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June 1, 2020 <br />Joe Walters,13038 Island View Dr NW, asked why the fish stick structure had <br />been removed. <br />Mr. Wisner explained the fish stick structure was modified to allow for boat traffic <br />and promote habits on the lake. <br />Mr. Walters asked, if the bids came in low, would they be able to afford to take out <br />more of the sediment that may benefit more areas of the lake. <br />Mr. Lunde responded that was a possibility contingent on amending permits with the <br />DNR. <br />Christine Cox, 1836 Main St, was in favor of the project stating improving the lake <br />would be a benefit for the entire community. <br />Mr. Walters returned and asked if the new developments on the southwest side of <br />the lake were included in the assessment. <br />Ms. Erickson confirmed they were included. <br />Leonora Person, 13726 189" Ave NW, opposed the process of surveying residents <br />during a time when public gatherings were prohibited by the governor. She <br />questioned the results of the drawdown survey. <br />Council stated they had followed the required process set by the State and met the <br />required deadlines allowing a month to respond for the DNR Public Water Permit <br />for the drawdown of Lake Orono. State deadlines did not change due to COVID-19. <br />Kathleen Boekley,13776189' Ave NW, opposed the project because the dredging <br />will not benefit her property. She asked when the proposed date was for the lake <br />drawdown and said it may affect summer activities on the lake. <br />Mr. Wisner explained the date of September 15, 2020 was not set by the city but <br />rather the DNR and was determined so as not to affect the turtles and fish in the <br />lake. <br />Tom Farnsworth, 18613 Simonet Dr NW, was in favor of the project. He felt the <br />money should be used now for this project or we may not have a lake in the future. <br />Shelly Binsfeld, 13230 Island View Dr NW, was in favor of the project. She noted <br />that, while kayaking, she sees a difference between the top of the lake and the river. <br />She also asked if the plan was at 100%. <br />Mr. Wisner responded there may be some small changes with permitting but no <br />large-scale changes. <br />rO W E a E 1 6 Y <br />NATURE <br />