models to set water quality goals and estimate annual phosphorus budgets for the Fairmont Chain of Lakes. Lake phosphorus mass-balance model calibrated and used in conjunction with P8 model to evaluate effectiveness of proposed best management practices. Assisting in hydrologic analysis of Minnesota's Big Birch Lake watershed by using the Barr watershed model. Modeling phosphorus in surface-water runoff for Grass Lake Watershed Management Organization using PONDNET computer model. . Assisting clients with lake management planning by conducting water quality monitoring, determining hydrologic and phosphorus budgets, and completing comprehensive lake management plans that set lake water quality goals. Work included identifying existing and potential sources of water quality degradation, and recommending specific BMPs to preserve or improve lake water quality. Projects included: Chetek Lakes (Barron County, Wisconsin) Lac Courte OreiUes Lake (Sawyer County, Wisconsin) Long Lake (Washburn County, Wisconsin) Bone Lake (Polk County, Wisconsin) Deer Lake (Polk County, Wisconsin) M.S., Civil Engineering, University of Minnesota, 1993 B.S., Civil Engineering, University of Minnesota, 1990 Civil Engineer: Minnesota Minnesota Lakes Association "An Analysis of Urban Stormwater Quality From the Minneapolis Chain of Lakes Watershed." Master's thesis. University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota. 1993. "An Analysis of Urban Stormwater Quality From the Minneapolis Chain of Lakes Watershed." Sixteenth Annual International Symposium on Lake, Reservoir and Watershed Management, North American Lake Management Society. November, 1996. Barr Engineering Company TIMOTHY ANDERSON, P.E. GIS Specialist Experience Tim Anderson has nearly 20 years of experience. He was originally hired at Barr as a water resources engineer; through his work in that field, he came to appreciate the value of GIS as a cost-effective tool to store data and perform the analyses necessary for hydraulic and hydrologic modeling and planning. Tim has worked almost exclusively with GIS for the last 14 years. He has extensive experience using and programming GIS applications and managing GIS projects. Examples of his experience include: · Developing GIS databases for several Minnesota watershed districts and water management organizations. Information used in these databases was collected from a wide range of sources, including federal, state, county, and municipal entities. Tim also developed pre-and post processors to surface- water-flood and water-quality models, including SWMM and P8 models. These interfaces enable the interactive display and interpretation of modeling results. · Reprojecting and evaluating historic aerial photography for Swede Hollow and Phalen Creek in St. Paul, Minnesota. This work was used in developing the Swede Hollow master plan. · Developing pre-and post-processors to surface-water-flood and water-quality models, including SWIvlM and P8. These interfaces enable the interactive display and interpretation of modeling results. · Utilizing global positioning systems (GPS) to collect lake-sampling data and incorporate it into a GIS program for analysis and presentation purposes. Developed an application to automate the reporting of macrophyte (lake weeds) types and densities from the GPS data onto GIS mapping of lakes. · Interpreting aerial photography, rasterizing overlays, and developing raster- based layers wi'.th ArcView Spatial Analyst. · Modeling the proposed removal of Rapidan in Blue Earth County, Minnesota, with ArcView 3D Analyst. This effort included incorporating historic contour data, soundings, CAD layers and USGS DEM data. The final product was a before-and-after perspective view of the site. · Developing an interactive GIS component for website of the Food and Nutrition Service of the Minnesota Department of Children, Families & Learning. The GIS part of the site employs Visual Basic, ESRI MapObjects, ESRI MapObjects Internet Map Server, and Oracle 8.0.5 to improve customer access to information. The roles that GIS serves on this site include: Streamlining the determination of geographic eligibility of daycare providers, centers, and other program recipients for programs that provide reimbursement for meals, milk, and snacks served. Barr Engineering Company Tim Anderson, P.E. (cont.) Verifying the location of daycare providers, centers, and other program recipients Providing information for online program applications Providing public access to information about home daycare providers, daycare centers, and schools Allowing a user to enter a home street addresses and see, on a map, what school district that address lies in. The interface also allows users to see elementary and secondary school boundaries within the district. Moreover, it allows users to see home daycare providers, daycare centers, and schools in the area. Detailed information about these sites can be obtained by clicking on the map locations. · Developing a GIS application for the Minnesota Department of Transportation's bridge inventory database. This application was developed to link data from a Paradox relational database to GIS with ArcView. The application gives the client the ability to query bridges using either the Paradox database or Arc View, and allows users to easily create custom reports and/or figures with selected features. Tim developed an additional application to aid engineers in managing data related to bridge scour, and includes links between ArcView, WordPerfect, and Quattro Pro. · Designing and developing Barr's corporate system for file management, as well as customized applications for more than 40 GIS users. This system includes ways to monitor software usage, document project file locations on printouts, convert data. customize digitizing, and manage extensions. Nearly all updates and additions can be managed over Barr's network. · Developing a web application that allows users to determine their legislative districts and legislators based on users' street addresses. · Developing GIS applications and interfaces in A venue for creating input to air dispersion and groundwater models. · Creating an ArcView interface for accessing data from a laboratory information management database. ODBC drivers were used to access records and display data from the database, which contained more than 100,000 records. Included were mechanisms for developing automatic queries based on location, dates, and parameters. · Developing a GIS application to report and analyze boring and water-level data for dams in Michigan and Wyoming. Included in this application is automatic querying of tables for specific data (such as date and location) and an interface between ArcView and surface modeling (Eagle Point and Surfer) applications. Barr Engineering Company Tim Anderson, P.E. (cant.) Education Registration Presentations M.S., Water Resources, Iowa State University, 1986 B.S., Civil Engineering, North Dakota State University, 1983 Civil Engineer: Minnesota "Using GIS to Assist with Child Nutrition Programs." Minnesota GIS /LIS Consortium. St. Cloud, Minnesota, October 1999. "Useful GIS Applications." Annual Meeting of the City Engineers Association of Minnesota. Bloomington, Minnesota, January 1996. "Development of Lake Diagnostic-Feasibility Studies for Parkers and Sweeney Lakes Using the P8 Urban Catchment Model." Minnesota Water '94 Managing Minnesota's Rivers and Watersheds, April 1994. "Lake Minnetonka Water Budget Computer Model." Twenty-Third Annual Water Resources Conference, University of Minnesota-Department of Professional Development, Continuing Education and Extension, October 1990 Barr Engineering Company AARON M. MIELKE GIS Specialist Experience Aaron's primary areas of expertise are geographic information systems (GIS) technology and data analysis. At Barr, Aaron works on environmental impact statement (EIS) reports, permits, and studies. He also creates maps and datasets/shapefiles using data analysis procedures or by digitizing information from aerial photographs or field-colleted data. Prior to joining Barr, Aaron worked for the Minnesota Department of Agriculture, where he specialized in analyzing data sets using ArcGIS software, designing maps, and developing new data collection methods. Aarons's work for Barr clients includes: Education · Developing a GIS procedure as part of EIS reports and studies for Polymet Mining Corporation. The procedure, created to calculate the surface area of stock piles at several intervals over a 20-year period, included creating triangular irregular network (TIN) models of stock piles and converting the data to grids for 5-, 10-, 15-, and 20-year intervals. Work included calculating stock-pile cover areas and creating shapefiles to show surface area in 40 ft. contours for each pile. A script was also developed to batch process several of the steps. Work was completed using ArcMap with 3D analyst and spatial analyst extensions and Microsoft Excel. · Creating datasets and figures for an EIS mining permit for Minnesota Steel Industries. Work included analyzing county-parcel data. The figures give the client the ability to identify land ownership within the project area. Using ArcMap, each parcel was classified based on a combination of class codes and ownership types. The new dataset included attributes that allowed for the creation of maps to show ownership classified into several categories defined by the client. · Executing GIS procedure as part of a tailings discharge evaluation for Iron Ore Company ~f Canada. Work included creating TINs and grids for underwater volume calculations. TINs were created to represent the surface of the tailings discharge starting at the surface of the lake and assuming a 10 percent slope. The existing grid of the lake bathymetry was used as the bottom surface. Once the grids were created the volume between the two surfaces was used to calculate the underwater tailings volume. This was done using ArcMap with 3D analyst and spatial analyst extensions. Graduate Certificate, GIS, University of Wisconsin Madison, 2005 B.S., Natural Resources, University of Wisconsin Madison, 2002 247810 Barr Engineering Company 2335 Highway 36 W St. Paul, MN 55113 Tel 651-636-4600 Fax 651-636-1311 www.bonestroo.com . Bonestroo June 29, 2007 Scott Clark Community Development Director City of Elk River 13065 Orono Parkway Elk River, MN 55330 Dear Scott: Our work plan relies on collaboration between Bonestroo and Elk River staff. Our approach emphasizes how we intend to provide a clear and understandable Loading Assessment and Nondegradation Plan. This clarity will facilitate Elk River's understanding of the plan and the MPCA's review of it. We anticipate a successful project since we have already invested significant time in meetings with the MPCA to clarify Nondegradation Reporting. This investment will be used to Elk River's benefit for your project. Our work plan is rooted in our continued relationship with the MPCA and their willingness to listen to our recommendations on how this work should proceed. Bonestroo's experienced team has the skills and the knowledge to successfully deliver your plan. By selecting Bonestroo, Elk River can benefit from the following: · A dedicated and experienced team - Bonestroo chose each team member to specifically meet Elk River's needs. Bob Barth has experience in all phases of Loading Assessments and Nondegradation Reports. Randy Neprash specializes in NPDES and will provide valuable insight into Minnesota Pollution Control Agency requirements. Our team members will combine their technical expertise with a "big picture" philosophy. As a result, Elk River will receive a clear and effective Non Degradation Plan that meets the requirements of the various regulatory agencies. . Familiarity with Elk River - Bonestroo has previously provided water and natural resources services to Elk River through the Citywide Natural Resources Inventory. We understand the mapping resources available to us and the overall lay of the land in Elk River. · Familiarity with NPDES requirements - At Bonestroo, we have been involved in NDPES Phase II permitting issues from the beginning with our work for the League of Minnesota Cities. We have continued our involvement in all aspects of permit compliance including MS4 SWPPPs, Nondegradation Reporting, and Restricted Discharge Water Plans. st. Paul St. Cloud Rochester Milwaukee Chicago "~~,,- - .', -' -'. - ','- " .' _..-_; _'>. -:, _' . ';:C'- -~~ ~ = ~.- . . " Engineers _>..<...t: - <~~:~~;-~~: -~<c>-.:-..,- '.~:' '.~.:-~,~~ 0' .:~ /: " . '.;" ~~5 ~,. . f.:':'_:~~c,;;: ~-;: :~>':: ~,; -,-_~."t~'-,.- ,0,'", '.' ',-" :~:'~~',: ~~_ . =:: ",,'_ ',:" " ,~i~~~~:;::~~~: (~~~. :2~~: City of Elk River Loading Assessment and Nondegradation Report Page 2 June 29, 2007 For more than 50 years, Bonestroo has provided a variety of engineering services to our clients. With a reputation for delivering high quality, results-oriented projects and responsive service, meeting difficult schedules, and careful attention to budget considerations, we have the experience necessary to successfully deliver this project according to your expectations. We acknowledge the receipt of your RFQ. We welcome your in-depth review of this statement of qualifications and invite you to contact us with any questions you may have. You can reach me at 651-604-4740. We look forward to working with you. STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS , Nondegradation Plan Preparation PROFESSIONAL CONSULTING SERVICES Presented to: City of Elk River Scott Clark Community Development Director 13065 Orono Parkway Elk River, MN 55330 By: Bonestroo 2335 West Highway 36 St. Paul, MN 55113 Phone: 651-636-4600 Fax: 651-636-1311 Website: www.bonestroo.com Contact Person: Bob Barth Project Manager Direct Phone: 651-604-4740 Emaif: bob.barth@bonestroo,com June 29, 2007 # Bonestroo STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS TABLE OF CONTENTS Firm Qualifications..................... ...............".................................. 1 Firm Background.... ....... ........ ................................. ............................ 1 Similar Experience..,. ........................., .............. ............................, ...... 1 Approach,.. ............ ................ .......... ....... ....,.. ....... '" ..... ....... ... ......... ,. 3 MPCA and NPDES Permit Experience Provides Cost-effective and Defensible Loading Assessment and Nondegradation Report............... 4 Work Scope...................................,.,............................................ 5 Project Understanding......................,.. ..... ..................................... ..... 5 Loading Assessment................. ...... ................ .......................... .......... 5 Analysis.................................... ..........................................,............... 8 Recommendations,....... ...........,................... ....................................... 8 Submittal to MPCA............................................................................. 9 Optional Task: Restricted Discharge Water Plan................................. 10 Organizational Structure.........,...., ..........................,.................,. 10 Key Team Members ..........................................................................10 Organizational Chart .......................................:................................ 13 Resumes.. ... ................. .......... ... ............... .... ..... ....... .... ....... ........... ... 14 Schedule......................"........................,............................,....... 21 Project Cost...................,............. ..... ................",.................. '.... 22 Labor Hours Allocation..,..... .... ............................. ..................... .....,.. 22 References... ....................',................ .................,....,..................23 Additional Information ........,. ...................................................... 25 Related Experience ......................... .................................................. 25 -#- Bonestroo .,., ::;" 3 .0 c:: !!!.. :;; ;:;" Ql - o. :::l VI MORE THAN ANY CONSULTANT IN MINNESOTA, WE OFFER A THOROUGH KNOWLEDGE OF THE INTENT OF THE MPCA AND THE PRAatCAL IMPUCATIONS OF THE PERMIT LANGUAGE. STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS Firm Qualifications .tt Bonestroo BONESTROO HAS DEVELOPED MORE THAN 30 INDIVIDUAL MS4 PERMITS AND STORM WATER PoLLUTION PREVENTION PLANs (SWPPP) TO HELP COMMUNmES COMPLY WITH REGULATIONS. process for Minnesota communities and permitting agencies alike that resulted in regulatory consistency. United under Bonestroo's leadership, 119 municipalities were able to effectively deal with complex environmental and regulatory challenges. Our work on this project resulted in being awarded the Consulting Engineers Council of Minnesota Grand Award for Excellence in Engineering. NPDes MS4 PERMIT AsSISTANCE-VARIOUS MINNESOTA COMMUNITIES When the NPDES Phase II Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Permit qualifiCations took effect in March 2003, the regulations affected a large number of Minnesota communities. Since then, Bonestroo has developed more than 30 individual MS4 permits and Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP) to help communities comply with the regulations. Each community was required to develop Best Management Practices (BMPs) under six broad categories referred to as minimum control measures: . Public education and outreach . Public participation and involvement . Illicit discharge detection and elimination . Construction site runoff control . Post construction site runoff control . Pollution prevention/good housekeeping We based our services on the steps set forward in, the LMC Guide Plan, also developed by Bonestroo. Services included seif-assessment; developing a list of existing BMPs; reviewing existing ordinances; selecting appropriate BMPs; assembling a SWPPP; determining appropriate measurable goals; filling in the gaps; and fir:lalizing the Permit Application and SWPPP. We followed the principle that BMPs and measurable goals must be selected and written with care so commitments are attainable and SWPPPs are legally defensible. To control costs while meeting the Permit requirements, we helped our clients use existing programs to the greatest extent possible. WOODBURY, MN LOADING ASSESSMENT AND NONDEGRADATION REPORT To a large extent, Bonestroo has defined how Loading Assessments and Nondegradation Reports are completed, through our work on Woodbury's project. This project was the one of the first where the MPCA was substantively engaged in the practical considerations of the loading assessment, such as runoff coefficients, pollutant loading rates, modeling software and evaluation points. We worked with the MPCA to define a reasonable number of evaluation points for the Loading Assessment, and to agree on a modeling -# Bonestroo 2 BONESTROO'S APPROACH TO THE WOODBURY PROJECT EMPHASIZES A COST-EFFECTIVE AND MEASURED APPROACH BY MEETING THE PERMIT REQUIREMENTS WITHOUT EXPENDING ADDmONAL RESOURCES ON MEASURES THAT EXCEED THE PERMIT STANDARDS. methodology that will result in an acceptable Loading Assessment submittal. At present, we have the MPCA's preliminary agreement on our approach. The results of these discussions with the MPCA will be used by several cities in preparing their nondegradation submittals. Bonestroo's approach to the Woodbury project emphasizes a cost-effective and measured approach by meeting the Permit requirements without expending additional resources on measures that exceed the Permit standards. We prepared Woodbury's Loading Assessment using a routed water quality model based on William Walker's PondNET. We augmented this modeling with in-lake modeling at select lakes in Woodbury's system. Woodbury chose this approach because they had already developed, through other projects, the information necessary to populate the PondNET model. Furthermore, the City wanted a comprehensive water quality model for future use. ROCHESTER, MN KINGS RUN NONDEGRADATION PILOT ANALYSIS The purpose of the Kings Run Nondegradation Pilot Analysis project was to provide the City of Rochester with preliminary feedback demonstrating the technical process and issues involved in a Loading Assessment and nondegradation analysis. Through this project, our staff first realized the benefits of PondNET over other models for routed water quality modeling. Specifically, PondNET was shown to be more effective at modeling agricultural watersheds. This functionality was critical since many of the Cities involved in the Nondegradation Reporting were agricultural in the baseline condition. Through this pilot project we also came to understand the utility of routed models and that they were only warranted in cases where ponds or other BMP's occurred in series or were extensive in developed landscape. The Kings Run Nondegradation Pilot Analysis helped the City of Rochester with issues involved in a Loading Assessment and nondegradation analysis. OTHER BONESTROO LOADING ASSESSMENTS USING PONDNET ROUTED MODELING Bonestroo is currently working on the following Loading Assessment and Nondegradation Reporting projects: Chaska, Rochester, Eagan, Apple Valley, and Farmington. In each of these projects we utilize the routed PondNET water quality model. In Eagan, Apple Valley, and Farmington, the modeling infrastructure and input data already existed. Chaska and Rochester decided to invest in the routed water quality model in order to have a city-wide water quality model for future use. BONESTROO'S APPROACH TO THE ELK RIVER LOADING ASSESSMENT Throughout our work on other loading assessments we have met frequently with MPCA staff. Initially, the MPCA had little guidance to offer in how these loading assessments should be prepared. Even now, after many discussions with city staff and their consultants, the MPCA is noncommittal as to the technical specifications for creating a valid loading -#- Bonestroo 3 OUR APPROACH TO THIS PROJECT WILL BE INFORMED BY OUR CONTINUED WORK WITH MPCA PROGRAMS. assessment. Through our discussions and meetings, we have come to understand that a GIS-based approach is an acceptable method of preparing a loading assessment. We therefore propose to use a GIS emphasis on the Elk River Loading Assessment and forego the routed water quality model. This makes sense for Elk River for two reasons: . It will be accepted by the MPCA · Elk River does not have the existing modeling infrastructure to make creating a routed model cost effective In our other loading assessments we have used GIS to generate input data (such as land use and drainage area) for the PondNET model. In Elk River's case, we will use the GIS information to generate input data for a simplified model. This is a spreadsheet that summarizes pollutant and water volume loads from individual drainage areas. There is little difference in how we propose using GIS over our current routed PondNET modeling approach. The small difference would be including certain water quality treatment levels in the GIS program, depending on the stormwater design standards specific to each developed area and its time of development. EXPERIENCE WITH THE MPCA AND THE NPDES PERMIT Our approach to this project will be informed by our continued work with MPCA programs. Bonestroo staff, particularly Randy Neprash, have unparalleled depth of experience and involvement in developing the revised MS4 Permit and the nondegradation requirements. Through our work with the LMC, we worked directly with the MPCA to draft and revise much of the language in these areas. This background allows us to provide Elk River with a cost-effective and defensible Loading Assessment and Nondegradation Report. Our project team includes Bob Barth as project manager. Bob has attended several meetings with MPCA staff regarding Loading Assessments and Nondegradation Reporting. Advising the project team will be Randy Neprash and Rich Brasch. Randy's relationship with the MPCA and involvement with Nondegradation Reporting goes back to the NPDES MS4 permit's early stages. Rich Brasch has been involved in preparing Nondegradation Plans for several cities and has attended Coalition of Cities meetings regarding the evolving MS4 permit. .tt Bonestroo 4 ~ o ~ VI r"\ o "'C <'Il The first step in this process is the Loading Assessment: identifying the land areas within the City where the land use has changed or will change. STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS Work Scope PROJECT UNDERSTANDING As part of changes to the NPDES Phase II MS4 program, the MPCA selected Elk River and 29 other cities to modify their MS4 Permit SWPPPs to meet nondegradation standards for three parameters: · Average annual flow volume · Total suspended solids . Phosphorus The MPCA will consider a permittee to be in compliance with nondegradation rules if 1988 loading levels of storm water volume and pollutants (phosphorus and total suspended solids) can be achieved, either through existing facilities, programs and policies, or through proposed modifications. The 1988 baseline applies unless mitigating environmental, economic, and social factors make additional control measures unreasonable. Elk River must complete a Pollutant Loading Assessment and Nondegradation Report to meet these requirements. According to the schedule outlined in Part XI, Appendix E of the permit, Elk River's submittal is due on December 1,2007. Our work plan is rooted in our continued relationship with the MPCA and their willingness to listen to our recommendations' on how this work should proceed. In the interest of maximizing existing City resources and minimizing project cost, we propose a GIS-based approach for Elk River's loading assessment, as outlined in the tasks below. TASK 1: LOADING ASSESSMENT The first step in this process is the Loading Assessment: identifying the land areas within the City where the land use has changed or will change, with corresponding quantified changes in any of the three water quality parameters of concern listed in the permit. The loading assessment will begin with the delineation of drainage areas and physical land cover characteristics for three time frames: 1988, 2004, and 2020. Using GIS- based contour information and aerial photography, we will establish drainage boundaries and runoff conditions for each point in time. The draft permit does not set a scale for determining the changes in pollutant loading during the required time periods. Our proposed scale is to delineate drainage areas around evaluation points which are" public waters" wetlands as mapped by the DNR, wetlands larger than 10 acres that may not be on the public waters list, and lakes larger than 10 acres. Evaluation points also include discharges to public watercourses and * Bonestroo 5 f We propose no analysis of City land that has not changed since 1988, unless it lies within the Cities currently defined 2020 growth area. discharges across municipal boundaries. Evaluation point selection will be based upon discussion with, and guidance from, the MPCA. We propose no analysis of City land that has not changed since 1988, unless it lies within the City's currently defined 2020 growth area. Our preliminary conversations with the MPCA indicate that this approach will be accepted. The areas that have developed since 1988 are indicated in the City's RFP and include no more than 5,000 acres. The growth area will be defined by City staff. Within the growth area, we assume treatment levels consistent with current City policy. It is conceivable that analysis of Elk River's growth area will show that current City policies lead to increased loadings. If this is the case, we will determine load limits for the two pollutants and water volume that bring the City into compliance with nondegradation requirements. These load limits might become the basis of future City policy for the growth area. Whatever the City's decision regarding loadings from future growth areas, these will be discussed in the Nondegradation Report prepared under this project. One critical aspect to our approach emphasizes that rural residential land use of a certain minimum lot size reduces loadings of the two pollutants and water volume. Consequently, these rural residential areas of the growth plan do not need to be analyzed in this project. Based on our work with previous loading assessments, we have compiled volumetric runoff coefficients and phosphorus concentration values that, when combined with precipitation data, generate anticipated loading rates for specific land uses. Using this previous experience, we will establish loading rates associated with individual land use conditions, and use these to complete a GIS-based loading assessment for Elk River. We will define hydrologic and pollutant loading parameters similar to those we are using in our other Loading Assessments. These assumptions will be modified as needed to match the unique soils, topography, and climate of the Elk River area. Elk River's hydrologic and pollutant loading parameters will be supported by the same literature citations used for our ongoing Loading Assessments. This means a consistent approach is pursued among the various MS4 Cities. We have reviewed our hydrologic and pollutant loading parameters with the MPCA, and though the MPCA is reluctant to endorse a particular approach, they indicate there is acceptance for our assumptions regarding these parameters. The analysis required for the Loading Assessment is based entirely on changes in land use and the estimated resulting changes in pollutant loading. The reduction in pollutant loading from BMPs, typically ponds, will be reflected in coefficient changes for pollutant loading from the appropriate land areas. In most cases, modeling water quality in the receiving waters will not be necessary or appropriate for the Loading Assessment. -# Bonestroo 6 THE GIS LAYERS AND ACCOMPANYING DATABASE W1U BE GIVEN TO THE CITY IN THE CITY's DESIRED FORMAT FOR INTEGRAnON INTO ITS GIS SYSTEM. Each sub-watershed, basin, and evaluation point will have a unique and logical identifier. Assessment results for phosphorus, TSS and water volume-for each of the three timeframes-will be linked to the basin identifiers so easy reference to these specific loading assessment values can be made. The GIS layers and accompanying database will be given to the City in the City's desired format for integration into its GIS system. With Elk River's Loading Assessment, City staff and Bonestroo will have accomplished the following: · Drainage areas for all evaluation points for both the 1988, 2004, and 2020 conditions · Appropriate, credible, and defensible calculations and justification for inputs such as runoff coefficients, runoff pollutant concentrations, and infiltration assumptions · Loading to evaluation points and from Elk River into other jurisdictions for TSS, phosphorus, and water volume · Documentation including maps and detailed tables (compiled into a single document) that comprehensively summarize methodology and results Task J De/iverab/es: . A map defining evaluation points, drainage areas, sub-watersheds, and watersheds for all areas included in the analysis. The map will clearly indicate what areas are not included in the analysis due to not having changed over the analysis timeframe. . A table outlining land use in modeled areas for three conditions: 1988, 2004, and 2020. . A table comparing TSS and phosphorus loadings and water volume at all evaluation points across the three time frames. . A table outlining assumptions on the treatment capacity of ponds, wetlands and other BMPs. . GIS shapefiles for sub-watershed boundaries and evaluation points. 'i Items we assume are performed by City or County staff in Task J: · Collect electronic GIS tiles as identified in task 1. . Identify constructed pond locations. · Identify drainage patterns and routing in cases where the City's storm sewer base mapping is not clear in this regard. . Identify areas that have developed since 1988 and what stormwater design standards were applied to these areas when they developed. . Identify gravel mining areas currently in operation within the City limits. . Assist in correlating among 2020 guided land use categories, existing land use or zoning, and 1988 land use. .tt Bonestroo 7 - ~-'- - - =~-- ~ ~ -~._----- ~ --,-.,.~~ -~ - ._~ -- ---- c-"> ~ __ -=r-~~ ~-...~~ -.::;, ~~_;_;),!.. _~;' 1 L-' '~~:;>~' ,- 1: l _ ~;;lf We will analyze several specific program and policy mitigation strategies, including dedication of land to permanent open space. TASK 2: ANALYSIS With the loading assessment in hand, we will compare pollutant loading and volume for the three points in time. We will then proceed to identify BMPs that may be implemented to bring loadings to 1988 levels if such mitigation is necessary (our estimate of hours assumes it will be and this has been the trend with other loading assessments). We will focus on reasonable and practical BMPs to be implemented by Elk River. We will also provide discussion of which alternatives have been rejected and why. The first source of possible BMPs is the City's current storm water pollution prevention pmgram (SWPPP). Our analysis will begin with a review of the BMPs already in the City's SWPPP and the extent to which they will mitigate the water quality changes identified in the Loading Assessment. After this step, we will consider other additional mitigation options. Any additional mitigation options agreed upon by the City will be included in the Nondegradation Report. According to the MS4 permit, a high priority should be given to BMPs that address impacts from future growth. Retrofits and mitigation for past development must also be considered. Mitigation strategies could take the form of programs or policies or retrofit projects. Our work plan describes our assumed level of effort in regard to each of these. We will analyze the following specific program and policy mitigation strategies: . Dedication of land to permanent open space . Targeted infiltration and treatment standards wit~ redevelopment projects . Targeted infiltration or treatment standards with street reconstruction projects . Increased volume and pollutant control from new development {increased over current City standards} . Maintaining currently landlocked areas as landlocked, or partially landlocked, in the future development condition . Cost/benefit of individual BMPs and their most appropriate use . Other programs and policies such as increased street sweeping We do not propose to develop site specific retrofit projects at this time. We will identify drainage areas where retrofit BMP's provide more treatment per dollar of investment. It would then be up to the City to weigh the feasibility of one project location versus another. TASK 3: RECOMMENDATIONS The results of Tasks 1 and 2 will become the subject of the Nondegradation Report, which combined with the Loading Assessment, will be delivered to the MPCA by December 1, 2007. Our schedule calls for delivery of a 95% Nondegradation Report to the City on September 1, 2007. -# Bonestroo 8 The report will identify particular sub-watersheds that are particularly prone to water quality impacts from urbanization The report will: · Summarize flow volumes and pollutant loading of TSS and phosphorus for 1988, 2004, and 2020 conditions. · Be written clearly using tables, maps, and figures to clarify difficult concepts in a manner easily understood by the general public. . Discuss the efficacy of the City's current stormwater management standards toward the nondegradation goal. . Identify particular sub-watersheds that are particularly prone to water quality impacts from urbanization. . Identify and explain BMPs and how they function to remove pollutants and their relative efficacy to mitigate for increased loadings. . Discuss the impact of the program and policy initiatives. . Detail SWPPP modifications to address nondegradation with the SWPPP modifications themselves to be implemented by the City. We will submit the Nondegradation Report to the City by September 1, 2007, and review our analysis and conclusions with City staff prior to their review. Allowing one month for staff review and revisions to the document based on staff comments, the public comment period can be noticed and begin on October 1, 2007. After the 30 day comment period is over we will prepare responses to comments received. The amount of comments received in the public comment period will vary from City to City. In order to benchmark our assumed level of effort for responding to comments, we have earmarked $1,500 of our budget for this purpose. Prior to responding to comments we will inform the City as to whether this budget is sufficient. Task 3 De/iverab/es: We will submit the following deliverables to the City, together with other supporting documents, no later than September 1, 2007: . The Loading Assessment · The Nondegradation Report . The proposed SWPPP modifications to address nondegradation . The public and local water authority comments on the proposed SWPPP modifications to address nondegradation, in conjunction with a response to these comments. TASK 4: SUBMlnAL TO MPCA After incorporating City review, we will submit the required materials to the MPCA by the December 1, 2007, deadline. Our approach, verified with the MPCA in our other projects, is to submit the Loading Assessment and Nondegradation Report as a single document on the due date. We recommend that the entire submittal be titled Nondegradation Reporting, to better reflect the actual permit language. -#- Bonestroo 9 Subsequent to the MPCA's determination on its approval of the proposed SWPPP modifications, we will prepare and submit responses to MPCA and public comments, as necessary. Our fee estimate assumes six comments of moderate complexity will be received and that each of these will require a written response. We have allocated $1,500 of budget for reviewing these comments and writing these responses. If the submitted comments are less or greater in number or complexity, the budget for this task will be adjusted downward or upward as appropriate. The allowance will be discussed before proceeding with the responses. This is customary practice in situations where the number and complexity of review comments cannot be anticipated at the beginning of the project. SUPPLEMENTAL TASK 5: RESTRICTED DISCHARGE WATER PLAN The Mississippi River from the County State Aid Highway 7 Bridge in St. Cloud to the city limits of Anoka was designated as a scenic and recreational river in 1976, per Minnesota Rule 6105.0800. The segment that borders Elk River is a recreational river. The City of Elk River may have received a letter from the MPCA regarding its review of the City's application and BMP summary sheets for coverage under the MS4 Phase II Municipal Stormwater Permit. This letter may have indicated the need to perform an assessment as described in Appendix C of the MS4 Permit. Supplemental Task 5 is not included in our current fee estimate. This task would involve creating the Restricted Discharge Water Plan for Elk River's discharges to the Mississippi. A Restricted Water Discharge Plan entails the following: . A pollutant loading assessment in the 1988, current, and 2020 conditions . A restricted discharge water plan that proposes measures to restrict discharges to the extent necessary to preserve the ORVW characteristics . Proposed changes to the City's SWPPP to incorporate the findings of the ~ssessment in the City's MS4 permit All the work of the first item listed above will be completed as part of the Nondegradation Reporting Loading Assessment. The work of the second and third items listed above is similar in scope and content to what the Nondegradation Reporting will provide. We recommend that the Restricted Discharge Water Plan be a separate document with a separate public notice period. The work associated with this supplemental task is one of organizing the Loading Assessment and Nondegradation Plan materials into a form that addresses the specific drainage to the Mississippi River and the influence pollutants might have on the Mississippi River's recreational designation. # Bonestroo 10 o tB QJ :::l N" QJ - 0" :::l ~ VI - ;: ;::; r= .... ro THE STAFF WE HAVE DEDICATED TO THIS PROJEO BRING A THOROUGH KNOWLEDGE OF THE MPCA's INTENT AND THE PRACTICAL IMPUCAnONS OF THE MS4 PERMIT LANGUAGE. STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS Organizational Structure KEY TEAM MEMBERS The staff we have dedicated to this project bring a thorough knowledge of the MPCA's intent and the practical implications of the MS4 Permit language. Project management and effective communication are integral to a successful project. Rich Brasch and Bob Barth are project managers with well developed project management skills. Our team also includes Randy Neprash, who has been instrumental in working with the MPCA. All personnel listed below have allocated sufficient time to deliver this project according to the schedule. An organizational chart and detailed resumes follow this section. BOB BARTH - SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER Bob will help guide the technical staff, seeing that deadlines and budgets are met. Bob has served as project manager on the Woodbury and Chaska Loading Assessments and Nondegradation Reports, so he understands both the technical and project management aspects of these projects. Bob leads Bonestroo's Water Resources engineering team. He has specialized expertise in infrastructure planning and design, surface water management plans, hydraulic studies, and municipal design projects. RICH BRASCH - WATER QUALITY SPECIALIST AND PROJECT ADVISOR Rich brings experience working with cities on Loading Assessments and Nondegradation Reports. He was the senior water quality modeling specialist in Woodbury, providing guidance to technical staff on the modeling methodology, as well as interpreting and presenting results. Rich is also leading the effort to develop the loading assessment and nondegradation plans for Rochester, Eagan, Farmington and Apple Valley. .Rich has been involved in water resources management for more than 23 years at both the state and localleve!. RANDY NEPRASH, PE - STORMWATER REGULATORY SPECIALIST AND PROJECT ADVISOR Randy will use his extensive and unique knowledge of the background and intent of the MS4 Permit nondegradation requirements to guide and inform our effort on this project. Based on his understanding of this new and potentially confusing set of stormwater regulations, we have developed an effective project approach. Our goal is help the City develop a cost-effective and defensible response to the nondegradation requirements; meeting the permit requirements without expending additional resources on measures that exceed the permit standards. One of Randy's roles is to see that this principle guides all our work on this project. * Bonestroo 11 LlZA GOULD WORKED ON ELK RIVER'S NATURAL RESOURCES INVENTORY AND IS VERY FAMILIAR WITH THE SORTS OF GIS DATA AVAILABLE FOR US TO USE ON THE PROJECT. We expect that some challenging questions and issues will arise during this project. Such items are inevitable with new stormwater and environmental regulations. We anticipate we may need to work directly with the MPCA to resolve these questions to avoid surprises when the submittal documents are sent to the MPCA. Randy will use his considerable experience and close working relationship with the MPCA staff to recognize these issues, determine whether and how to approach the MPCA staff, and lead the discussions that may be appropriate. CHAD VOIGT, PE -GIS SPECIAUST Chad joined Bonestroo in 2006, and currently serves as a Project Manager in the Water Resources Group. Chad has been involved in municipal projects and surface water management for 17 years, and will apply his extensive GIS experience to this project. EARTH EVANS, PE - SENIOR PROJECT ENGINEER Earth joined Bonestroo in 2001 and currently serves as an engineer and hydrologist in the firm's Water Resources Group. Earth will apply her experience with surface water management plans, comprehensive sanitary sewer plans, hydraulidhydrologic modeling, construction inspection, site development and design, and development plan reviews to this project. ALEXIS TROSCHINETZ - PROJECT ENGINEER Alexis Troschinetz brings specific experience on Loading Assessments and Nondegradation Reports to the project team. She has completed specific research into loading coefficients, and methods for modifying annual runoff coefficients to account for snowmelt. Her work has provided some clarity on how these Loading Assessments are completed. LIZA GOULD - GIS COORDINATION Liza Gould worked on Elk River's Natural Resources Inventory. She is very ~amiliar with the sorts of GIS data available for us to use on this project. Liza will work with city and county staff in obtaining GIS data and is responsible that the GIS information developed through the project meets the city and county's expectations for quality. # Bonestroo 12 ORG CHART City of Elk River loading Assessment and Nondegradation Report Randy Neprash, PE # Bonestroo 13 EDUCATION Middlebury College Bachelor of Arts, English Literature University of Minnesota Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering COMPUTER ExPERIENCE HEC-RAS HydroCAD PondNET XP-SWMM SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER Bob R. Barth Qualifications for I Elk River Loading Assessment and Nondegradation Report Mr. Barth joined Bonestroo in 1996 and currently serves as a senior project manager leading a group of water resource engineers in providing public sector clients a suite of water resources planning and design services. Of late, Mr. Barth has helped clients prepare their nondegradation reporting submittals and has begun working with MS4s on their Restricted Discharge Water Plans. Relevant Experience . WOODBURY, MN - 2007 LSWMP AND NON DEGRADATION PLAN As project manager, Bob's focus is to help the City define mitigation strategies that encompass both policy changes and specific implementation projects in conjunction with the City's Street Major Maintenance projects and private development projects. Building upon the water quality and quantity modeling completed in 2006 for Woodbury's Local Surface Water Management Plan (LSWMP) and Loading Assessment, the team is now developing the City's LSWMP report and Nondegradation Plan report. These separate but integrated plans will define the City's commitments to meet its own surface water management goals and the regulatory requiremehts of its NPDES permit. . WOODBURY, MN - MODELING FOR SURFACE WATER MANAGEMENT Bob was project manager; his efforts also included preparing the documents for submittal to the MPCA and facilitating meetings with City, Watershed, and MPCA staff. This project provided detailed water quality and quantity modeling for the efItire Woodbury existing and proposed stormwater system for use in the City's Local Surface Water Management Plan, Loading Assessment, and Nondegradation Plan. . DAYTON, MN - MISSISSIPPI RIVER ORVW RESTRICTED DISCHARGE WATER PLAN Bob's efforts included defining what the submittal would look like and what technical detail was necessary to satisfy the MPCA's somewhat ambiguous requirements. Through meetings with MPCA staff, Bob and our stormwater compliance specialists determined that the Dayton plan would look much like the Loading Assessments and Nondegradation Plans prepared by designated MS4s under the NPDES Phase II general permit. The analysis focused on pollutants that could affect the Mississippi River's recreational designation. The proposed SWPPP changes included pollutant loading limits for future development within the area tributary to the Mississippi River. -# Bonestroo EDUCATION University of Wisconsin - Madison Master of Science, Water Resources Management (Limnology) University of Wisconsin-Madison Bachelor of Science, Biology COMPUTER ExPERIENa BATHTUB FLUX WILMs P8 PondNET PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS North American Lake Management Society PROJECT ADVISOR Richard G. Brasch Qualifications for Elk River Loading Assessment and Nondegradation Report Mr. Brasch joined Bonestroo in 1998 and currently serves as a Water Quality Specialist. Rich has been professionally involved in water resources management in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Montana at the state and local levels for more than 23 years. Specializing in stormwater quality management, lake rehabilitation and wetland protection, his experience includes managing lakes, rivers, streams and wetlands in both urban and rural settings. Rich's approach emphasizes pragmatic methods through which local government can achieve cost-effective and timely results. Relevant Experience · ROCHESTER, MN - NON DEGRADATION PHASE 2 LOADING ASSESSMENT As project manager, Rich manages the aspects of the technical analysis, results presentation, and development of both the loading assessment report and the non degradation plan, as well as interactions with the client. St. Paul and Rochester Bonestroo offices collaborated to meet the requirements of Phase II of the NPDES MS4 Nondegradation Effort for the City of Rochester through this project. Detailed analysis of the City's watershed and BMP characteristics resulted in a city-wide, comprehensive PondNET water quality model that estimates water volume, total phosphorus loads and sediment loads for the evaluation years of 1988, 2005, and 2020. · EAGAN, MN - NONDEGRADATlON PHASE 2 LOADING ASSESSMENT As project manager, Rich manages the aspects of the technical analysis, results presentation, and development of both the loading assessment report and the non degradation plan, as well as interactions with the client. The purpose of this project is to conduct nondegradation modeling for the remaining areas of the city for submitting a nondegradation plan to satisfy regulatory requirements under MPCA's NPDES MS4 program. . APPLE VALLEY, MN - NONDEGRADATION PHASE 2 As project manager, Rich manages the aspects of the technical analysis, results presentation, and development of both the loading assessment report and the nondegradation plan as well as interactions with the client. This project, that is expected to be completed in Fall 2007, addresses the City of Apple Valley's need to comply with MPCA's Nondegradation Review requirement. This is Phase 2 of a three-phase project. Phase 1 involved gathering modeling data and assessing the + Bonestroo EDUCATION Ohio State University - Columbus Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering CURRENT I.JCENSES Professional Engineer-MN PROJECT ADVISOR Randy D. Neprash, PE Qualifications for I Elk River Loading Assessment and Nondegradation Report Mr. Neprash joined Bonestroo in 1994 and currently serves as a Civil Engineer and Hydrologist a part of the firm's Water Resources Group. Randy's experience includes surface water management plans, hydrology computer modeling, construction management and inspection, flood studies, public education and involvement, and development plan reviews. He is also knowledgeable of site development, water distribution system analysis, roadway planning and design, park planning and design, and aquatic center planning and design. Randy is a skilled communicator, able to accurately convey information to community task forces and the general public to build project support. For relevant projects, he brings his knowledge of standards and regulations needed for compliance with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, the American Society for Testing and Materials, and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Relevant Experience . NPDES PHASE II - MS4 PERMIT In the past four years, Randy Neprash has developed a"unique set of skills and experience in the area of stormwater regulation in Minnesota. He is currently under contract as the technical/administrative consultant for the Minnesota Cities Stormwater Coalition (MCSC), an organization of more than 80 Minnesota cities regulated under the MS4 Permit. He has worked at multiple levels with all of the NPDES stormwater permitting programs implemented by the Minnesota ?ollution Control Agency (MPCA). His depth of knowledge and experience with these new stormwater regulatory programs is unmatched in the consulting industry in Minnesota. Randy has been involved in every stage of city and public involvement in developing the NPDES Phase II MS4 General Permit. He originated the concept for the League of Minnesota Cities (LMC) NPDES MS4 Guide Plan Project and led the effort to create and implement the Guide Plan for the mandatory MS4s. Since 2002, he has served as the technical advisor for the coalition of 119 MS4s (mostly cities) formed under the LMC. This work continues today with the Minnesota Cities Stormwater Coalition, also under the auspices of the LMC. He has represented cities on the Minnesota Stormwater Steering Committee since its inception. Randy has served on the negotiating team for the LMC to develop nondegradation language for the revised MS4 General Permit. He prepared written comments for the LMC and the 30 nondegradation cities in response to the draft MS4 Permit released in February 2005. His comments were included as part of the LMC contested case hearing petition on this Permit. He also served on the four-person negotiating team for the LMC to work with the MPCA to revise the Permit draft language. -# Bonestroo EDUCATION University of Kansas Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering North Carolina State University, Graduate Study in Structures CURRENT LICENSES Professional Engineer-KS COMPUTER ExPERIENCE HEC-HMS HydroCAD XP-SWMM ArcGIS GIS SPECIALIST Chad A. Voigt, PE Qualifications for I Elk River Loading Assessment and Nondegradation Report I Chad is a project manager in Bonestroo's Water and Natural Resources I Group with many years' experience in municipal engineering and water resources. Before joining Bonestroo in 2006, Chad served as the stormwater engineer for the City of Lawrence, Kansas, managing the stormwater utility, capital improvements, system maintenance, and NPDES compliance. Chad has extensive experience using GIS applications in water resources planning and will manage the GIS analysis supporting this loading assessment and report. Relevant Experience . ELM CREEK WATERSHED MANAGEMENT COMMISSION - CHANNEL STUDY Chad managed the project and completed the summary report. The project included stream cross-section surveys throughout the 100 square- mile watershed, updating the watershed hydrologic model, and assessing current stream channel hydraulics and stability. The project provided stream stabilization planning for five reference locations and watershed management recommendations to protect streams impacted by continued land development. . . STILLWATER, MN - NPDES PHASE II MS4 PERMIT Chad managed the project and coordinated the plan with concurrent projects. This project developed a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan and guidance for the City, to comply with Phase II of the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System. The plan included an assessment of City practices and a recommendation of additional practices to meet permit goals. . STILLWATER, MN - LOCAL SURFACE WATER MANAGEMENT PLAN Chad managed the project and completed the plan documents. This project includes the creation of water quantity and water quality models for continued use by City staff, development of goals and policies, and an inventory of wetlands and concurrent completion of the City's NPDES MS4 permit. . FARIBAULT, MN - URBAN GROWTH PLAN/DATA CONVERSION Chad managed the overall project report and completed the sanitary sewer model and recommendations. This planning study for Faribault urban growth area included three parts; infrastructure study, GIS/data conversion and land use study. -# Bonestroo EDUCAnON University of Minnesota Master of Science, Water Resource Engineering University of North Dakota Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering CURRENT LICENSES Professional Engineer COMPUTER ExPERIENa ArcView AutoCAD LDD AutoCAD Map HEC-RAS HydroCAD P8 PondNET XP-SWMM PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZAnONS American Society of Civil Engineers SENIOR PROJECT ENGINEER Earth A. Evans, PE I Qualifications for Elk River Loading Assessment and Nondegradation Report Ms. Evans joined Bonestroo in 2001 and currently serves as an Engineer and Hydrologist in the firm's Water Resources Group. Earth's experience includes surface water management plans, comprehensive sanitary sewer plans, hydrau.lidhydrologic modeling, construction inspection, site development and design, and development plan reviews. Relevant Experience · WOODBURY, MN . MODELING FOR SURFACE WATER MANAGEMENT Earth completed detailed water quality and quantity modeling for the entire Woodbury existing and proposed stormwater system for use in the City's Local Surface Water Management Plan, Loading Assessment, and Nondegradation Plan. · WOODBURY, MN . 2007 LSWMP AND NONDEGRADATION PLAN As part of the 2007 infrastructure plan update, Earth developed a detailed financing analysis for the purposes of developing infrastructure area charges and evaluating these area charges against expected development phasing. She also worked on stormwater modeling and design to protect existing wetlands and natural resources. Building upon the water quality and quantity modeling completed in 2006 for Woodbury's Local Surface Water Management Plan (LSWMP) and Loading Assessment, Earth is now working on completing the City's LSWMP report and Nondegradation Plan report. These separate but lntegrated plans will define the City's commitments to meet its own surface water management goals and the regulatory requirements of its NPDES permit. Earth has been working with Bob Barth to help the City define mitigation strategies that encompass both policy changes and specific implementation projects in conjunction with the City's Street Major Maintenance projects and private redevelopment projects. . PRIOR LAKE, MN . STORMWATER MANAGEMENT PLAN This SWMP update included policy revisions that redefined rate control, water quality, and infiltration requirements for projects in Prior Lake. In addition to the policy component, the plan included an extensive XP- SWMM model of the City's existing and ultimate surface water management system. The model was used as a management tool to set future volumetric loadings and discharge rates to Prior Lake so the Prior Lake Spring Lake Watershed District goals for the lake and its outlet operation could be met. -# Bonestroo EDUCATION Michigan Technological University Master of Science, Environmental Engineering and Sustainable Futures Institute PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZAnONS Society of Women Engineers Urban Land Institute Green Roofs for Healthy Cities TRAINING WinSLAMM - Basic, Intermediate and Advanced Applications Selecting and Designing Stormwater Controls, University of Wisconsin, Madison Minnesota Stormwater Manual Assessment of Stormwater Best Management Practices, University of Minnesota Green Roof Design 101 Green Roof Infrastructure: Design and Installation 201 PROJECT ENGINEER Alexis M. Troschinetz Qualifications for Elk River Loading Assessment and Nondegradatioil Report Ms. Troschinetz joined Bonestroo in 2005 as a Water Resources Engineer in the Water and Natural Resources Group. She has worked on a variety of projects focused on water quantity and quality management, stormwater quality management, and lake rehabilitation and management. Before joining Bonestroo, Alexis was a student at Michigan Tech, and for six years she gained experience in Environmental Engineering and other related fields. She assisted Marathon Ashland Petroleum in meeting environmental regulations during a seven month co-op, served on MTU's Environmental Sustainability Committee to advise upper administration of campus environmental policy, and investigated appropriateness of water treatment technology in developing countries as a graduate research assistant. Relevant Experience · ROCHESTER, MN - NON DEGRADATION PHASE 2 LOADING ASSESSMENT Alexis developed the non degradation loading assessment model in PondNet for a 53,OOO-acre project area with six ORVWs, reported the modeling methods, and interpreted the modeling results in a report that will be submitted to the MPCA. St. Paul and Rochester Bonestroo offices collaborated to meet the requirements of Phase II of the NPDES MS4 !'londegradation Effort for the City of Rochester through this project. Eletailed analysis of the City's watershed and BMP characteristics resulted in a city-wide, comprehensive PondNET water quality model that estimated water volume, total phosphorus loads and sediment loads for the evaluation years of 1988, 2005, and 2020. · APPLE VALLEY, MN - NONDEGRADATION PHASE 2 Alexis is developing the nondegradation loading assessment model in Pond Net using an already developed water quality model from a Surface Water Management Plan, reporting the modeling methods, and interpreting the modeling results in a report that will be submitted to the MPCA. This project addresses the City of Apple Valley's need to comply with MPCA's Nondegradation Review requirement. This is Phase 2 of a three-phase project. Phase 1 involved gathering modeling data and assessing the level of effort required to complete a loading assessment of the entire City's stormwater runoff. Phase 2 involves finalizing model input data, creating a PondNet model, and interpreting the model results #' Bonestroo EDUCAnON University of Minnesota Bachelor of Science, Plant Biology COMPUTER ExPERIENCE ArcGIS, ArcVIEW, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZAnONs Prairie Enthusiasts Minnesota Native Plant Society Society for Ecological Restoration Wisconsin Wetlands Association Wetland Delineators Association Vegetation Management Association of Minnesota Iowa Native Plant Society TRAINING Minnesota Asters and Goldenrods Workshop Maplewood Nature Center 1987 COE Manual Wetland Delineation MN Board of Water and Soil Resources MLCCS Training MN DNR Carex of North-western & North- central Minnesota Bemidji State University Iowa Carex Workshop Iowa State University Grasses of Minnesota's Northern Forests and Prairies Bemidji State University GIS COORDINATION Elizabeth R. Gould ..... Qualifications for I Elk River Loading Assessment and Nondegradation Report Ms. Gould joined Bonestroo's Water and Natural Resource Group in 2001 and currently serves as a botanist/plant ecologist. Liza specializes in natural resource inventories, rare species work, Minnesota Land Cover Classification. System (MLCCS) mapping and data analysis, wetland inventories and assessments, and in related GIS/mapping projects. She has completed natural resource inventories and MLCCS mapping on over 300 square miles of the 11-county metro area and has helped numerous communities use the resulting information in their open space, parks, and comprehensive planning process. She has completed wetland function and values assessments on hundreds of wetlands using the Minnesota Routine Assessment Method (MnRAM), including working to integrate MLCCS and MnRAM data. Relevant Experience . ELK RIVER, MN - NRI/MLCCS As project ecologist and GIS coordinator, Liza was responsible for coordinating GIS data acquisition from Sherburne County for use in the Natural Resource Inventory, and completed all GIS work for the project including mapping, data analysis, and presentation. In addition, Liza served as project ecologist for the field assessment of the natural areas within the city, assisted with report preparation, and presented the findings to city staff and the Parks commission. This project included the inventory of this fast-developing 44-square mile city along the Mississippi River between the Twin Cities and Saint Cloud. . ELK RIVER, MN - GREENWAYS ACQUISITION GRANT Liza served as project manager to coordinate and write applications for the DNR Metro Greenways grant to aid in the acquisition of the Top of the World park addition. . ELK RIVER, MN - GRANTS FOR TOP OF THE WORLD ADDITION Liza served as project manager to coordinate and write applications for two DNR grants including the Natural and Scenic Areas grant and the Remediation Fund grant. As a result of these grants and another one (DNR Metro Greenways Grant), $1.2 million in grant funds were secured for the city for acquisition of the Top of the World addition. . LAKE ELMO, MN - OLD VILLAGE AUAR Liza served as GIS coordinator for securing GIS data from Washington County for the acquisition of all GIS data related to natural resources. Performed GIS analysis on the Minnesota Land Cover Classification data and other data as part of the Land Suitability Analysis phase of the -# Bonestroo Vl '"' ::r tt> c.. c:: it) STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS Schedule PROPOSED SCHEDULE Elk River must submit the Pollutant Loading Assessment and Nondegradation Report to the MPCA by December 1, 2007. To meet this deadline, we propose to provide a draft submittal to the City by September 1, 2007. Staff review, and our revision to the document based on staff comments, will occur in September. We anticipate the public comment period beginning on October 1, 2007, and ending by October 31, 2007. This timeframe allows the Elk River City Council the opportunity to accept the Nondegradation Reporting at one of its November meetings and authorize its submittal to the MPCA. Elk River Loading Assessment and Nondegradation Reporting Proposed Schedule Project Tasks Complete By Project Kickoff July 11, 2007 1) Loading Assessment August 1, 2007 2) Analysis , September 1, 2007 3) Nondegradation Report September 1, 2007 4) MPCA Submittal December 1, 2007 ABILITY TO MEET THE SCHEDULE We have the staff and resources available to complete this project as outlined, and could accomplish a more accelerated schedule if the City chooses. # Bonestroo 21 -0 '"'t o (j)" ("\ .... r"'l o In .... STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS Project Cost The table below provides the estimated hours, billing rates and anticipated expenses for completion of this project. For the work described above, we propose a base fee of $24,678. In addition to our fee, we will have included expenses for report production and other miscellaneous expenses. The report production costs listed below include printing of three draft and ten final. reports. If the City chooses, electronic files may be substituted to reduce this expense. We also anticipate $500 in miscellaneous expenses for the project, consisting primarily of mileage and printing that occurs outside of report production. Expenses are billed as encountered and are estimated in the table below. Elk River Loading Assessment and Nondegradation Reporting Bonestroo Cost Proposal Senior Project Senior Project Project GIS Hours Estimated Project Tasks Project Advisor Project Manager Engineer Coord. Summary Expenses Total Project Manager Engineer GIS Project Management 14 2 2 4 2 0 24 $500 Loading Assessment 8 12 34 22 28 14 118 $0 Analysis 6 0 18 4 20 0 48 $0 Nondegradation Report 6 0 16 0 2 0 24 $0 MPCA Submittal 4 4 12 0 0 0 20 $3,500 Staff Total Hours 38 18 82 30 52 14 234 $0 > Billing Rate Schedule $135 $122 $101 $108 $86 $97 Cost $5,130 $2,196 $8,282 $3,240 $4,472 $1,358 $24,678 $4,000 $28,678 -# Bonestroo 22 ::c ro - ro .... ro ::l ..... ro III STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS References REFERENCES CITY OF WOODBURY Sharon Doucette, Environmental Resources Coordinator 8301 Valley Creek Road Woodbury, MN 55125 Phone: 651-714-3533 Related services provided: . Loading Assessment and Nondegradation Plan · Surface Water Management planning and implementation . Development Review Project team members involved: Bob Barth, Rich Brasch, Earth Evans, Alexis Troschinetz, and Randy Neprash. CITY OF CHASKA Bill Monk, City Engineer Chaska City Hall One City Hall Plaza Chaska, MN 55318 Phone: 952-448-4335 Related Services Provided: . Loading Assessment and Nondegradation Plan . Surface Water Management planning and implementation · Development Review .Project team members involved: Bob Barth, Rich Brasch, Alexis Troschinetz, and Randy Neprash. CITY OF EAGAN Russ Matthys, City Engineer 3830 Pilot Knob Road Eagan, MN 55122 Phone: 952-675-5637 Related Services Provided: . Loading Assessment and Nondegradation Plan . Surface Water Management planning and implementation · TMDL development Project team members involved: Rich Brasch, Alexis Troschinetz, Liza Gould, and Randy Neprash. -# Bonestroo 23 CITY OF ROCHESTER Barbara Huberty, Environmental and Regulatory Affairs Coordinator Department of Public Works 201 4th Street SE, Room 108 Rochester, MN 55904-3740 Phone: 507-529-4907 Related Services Provided: · Loading Assessment and Nondegradation Plan . Surface Water Management planning and implementation Project team members involved: Rich Brasch, Alexis Troschinetz, and Randy Neprash. CITY OF ApPLE VALLEY Neal Heuer, Department of Public Works Apple Valley Municipal Center 7100 West 147th Street Apple Valley, MN 55124 Phone: 651-952-2412 Related Services Provided: . Loading Assessment and Nondegradation Plan . Surface Water Management planning and implementation . TMDL development Project team members involved: Rich Brasch, Alexis Troschinetz, and Randy Neprash. -# Bonestroo 24 .... )> c.. c.. ;:;: 0" :I EL 5" 0- 3 l:ll - 0" :I Y APPLE VALLEY, MN (1,2 3A) BLAINE, MN (5) BROOnYN CENTER, MN (1,2.3) BROOnYN PARK, MN (3,5) CARVER, MN (1,2,3) CENTERVlUE, MN (1,2) CHAMPUN, MN (1,2,3) CHANHASSEN, MN (1,2,3A Y CHASKA, MN (1.2,3) CHASKA EAST CREEK, MN (1,2,3) CHA5KA GOLF COURSE, MN (1.2.3,4,5) COWMBIA HEIGHTS, MN (1,3) CORCORAN, MN (3,5) COTTAGE GROVE, MN (1,2,3,5) DAYTON, MN (1) Y EAGAN, MN (1,2,3A) FALCON HEIGHTS, MN (1) FARIBAULT, MN (1.2,3,5) Y FARMINGTON, MN (1,2,3,5) FOND DO LAc RESERVAnoN, MN (1,3A) FOREST LAKE. MN (1,2.3) FRANKUN, WI (1,2,3) FRIDLEY, MN (1,2) GERMANTOWN, WI (1,2,3) GRAFTON,IVI(1,2,3) GRAND MARAIs, MN (1) GRAND RAPIDS, MN (1) IlAzELnNE-BAVARIA WMO (1,2,3A) HUDSON, WI (1,2) INVER GROVE HEIGHTS, MN (1,2,3,5) JAQCSON, MN (1) Y-Nondegradation Report (complete or in progress) 1-Water Quar?tity Management 2-Water Quality Management 3-Wetland Inventory/Management 4-Lake Assessment/Management 5-Upland Natural Resources Study STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS Additional Information RELATED EXPERIENCE This section provides a comprehensive listing of surface water management projects that Bonestroo has delivered to its numerous public sector clients. Apple Valley, MN Carver, MN .tt Bonestroo 25 LAUDERDALE, MN (1,2,3,5) Lower Minnesota River Watershed Distrid (1,2.4) MAPLE GROVE, MN (1,2,3,) MIDDLETON, WI (1) MINNEAPOU5, MN (1,2) MENDOTA HEIGHTS, MN (1,2) PRIOR lAKE, MN (1,2) RED WING, MN (5) NEW BERUN, WI (1,2,3) Champlin, MN NEW HoPE, MN (1,2,3,4) NEW PRAGUE, MN (1,2) NORTHRELD, MN (1) OAl( PARK HEIGHTS, MN (1,2) PLYMOUTH, MN (1,2,4) PORT WASHINGTON, WI (1) PRIOR lAKE, MN (1,2) RED WING, MN (5) REDWOOD FALLS, MN (1) V ROCHESTER, MN (1,2,3,4,5) ROSEMOUNT, MN (1,3) ROSEVlW, MN (1,2,3,4,5) Sount WASHINGTON WAlERSHED Maple Grove, MN Dlsnua (1,2,3,4) SPRING lAKE PARK, MN (1,2) ST. CATHERINE, COWGE OF (1) ST. JOHN'S UNIVERSITY (1,2,3,4) STEWARTVIW, MN (1,2) SnLLWATER, MN (1,2,4) SUPERIOR, WI (1) WAYlATA, MN (1,2) WEST ST. PAUL, MN (1,2) V WOODBURY, MN (1,2,3,4,5) WYOMING TOWNSHIP, MN (1,2,3) v-Nondegradation Report (complete New Hope, MN or in progress) 1-Water Quantity Management 2-Water Quality Management 3-Wetland Inventory/Management 4-Lake Assessment/Management S-Upland Natural Resources Study -# Bonestroo 26 ~ ~ Statement of Qualifications for NPDES Phase II - Loading Assessment, Nondegradation Report, MPCA Submittal Submitted to: City of Elk River June 2007 Submitted by: Wenck Associates, Inc. Maple Plain, Minnesota Wencl< Phone: 1-800-472-2232 Email: wenckmo@wenck.com Web Site: www.wenck.com , ~~ ~~Wenck Wenck Associates, Inc. 1800 Pioneer Creek Center P.O. Box 249 Mapie Plain, MN 55359-0249 (763) 479-4200 Fax (763) 479-4242 E-mail: wenckmp@wenck.com June 29,2007 Mr. Scott Clark Community Development Director City of Elk River 13065 Orono Parkway Elk River, MN 55330 Re: Preparation of the December I, 2007 nondegradation report Dear Mr. Clark: We acknowledge receipt of the "Request for Qualifications" to complete a nondegradation report for the City of Elk River by December I, 2007. In response, we have developed a work plan to ensure that the report is submitted to the MPCA before November 15th. How We Will Meet Your Need: We will meet your deadline by using a project team with over 60 years of experience in engineering, natural resources, and water resources planning in the Twin Cities Metro area. Your proposed project team has worked on nondegradation studies for other municipalities and is therefore extremely familiar with the hydrology, water quality issues, and planning necessary to deliver an outstanding product to the MPCA. The team will include Jennie Ross as the project manager; Ed Matthiesen and Joe Bischoff as QNQC; Jeremy Schultz and Andy Erickson as modeling specialists; Jordan Shuck as GIS specialist; and.Diane Spector and Amy Denz as planning specialists (See the Qualifications and the Organizational Structure sections of the proposal). What You Will Get From This Report: In addition to having your report submitted on time, you will receive four more important benefits: · Your report will be practical and easily understood. It will be developed using the scientifically defensible EP A Simple Method. This model is a relatively easy, standard area load model that uses event mean concentrations and runoff volume to predict area-loading rates. · You will receive a usable document. The Wenck approach will integrate the loading assessment, stormwater management techniques, and planning to provide you with a road map for future stormwater planning and development. T:\0598\OOINonDegradation Proposal\Cover Letter.doc Mr. Scott Clark City of Elk River June 29,2007 Page 2 . You will benefit from cost-efficiencies we have developed through our nondegradation and TMDL study work with other municipalities. · You will receive a team that has existing relationships with MPCA staff. Through other municipalities, your project team has presented and discussed this nondegradation approach with the review staff at MPCA. The project team will use this experience to deliver superior quality ahead of schedule. We are excited about the opportunity of working with you to develop a plan that will address current and future water quality issues in the City of Elk River. If you have questions during the proposal period, feel free to contact Jennie Ross (contact information listed below). Sincerely, WENCK ASSOCIATES, INe. ~~ ~E Principal Jennie Ross Project Manager 1800 Pioneer Creek Center Maple Plain, MN 55359 763-479-4227 763-479-4242 (fax) jross@wenck.com Enclosures: 5 Copies of Proposal t\0598\OOlnondegradation proposal\cover letter. doc Table of Contents Paae No. Qualifications ......... ..... ..... .... ... .............. ... ... ... .... ............... 1 Sub-consultants ............ ..... ... ......... ............... ...... ... .... ...... 10 Work Scope ........................ ..... ............... ............... ............ 11 Organizational Structure..... .......... ........... ......... ............... 16 Schedule............................................................................ 18 Project Cost ... ....................... .... ...... ........ .......... ......... ... .... 19 References........................................................................ 20 Additional Information ..................................................... 22 T:\0598\OOINonDegradation Proposal\Table of Contents. doc Wenck Qualifications PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE Wenck Associates, Inc. offers the City of Elk River our premier water resources nondegradation team with over 60 years of successful experience addressing the water quality and regulatory issues of a wide range of clients. We have demonstrated our leadership in water resource management by being on the forefront of developing regulations; performing loading assessments and TMDL studies; and developing water quality BMPs. In fact, Wenck has conducted more TMDL studies in the State of Minnesota than any other company. This means that the Wenck Team has the expertise and qualifications to provide more than technical excellence to your project. Our ability to deliver strategic advice gives you real value in achieving your goal- a usable plan to guide future storm water planning and development. The following project examples highlight our experience with nondegradation plans and loading assessments. City Of Andover Nondegradation Assessment Wenck Associates, Inc. is currently developing a nondegradation assessment and report for the City of Andover. One of the key tasks in the City's nondegradation assessment is to coordinate water quality activities already being implemented by the Lower Rum and Coon Creek Watershed Districts within the City and those that may be required as a result of the nondegradation assessment. Since much of the development in Andover has occurred under watershed district rules, the rules of both watershed districts were assessed relative to their effectiveness in maintaining or reducing pollutant loads. Wenck is developing this plan concurrently with the Coon Creek Watershed District Water Quality Plan in order to provide a cost effective approach for the City and to coordinate activities that both the City and Watershed are undertaking to address nondegradation. 0 Coon Creek Watershed District Water Quality Plan Wenck Associates, Inc. is currently developing a nondegradation assessment and report for the Coon Creek Watershed District. Wenck staff is using the P8 model to predict subwatershed loading based on 1988, current, and future land use. Wenck GIS staff has incorporated the past, present and future land use plans of each member city within the watershed district to easily compare land use changes and impervious surfaces. The District rules have been assessed relative to their effectiveness in maintaining or reducing pollutant loads. This effectiveness is then applied to the loading rates predicted by the P8 model to determine if nondegradation is met. T:\0598\OOINonDegradation Proposal\Qualifications.doc ..............Wenck Qualifications (cont.) City Of Eden Prairie Loading Assessment And Nondegradation Plan Wenck is currently developing the City of Eden Prairie's Loading Assessment and Nondegradation Plan. The Watershed Districts that cover the City of Eden Prairie have previously completed modeling that will be used as the basis for the loading assessment. Wenck is using the available P8 models to assess changes in loading, providing a significant cost saving to the City. One of the key tasks in the City's Nondegradation Assessment will be to coordinate activities already being undertaken by the Watersheds and those that may be required as a result of the nondegradation assessment. Wenck is also conducting field surveys of the streams in Eden Prairie to identify outfalls, illicit discharges, and stream bank erosion areas. City Of Chanhassen Nondegradation Plan Wenck Associates, Inc. is currently developing a nondegradation report for the City of Chanhassen. Similar to the City of Andover, Wenck staff is working with watershed districts within the City to determine past, present and future loadings. Development within the City exploded during the 1990's, so Wenck staff will determine whether the water quality standards in place were appropriate to satisfy the nondegradation standard. Similarly, Wenck staff will evaluate where and how the City is to grow in the next 13 years and provide guidance on how to meet the nondegradation standard in 2020. MODELING APPROACH Wenck Associates, Inc. staffhas used two modeling approaches in completing loading assessments for municipalities: 1) the P8 computer model, and 2) a spreadsheet using the EP A Simple Method. Model selection depends upon the level of detail desired in the model and future plans by the municipality to use the model for additional analysis. The P8 computer model is ideal for urban areas where subwatersheds have been previously delineated and the treatment efficiency for a variety of BMPs must be evaluated. The spreadsheet model, however, is a less complex approach and requires less data and time to execute. Based on our understanding of the City's goals for this study, Wenck proposes to use a spreadsheet model as the basis for the loading assessment. The spreadsheet model will provide a clear-cut method in calculating the loading assessment and allow Wenck staff to emphasize addressing potential changes to stormwater management in the City. Although feasible, creating a P8 model does not seem to serve the City's primary needs of addressing future stormwater management and development rules. As stated above, the spreadsheet model uses the US EP A Simple Method. This method is a standard area load model that uses event mean concentrations and runoff volume to predict area-loading rates. Simple multiplication of the concentration by the volume yields the loading rate from a particular land use. T:I0598100INonDegradation ProposallQualifications.doc 2 g..L~Wenck Qualifications (cant.) Load reductions for the current (2004) and 2020 conditions will be determined based on existing City stormwater management standards and practices. For those areas that developed according to the development review standards, a load reduction percentage will be applied based on the results of the model. Wenck staff understands that the existing stormwater management standards were not in effect in 1988, and therefore, some development has occurred without stormwater management practices. Wenck assumes that the City staffwill identify areas that developed after 1988 and before the current stormwater management standards went into effect. The load reduction percentage for regional ponds not created as part of a development will also be incorporated into the model. The third step in the process includes analyzing the loading assessmentand reduction and developing recommendations for the City based on the differences between the two. This includes an evaluation and recommendation of appropriate BMPs to meet any necessary loading reduction requirements. The fmal step is to document the study approach, fmdings, and recommendations, and submit the study to the MPCA for their review. MPCA RELA TIONSHIP As documented above, members of the Wenck team have or currently are working on several nondegradation plans. Our staff has already presented nondegradation plan methods and results to MPCA staff and received positive feedback; so when Wenck coordinates with MPCA staff on behalf of the City of Elk River, we will be doing so having already established a rapport and positive reputation. PERSONNEL QUALIFICA TIONS We have selected a team for your proj ect based on their experience with nondegradation proj ects, loading assessments, water quality management, project management, modeling, planning and GIS. The following are summaries of each team member's relevant background. More information on the role each member will play on the City of Elk River project can be found in the Organizational Structure section of this proposal. Jennie Ross - Project Manager Ms. Ross has over 25 years of experience in environmental analysis, planning and project management, including experience in managing environmental planning projects and in water resources projects. She is known for her ability to bring technical staff, local government and agency representatives and other stakeholders together as needed during studies, in order to produce decisions and a final study document that is technically accurate, user-oriented, and that has buy-in from stakeholders. Ms. Ross has recently worked on the Wenck team preparing eleven sub-watershed plan documents for the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District Third Generation Management Plan. Each sub-watershed plan included analysis of existing and future land use; estimates of pollutant loading; and implementation recommendations for best management practices and water quality capital improvement projects. The plan for each subwatershed was developed to ensure nondegradation of the downstream receiving body. T:\0598\OOINonDegradation Proposal\QuaJifications.doc 3 ......~Wenck Qualifications (cont.) Ms. Ross' recent project experience also includes managing the water resources components of the Minnesota Steel environmental impact statement (EIS), including surface water quality and quantity, water appropriations, wastewater discharges, and wetlands. This work included technical analyses; coordination with agency staff in review of assumptions, fmdings, regulatory compliance, and proposed mitigation strategies; preparation of EIS chapter text summarizing the analyses and findings; and addressing concerns raised by agency staff and the public. Ed Matthiesen - Senior Review Mr. Matthiesen has been the Engineer for several watershed districts in the Twin Cities Metro Area over the past 25 years. During that time he has initiated rules and standards and been responsible for the hydrologic modeling for entire watersheds. He is providing senior review on all of the Wenck nondegradation plans. Mr. Matthiesen's BMP analysis and implementation experience includes being Project Manager for the Capitol Region Watershed District's Rulemaking Study to meet proposed rules; California Highway Department's Los Angeles Districts Highway BMP implementation project to meet court ordered water quality improvements; and Prior Lake Spring Lake Watershed District's BMP development to meet volume reduction goals including development of standard details for an infiltration manhole, cisterns for roof runoff collection, irrigation from NURP ponds, tire shreds below rain gardens for volume storage, and large floatable control devices. Joe Bischoff - Senior Review Mr. Bischoff is the Project Manager and Scientist for several nondegradation plans in the Twin Cities Metro area: the Coon Creek Watershed District, the City of Eden Prairie, the City of Chanhassen, and the City of Andover. For each of his clients, he is managing the development ofP8 water quality models, directing the use of GIS data sources to develop the model, and directing rule revisions to implement more effective BMP's. In related work, Mr. Bischoff is responsible for the development of the water quality plan for the Shingle Creek Watershed Management Commission. This work entails developing a BMP implementation plan to meet Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) pollutant reduction scenarios, similar in many ways to nondegradation requirements. Jeremy Schultz -'- Modeling Specialist Mr. Schultz's professional experience is in stormwater management, hydrologic, hydraulic, and water quality modeling. He is currently assisting Wenck staff in developing nondegradation plans for the Cities of Eden Prairie, Chanhassen, and Andover. He is experienced with several numerical models including P8, PondNet, XP-SWMM, and HydroCAD. T:I0598100lNonDegradation ProposallQualifications.doc 4 ,,~Wenck Qualifications (cont.) Andy Erickson - Modeling Specialist Andy Erickson helped to develop a P8 model spanning five lakes and more than 12,000 acres in the Rice Creek Watershed District which was calibrated to a previously developed XP-SWMM model for the area. In addition to using these two models, Andy has developed a lake response model for the five lakes to estimate the response in each lake to changes in management strategies. He also has experience in BMP design, effectiveness, and maintenance. Jordan Shuck - GIS Specialist Mr. Shuck is Wenck's senior GIS Specialist. He is familiar with acquiring and analyzing land-use data for nondegradation studies. This work has enabled him to develop cost efficiencies associated with analyzing 1988, current, and 2020 scenarios. He has also performed pollutant load reduction GIS work for TMDLs throughout the Twin Cities area and across the state. Diane Spector - Water Resources Planner Ms. Spector has a diverse twenty-plus year background in water resources management, project planning and management, environmental policy, municipal public works operations, planning and analysis, and public participation planning. Her experience includes policy and management planning, stream assessments, project management, educational program development, and public participation planning for Twin Cities area watershed management organizations; several years as a Twin Cities suburban Public Works Director; and budget and policy planning at the state, county and local level. Ms. Spector is currently working on implementation activities for the Andover, Chanhassen, and Eden Prairie nondegradation plans. Amy Denz - Water Resources Planner/GIS Specialist Ms. Denz has experience developing comprehensive plans and river management plans, involving local, state, and federal agencies. As part of the planning process, she has also worked with communities to create implementation policy. Ms. Denz has successfully coordinated the planning activities and facilitation of advisory and decision-making groups to conclusions about the future of their communities, regarding land use, development, redevelopment, and natural resource management. Some of the projects she has worked on include the Mississippi Scenic Riverway Plan, the Carlton County Comprehensive Plan, and the Lower St. Croix Scenic Riverway State Rule amendments. Ms. Denz also has experience using GIS to create maps and presentation materials. She has used GIS as a data analysis tool to determine potential impacts to natural resources in a project area. T:\0598\OOINonDegradation Proposal\Qualifications.doc 5 ,~Wenck Qualifications (cant.) OTHER RELEVANT EXPERIENCE Capitol Region Watershed District Rulemaking Study Capitol Region Watershed District (CRWD) selected Wenck Associates to assist them in rules development. The rules were written to provide standards and a review for criteria for site developments that would meet the implementation goals of the Capitol Region Watershed District. In that role, Wenck has assisted the District writing rules and technical guidance on the user difficulty for developers or municipalities to meet the rules requirements in their site development. Wenck is also reviewing plans and making recommendations to the Board and Staff regarding questions to whether the proposed site development plan has met the rules of the District. Vermillion River Fecal Coliform TMDL The Vermillion River watershed is located in central Dakota County and covers 335 square miles. Portions of the Vermillion River in Dakota County, Minnesota are on the USEPA's 303 (d) list of impaired waters for fecal coliform. The Vermillion County SWCD received a grant from the MPCA for development of a TMDL and implementation plan for the coliform-impaired reaches. The SWCD retained Wenck Associates, Inc. staff to support it in this effort specifically through preparation of seasonal flow and unit areal coliform loading (or export) coefficients. The TMDL calculations were developed on a seasonal basis. Wenck updated the Vermillion hydrologic database from a preceding watershed analysis and developed flow statistics necessary to drive a bacteria TMDL model. Flow statistics were transposed as necessary to characterize the TMDL compliance locations. The MPCA originally prepared the bacteria TMDL model process. The model requires seasonal loading coefficients for each identified source of coliform bacteria. Land cover, livestock facilities, wildlife populations l:\lld other spatial data in the Vermillion River watershed were paired with a coliform loading database and hydrologic statistics to build loading estimates. These data and analyses were used as a part of the Lower Mississippi River Basin Regional Bacteria TMDL and were critical in the development of an implementation plan. Minnesota State Colleges and Universities - MS4 Permits The designation of several Minnesota State Colleges and Universities located in an urban area as an MS4 required campuses around the state to respond quickly to develop a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Program (SWPPP). To meet their 90-day window seven campuses retained Wenck Associates, Inc. to complete their SWPPP. Our respected reputation in water resources and planning field were the keys for the selection. Through the program development T:\0598\OOINonDegradatioo ProposaI\Qualificatiqns.doc 6 "",,~Wenck Qualifications (cont.) campuses received several benefits: . Our experience with a range of local agencies allowed for campuses SWPPPs to be fast tracked through coordination efforts with adjacent MS4s. Coordination efforts lowered compliance expenses while bringing a broader range of educational opportunities. Further adding to the educational experience campuses could provide to their students. . Extensive municipal and watershed districts experience have enabled our staff to become experts at short-term and long-term costs associated with maintaining stormwater infrastructure. The experience allowed campuses to receive a customized SWPPP, which efficiently lined up with their staffing capacity and limited campus resources to meet program requirements. . The depth of our water resources allowed for campuses to receive specialized BMPs that could address highly sensitive trout streams in addition to fully developed campuses required to retrofit existing facilities with minimal open space. Wenck recently assisted seven Minnesota State Colleges and Universities campuses with the completion of their Stormwater Pollution Prevention Program (SWPPP), which were required in 90- day window due to an extension from MPCA. Wenck's ability to dedicate the resources to the tight scheduled allowed Campuses to meet the extension timeline. Minnehaha Creek Watershed District Third Generation Management Plan The Minnehaha Creek Watershed District took an innovative, outcome-based appro!lch to its "Third Generation" Watershed Resources Management Plan. The District has termed this approach "Performance Based Management." The District retained Wenck to develop a Plan that takes an integrated approach to managing all the resources in the 177 square mile watershed. The heart of the Plan is 11 individual subwatershed plans, with goals, policies, regulation, and implementation strategies tailored to the unique needs of the resources in that subwatershed. In a previous study, the District had used an intensive, Total Maximum Daily Load-like approach to model current and 2020 pollutant loadings from the watershed and subsequent expected water quality of more lake Phosphorus loading Response Model 80 III C 70 2111::i' 60 ,g~= Q,ca. 50 ~ 0 c .cla.2 40 II.. Gl l\I -mob J! Cll C 30 ~.E8 Gl ~ C 20 .lie: 0 0 l\I'" 0 ..IC> 10 0 100 200 300 400 500 Total Lake Phosphorus Load [Ib/yr] T:I0598100INonDegradation ProposallQua!ifications.doc 7 -0-- Ultimate ___2020 -0--2000 _ 'Internal Load' 600 700 800 ,.:!,~Wenck Qualifications (cant.) than 40 watershed lakes and bays of Lake Minnetonka. Wenck used this model to calculate the pollutant load reduction necessary to meet lake water quality goals, and then helped the District develop management programs and capital projects to achieve those load reductions. The model also helps to predict how stormwater management rule changes for future development and redevelopment could impact lake water quality. This plan is not focused exclusively on water quality. Wenck helped the District identify projects to restore streams and wetlands, increase regional infiltration, and conserve important and high-quality habitat. Also identified for each subwatershed are water volume and rate goals, wetland and groundwater strategies, and ecological integrity and natural resources conservation goals. These projects were compiled into a capital improvement program that factored in continuing maintenance costs as well as inflation to determine the true life-cycle cost f each project. The final piece of the Plan was an analysis of the institutional requirements of the Plan - Wenck analyzed the number of future District employees, work space, and equipment requirements, that full implementation would require. Minnehaha Creek Watershed District Hydraulic Modeling Expertise Minnehaha Creek is a unique resource within the Twin Cities Metropolitan Area. Though it drains substantial areas of developed urban and suburban land, it has relatively good water quality due to its headwater lake, Lake Minnetonka. The creek flows 22 miles through five cities before flowing over Minnehaha Falls and discharging to the Mississippi River below Lock and Dam No.1. Wenck has designed and built virtually every completed capital improvement in the MCWD water management plan. Many of these improvements have documented performance studies and have won awards. Wenck has trained MCWD staff to perform monitoring activities; provides oversight and data analysis for hydrologic and hydraUlic studies, has performed over 30 models for regional watershed issues. . River Mile Stormwater detention ponds in urbanized subwatersheds proved to reduce peak discharges and stresses in Minnehaha Creek. T:\0598\OOINonDegradation ProposaI\Qualifications.doc 8 Wenck completed a comprehensive stream assessment and modeling review for the Creek. Use of the District's model, coupled with knowledge of the creek's stream crossings, storm sewer outfalls, channel obstructions, bank failure areas, and floodplain encroachment, facilitated numerical documentation of existing conditions and set the baseline for ranking problem areas on a watershed scale. The results of this analysis aided in c,;<~Wenck Qualifications (cant.) development of management strategies to improve and protect the creek. Wenck conducted a detailed review of the Creek's critical hydraulic structures (three dams) and operation impacts on Creek flooding. Wenck utilized XP-SWMM to model multiple flow reduction scenarios including on-, and off-channel storage, diversion pumping of peak discharges to storm tunnels, and operating changes at Grays Bay Dam. Minnesota Steel Environmental Impact Statement Wenck Associates assisted the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in preparing an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) on a proposed taconite mine and processing facility. The project includes dewatering and re-activating an existing mine pit as well as taconite pellet production and a steel mill. Items evaluated in the EIS include surface water quality and quantity impacts including nutrient budget analysis, stream morphology, wetland impacts, water balance/ water appropriations, and wastewater treatment options, as well as other environmental issues such as stockpile location impacts, air emissions, fish and wildlife resources, and cumulative effects. T:I05981001NonDegradation ProposallQnalifications.doc The EIS project had an aggressive completion schedule requiring effective project management in coordinating Wenck's diverse scientific and engineering staff involved in the project as well as coordination, interaction, and communication with the project proposer and their consultant, many local, state and federal agencies, and the public. 9 . ~Wenck Sub-consultants Wenck Associates, Inc. commits our premier water resource management staff to the City of Elk River. With our extensive in-house expertise, we do not anticipate the need to use sub-consultants or contractors for this project. Should any surveying services be required, Wenck will coordinate this need with City staff in order to control costs associated with the project. More information on your Wenck project team can be found in the Qualifications and the Organizational Structure sections of this proposal. T:\0598\OOINonDegradation ProposaIlSubConsultants.doc 10 .............~Wenck Work Scope OBJECTIVE Wenck's objective is to provide the City with a report that not only satisfies the nondegradation requirements of the MPCA but also provides a tool that the City can use to incorporate into its future development policies and ensure protection of water quality. The result of this study will show the effectiveness of current development and stormwater management standards and, if necessary, provide a framework to revise the standards if the study shows that nondegradation is not satisfied. The study consists of three key steps: 1. An assessment of change in land use and imperviousness in the City from 1988 to current (2004) and out to 2020 conditions 2. An associated pollutant load change with the land use change for total phosphorus (TP), total suspended solids (TSS), and water volume. 3. Identification of appropriate BMPs to return to 1988 water quality conditions or better. Once these steps have been completed, the City's SWPPP will be updated appropriately. The following approach has been developed for the City of Elk River to address their nondegradation requirements including the loading assessment and nondegradation report. MODEL SELECTION Wenck proposes development of a spreadsheet model for the City of Elk River. As stated previously in the "Approach" subsection of the "Qualifications" section, the spreadsheet model will provide a clear-cut method in calculating the loading assessment and allow Wenck staff to emphasize addressing potential changes to stormwater management in the City. The spreadsheet model will utilize the US EP A Simple Method. Event mean concentrations are widely available from many literature sources. The Wenck project team, however, is very familiar with reasonable concentrations for a variety of land uses through our water resources work and experience with other nondegradation studies. Similar to event mean concentrations, runoff coefficients are applied for different land uses to predict an annual runoff volume. Simple multiplication of the concentration by the volume yields the loading rate from a particular land use. Load reductions for the current (2004) and 2020 conditions will be determined based on City stormwater management standards. For those areas that developed according to the development review standards, a load reduction percentage will be applied based on the results of the model. The load reduction percentage for regional ponds not created as part of a development will also be incorporated into the model. GENERAL APPROACH Throughout the study, the Wenck Project Manager will consult with City staff, local water authorities, and MPCA staff to coordinate efforts and get buy-in on the methods and results. The first step of the Wenck approach includes developing the loading assessment for the three time periods (1988, current, and 2020). The second step includes applying the necessary load reductions for BMPs that have been implemented by the City. The third step in the process includes analyzing the loading assessment and T:\0598\OOINonDegradation Proposa1\Work Scope.doc 11 ,~Wenck Work Scope (cant.) reduction and developing recommendations for the City based on the differences between the two. This includes an evaluation and recommendation of appropriate BMPs to meet any necessary loading reduction requirements. The fmal step is to document the study approach, findings, and recommendations, and submit the study to the MPCA for their review. The Wenck approach to each of the following tasks identified by the City is described in more detail below: Task 1. Loading Assessment Task I includes the collection and processing of GIS and modeling data for development of the loading assessment for baseline (1988), current (2004), and future (2020) land uses. Steps within Task 1 include obtaining development land use, soil type and land cover and quantification of loading for the three assessment points. Task la. Gather Data This task includes compiling all necessary GIS and water quality data needed for the analysis. Data includes land use and land cover, soil types, topography and any other data needed for the assessment. Wenck staff understands that Sherburne County provides GIS services to the City and therefore assumes that 1988 and 2004 land use data is available electronically from the County. Task lb. Quantify Changes in Landuse and Imperviousness in the City of Elk River Land use and land cover analysis will focus on impervious surfaces in the watershed. Data will be acquired from available land use coverages, LANDSAT images (satellite images of the earth's surface) provided by the MPCA, and available aerial photos (current and historical). Wenck staffwill meet with City staff to confirm the land use assumptions that will be used to defme the year 2020 development conditions. If City land use maps do not provide adequate information, LANDSAT images will be corrected using the current and historical aerial photographs to reduce scatter and error in the imperviousness estimates.' Task Ie. Construct Spreadsheet Model for 1988, Current and 2020 Conditions The spreadsheet model for the City of Elk River will use the change in the land use to develop loading in 1988, current (2004), and 2020 conditions. Runoffvolumes will be calculated using runoff coefficients obtained from literature and applied to specific land use types. The fmal step is to quantify the change in land use and imperviousness in the City paying close attention to land use types under conversion. For example, conversion from agriculture to urban land is very different than converting upland forest to urban land. It is not reasonable to conduct the load assessment by subwatershed since they have not been delineated within the City. Therefore, Wenck suggests meeting with City staff in order to identify critical "areas" ofland use change for each time period. For example, section numbers may be used to divide parts of the city into areas that developed dramatically between 1988 and 2004 or areas that are expected to develop between 2004 T:\OS98\OOINonDegradation ProposallWork Sco~e.doc 12 ..,~Wenck Work Scope (cant.) and 2020. This will provide for an easy comparison of where nondegradation standards may not be satisfied. Once complete, the loading assessment spreadsheet model will be validated using water quality monitoring data where available. It is important to note that the absolute values are not as critical in the loading assessment as are the relative differences between the years. The loads should be relatively close to the actual values, however, to provide a reasonable estimate of BMP effectiveness. Task 2. Analysis Task 2a. Estimate the Change in Pollutant Loading and Volume from Baseline to Current Conditions Once the model has been constructed and validated, load changes will be assessed for TP, TSS, and volume. Load reductions will be applied to each development in which treatment devices (ponds, swales, infiltration basins) have been incorporated. Those areas that do not provide sufficient treatment will be identified. This task identifies all of the rules, codes and ordinances under which development took place during the 1988 to current period as well as the projected rules under which new development will take place. Wenck anticipates . that City staff will identify which developments occurred without stormwater management practices. Given the number of treatment devices in the City, modeling each of the devices would be time consuming and ultimately result in greater detail than needed for this study. Instead, approximately ten devices will be modeled to determine representative treatment reductions from various land uses. City and Wenck. staff will identify two or three examples of single- family residential, multi-family residential, commercial, and industrial development. PondNet or P8 computer models will then quantify the device treatment reduction for each of the ten. The load reduction from the treatment devices will then be applied external to the model. Additionally, areas of the City that are current high priorities can be incorporated into the model allowing the City to expend resources where they are most critical. Finally, pollutant removal due to street sweeping will be applied external to the model. Our experience with nondegradation plans indicates that removal records due to these practices can have a significant positive impact on meeting nondegradation. This step helps to clarify the features that need to be addressed in the nondegradation plan so that the proper credit is given for City activities that have been implemented to protect water quality. In concert with quantifying street sweeping loads, Wenck recommends that the city conduct a grain size analysis of sediment removed from sweeping to determine what portion of the swept load comprises TSS and TP. Task 2b. Project Change in Pollutant Loading and Volume from Current to Future Conditions This task is very similar to Task 2a except the analysis compares 2020 to 2004 conditions. The same load reduction from treatment devices determined from Task 2a will be used for T:\0598\OOINonDegradation ProposaJ\Work Scope. doc 13 e{~Wenck Work Scope (cant.) development between 2004 and 2020. Load reductions from street sweeping will be applied to the total impervious area in 2020 based on the same rate (pounds per impervious acre) determined from 2004 data. Task 2c. Outline Potential Measures to Reduce Pollutant Loading and Volume Discharge Once the load assessment model is complete and load reductions for runoff volume, TP and TSS have been calculated, this task will identify potential revisions to development standards to meet the reduction goals. City staff has indicated that retrofitting treatment devices into previously developed areas is a low priority option. Therefore, Wenck staff will focus on revising development standards for future development in order to achieve nondegradation. BMP selection at this stage will be at a planning level of completeness with a goal of identifying possible structures or activities along with a corresponding budget. Effectiveness of each potential BMP will be evaluated using literature values or values obtained by local governmental agencies. Task 2d. Estimate Impact on Pollutant Loading and Volume as a Result of Potential Reduction Measures Wenck has extensive experience in assisting watershed districts in revising rules in order to meet specific performance standards, and this experience is directly applicable to this task of the work scope. For example, if an area needs a reduction in one or all three parameters, the BMP analysis will start with what is generally considered the most cost-effective methods and work towards the more expensive alternatives. The first step would be to add or enlarge existing ponds and/or infiltration basins and move towards more expensive alternatives like underground storage and treatment. This work would be done in partnership with the City to continually evaluate the practicality of the construction and maintenance of each proposed BMP. The alternatives for each pollutant parameter would be considered with a budgetary cost screening and review by the City to determine their practicality. For those areas not meeting nondegradation, a BMP implementation plan would be developed to include construction and operations and maintenance costs. It is important to note that the MPCA has recognized the difficulty in reducing volume back to 1988 conditions and suggests that BMPs focus on resource protection in addition to any volume controls. Consequently, BMPs discussed may include bank stabilization to mitigate volumes as well as potential BMPs to protect wetland hydrology. Task 3. Recommendations Task 3a. Prepare Draft N ondegradation Plan Report Task 3b. Review Draft Nondegradation Plan Report with City Staff T:I0598100INonDegradation Proposa!l Wor!< Scope. doc 14 ~Wenck Work Scope (cant.) Task 3c. Revise Nondegradation Plan Based on City Staff Review Task 3d. Obtain Comments from Local Water Authority on the Nondegradation Plan in Order to Facilitate Modifications to the City of Elk River MS4 Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan The methods, results, and recommendations of the study will be detailed in a report for the City. Wenck staff will clearly identify areas with significant load increases and focus on revisions to the development standards to mitigate the potential impacts and reduce loading to 1988 conditions, if necessary. A draft of the report will be sent to City staff for their review and comment. Prior to the City review process, though, it may be beneficial for Wenck staff to present the results and recommendations of the study to City staff. Following City review, Wenck will revise the report as necessary to incorporate comments from City staff and complete the report. When complete and at the direction of City staff, Wenck staffwill forward the report to the local water authority for their review. Wenck also anticipates that City staff will initiate the public review process at this time. Task 4. Submittal to MPCA Task 4a. Loading Assessment Task 4b. Nondegradation Plan Wenck staff will schedule meetings with MPCA staff early in the study. During these meetings, we will 1) review the methodology and approach of the loading assessment, and 2) present preliminary information related to the loading assessment. After the public comment period has ended, Wenck staff will forward the loading assessment and nondegradation plan to the MPCA. The report will include all public comments and required documentation such as a Record of Decision. Also included in this task is an application to modify the City's MS4 General Permit. Finally, Wenck will modify the nondegradation plan to address comments generated by the MPCA. CITY INVOL VEMENT We see the City's involvement in helping to identify and collect the data as well as helping to quantify ponds in the City. Realizing that this could be a significant task, we will work with the City to develop a process that uses the data available and includes a minimum amount of effort. The majority of the involvement will be during the BMP identification and selection process for addressing load changes in the nondegradation assessment. Additional City involvement is necessary for quantifying street sweeping load removal and the TSS component of swept sediment. T:\0598\OOINonDegradation ProposaJ\Work Scope.doc 15 '2.~Wenck Organizational Structure TEAM SELECTION Wenck's proposed project team has been selected based on their expertise in nondegradation studies, water resources, hydrology, hydraulics, modeling, and planning. Team members have worked on projects that involve water quality issues for many years and will use that knowledge to efficiently and effectively complete your nondegradation plan. Brief descriptions of the role and responsibilities of each of the project team members are highlighted following the organizational chart. ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES Not bound by departments, Wenck operates on aflexible team basis to be responsive to your needs- with the advantage of easily offering the most qualified staff for the project at hand. We also have state-of-the-art support for computer-aided drafting, GIS, project management, modeling, word processing, and accounting. At Wenck, we assign one point of contact to manage your project and assign a core team that remains on the project for the duration. This stability ensures that you will continuously receive a high level of service. T:\0598\OOINonDegradation Proposal\Organizational Structure. doc 16 Wenck Organizational Structure (cant.) Ed Matthiesen and Joe Bischoff - Senior Review Mr. Matthiesen and Mr. Bischoff will provide principal review and quality assurance for the Wenck project team. Their experience in municipalities and with other Twin Cities water quality studies will ensure science-based, professional, on-time results. Jennie Ross - Project Manager Ms. Ross will serve as the Project Manager for the City of Elk River Nondegradation Plan. She will have regular communication with City staff to provide project updates and get staff input, as necessary. She will also oversee project task work to ensure that it is proceeding according to the contract scope of work, schedule, and budget. Jeremy Schultz and Andy Erickson - Modeling Specialists Mr. Schultz and Mr. Erickson will assist Ms. Ross in completing the modeling portion of the project. Both are experienced at hydrologic and hydraulic modeling. Specifically, their modeling experience related to assessment of pollutant loads and nondegradation plans will provide the City a time and cost savmgs. Jordan Shuck - GIS Specialist Mr. Shuck will serve as the primary GIS resource on the Wenck project team. As stated in the Qualifications section of this proposal, he is familiar with this type of GIS work because of related project experience in Eden Prairie and the Coon Creek Watershed District. Diane Spector and Amy Denz - Water Resources Planners Ms. Spector and Ms. Denz will assist the project team in writing the nondegradation report, conducting public meetings or workshops, and updating the City's MS4 General Permit. They will also assist the project manager in creating revised development standards should the study indicate an increase in loading. T:I0598100INonDegradation ProposaJIOrganizationaJ Structure.doc 17 ,~Wenck Schedule SCHEDULE The proposed schedule is presented in the table below. The schedule is based on a required completion date of December 1, 2007 for permit submittal to the MPCA. Task . Completion Date Task 1. Loading Assessment August 15, 2007 Task 2. Analysis September 1, 2007 Task 3. Recommendations October 1, 2007 Task 4. Submittal to MPCA November 15,2007 T:\0598\OOINonDegradation ProposallSchedule.doc 18 ,,~Wenck Project Cost FEE SCHEDULE - JANUARY 2007 General Office Clerical TechnicianlWord Processor Field Technician/Sr. Word Processor Junior Engineer/Junior Scientist Assistant Engineer/Assistant Scientist Engineer/Scientist Engineer II1Scientist II Engineer III/Scientist I1I1Designer Senior Engineer/Senior Scientist Project Engineer/Project Professional Supervising Engineer/Supervising Professional Project Manager/Project Professional Senior Project Manager/Senior Professional Program Manager Principal Engineer I/Principal Scientist I Principal Engineer I1/Principal Scientist II Officer Hourlv Rate $53.00 $59.00 $66.00 $75.00 $82.00 $90.00 $100.00 $108.00 $118.00 $128.00 $138.00 $148.00 $159.00 $171.00 $182.00 $195.00 $206.00 $216.00 Budgeted Hours o I{ I I\'O 20 -:;.. . o o 198::. I b 73lo , 10 ~ ou 66 (.; I &, ry..) o 10 - \ i I&{) o o o o o o o 12 - Z Ii 7 L- o /:'>7 r~ ') (p r ~. ~ f . Mileage will be billed at the IRS approved rate. . Reproductions will be billed at the rate of $0.15 per copy. · AutoCAD/Intergraph/GIS/Modeling will be billed at a rate of $10.00/hour. . Invoices are due upon presentation. Invoice balances not paid within thirty (30) days of invoice date are subject to 1-1/2% (18% annual) interest or finance charge. . Rates to be adjusted annually. T:\0598\OOINonDegradation ProposallProject Cost. doc 19 ........~Wenck References Tim Kelly, District Administrator Coon Creek Watershed District 12301 Central Avenue Northeast Suite 100 Blaine, MN 55434 (763) 755-0975 Services performed: District Engineer, Coon Creek Water Quality Plan (Nondegradation Assessment) Team members associated: Ed Matthiesen, Joe Bischoff, Jeremy Schultz, Diane Spector, Jordan Shuck Leslie Stovring, Environmental Coordinator City of Eden Prairie 8080 Mitchell Rd Eden Prairie, MN 55344-2203 (952) 949-8327 Services performed: Loading Assessment, Nondegradation Plan Team members associated: Joe Bischoff, Jeremy Schultz, Diane Spector, Jordan Shuck, Ed Matthiesen Lori Haak, Water Resources Coordinator City of Chanhassen 7700 Market Boulevard PO Box 147 Chanhassen, MN 55317 (952) 227-1135 Services performed: Nondegradation Assessment Team members associated: Joe Bischoff" Jeremy Schultz, Jordan Shuck, Ed Matthiesen Dave Berkowitz, City Engineer City of Andover 1685 Crosstown Boulevard NW Andover, MN 55304 (763) 767-5133 Services performed: Nondegradation Assessment Team members associated: Ed Matthiesen, Joe Bischoff, Jeremy Schultz, Jordan Shuck T:\0598\OOINonDegradation ProposallReferences.doc 20 ;...~Wenck References (cont.) Scott Ek, Project Manager Minnesota Department of Natural Resources 500 Lafayette Road Box 25 St Paul, MN 55155 (651) 259-5156 Services performed: Environmental Review Documentation (Minnesota Steel EIS) Team members associated: Jennie Ross, Joe Bischoff, Jordan Shuck T:\D598\DDINonDegTlldation ProposallReferences.doc 21 ,...~Wenck Additional Information At Wenck, we are proud of our demonstrated ability to delight our clients by delivering technical excellence and strategic advice with superior service that brings real value to our clients' business. But don't take our word for it. . . we invite you to review what some of our water resource clients (clients like you) have to say about our service: SHELL ROCK RIVER WATERSHED DISTRICT Watershed Management Plan "I would like to thank you for the outstanding service that Wenck has provided the Shell Rock River Watershed District over the past two years. Your company's responsiveness and knowledge have been invaluable to the success of the District. In particular, I want to thank you for your exceptional work finishing our watershed plan. Wenck's ability to understand the needs of our watershed district, utilization of existing studies, combined with your proficiency in watershed plans created a streamlined process. Your expertise proved invaluable in the creation of our watershed plan. Your effort has resulted in our watershed district's ability to quickly move forward on existing projects allowingfor immediate utilization of available public funding mechanisms. This has saved the District countless hours and money, and also established an excellent reputation with local agencies. We have enjoyed working with Wenck and lookforward to working with you as we implement our plan. " PRIOR LAKE SPRING LAKE WATERSHED DISTRICT Prior Lake Outlet Channel Biorestoration and Enhancement "Throughout the project the PLSL WD has been extremely pleased with the service provided by Mr. Matthiesen and his colleagues at Wenck Associates." "Wenck did an excellent job keeping the project on track and within scope." "The Wenck team's commitment to excellence in design and their strong customer service skills helped ensure that the detailed design met not only the PLSLWD needs, but also the needs and requirements of downstream communities and regulatory authorities." "Wenck has demonstrated innovation, foresight and leadership throughout the entire project. The PLSLWD has been pleased to partner with the Wenck team for their advice, service and expertise to enhance the Prior Lake Outlet Channel so it is now a beautifUl, efficient and effective asset for the watershed and surrounding community. " MINNEHAHA CREEK WATERSHED DISTRICT Watershed Management Plan "The MCWD is very pleased with the work done on their Water Resources Management Plan. The EPA is already considering this to be a national modelfor watershed management." "Thanks for all your diligent efforts in serving the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District. " T:\0598\OOINonDegradation Proposa1\Additional Infonnation.doc 22 .~Wenck Additional Information (cont.) MINNEHAHA CREEK WATERSHED DISTRICT Pathogen Study "Wenck's facilitation of meetings with constituents and evaluation of policy and press release statement throughout the process were excellent. They were able to bring together the necessary players to get the job done. As always, it is a pleasure to work with professionals who are so well prepared. Thank you for your on-going service to the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District. " CLEARWA TER RIVER WA TERSHED DISTRICT Clearwater River Chain of Lakes Restoration Project "This remarkable project achievement bears testimony to the engineering ingenuity and expertise of Wenck. " "Wenck, with its extraordinary talent, will in the future continue to make significant contributions towards mitigation of environmental pollution. " T:I05981001NonDegradation ProposallAdditional Information.doc 23 ~Wenck