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January 12,1998 Volume 22, No. 14

Next issuelDeadline: January 26, 1998lJanuary 16, 1998 (Friday)

Environmental Quality Board Meeting Notice

The Environmental Quality Board will meet January 29, 1998 at the Pollution Control Agency hoard room from 9:OO-1 l:00 a.m. Agenda will he available January 21, 1998. If you have any questions please call Andrea Glass, EQB Secretary at 612-297-1257.

A 1998 Publication Calendar Available on Last Page

The 1998 Monitor Publication Calendar is available at the end of this issue

Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS) Notice of Availability

Project Title: Superior Forest City Road Landfill Expansion, Monticello

A final EIS will he available beginning January 16, 1998, 'om the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) on the proposed Superior Forest City Road Landfill Expansion of its existing landfill in Monticello Township, Wright County.

The FEIS will be available at the follwing locations: MPCA St. Paul Office, 520 Lafayene Road, MPCA North Central Brainerd Office, 1601 MinnesotaDrive; Wright County Solid Waste Office, 10 Northwest 2nd Street, Buffalo; Planning and Zoning Office, Monticello City Hall, 250 East Broadway; Buffalo Public Library, 17 Lake Boulevard; Monticello Public Library, 4th and Walnut Street; Roy Simms Community Library, 403 Central Avenue East St. Michael; the FCR Landfill, 5480 County Road 12 North, Buffalo; Elk River Public Library, 413 Proctor Avenue; Annandale Public Library, 21 East Cedar Street; Rockford Public Library, 21300 John Miller Drive; Cokato Public Library, 140 Bridge Avenue East; Abertville City Hall, 5975 Main Avenue Northeast; Clear Lake City Hall, 309 Mill Sheet; Hanover City Hall; Maple Lake City Hall; Montrose City Hall; South Haven City Hall; and Waverly City Hall.

Written comments will be acceptable through Februruy 1, 1998. Persons who received the draft EIS, or who / submitted comments on the draft EIS will receive the fmal EIS by mail. .

/ MPCA Citizens Board is expected to consider the adequacy of the EIS at its board meeting February 26, 1998

RGU: Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Contact Person: Kevin J. Kain, Project Manager, Environmental Planning and Review Office, 520 Lafayette Road, St. Paul, MN 55155; 612-296-7432.

EIS Scoping Notice

Project title: NorthWoods Organics Toivola Peat Mining Project RGU: DNR Description: The project will include development of approximately 1000 acres of bog at two sites for the purpose of mining and packaging horticultural peat for commercial sale. The Toivola South site, which has an existing mining operation of 3 10 acres, will be expanded by an additional 250 acres. The Toivola East site, approximately 8 miles from the South site, will be a new 750-acre peat mine. Public Comment: There will be apublic scoping meeting on Tuesday, January 27, 1998 from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. at the Toivola Community Center in Toivola, located on St. Louis County Road 5 approximately one-half mile south of the $tersection of County Roads 5 and 52. The DNR has prepared a Scoping Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EAW) and Draft Scoping Decision Document which are now available for review. Written comments on the scope must be received by Wednesday, February 11, 1998, and should be sent to: DNR Office of Management and Budget Services, Thomas Balcom, 500 Lafayette Road, St. Paul, Minnesota 55155-4010.

Environmental Assessment Worksheets-Comments Due February 11, 1998

Project Title: Stevens County CSAH 9 Reconstruction Description: Reconstruction of 5.0 miles of Stevens County CSAH 9 from CSAH 8 to TH 28. Stevens County will reconstruct CSAH 9 due to sub-standard surface width and deterioration of the road surface. Due to roadbed widening, approximately 2.48 acres of type 2,3, and4 wetlands will be filled. RGU: Stevens County Contact Person: Merle Earley, P.E., County Engineer, Box 191, Moms, MN 56297-0191; 320-589-7430

Project Title: Veterans Memorial State Park, Duluth Description: The Department of Natural Resources proposes to develop a new state park in Slip 4 of Duluth Harbor. The park will feature the retired military ship, the USS Des Moines, a visitors' center, flower gardens, various memorials, and parking facilities. The project will include the excavation of construction fill material from Slip 4. RGU: DNR Contact Person: Rebecca Wooden, Environmental Planner, DNR, 500 Lafayette Road, St. Paul, Minnesota 55155; 612-297-3355.

Project Title: Trunk Highway 13 Reconstruction-Savage Description: Minnesota Trunk Highway 13 is proposed for reconstruction from Trunk Highway 101 to County Road 42 in the City of Savage, Scott County. The proposed project will result in two lanes in each direction, with turn lanes at major intersections. A concrete median will separate the travel lanes. Traffic signal systems will be installed at three locations, and revised at two locations. RGU: Minnesota Deparhnent of Transportation Contact Person: Leonard Eilts, Director, Office of Environmental Services, 3485 Hadley Avenue North, Oakdale, Minnesota 55 128; 612-779-5094.

I MnDOT Alternative Review Process-Environmental Assessment- Comments Due March 2,1998

Project Title: US 12-Cokato to Montrose Description: Upgrade a portion of TH 12 to an improved two lane roadway with passing lanes and turn lanes. Also included in this project is the replacement of the railroad bridge in Cokato. The project (approximately 13.5 miles in length) extends from the west end of Cokato to 0.1 mile west of Co. Rd. 110 west of Montrose. Public Hearing: Hearing will be held on February 18, 1998 at the Howard Lake High School Auditorium located at the comer of 8th Avenue and 8th Street in Howard Lake, open house will be held at 5:00 p.m. with the official hearing commencing at 7:00 p.m. Contact Person: Donald Raisanen, District Engineer, Minnesota Department of Transporation, 1991 Industrial Park Road, Baxter, Minnesota 56401; 218-828-2482.

Environmental Impact Statement Need Decisions

The responsible government units noted below have determined the following projects do not require preparation of an EIS. The dates given are, respectively, the date of the determination and the date the EAW notice was published in the EQB Monitor.

Department of Natural Resources, Crown Mill Hydroelectric Project, December 3 1, 1997 (November 3, 1997) Sherbume County, Pioneer Trails, December 16,1997 (October 20,1997) McLeod County, Mcleod CSAH 11 from US 212 to CSAH 3, Decemher 30, 1997 (November 3,1997) Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, Tesch Swine Finishing Expansion, Sibley County, December 22, 1997 (October 6, 1997) City of Minneapolis, Sears Lake Center, Decemher 18, 1997 (October 20, 1997)

Environmental Assessment Worksheet Need Decision

The noted responsible governmental unit has made the following decision on the indicated date regarding the need for an EAW in response to a citizens' petition:

Faribault Rife and Pistol Club - Rice County - Petition dismissed.

Public Notice-Minnesota Forest Resources Council Meeting

The Minnesota Forest Resources Council will hold its next Meeting from 9:30 a.m. until approximately 4:00 p.m. at Champion International Corporation's training facility Thursday January 15, 1998. For further information on the Minnesota Forest Resources Council or this upcoming meeting please call the Council office at 612-603-0108 or visit the Council's web page at http://www.frc.state.mn.us/

Notification of Release of Genetically Engineered Organisms

File Number

98-NO-001

Company

Novartis

Crop

Corn

Project

Insect resistant

County

Goodhue

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EIS Preparation Notice Q . On December 3 1, 1997, the Mimesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) adopted a Final Scoping Decision

Document for an EIS on the Iron Range Off-Highway Vehicie Rrereaiioii Area (OF.'IIA) project proposed by the DNR Unit of Trails and Waterways. DNR Trails & Waterways proposes to construct and operate the OHVRA on a 1200 acre site in Gilbert, MN, pursuant to M.L. 1996, Chapter 407. The facility will feature recreational hails, scramble areas, and day-use and special events facilities specifically designed for use by off-road motorcycles, all- terrain vehicles, and four-wheel drive jeeps and trucks.

The EIS will address the following issues: Project-related impacts to the state-listed threatened species St. Lawrence grapefern, Botrychrum rugulosum, and its habitat onsite will be evaluated and measures available to avoid, minimize, or mitigate these impacts will be identified. This includes evaluation of the quality and significance of babitat present as well as evaluation of the anticipated impacts of construction, operation, and other potential uses and conditions of the site, as a component of OHVRA implementation. Alternatives will be considered: 1) No-buildiNo action; 2) Proposed project-OHVRA project evaluated in the EAW, which is the "preferred alternative" identified by the OHVRA planning process; 3) Modified Project - redesigned OHVRA project where impacts to known populations onsite of the state-listed threatened species St. Lawrence grapefern are completely avoided.

Issues and impacts determined to not require detailed analysis were those associated with the effects of the proposed project on: site-specific covertype conversions; increased fishing pressure on the Gilbert Pit; increased chloride ion concentrations within waters receiving runoff; wildlife and associated babitat impacts; invasive exotic plant species; potential wetland impacts; nominal increases in surface water use on adjacent lakes; erosion and sedimintation potentials; potential adverse water quality changes; Vehicle Wash Facility operation issues; exhaust emissions; dust; noise; and public services.

The Responsible Governmental Unit for this project is the DNR Office of Management and Budget Services , (OMB). A draft EIS is tentatively scheduled for distribution and public review in June, 1998. The contact person at , DNR is: William H. Johnson, Environmental Planner, OMB Environmental Review and Assistance Unit, Minnesota

Department ofNatural Resources, 500 Lafayette Road, St. Paul, MN 55155-4010; 612-296-9229.

Environmental Assessment Worksheets-Comments Due February 25, 1998

Project Title: Meadowlands Residential Subdivision Description: 89 single family residential lot subdivisions on 350 acres of land abutting the St. Francis River, in Sections 5 and 8, Big Lake Township, Sherbume County. Minimum lot size will be 2.5 acres. Each lot served by individual septic systems and wells. Wetland fill of 13,000 square feet for roads. RGU: Sherbume County Zoning Contact Person: Nancy Riddle, Assistant Zoning Administrator, 13880 Hwy 10, Elk River, MN 55330; 612-241 2900.

Project Title: Eagles Landing Residential Subdivision Description: Eagles Landing is a 42 lot single family residential development on a 164 acre parcel in Becker Township, Sherbume County, MN. Minimum lot size is 2.5 acres, and will be served with public roads and utilities rypical of a rural development including private wells and septic systems. RGU: Sherbume County Zoning Contact Person: Nancy Riddle, Assistant Zoning Administrator, 13880 Hwy 10, Elk River, MN 55330; 612-241- 2900.

Project Title: Buss Family Wetland Restoration Description: The proposed project is to convert 2.96 acres of type 2 and type 6 wetland to 2.96 acres of type 4 wetlands with type 1 ,2 ,3 and 6 wetlands remaining or integrated into the wetland complex. 1.48 acres of upland 6

will be utilized using public value credits by converting partially drained type 2 and 6 to type 4 wetland. Silt removal, settling pond creation and emergent vegetation shelves are part of the design to improve the water quality of the entire 10.49 acre wetland. RGU: City of Medina Contact Person: Loren Kohnen, Planning and Zoning Administrator, 2052 County Road 24, Medina, MN 55340;

Project Title: Flagship Pork Partners L.L.P. Total Confinement Hog Farrow to Finish Project Description: Flagship Pork Partners L.L.P. proposes to build and operate a multi-site 6,000 animal unit farrow to fmisb hog husbandry project. The sites would be located in Blue Earth, Nicollet and Waseca counties. All new facilities would be total confmement barns with deep under barn pits for manure storage. Manure would be removed and spread on crop land as fertilizer once per year. RGU: Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Contact Person: William J. Lynott, Project Manager, Environmental Planning and Review Office, 520 Lafayette Road, St. Paul, MN 55155; 612-296-7794.

Project Title: Hinckley Wastewater Treatment Facility-1998 Expansion Description: The city of Hinckley proposes to expand its wastewater treatment facility to provide additional capacity. The proposal is for one aerated pond. The new pond would provide additional treatment capacity of 172,350 gallons per day. It would be used in conjunction with two existing aerated ponds. After treatment, the wastewater will be discharged on a continuous basis to the Grindstone River. The Grindstone River flows into the Kettle River, which is a tributary of the St. Croix River. RGU: Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Contact Person: Barbara Conti, Project Manager, Environmental Planning and Review Office, 520 Lafayette Road, St. Paul, MN 55155; 612-296-6703.

Project Title: The Village Mixed Use Development Description: The Village project within the City of Lino Lakes is intended to become a community focal point

.; which contains 324,000 square feet of commercial, 229 units of medium to high density residential, and public land uses likely including: Community Center; City Hall and Police Station.

f - RGU: City of Lino Lakes r I~ Contact Person: Brian Wessel, Community Development Director, 1189 Main Street, Lino Lakes, MN 55014;

6 12-464-5562.

Project Title: Seagate Facility for Twin Cities Operations Description: This project proposes construction of a 340,000 square foot facility for manufacturing and office space needs at a location north of Scott CSAH 16 and west of CSAH 83 in northern Shakopee. RGU: City of Shakopee Contact Person: R. Michael Leek, Community Development Director, 129 Holmes Street, Shakopee, MN 55379; 6 12-445-3650.

Petition Filed The following petition has been filed with the EQB requesting preparation of an EAW. The EQB has assigned the indicated unit of government to review this petition and decide on the need for an EAW.

Pleasant Lake Estates Plat, Otter Tail County Interplastics Corporation Storage Tank Expansion, City of Minneapolis

Notification of Release of Genetically Engineered Organisms

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98-NO-002

Company

Asgrcw

Crop

Soybean

Project

Herbicide tolerance

County

Blue Earth and Redwood

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Environmental Quality Board met January 29,1998 The Environmental Quality Board met January 29,1998 and the following decisions were made: there would not be any unreasonable effect on agriculture preserve, no environmental impact statement was ordered for the OSLO-TRF 115 !w line, the board approved the Laws of Minnesota 1996 Chapter 454 Report(State Agency Sustainable Development efforts), and the board received the Sustainable Development Round Table Report and member agencies will be reviewing and commenting on this report.

Correction An error was made in the EIS Preparation Notice for the Iron Range Off-Highway Vehicle Recreation Area in the January 26,1998 issues. One of the alternatives to to studied was not listed. The correct list of alternatives for the EIS is as follows: Alternatives will be considered 1. No-buildlno-action 2. Proposed project - OHVRA project evaluated in the EAW, which is the "preferred alternative"

identified by the OHVRA planning process; 3. M M e d project - redesigned OHVRA project where partial t a i g of ferns occurs in suitable

onsite habitat;and 4. Modised project - redesigned OHVRA project where impacts to known populations onsite of the

state-listed threatened species St. Lawrence grapefern are completely avoided.

Notice of Adoption of AUAR and Mitigation Plan On January 21,1998 the City of Cottage Gmve adopted the final AUAR and Mitigation Plan for the West Draw Study Area. This action completes this AUAR review process. For information contact: Kim Lindquist, Community Development Director, City of Cottage Grove; 612-458-2824.

Environmental Assessment Worksheets-Comments Due March 11,1998

Project Title: NordicAmerica Description: Included in the development of NordicAmerica are a mix of entertainment facilities including an arena, amphitheater, small theaters, festivals, amusement attmtions, an aquarium and operating fish hatchery, cultural educational, and recreational attractions, aU of which are suppolted by a convenience store, hotel, RV park and campsites, retail, and food and beverage facilities.

RGU: Douglas County Contact Person: Roland Kronberg, Duector, Land and Resource Management, 305 8* Ave West, Alexandria, MN 56308; 320-762-2381.

Project Title: Obergs Addition to Maple Shores Description: This project includes the platting and development of 18 r i m lots and 2 n o n - r i m lots meeting state shoreland standards. The lots will be developed for single family residential use. An extension of an existing public road will serve the subdivision. RGU: Crow Wing County Planning and Zoning Oflice Contact Person: Todd Holman, Zoning Administrator, 326 Laurel Street, B h r d , MN 56401; 218- 828-3964.

Project Title: St. Louis County Regional Landfii Expansion Description: St. Louis County proposes a verb:& expansion of its regional land6ll. With this expansion, the proposed final capacity will increase from 1,650,000 cubic yards to 1,990,000 cubic yards, including cover. The facility's footprint will remain the same; however, the j ka l height will be about one foot more. The site life after the expansion is estimated at 16 years, assuming the annual f3ll rate is similar to the present. RGU: Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Contact Person: Barbara Conti, Project Manager, Environmental Planning and Review Oflice, 520 Lafayette Road, St. Paul, MN 55155; 612-296-5703.

Project Title: Huntington Ridge Description: The proposed development calls for preliminary approval of 118 residential lots on 65.59 acres. Municipal water (City of Sartell) will be used and streets, sewers and stom sewers will be constructed. The project will be completed in phases with the completion of the development projected at 4 to 6-s. RGU: City of Sartell Contact Person: Robert Terres, City Administrator, 310 2d Street South, Sartell, MN 56377; 320-253- 2171.

Project Title: SarteU Heights South Description: The proposed project calls for preliminary approval of 92 lots of individual homes, and 4-6 unit townhouses on 40.4 acres. Municipal water (City of Sartell) will be used. The project will be completed in phases with the completion of the development projected at 5-7 years. RGU: City of Sartell Contact Person: Robert Terres, City Administrator, 310 znd Street South, Sartell, MN 56377; 320-253- 2171.

Project Title: Sundance Estates Description: The project calls for 3 commercial sites, including 1 gas stationlconvenience store, approximately 150 units in townhouses and 18 residential patio homes on 41.54 acres. Storn and sanitary sewer will be constructed and municipal water will be used. The project will be completed in phases with the completion ofthe development projected at 5 to 7 years. RGU: City of Sartell Contact Penon: Robert Terres, City Administrator, 3 10 znd Street South, Smell, MN 56377; 320-253- 2171.

Proiect Withdrawn " City of Shakopec pmparcd an EAW and subsequently ordered preparation of an EIS for the proposed expansion ofthe CAMASlShiely quarry. CAMASlShiely has f o d y communicated to the City of Shakopee that it is withdrawing its proposed quarry expansion. Therefore, the EIS will not be prepared.

EIS Need Decision The respnsible governmental units noted below have determined the following projects do not require preparation of an EIS. The dates given are, respectively, the date of the determination and the date the EAW notice was published in the EQB Monitor. ' 55" Street NWProject, City of Rochester, January 21,1998 (December 15,1997) ' Opus-Duluth Retail Center, City of Dulua January 28,1998 (December 15,1997) ' Highway 169 I n d d a l Park Addition, Scott Connty, Jan- 13,1998 (October 6,1997) ' Elm Creek Interceptor, Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, January 17,1998 (October 20,1997)

Petition Filed The following petition has been filed with the EQB requesting preparation of an EAW. The EQB has assigned the indicated unit of government to review this petition and decide on the need for anEAW. ' County Waste Management, Inc. Solid Waste Facility-Welch Township, Goodhue County

Ulland Brothers Gravel Mine-Shade Property, Mower County

EAW Need Decision The noted responsible governmental unit has made the following decision on the indicated date regarding the need for an EAW in response to a citizen's petition: '

County Waste Management, Inc. Solid Waste Facility, Welch Township, Goodhue County - EAW ordered

Changes in the MN Department of Agriculture's Notification Procedures for Release of Genetically Engineered Organisms The Minnesota Department of Agriculture intends to expand the list of genetically engineered plant species eligible for release under state notification procedures. The list wil l be expanded to include any plant species that is not listed as a noxious weed under federal regulations and is not considered a weed in the area of of the proposed release. This action corresponds to the United States Department of Agriculture amendments to federal mtification procedures which became effective on June 2,1997. After an extended review and public comment period, USDA determined that trials with these additonal plant species can be conducted safely under notification procedures using performance standard-based regulations. This change to state procedure will become effective on February 23,1998.

Minnesota rules adopted under section 18F currently allow the release of genetically engineered corn, soybeans, cotton, tobacco, tomato, and potato using notification procedures provided that they meet all eligibility criteria and the performance standads described in rule. Under these same rules, additional olant suecies that the commissioner determines mav be safelv used in accordance with the eligibilitv criteria and the release performance standards &be addGto this list after public notice. These k g e s were presented to the Environmental Quality Board as an informational agenda item at their meeting on January 29, 1998.

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture will continue to enforce compliance with state pedormance standards and the requirements that field =leases under the notification procedures must be contained and not persist in the environment. The commissioner will, as part ofthe state application, request site- specijic information related to the notification in addition to that provided in the federal application. MDA staff continues to have unlimited access to facilities, test sites and records, and the commissioner may rescind any notilication if there is evidence of unreasonable adverse effects on human health or the environment. For additional information on these changes, contact M ~ I Y Hanks at 612-296-1277 or at [email protected]

Public Meeting Notice - Minnesota Forest Resources Council The Minnesota Forest Resources Council will meet at the Earle Brown Continuing Education Center in St. Paul on Thursday, Febnmy lgbfrom 9:30 a.m. until approximately 4:00 p.m. For more information, contact the Council's &ces at 612-603-0108.

Notice of Public Information Meeting and Acceptance of Ap~lication for a Pipeline Routing Permit ~ o z m States Power Company proposes to construct anatural gas pipeline in Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota. The 16 inch steel pipeline would be approximately two miles in length and would connect the Inver W s Power Plant to the existing gas distribution system.

From the Inver Hills Power Station located near the intersection of 117th Street and Highway 52 the pipeline would follow 117th Street on the north side to the west. From the intersection of 117th Street a!~d Rich Valley Boulevard the pipeline would continue west along property boundaries and then to the northwest along a field bouncla~~ to the connection with the existing natural gas distribution pipeline

On January 30,1998 the Minnesota Environmental Quality Board (EQB) accepted NSP's application for a pipeline routing permit and partial exemption from some ofthe Board's muting permit procedures. The EQB will hold a public information meeting in Inver Grove Heights to provide information on the proposed project and to receive information from interested persons to assist the EQB in determining whether to grant or deny the partial exemption.

A Public Information Meeting will be February 24,1998 at 7 p.m. at the Inver Grove Heights City Council Chambers, 8150 Barbara Avenue, Inver Grove Heights

A more detailed explanation ofthe proposed project is contained the application filed with the EQB. Copies of NSP's application, pipeline routing rules, and the draft permit wil l be available at the EQB

information meeting. &$es ofthe application and rules may also be obtained by contacting the EQB.

In deciding whether to grant or deny the partial exemption, the EQB shall consider comments that are filed with the EQB, the record of the public information meeting, and the information in the application. Any person may file comments with the EQB stating reasons why the EQB should grant or de& the partial exemption. All comments should be submitted to the EQB by 4:30 p.m. on March 11,1998. If the EQB grants the partial exemption application it must issue a pipeline routing permit If the partial exemption is denid the applicant may request that the EQB continue processing its application under full pipeline route selection procedures.

Minnesota Rules, Chapter 44415 regulates the review procedures for the routing of pipelines in Minnesota.

To submit comments or for more information, contact: Larry B. Hiutmaq Environmental Quality Board, 300 Centennial Buildine. 658 Cedar Street St Paul. MN 55155: 612-296-5089 or 1-800-657-3794: larrv.hamnan~mnolan~&te.mn.us IT you'have any questions O~NSP, please contact James .Alders,. Manager of Regulatory Projects, Northern States Power Company, 414 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN

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Environmental Assessment Worksheets-Comments Due March 25,1998

Project Title: The New Saint Paul Arena Description: The City of St. Paul is planning to demolish the RiverCentre (old St. Paul Civic Center) located at the northeast corner of West 7th Street and Kellogg Boulevard in downtown St. Paul. Demolition

, , of the Rivercentre is planned to commence April 11, 1998. The City plans to construct a new multi- purpose arena on the site currently occupied by the RiverCentre. Construction of the new St. Paul Arena will commence August 1998 or as soon as the site has been cleared of demolition activities. The Arena will seat approximately 19,000 people in a hockey seating configuration and will consist of a lower howl, suite level, club level, and an upper howl. The total square footage of the Arena is estimated at 625,000 to 650,000 square feet. The Arena will connect to the new convention center and skywalk leading to the existing parking ramp across Kell'ogg Boulevard. No new parking spaces will be created as part of this project. RGU: City of St. Paul Contact Person: Pam Wheelock, Director, City of St. Paul, 25 West 4" Street, St. Paul, Minnesota 55102; 612-266-6628.

Project Title: Thief River Palls Bypass Route Description: Proposed improvement is to construct a new roadway from the intersection of Trunk Highway #32 and County Road #61, northerly to the intersection of U.S. #59 and Trunk Highway #1, west of the City of Thief River Falls. The total distance is 2.354 miles. RGU: Highway Department Contact Person: County Engineer, PO Box 616, Thief River Falls, Minnesota 56701; 218-683-7017.

Project Title: Charleswood Planned Unit ~ e v e l n ~ & e n t Description: The Charleswood P.U.D (396 acres) will include about 90 townhomes, 35,000 sauare feet of commercial development, 400 townhome/apartment/condominiums, approximately 284 single family homes, 181 acres of open space, and 43 acres of potential future development. The site currently includes cropland, wetlands, woodland, grassland, and ditches. RGU: City of Farmington Contact Person: David L. Olson, Community Development Director, 325 Oak Street, Farmington, Minnesota 55024; 612-463-1860.

Project Title: Aitkin CSAH 40 Reconstruction Description: The proposed project involves the reconstruction of 5 miles of CSAH 40 from CSAH 14 to CSAH 6 northeast of McGregor. CSAH 40 will be constructed as a 2-lane rural undivided roadway with realignment through approximately half of the project length. RGU: Aitkin Countv Board of Commissioners Contact Person: John L. Walkup, P.E. -County Engineer, Aitkin County Courthouse, Aitkin, MN 56431; 218-927-7276.

Project Title: Prairie Creek East Residential Development Description: Construction of approximately 415 single family lots is proposed on 160 acres in northeastern Farmington beginning in 1998. Plans include 3.0 acres of parkland, 3.3 acres of stormwater ponding, and 3.0 acres of adverse wetland impact, and 10.7 acres of wetland drainage system reconstruction. RGU: City of Farmington Contact Person: David L. Olson, Community Development Director, 325 Oak Street, Farmington, Minnesota 55024; 612-463-1860.

Project Title: Lake Orono Improvement Proejct Description: The City of Elk River proposes restoring navigational depth in various areas of Lake Orono. In the Fall of 1998, approximately 115,000 cubic yards of sediment is proposed to be removed from the lake and placed on adjacent upland properties. RGU: City of Elk River Contact Person: Stephen Rohlf, Building and Zoning Administrator, 13065 Orono Parkway, PO Box 490, Elk River, Minnesota 55330; 612-441-4904.

Project Title: Pilot Land Development Company Pleasure Creek South Residential Development Description: A mixed density residential development is proposed for a 136.72 acre site currently used for culitivation of sod and vegetables in the City of Blaine. RGU: City of Blaine Contact Person: Ron Henrickson, Community Development Director, 9150 Central Avenue NE, Blaine, Minnesota 55434; 612-784-6700.

Project Title: Bald Eagle Industrial Park Description: The proposed Park is located on 90 acres west of TH61 between 1 4 0 ~ and 130" Streets. The project proposes to grade the land for development, connect Falcon/Fenway Avenue, improve railroad grades, and extend 134" Street. RGU: City of Hugo Contact Person: Bob Museus, City Administrator, 5524 Upper 146" Street N, Hugo, Minnesota 55038; 612-429-6676.

Project Title: Williams Pipe Line Sand and Gravel Mining Description: Project invloves sand and gravel mining and processing on eighty acres of land in Apple Valley. Mining will lower the grade to conform with grade of adjacent properties and materially compliment new road construction. Existing petroleum pipelines, tank farm and pump station are located on a portion of the site. RGU: City of Apple Valley Contact Person: Rick Kelley, City Planner, 14200 Cedar Avenue, Apple Valley, Minnesota; 612-431- 8800.

EIS Need Decision The responsible governmental units noted below have determined the following projects do not require preparation of an EIS. The dates given are, respectively, the date of the determination and the date the EAW notice was published in the EQB Monitor. ' Opus - Duluth Retail Center, January 28, 1998 (December 15, 1997) ' Rush City Wastewater Treatment Pond Expansion, January 30, 1998 (October 20, 1997) ' Parkers Lake Public Safety Communications Tower, February 4,1998 (December 29, 1997) ' Minneapolis Convention Center Expansion, January 29, 1998 (November 11, 1997)

Petition Filed The following petition has been filed with the EQB requesting preparation of an EAW. The EQB has assigned the indicated unit of government to review this petition and decide on the need for an EAW. ' Bicknese Hog Feedlot, Forestville Twp, Fillmore County, Minnesota Pollution Control Agency

': Busker Townhouses PUD, City of Detroit Lakes

EAW Need Decision The noted responsible governmental unit has made the following decision on the indicated date regarding the need for an EAW in response to a citizen's petition: ' Pleasant Lake Estates, Otter Tail County, January 23, 1998, Project Withdrawn ' Ulland Bros., Inc Gravel Mine, Mower County, February 3,1998, Petition Dismissed

Federal Environmental Assessment-Comments Due March 25, 1998 Project Title: Construction of Runway 12L Holdiug/Deicing Pad at MinneapolisISt. Paul International Airport Description: The proposed proejct is the construction of a holdingldeicing pad at the northwest end of Runway 12L30R. and a nearby deicing support facility. Deicing will be perfomed with conventional deicing trucks which will be stored in, and serviced from, the deicing support facility. The pad will be constructed with surface grades, new storm sewer inlets and underdrainage which will allow for the capture and propoer management of spent aircraft deicing fluid. The proposed project will replace portions of the current pluglpump conatinment system which utilizes the existing storm sewer system. RGU: Metropolitan Airports Commission Contact Person: Gary Warren, Airport Engineer, 6040 28& Avenue South, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55450-2799; 612-726-813 1.

Notification of Genetically Engineered Organisms

File Number I Company I crop I ~ro.iect 1 County 98-NO-003 Monsanto Wheat Herbicide

tolerance Clay

1 Transgenic Herbicide Tolerant Sugar Beets - USDA Comment >\ Period

USDNAPHIS has announced that AgrEvo USA Company has petitioned for a determination of nonregulated status for sugar beet lines that have been genetically engineered to tolerate the herbicide glufosinate (Petition No. 97-130-1). This action would allow AgrEvo USA to grow and distribute its genetically engineered sugar beets without further USDA permits. A copy of the petition can be obtained by calling Kay Peterson, USDA-APHIS, 301-734-4885. The USDA comment period ends on April 7, 1998. An original and three copies of comments should be sent to Docket No. 97-130-1, Regulatory Analysis and Development, PPD, APHIS, USDA, Suite 3C03,4700 River Road, Unit 118, Riverdale, MD 20737-1237. Comments will also be accepted by MDA through April 3,1998 to be transmitted to USDA. For additional information contact Mary Hanks at 612-296-1277.

EOB Monitor --

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Minnesota Environmental Quality Board, 300 Centennial, 658 cedar street, St. Paul, IWV 55155 Phone: 800-657-3794 or 612-296-2603 Fax: 612-296-3698

March 9,1998 Volume 22, No. 18

Next issuelDeadline: March 23, 1998fMarch 16, 1998


The Environmental Quality Board will meet March 19, 1998 at the Metropolitan Council Chambers rom 9:00 -Noon. Please call Andrea Glass, EQB Secretary, for more information at 612-297-1257.

Environmental Assessment Worksheets-Comments Due April 8,1998

Project Title: Lower Whitewater River Channel Restoration Project Description: The project will restore trout habitat and floodplain function along approximately 3.0 miles of the Lower Whitewater River, which was channelized in the 1950s: Flows will be diverted into the historic river channel at two locations, and a new channel will he excavated midway through the project site. Construction would occur during summer and early fall, 1998. RGU: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Contact Person: Tom Balcom, Environmental Review Supervisor, 500 Lafayette Road, St. Paul, MN 55155; 612-296-4796.

Project Title: Lone Tree Dairy Feedlot Description: Lone Tree Dairy proposes to build a total-confinement dairy feedlot near Cottonwood, in Sandnes Township, Yellow Medicine County. The proposed dairy, when fully developed, would house 1,400 cows (1,960 animal units). Manure would be stored in an earthen waste storage basin on the site. Manure would be removed &om the basin and applied to fields once per year at agronomic rates. RGU: Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Contact Person: Barbara Conti, Project Manager, Environmental Planning and Review Office, 520 Lafayette Road, St. Paul, MN 55155; 612-296-6703.

Project Title: Ulschmid Agricultural Irrigation Project Description: This project involves the pumping of up to 35.5 million gallons of ground water per year to irrigate 109 acres of privately owned cropland for production of corn and alfalfa in rotation and the establishment of soil consenration measures and aquifer monitoring to protect a nearby trout stream. RGU: DNR Contact Person: Tom Balcom, Environmental Review Supervisor, 500 Lafayette Road, St. Paul, MN 55155; 612-296-4796

Project Title: Heinen Golf Course Description: The project includes an 18 hole golf course, club house, related accessory uses and up to 85 residential home sites. The project will convert more than 80 acres of agricultural land to a managed green space area, grading and filling of upland areas and tree removal and dii moving for fairway construction. RGU: Todd County Contact Person: Ron Peterson, Zoning Administrator, 119 3d Street South, Long Prairie, MN 56347- 1300; 320-732-4420.

Project Title: Ideal Township Sand and-Gravel Mine Description: This project is for the purpose of harvesting, processing and selling sand and gravel and the production of ready mix concrete on 76 acres in section 32 of Ideal Township. RGU: Crow Wing County Contact Person: Todd Holman, Administrator-Planning and Zoning, Court House, Brainerd, MN 56401; 218-828-3964.

Project Title: Maria Country Estates Residential Development Decription: Maria Country Estates is a planned rural residential development of 77.9 acres in Section 35 ofsilver Creek Township, Wright County, Minnesota. The development involves the creation of 12 single family lots and 25 acres of common open space. The site consists of rolling open meadows, scattered wetlands, and deciduous woodland. RGU: Wright County Planning and Zoning Contact Person: Charles Davis, Environmental Health Officer, 10 NW Second Street, Buffalo, MN 55313-1193; 612-682-7338.

Project Title: Dooo Bury Knolls - Phase I1 - Residential Subdivision Description: The proposed project is expected to be a three phase, 39 lot, single family residential development on 120 acres in Section 21 of Spring Lake Township. RGU: Scott County Contact Person: Allen Frechette, Environmental Health Manager, 428 Holmes Street S, Room A102, Shakopee, MN 55379-1393; 612-496-8177.

EIS Need Decision The responsible governmental units noted below have determined the following projects do not require preparation of an EIS. The dates given are, respectively, the date of the determination and the date the EAW notice was published in the EQB Monitor.

Veterans Memorial State Park, Department of Natural Resources, February 27, 1998 (January 12, 1998)

Acom Ridge, Sherbume County, February 17,1998 (October 8, 1997)

Cornerstone Commons, City of Plymouth, February 18, 1998 (December 3 1,1997)

Crescent Ridge Corporate Center, City of Minnetonka, February 23, 1998 (December 15, 1997)

Manning Avenue CSAH 15 between TH 36 and TH 5, Washington County, February 24,1998 (December 29, 1997)


Fox Den Farms Hog Feedlot Expansion, Erin Twp., Rice County Apple Valley High School Athletics Stadium, Apple Valley Economic Development Authority

Negative Declaration of the Need for Preparation of an Environmental Impact Statement for the Camp Ripley Site Development Plan and Integrated Natural Resource Management Plan

The Minnesota Army National Guard and the National Guard Bureau have prepared an Environmental Assessment for the 'hplemen'tatio'n of the Site Devel~enfPlan'Toi- Ci~f~p~Ripldy; tlie Wiiling site of the Minnesota Army ~ational Guard. This plan will provide facilities and theenv&ment for trakmg needed to maintain militav readiness during the next ten years. The plan will include implementation of the Camp Ripley Integrated Natural Resource Management Plan which provides for environmental management, monitoring of training activities and maintenance and rehabilitation of training areas as required; fielding of the MI tank to replace the M60 on a one-for-one basis; fielding of the Multiple Launch Rocket System to replace the eight inch gun; and a transition to more training of mechanized infantry units, in place of non-mechanized units, which will include greater reliance on mechanized vehicles for transport and combat.

Copies of the fmal EA are available for public review and comment at armories in Brainerd, St. Cloud and Long Prairie. Copies are also available in the Facilities Management Office at Camp Ripley and at the Minnesota National Guard headquarters in the Veterans Building, 20 West 12' Street, in St. Paul, Minnesota.

Written comments on this Negative DeclarationRinding of No Significant Impact should be addressed to MAJ R. Denis Shields, Minnesota National Guard Public Affair Office, 20 West 12" Street, St. Paul, Minnesota 55155-2098, telephone 612-282-4684. Written substantive comments received at the above address within 15 days of this published notice will be addressed.

Transgenic Herbicide Tolerant Canola - Commercial Use Exemption

AgrEvo USA Co. has requested an exemption from the Minnesota Deparhnent of Agriculture's Genetically Engineered Organism Release Permit for glufosinate tolerant canola derived from transformation event T45. T45 canola plants contain a stably integrated gene which encodes the PAT enzyme which converts the active ingredient in glufosinate to its inactive form, thereby conferring tolerance to the herbicide. The pat gene was isolated from Sweptomyces viridochromogenes, a common soil organism. These canola lines are no longer regulated under USDAIAPHIS guidelines. Under this exemption, AgrEvo USA Co. would be allowed to commercially use this herbicide tolerant canola without further regulation. For additional information contact Mary Hanks at 612-296-1277.

Transgenic Herbicide Tolerant Corn - Commercial Use Exemption

Monsanto Company and DEKALB Genetics Corp. have requested an exemption from the Minnesota Department of Agriculture's Genetically Engineered Organism Release Permit for corn line GA21 and its progeny, which express a protein which confers tolerance to the herbicide, glyphosate (Roundup). Roundup Ready corn line GA21 was produced by the introduction of a modified EPSPS gene from corn whose expression confers tolerance to herbicide to the whole plant. This field corn l i e is no longer regulated under USDMAPHIS guidelines. Under this exemption, Monsanto Company and DEKALB Genetics Corp. would be allowed to commercially use this insect resistant corn without further regulation. For additional information contact Mary Hanks at 612-296-1277.

Notifications

File Number

98-NO-004

98-NO-005

Company

98- NO-006

Minnesota Forest Resources Council Subcommittee on Landscape Planning and Coordination Meeting

County Crop

Betaseed

Betaseed

98-NO-007

98-NO-008

On Thursday, March 12, 1998 at 10:OO a.m. the Minnesota Forest Resources Council Subcommittee on Landscape Planning and Coordination will meet. They will meet at the State Forester's Conference Room on the 5& Floor of the Deoarbnent of Natural Resources. 500 Lafavette Road. St. Paul. MN 55155. The

Project

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subcommittee will discuss nominations for regional committees in the NE Landscape region. If you would like additional information please contact: Dave Miller, Landscape Coordinator, Natural Resources

Sugar Beet

Sugar Beet a

Cargill

Novartis

Research Institute, 5013 Miller Trnnk Highway, Duluth, MN 5581 1; 218-720-4256.

Corn

Public Meeting Notice - Minnesota Forest Resources Council

Herbicide tolerance

Herbicide tolerance

Corn

Corn

The Minnesota Forest Resources Council will meet in St. Paul at the Holiday Inn Express, Bandana Square. The meeting will he held on Thursday, March 19" from 9:30 a.m. until approximately 4:00 p.m. For more information. contact the Council's offices at 612-603-0108.

Norman, Kittson, Wilkin, Clay, Marshall clay (2), Polk (2), Norman, Scott, Swift, Marshall, Wilkin, Traverse, Chippewa (2).

Male sterility Herbicide

~ e i i i l l e (2) Nicollet

tolerance Herbicide tolerance Insect tolerance Insect resistance

Nicollet

Goodhue

EQB Mvnitor Minnesota Environmental Quality Board, 300 Centennial, 658 Cedar Street, St. Paul, MN

55155 Phone: 800-657-3794 or 612-296-2603 Far: 612-296-3698

March 23,1998 Volume 22, No. 19

Next issuelDeadline: April 6, 1998iMarch 30, 1998

Environmental Assessment Worksheets-Comments Due April 22,1998

Project Title: Rolling Meadows Description: The project site is in the City of Sartell, Steams County, Minnesota. The project, a Planned

( Unit Development (PUD) , will be constructed in three phases over a period of approximately five years.

? Phases 1 and 2 consist of a total of 98 single-family units on 40 acres. Phase 1 and 2 will he between West .: . _ Meadow Estates (Rl) to the east and Pine Tree Pond (Rl) to the west. Minimum lot size would he 9,500

square feet with a density of 0.40 acres per unit or 2.45 units per acre. Phase 3 consists of a residential assisted living project, in a single building, and 45 single-family units on 28+ acres, south of and adjacent to Phase 1 & 2. Water and sewer services will be provided by the City of Sartell. RGU: City of Sartell Contact Person: Robert Terres, City Administrator, 310 2"d Street South, Sartell, MN 56377; 320-253- 2171.

Project Title: SuperValu Distribution Center Description: The proposed SuperValu Distribution Center includes 572,200 square feet of warehouse and 27,840 square feet of office development supported by 375 passenger vehicle parking stalls, 250 semi truck stalls and loadmg bays, and 2.9 acres of stormwater ponding. The 55.7-acre project involves redevelopment of three industrial properties. RGU: City of Hopkins Contact Person: Jim Kerrigan, Director, Planning and Economic Development, 1010 First Street South, Hopkims, MN 55343; 612-939-1355.

Project Title: Pheasant Run Description: This project proposes construction of 265 unattached residential units on 106 acres between Marschall and Canterbuy Road on Valley View Road in the City of Shakopee. RGU: City of Shakopee Contact Person: Michael Leek, Community Development Director, 129 Holmes Street South, Shakopee: MN 55379; 612-445-3650.

fi Project Title: Summit Golf Club Golf Course and Driving Range Description: A 18 hole golf course, 9 hole par 3 golf course and driving range are proposed for a 204.20 acres site in Stanton Township (Goodhue County). RGU: Stanton Township Board Contact Person: Michael Daniels, Chairman, Stanton Township Board, 33537 35' Avenue, Stanton Township, Minnesota 55018; 507-263-4867.

Project Title: 530 North Third Street Description: The proposed project involves the partial renovation of a 52,000 square foot multi-tenant office and warehouse facility listed on the National Register of Historic Places in the Minneapolis Warehouse District and the demolition of a connected single-story buildmg which will become a surface parking lot for the buildmg. RGU: City of Minneapolis Contact Person: Geoffrey Batzel, City Planner, 350 S. 5' Street, Minneapolis, MN 55415; 612-673- 2495.

Editors Note-The following EAW replaces the Charleswood PUD EAW noticed in the February 23, 1998 Mdnitor. The comment period runs through April 22, 1998. Project Title: Charleswood PUD and Middle Creek Trunk Sanitary Sewer Description: The Cbarleswood PUD and Middle Creek Sanitary Trunk Sewer will include about 90 townhomes, 35,000 square feet of commercial development, 400 townhome/ap~ent/condimiminums, approximately 284 single family homes, 181 acres of open space, and 43 acres of potential future development. The Middle Creek Trunk Sewer will involve consmction of 20,569 feet of gravity flow sewer in the western portion of Farmington. This sewer will serve 2,720 acres of new development in the City of Fmington and Lakeville.

/ RGU: City of Fannington Contact Person: David Olson, Community Development Director, 325 Oak Street, Farmington, MN

-1 55024; 612-463-1860.

Project Title: Heartland Corn Products Ethanol Expansion, Winthrop Description: Heartland Corn Products is proposing to add to the ethanol production capacity at its existing dry corn milimg ethanol plant in Winthrop, Minnesota. Ethanol production will increase 6om the approximately 13.3 million gallons produced in 1997 to about 19 million gallons per year. Air emissions from the facility will remain below threshold for permitting as a minor source. Wastewater will be pretreated at the existing on-site facility before discharge to the Winthrop wastewater stabilization pond system. RGU: Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Contact Person: Craig Affeldt, Project Manager, Environmental Planning and Review Office, 520 Lafayette Road, St. Paul, MN 55155; 612-296-7796.

Project Title: Sunrise Dairy, Freeborn County Description: The project is the construction of a new, total-confinement dairy feedlot in Pickerel Township, Freebom County. The proposed facility would be developed in three, 835-cow phases, for a total of 2,500 cows (3,500 animal units). The initial phase includes one freestall barn, one earthen waste storage basin and the milking complex. Manure waste would be removed from the basin and applied to fields once or twice per year, at agronomic rates. A copy of the Enviornmental Assessment Worksheet is on the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency's website, www.pca.state.mn.us RGU: Minneota Pollution Control Agency Contact Person: Barbara Conti, Project Manager, Environmental Planning and Review Office, 520 Lafayette Road, St. Paul, MN 55155; 612-296-6703.

Project Title: Bayview Heights Sanitary Sewer Interceptor, Duluth Description: The Western Lake Superior Sanitary District (WLSSD) is proposing to conshnct an extension of the Bayview Heights Interceptor from its present location in West Duluth to the Duluth- Hermantown border. The upper section of the interceptor project would include conshnction of a 6,815- foot segment of new sanitary sewer that would extend from the existing Bayview Heights Interceptor at 71" Avenue West and Earl Street to a point approximately 700 feet East of Getchell Road at the city of Duluth-Hermantown border. The lower section of the interceptor which would be entirely within construction of 3,140 feet of interceptor restoration/reconstruction which would be entirely within existing urban areas of West Duluth. This section of the interceptor generally follows residential streets and crosses several areas with commercial-industrial land uses. All flows kom the Bayview Heights Interceptor will be routed to the WLSSD treatment plant in the City of Duluth. RGU: Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Contact Person: Kevin J. Kain, Project Manager, Environmental Planning and Review Ofice, 520 Lafayette Road, St. Paul, MN 55155; 612-296-7432.

Project Title: Thief River Falls Resemior Dredging Project Description: Removal of 250,000 cubic yards of sediment from the Thief River Falls municipal resemior is proposed by hydraulic dredging. A sluny of sediment and water will be pumped to a diked disposal area, where the sediments will settle out of the water. Several agricultural fields are being considered for disposal sites. RGU: Red Lake Watershed District Contact Person: Richard Dougherty, Chairman, PO Box 803, Thief River Falls, MN 56701; 218-681- 5800.

Project Title: 500 Block Chestnut Street Parking Project

( Description: Proposed project consists of razing of building with the sale of the lot to ultimately be turned

\.* over to the city for the purpose of a parkimg lot. Demolition, including all asbestos and waste removal and backfill expected to take a total of 4 days. City will do paving, storm sewer, etc. RGU: City of Virginia Contact Person: Ron Geurts, City Engineer, 327 First Street South, Virginia, MN 55792; 218-741-2388.

Draft Environmental Impact Statement Notice

Project Title: Mayo Foundation Gonda Buildimg (Formerly called "Mayo Practice Integration Project") Description: This Draft Environmental Impact Statement documents the impacts associated with the construction of the Gonda Buildimg in downtown Rochester, Minnesota. The proposed project is a phased development planned to accommodate the integration of medical procedures and the relocation of a portion of Mayo Clinic practices kom their current facilities in other Mayo Clinic buildings in downtown Rochester. The Phase I building will be approximately 900,000 gross square feet (1 1 stories). The Phase 2 expansion will bring the total project size to 1,500,000 gross square feet (21 stories). RGU: City of Rochester Public Meeting: A public informational meeting on the Draft Environmental Impact Statement will be held on Monday, April 13, 1998 at 7:00 p.m. in the CounciliBoard Chambers in the Government Center, 151 4~ Street SE, Rochester, Minnesota. Public Comment Period: Public comments on the Draft EIS must be made by Thursday, April 27, 1998, which is ten days after the date of the Public Information Meeting. Public comments are invited orally at the Public Information Meeting or in writing prior to, at or after the meeting. All written comments should be addressed to: Phil Wheeler, Rochester-Ohnsted Planning Department, 2122 Campus Drive, Rochester, MN 55904-4744; 507-285-8232.

EIS Adequacy Decisions The following Environmental Impact Statements have been determined adequate by the responsible governmental unit on the indicated date.

Laidlaw Environmental Services Inc. Rosemount Modification for Disposal of Municipal Solid Waste Combustor Ash Project (Supplemental EIS), MPCA, February 24, 1998 Superior Forest City Road Landf~ll Horizontal and Vertical Expansion Project, MPCA, February 24, 1998

EIS Need Decision The responsible govemmental units noted below have determined the following projects do not require preparation of an EIS. The dates given are, respectively, the date of the determination and the date the EAW notice was published in the EQB Monitor.

, County Road 72 (Future Trunk Highway 22), McLeod County, February 12,1998 (Decemher 29, - 1997)

Minnesota Brewing Company Ethanol Facility Modification, Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, March 2, 1998 (December 31,1997)

Minnesota Trunk Highway 7 in McLeod County, W O T , March 6, 1998 (May 5, 1997)

EAW Need Decision The noted responsible governmental unit has made the following decision on the indicated date regarding the need for an EAW in response to a citizen's petition:

Poplar River Ridge Development, Cook County, March 10, 1998 -Petition denied Apple Valley Senior High Stadium, Apple Valley Economic Development Authority, March 12, 1998 - EAW ordered Busker Townhouse PUD, City of Detroit Lakes, March 4, 1998 -Petition denied Interplastic Corporation Underground Storage Tank, City of Minneapolis, February 26, 1998 - Petition denied


Poplar River Ridge Development, Cook County Seneca Foods Carp Spray Fields Expansion, MPCA Svin Hus, Inc. Hog Feedlot -Nicollet County, MPCA

Notice of Release of Genetically Engineered Organisms

File Number 98-NO-09

98-NO-010 I I I I

Project Herbicide tolerance Disease resistance

County McLeod

Goodhue

Company Zeneca

Novartis

98-NO-01 1

Crop Corn

Corn

Disease resistance Goodhue Novartis Corn

1 98-NO-012 I Novartis 1 Corn I Disease resistance I Goodhue

I I I I 98-NO-015 I AgrEvo I Sugarbeet I Herbicide I Willcin, Norman

Sugarbeet

Sugarbeet

Herbicide tolerance

Herbicide tolerance

98-NO-016

Waseca, Chippewa, Swift, Clay Wilkin (3), Polk (2), Norman, Renville (4), Kittson, Swift, Chippewa (4), Clay (4), Marshall,

I metabolism

Department of Natural Resources Notice and Order For Hearing

Monsanto

98-NO-017

98-NO-018

There will be a public hearing In the Matter of the Application of Gary Lien for Variances on Lot 15, Bowers Mississippi Acres, City of Ramsey, Anoka County, Minnesota beginning on April 16, 1998, at 10:OO a.m. in Conference Room W251, Anoka County Courhouse, Anoka, Minnesota. This hearing is authorized by M i . Stat. 103F.335, 103G.311, and Minn. R. 6105.0230.

The issues to be considered at this hearing are whether Garv Lien r'Anolicant2'> is entitled to a variance

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DeKalb

Monsanto

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from the minimum standards for lot width, lot size, and structure setback, the extent of any such variance, and whether the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources ("Department") may require a landscaping - . plan, bluffprotection, zone of minimum dishurhance, and additional structure height restrictions as a means of mitigating shoreland impacts in the event that any variances are granted. The City of Ramsey Board of Adjustment authorized certain variances and the Department agreed to certify the variances pursuant to M i . R. 6105.0230 provided that the Applicant agreed to certain adjustments and conditions to those variances. Applicant did not agree and demanded a contested hearing.

tolerance Herbicide tolerance and Altered carbohydrate

Corn

Potato

Laws and rules particularly applicable to the decision include, but need not be limited to: M i . Stat. 103F.201 to 103F.345, 103G.311,103G.315,116D.04, subd. 6,394.36, subd, 1;Minn. R. 6105.0010 to 6105.0250, with particular attention to 6105.0020-.0040,6105.0110,6105.0150,6105.0230; Minn. R. 6105.0800 to 6105.0960; relevant sections of the City of Ramsey's Zoning Ordinance, with particular attention to sections 9.21.07 and 9.23.

Polk

The hearing will be conducted by Administrative Law Judge Phyllis A. Reha of the Office of Administrative Hearings, 100 Washington Square, Suite 1700, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401-2138;

Insect resistence

Disease and insect resistance .

Renville

Dakota, Polk (2), Ramsey, Hubbard, Marshall, Lake of the Woods

r' telephone: (612) 341-7615. She will conduct the hearing according to Minn. Stat. Ch. 14 and the rules of the Office of Administrative Hearings, Mmn. R. 1400.5100-1400.8400, which provide generally for the procedural rights of parties, and which are available fiom the Minnesota Bookstore, 117 University Avenue, St. Paul, Minnesota 55155; telephone 612-297-3000.

Parties to the hearing must file notices of appearance withii 20 days of the date of service of this notice. Others wishing to be parties may petition to interne under Minn. R. 1400.6200. The parties should bring to the hearing all documents, records, and witnesses they need to support their position. Subpoenas may be available to compel the attendance of witnesses or the production of documents. Such sobpoenas may be used pursuant to the procedures listed in part 1400.7000 of the above described rules. After the hearing, the Administrative Law Judge will issue fidings of fact, conclusions and recommendations to the Commissioner of Natural Resources who will then issue a fmal decision, which is subject to appeal to theMinnesota Court of Appeals.

The person to contact to discuss informal dispositions of the case pursuant to part 1400.5900 or discovery procedures pursuant to parts 1400.6700 and 1400.6800 of the above described rules is Tibor M. Gallo, Assistant Attorney General, Suite 900, NCL Tower, 445 Minnesota Street, St. Paul, Minnesota 55101- 2127, telephone 612-296-0694.

All parties have the right to be represented by themselves, by legal counsel, or by a person of their choice if not otherwise prohibited as the unauthorized practice of law.

All persons who are affected by the project will have an opportunity to testify and introduce exhibits, whether parties or not.

If non-public data is submitted into evidence, it may become public unless a party objects and asks for relief under Minn. Stat. 14.60, subd. 2.

The failure of a party to appear at the hearing may result in issues set out herein deemed proved. The possible result is that Applicant would be denied the variances he has requested that are the subject of this hearing.

/ i Environmental Quality Board

300 Centennial office Building 658 Cedar Street St. Paul MN 55155-1388


Permit No. 171 St. Paul, MN

EQB Monitor Minnesota Environmental Quality Board, 300 Centennial, 658 Cedar Street, St. Paul, MN

55155 Phone: 800-657-3794 or 612-296-2603 Fax: 612-296-3698

April 6,1998 Volume 22, No. 20

Next issuelDeadline: April 20, 1998lApril 13, 1998

EIS Scoping Period Project Title: New Willmar Municipal Aiiort Construction Description: The project will require the acquisition of land, both in fee and easement, for the construction of a 5,500 foot primary runway with full-length parallel taxiway, a 3,200 foot crosswind runway with full-length parallel taxiway and related support buildings (i.e., terminal, aircraft storage facilities, fixed base operator facilities). The proposed action will require the abandonment of approximately 3,950 feet of 60" Street SW and 1,350 feet of 1" Avenue N, the burial/removal/rerouting of approximately 5,000 feet of power lines and the filling of a small emergent wetland area approximately 1.1 acres in size. It will also be necessary to remove 5 homes occupied by 16 residents (this figure current as of February, 1997). The relocation of 1 active fanning operation located withim the Runway 31 Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR) Part 77 Final Approach surface will be necessary as well. The grain elevators penetrate this surface by approximately 20 feet. This f m i n g operation is also located within the MniDOT Land Use Safety Zone A which prohibits buildings and temporary sstructures. Public Meeting: A scoping public meeting is scheduled for April 21, 1998 at the Willmar Municipal Utilities Building which is located at 700 West Litchfield Avenue in the City of Willmar; the meeting is scheduled to begin at 7:00 p.m. preceded by an informal time of information gathering at 600 p.m. at the same location. Comments Due: Written comments on the Scoping EAW and DSD are due by May 6,1998. Please direct all comments to Mr. Bruce Peterson, Director of Planning and Development Services, City of Willmar, 333 SW 6" Street, Willmar, MN 56201. Mr. Peterson's telephone number is 320-235-83 11. If you wish to send comments via electronic media, Mr. Peterson's facsimile machine number is 320-235-4917. Document Availability: The Scoping EAW and DSD document is available for review at the Willmar City Office Building. Copies of the document are also available upon written request.

AUAR Amendment The City of Maple Grove proposes to add approximately 23.3 acres to the 1867 acre Gravel Mining Area AUAR area. The location of the proposed addition is located approximately 500 feet south of the intersection of Zachary Lane and 89" Avenue North. The reason for the amendment is that the City has received a proposal for the development of ofiice/warehouse/parcel distribution facility to be located partly within and outside of the Gravel Mining AUAR Area. An amendment has been prepared and distributed in accordance with EQB rules. For further information contact: Bob Waibel, City Planner, City of Maple Grove, 9401 Fembrook Lane, PO Box 1180, Maple Grove, MN 5531 1-6180; 612-494-6000.

Environmental Assessment Worksheets-Comments Due May 6,

Project Title: City of Greenfield Water Supply and Wastewater Treatment Facilities Description: The City of Greenfield, Hennepin County, is proposing to construct new wastewater trektment and water supply facilities in order to serve a proposed 265 acre CommercialiIndustrial Park. ~ h c facilities include a mechanical wastewater treatment facility with an ultimate capacity of 200,000 gallons per day, sanitary sewer mains, a lift station, elevated water storage, supply wells, and watermains. The wastewater treatment facility will discharge its effluent to the Crow River. RGU: Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Contact Person: Hans C. Walter-Peterson, Project Manager, Environmental Planning and Review Office, 520 Lafayette Road, St. Paul, MN 55155; 612-297-8236.

Project Title: Metropolitan Council Environmental Services Chaska Interceptor Description: The Metropolitan Council Environmental Services proposes to construct a lift station and double-barrel forcemain to convey wastewater from the city of ~ h a s k a to an existing forcemain located at State Trunk Highway 169 just southwest of the city of Shakopee. The project, will be constructed by open trench excavation, and will include an open-trench crossing of the Minnesota River. RGU: Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Contact Person: Eric Kilberg, Project Manager, Environmental Planning and Review Office, 520 Lafayette Road, St. Paul, MN 55155; 612-296-8643.


Bridge View Addition, Sherbume County, March 10,1998 (October 20, 1997)

TH 13 in the City of Savage, Mn/DOT, March 23,1998 (January 12, 1998 )

Oglebay Norton Industrial Sands, Scott County, March 25,1998 (October 6, 1997)

Seagate Technology Facility, City of Shakopee, March 17,1998 (January 26,1998)


Eugene Gazelka Subdivision, Clear Lake, St. Louis County Opus Colporate Center Development, City of Minnetonka Production Health Associates, Inc. Hog Feedlot, Holly Township, Murray County, MPCA

Notice of Release of Geneticallv Engineered Or

I herbicide tolerance 98-NO-029 I Monsanto 1 Corn I Altered nitrogen

File Number 98-NO-019 98-NO-020 98-NO-02 1 98-NO-022 98-NO-023 98-NO-024 98-NO-025 98-NO-026 98-NO-027 98-NO-028

I metabolism 98.NO-030 I DeKalb 1 Corn I Insect resistance,

I herbicide tolerance 98-NO-03 1 / DeKalb / Corn I Insect resistance,

Company Monsanto Monsanto Lnnagrain Calgene Calgene Calgene Calgene Monsanto AgrEvo AgrEvo

( herbicide tolerance 98-NO-032 I AgrEvo 1 Corn I Insect resistance,

herbicide tolerance

" Crop Corn Sugarbeet Corn Rapeseed Rapeseed Rapeseed Rapeseed Sugarbeet Rapeseed Corn

I I I 98-NO-033 I Monsanto I Potato I Insect and virus

D

Project Antibody production Herbicide tolerance Herbicide tolerance Yield improvement Modified oil content Herbicide tolerance Modified oil content Herbicide tolerance Male sterility Insect resistance,

1 resistance 98-NO-034 I Monsanto I Wheat I Disease resistance 98-NO-035 I DeKalb I Corn I Herbicide tolerance

I I I and elevated I methionine 98-NO-036 I NC+ Hybrids I Corn I Insect resistance and

I I I 98-NO-037 I Monsanto I Potato I Insect and virus

I I resistance

I

98-NO-038 I Pioneer lnsoct resistance 98-NO-039 Inscct resistance and

Monsanto Rapeseed I lerbicide rolerancc

98-NO-042 DeKalb Corn Herbicide tolerance and altered carbohydrate profile

,anisms County Goodhue, Rice Wilkin, Norman Kandiyohi (3)

1 Pennington (9) 1 Pennington (9) - I Pennington (9)

Pennington (9) Clay, Norman Roseau, Polk Sherbume, Brown, Sibley, Redwood Goodhue

Renville

Renville

Blue Earth, Redwood, Goodhue, Kandiyohi Polk

Cottonwood, Jackson, Kandiyobi, LacQuiParle, LeSueur, Mower, Pope, Nicollet, Nobles, Redwood, Renville, Stevens, Watonwan

Lake of the Woods (2), Polk, Freeborn,

Goodhue

Notice of Application for Special Local Need Registration Pursuant to Minnesota Statute 18B.27 and Parts 1505.0880 - 1505.0930, the M i e s o t a Department of Agriculture (MDA) is certified to issue Special Local Need (SLN) registrations. The MDA has received a SLN application for the following:

98-NO-043

98-NO-044

98-NO-045

Product: Aquathol Herbicide Applicant: Elf Atochem North America, Inc., 2000 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103-3222 Project Location: Any area of Minnesota where aquatic weed control occurs. Project Description: This SLN registration would allow the use of an improved formulation of Aquathol foiaquatic weed control.

Product: Alamo Fungicide Applicant: Novartis Crop Protection, Inc., PO Box 18300, Greensboro, NC 27419 Project Location: Any area of Minnesota where elm trees are grown. Project Description: This SLN registration would allow the use of an increased rate of Alamo fungicide on elm trees for the control of dutch elm disease.

Monsanto

AgrEvo

Monsanto

Product: Tilt Fungicide Applicant: Novartis Crop Protection, Inc., PO Box 18300, Greensboro, NC 27419 Project Location: Any area ofMinnesota where wheat is grown. Project Description: This SLN registration would allow the use of Tilt Fungicide for a heading time application to wheat for the control of leaf and glurne blotch diseases.

The above notices are published by the MDA. The department is not considering holding public hearings on the proposed SLN registration.

Corn

Corn

Corn

Comments can be submitted to and additional information obtained from: John C. Sierk, Pesticide Regulatory Consultant, M i e s o t a Department of Agriculture, Agronomy and Plant Protection Division, 90 West Plato Boulevard, St. Paul, MN 55107-2094.

Public Meeting Notice - Minnesota Forest Resources Council The Minnesota Forest Resowces Council will meet at the Earle Brown Continuing Education Center in St. Paul on Thursdy, April 16L fiom 9:30 a.m. until approximately 4:00 p.m. For more information, contact the Council's offices at 612-603-0108.

Photosynthesis enhancement Insect resistance and herbicide tolerance Altered carbohydrate metabolism

Minnesota Forest Resources Council Landscape Committee Meeting Notice

Goodhue

Rock, Isanti, Redwood, Meeker Goodhue

The ~ inneso ta Forest Resources Council Landscape Committee will meet Monday, April 13, 1998 at 10:OO a.m. in the Natural Resources Research Institute, Room 301; 5013 Miller Trunk Highway, Duluth, Minnesota 5581 1. The committee will be reviewing feedback fiom March 5" regional committee meeting and looking at alternative ways to organize the regional committee. For further information, please contact Dave Miller, Landscape Coordinator, Natural Resources Research Institute, 5013 Miller Trunk Highway, Duluth MN 5581 1; 218-720-4256.

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EIS Scoping Notices-Comments due by May 20,1998

Project Title: 1000 Nicollet Phase 11 Description: 1000 Nicollet Phase I1 Project will consist of 1,250,000 gross square feet of a primarily office development on the south half of the 1000 Nicollet block, Minneapolis, Minnesota. The EIS will address trafic and air quality impacts, and impacts on microwave transmissions, shadows, and wind levels. The EIS will consider a no build alternative and two heating and cooling alternatives. A scoping EAW and

, draft scoping decision document are now available for review. RGU: City of Minneapolis Contact Person: Geoffrey Batzel, City Planner, Planning Department, City of Minneapolis, Room 210, City Hall, 350 South 5" Street, Minneapolis, MN 55415-1385; 612-673-2495. Public Comment Meeting: The public scoping meeting wlll be at 730 p.m., May 12,1998 in Room 132 of Minneapolis City Hall (enter on Fourth Street)

Project Title: Wispark-City of Shoreview Description: Mixed-use development proposed for the southeast quadrant of I-35W and County Road J in the City of Shoreview. The 228-acre project site will include approximately 115 acres for business park, office and commercial uses, 38 acres for medium density residential use and 51 acres for wetlands, ponds and scenic easements. A total of 1,363,000 gross square feet of commercial and industrial land use is proposed, together with 272 attached residential uses. Construction is planned to start in the spring of 1999. A Scoping Environmental Assessment Worksheet and Draft Scoping Decision are available for review. RGU: City of Shoreview Contact Person: Tom Simonson, Assistant City Manager, City of Shoreview, 4600 North Victoria Street, Shoreview, MN 55126; 612-490-4612. Public Comment Meeting: A public meeting to discuss the scope of the EIS will be held on Tuesday. May 12, 1998 from 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. at the Shoreview City Hall.

EIS Preparation Notice Project Title: Expansion of Flying Cloud Airport Description: A joint federal and state EIS will be prepared by the Metropolitan Airports Commission and the Federal Aviation Administration for a proposed expansion of Flying Cloud Airport. Five alternatives will be studied in the EIS-four expansion alternatives and the no action alternative. Each expansion alternative would extend Runway 91127R 300 feet to the west for a fmal length of 3,900 feet, and acquire land for additional hangars, access road, navigational aids and expanded state safety zones. Two expansion alternatives would extend Runway 9Rl27L 1,100 feet to the west for an effective runway length of 4,800 feet. The other two expansion alternatives would shift Runway 9R127L 120 feet to the west and then exiend it 1,220 feet to the west for a final length of 5,000 feet which would provide an effective nmway length of 5,000 feet for all landings and departures. Also, two of the four expansion alternatives would retain the current aircraft weight limit of 20,000 pounds, and the other two would have a weight limit of 30,000 pounds. Issues and impacts requiring detailed analysis in the EIS include: noise sensitivity analyses; MAC Ordinance 51 alternatives; compatible land use; social, economic and community impacts; benefit cost analyses; induced socioeconomic impacts; air quality; surface ground water quality; wetlands; U.S. DOT Section 4(f) impacts; historic, architectural, archeological and cultural resources; biotic cokmunities; bird-aircraft hazards; threatened, endangered and special concern plant and animal species; visual impacts and light emissions. Contact Persons: Mark Ryan, Metropolitan Airports Commission, 6040 28" Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55450 or Glen Orcutt, Program Manager, Federal Aviation Administration, Airports District Office, 6020 28'Avenue South, Room 102, Minneapolis, MN 55450. Contact Mark Ryan at 612-726-8129 and Glen Orcutt at 612-713-4354.

Notice of Final EIS Availability Project Title: T.H. 371 New Construction (Brainerd Bypass)-Tier 2 Description: The Tier 2 Final EIS describes and evaluates the preferred alternative decision that will result in the design of a final layout for a new Trunk Highway 371 segment beginning approximately 0.5 miles north of the entrance to Crow Wing State Park and extending north/northeast approximately 6.5 miles to the existing intersection of TH371 and TH 210 in the City of Baxter, Minnesota. The EIS for this project is being developed as a two-tiered process. Based on the fmal Tier 1 EIS, a Record of Decision was issued on April 12, 1995 by the Federal Highway Administration documenting the selection of a preferred location for TH 371. The Tier 2 draft EIS examined the preferred location alternative in greater detail. It is composed of a series of attachments to the fmal Tier 1 EIS along with a full analysis of the location impacts for the South Extension. The South Extension was not included in the fmal Tier 1 EIS. The South Extension segment extends south fiom a point 335 meters south of the existing intersection of Arielle Drivelwetherbee Road with TH 371 in Crow Wing Township to existing four-lane section of TH 371 approximately 220 meters south of Anthony Road. Comment Period: Comments regarding the adequacy of the fmal EIS will be received through Monday, May 20, 1998 and may be directed to the contact person. Contact Person: Curt Eastlund, Project Manager, Minnesota Department of Transportation, District 3, 1991 Industrial Park Road, Baxter, MN 56401; 218-828-2482.

Environmental Assessment Worksheets-Comments due by May 20,1998

Project Title: Block E Development-Minneapolis Description: The proposed development consists of the acquisition and redevelopment of a 2.5 acre city block known as Block E in downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota, which is bounded by Seventh Street, Hennepin Avenue, Sixth Street and First Avenue North. The development includes a 544 stall public parking garage, a three level 250-265,000 square foot entertainment, restaurant and entertainment retail complex and a 240 to 350 room or suite hotel.

RGU: City of Minneapolis I' Contact Person: Geoffi-ey Batzel, City Planner, 210 City Hall, 350 South 5'h Street, Minneapolis, MN

55415; 612-673-2495. Public Comment Meeting: Room 132, Mieapot i s City Hall, at 8:00 p.m., May 12, 1998 (enter on 4& Street)

Project Title: Decathlon Club and Hotel Project Description: The proposed Decathlon Club and Hotel project will be completed in three phases. It will consist of the existing buildingifacility (1 11,500 square feet), 466,862 square feet of new hotel development, a 12,600 square foot banquet facility, and will be supported by 1,604 parking spaces includimg a nine-level, 1,322 parking stall facility. RGU: City of Bloomington Contact Person: Clark Arneson, Planning Manager, 2215 West Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington, MN 55431; 612-948-8921.

Project Title: Ceridian Corporate Headquarters Decription: The proposed Ceridian Corporate Headquarters consists of a five-level, 207,000 square foot office building supported by a four-level parking structure containing 600 parking spaces. Included in the project are interior drives and pedestrian walkway. The project is designed with the goal of preserving and accentuating natural amenities and resources. RGU: City of Bloomington Contact Person: ~ l a r k ~ r n e s o n , Planning Manager, 2215 West Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington, MN 5543 1; 612-948-8921.

Project Title: T.H. 23 Frontage Road Extension-East of St. Cloud Description: The EAW concerns the assessment of concepts under consideration by Benton County and Miden Township to extend and connect existing fiontage roads along T.H. 23, fiom C.S.A.H. 1 to old T.H. 95. The purpose of the project is to provide for a continuous fiontage road system along T.H. 23. Benton County intends to file an Official Map pursuant to Minnesota Statute 394.361. This map will specifically identify the preferred location for future fiontage road extensions. No detailed engineering or design work is planned at this time. RGU: Benton County Contact Person: Scott Mareck, Planner/GIS Operator, 1040 County Road 4, St. Cloud, MN 56303; 320- 252-7568.

Project Title: The Fairways Golf Course Description: F a h a y s Inc. proposes to construct an 18 hole golf course with 105 homes scattered throughout the golf course. The site is in Section 34 and 35 of Minden Township, Benton County. RGU: Benton County Contact Person: George Minerich, Environmental Officer, 53 1 Dewey Street, PO Box 129, Foley, MN 56329-0129; 320-968-6254, ext. 210.

Project Title: Hills of Spring Creek Addition Description: Phased development of a 122 acre parcel of cropland to be annexed into the City of Northfield and constructed as mixed-density residential neighborhood with approximately 122 lots for single family homes, approximately 196 multifamily units and 18.27 acres of open area dedicated to parks, trails, ponds, and wetlands RGU: City of Northfield Contact Person: Kimberly Johnson, City Planner, 801 Washington Street, Northfield, MN 55057; 507- 645-3005.

Project Title: Northern States Power Red Wing Ash Disposal Facility Description: Northern States Power (NSP) is proposing an expansion of its existing refuse derived fuel ash disposal facility located south of Red Wing, MN. The facility would dispose of ash generated at the NSP

Red Wing Power Plant. The expansion would have a total capacity of 629,200 cubic yards and a projected life of 12 years. Leachate from the facility would he treated at the Red Wing Wastewater Treatment Plant. RGU: Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Contact Person: Paul Schrniechen, Project Manager, Environmental Planning and Review Office, 520 Lafayette Road, St. Paul, MN 55155; 612-296-7795.

Project Title: Apple Valley High School Football Stadium Description: The proposed Apple Valley High School Football Stadium would include home and visitor bleachers, an elevated press box, a ticket concession building, paved areas, lighting, speakers, and evergreens planted to provide screening. The facility would he constructed around an existing 400-meter paved running track and a natural M football field. RGU: Apple Valley Economic Development Authority Contact Person: John Gretz, City Administrator, 14200 Cedar Avenue, Apple Valley, MN 55124; 612- 951-2578.

Project Title: Annandale Rock Products Inc, Gravel Mine D@cription: A gravel mining operation planned for 95 acres in the Northeast Quarter of Section 22, Southside Township, Wright County, Minnesota. The operation involves the mining and crushimg of gravel. The site presently consists of 88+ acres of cropland and 6+ acres of wetlands. RGU: Wright County Contact Person: Chuck Davis, Environmental Health Officer, 10 NW Second Street, Buffalo, MN 553 13; 612-682-3900.

EIS Need Decision The responsible governmental units noted below have determined the following projects do not require preparation of an EIS. The dates given are, respectively, the date of the determination and the date the EAW notice was published in the EQB ~ o n i t o i .

New Saint Paul Rivercentre Arena, City of Saint Paul, April 8, 1998 (February 23, 1998)

Pleasure Creek - 99"' Avenue and Cloverleaf Parkway, City of Blaine, April 2, 1998

Flagship Pork Partner, LLP, Blue Earth County, Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, March 31,1998 (January 26, 1998)

Thief River Falls Bypass (Pemington CSAH 16, Pemington County, March 31, 1998 (February 23, 1998)

Scott CSAH 27 - CSAH 42 to CSAH 16, Scott County, March 24, 1998 (December 29,1997)

The Village, Lino Lakes, March 23, 1998 (January 26, 1998)

St. Louis County Regional Landfill Expansion, St. Louis County, Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, April 3,1998 (February 9, 1998)


Superior Services Transfer Station, Haven Township, Sherburne County, MPCA Pig Development Systems, LLC hog farrowing facility, Belfast Township, Murray County, MPCA Estrem F m s Feedlot Expansion, Northfield Township, Rice County, MPCA Crow River Subdivision, Rockford, City of Rockford

Transgenic Insect Resistant and Herbicide Tolerant Corn - ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ o m r n e n t Period USDAIAPHIS has announced that AgrEvo USA Co. of Wilmington, DE has petitioned for a determination of nonregulated status for corn designated as transformation event CBH-351, which has been genetically engineered for European corn borer resistance and tolerance to the herbicide glufosinate. The USDA comment period ends on April 24, 1998. Comments will be accepted by MDA through April 30, 1998. For additional information contact Mary Hanks (MDA) at 612-0296-1277.

Notifications of Geneticallv Engineered Organisms

I I I I 98-NO-046 I AgrEvo I Sugarbeet I Herbicide I Polk

- - File Number

I Tolerance

Company

98-NO-048 98-NO-049

Corn

Corn

County Crop

98-NO-047

I tolerance

tolerance Insect resistance I Steele. Chi~oewa.

Project

Corn Novatis

Novatis Dekalb

and herbicide tolerance

98-NO-057

Herbicide tolerance and male

Growth on defmed synthetic medium

Corn Corn

Corn Dekalb

right (2):i[e11ok Medicine, Renville, Meeker, Redwood, Pipestone, Laq Qui Parle Goodhue

Goodhue, Rice, Dakota, Mower,

Insect resistance Altered trytophan

Altered methionine level and herbicide

Faribault Goodhue Renville

Renville

98-NO-060 Monsanto Potato sterility Insect resistance Lake of the

Woods, Polk, Freeborn

Department of Natural Resources - Notice of Intent to Apply Herbicides to State Forest Lands

98-NO-068

98-NO-069

98-NO-070

98-NO-071

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources -Division of Forest~y is planning for the aerial application of herbicides on 96 state land sites totaling 2167 acres. This project will be carried out during the months of May, July and August of 1998. The purpose is to prepare sites for tree planting and to release trees *om competing vegetation.

To accomplish these objectives, the following herbicides will be used in the listed counties:

UofMN

UofMN

Monsanto

Novartis

Beltrami - 2 sites, 160 acres, Accord & Oust. Cook - 1 site, 40 acres, Accord. Crow Wing - 1 site, 20 acres, Accord. Itasca - 4 sites, 70 acres, Accord & Accord/Oust. Koochiching - 5 sites, 84 acres, Accord, AccordOust & Velpar L. Lake Lake of the Woods - 5 sites, 119 acres, Accord. Roseau - 6 sites, 78 acres, Accord. St. Louis - 70 sites, 1531 acres, Accord, AccordOust, Oust & Velpar L.

- 2 sites, 65 aces, Accord

Corn

Corn

Sugarbeet

Corn

For further information regarding this project, contact Gerald Hecht, MN DNR-Forestry, 413 13" St SE, Grand Rapids, MN 55744.

Modified oil content Modified oil content Herbicide tolerance Insect resistance

Ramsey

Ramsey

Polk (2), Swift

Goodhue

,' EQB Public Information Meeting on Draft Site Permit for . NSP's Phase I11 103.5 MW Wind Farm

The Minnesota Environmental Quality Board will hold a public information meeting a t the Rnthton Community Center in Ruthtou, MN on (Tuesday) May 5,1998 at 7:30 p.m. to receive comments on the EQB's Draft Site Permit for Northern States Power Company's Phase I11 103.5 MW Large Wind Energy Conversion System Project. Representatives of NSP and ZondIEmon Development Corporation (the wind power developer selected to build and operate the project) will also be available to answer questions about the Phase 111 project. EQB staff will conduct the meeting, which is open to the public.

In January 1996, the EQB accepted NSP's application for a site permit that allowed them to reserve a site in Pipestone County for the Phase I11 site, as shown on the accompanying map, under the EQB's Interim Site Permit Procedures for Large W i d Energy Conversion systems. he associated transmission system will terminate at NSP's existing substation southeast of Lake Benton in Lincoln County.

b raft Site Permit Comments or Requests for Contested Case Hearing Due on May 20,1998 The EQB will accept written comments on the draft site permit or requests for a contested case hearing on the application for a site permit until May 20, 1998. Persons requesting the public hearing shall include as part of the request the issues to be addressed in the hearing and the reasons why a hearing is required to resolve those issues. Send comments or hearing requests to: Lany Hartman, EQB, 300 Centennial Bldg., 658 Cedar Street, St. Paul, MN 55155; Tel: 612-296-5089 or 1-800-657-3794 and Fax: 612-296-3698; e- mail: [email protected].

Background Information: NSP applied for a site permit for the Phase I11 project on December 29,1995. On January 29, 1996 the Chair of the EQB accepted the preliminary application. On March 9, 1996 the EQB Chair issued a preliminary draft site permit for the Phase I11 project and the EQB held a public information in Ruthton on March 28, 1996. Since then NSP has gone through the competitive bidding process for the Phase lII project, selected Zond as the wind developer for the Phase I11 project and recently entered into a contract with Zond. NSP and Zond have reapplied to the EQB for a Site Permit and will be co-permittees on the Phase I11 project. The Phase IlI wind project is being reviewed under the Wind Siting Act (Miiesota Statute, sections 116C.691 through 116C.697 and the EQB's Interim Site Permit Procedures for LWECS which were adopted by the EQB on December 21, 1995.

A copy of NSP's and Zond's application supplement has been distributed to affected landowners, township and county representatives. Copies of NSP's and Zond's application are available at the Pipestone County Offices, the Ruthton Community Center and the city office in Lake Benton. To obtain copies of the W i d Siting Act, the EQB's Interim Site Permit Procedures for Large Wind Energy Conversion Systems and the Draft Site Permit, contact the EQB at the address above.

Public Advisor: The EQB has designated John Hynes as Public Advisor, 612-296-2871, to advise citizens on how to participate in the site permit process.

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The Environmental Quality Board will meet May 21,1998 in Hearing Room 10 of the State Office Building, 100 Constitution Street, from 9:00 - Noon. Please call Andrea Glass, EQB Secretary, for more information at 612-297-1257.

I Environmental Assessment Worksheets-Comments due by June 3,1998

Project Title: Green Lake Wastewater Treatment Facility Description: The Green Lake Sanitary District, Kandiyohi County, proposes to construct a new mechanical wastewater treatment facility (WWTF) to treat the wastewater f?om the cities of Spicer and New London, and the area around Green Lake, a major recreational lake. The new WWTF would replace the District's existing stabilization pond and agricultural imgation system. The proposed project would also expand the sewage collection system to replace existing on-site and cluster treatment systems in areas adjacent to Green Lake and to serve future development. The new WWTF would discharge to the Middle Fork Crow River downstream kom Green Lake and Lake Calhoun. RGU: Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Contact Person: Craig Affeldt, Project Manager, Environmental Planning and Review Office, 520 Lafayene Road, St. Paul, M N 55155,612-296-7796.

Project Title: The Pinnacle Description: The proposed Pinnacle Office Development consists of 708,000 square feet of office space and 40,000 square feet of retail space which will be supported by a four level parking facility containing approximately 3,025 parking spaces. The office and retail space is proposed to be contained in three office buildings. RGU: City of Bloomington Contact Person: Clark Arneson, Manager, Planning and Economic Development, City of Bloomington, 2215 W. Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington, MN 55431-3096.

Project Title: SuperValu Distribution Center f Description: The proposed SuperValu Distribution Center includes 572,200 square feet of warehouse and

27,840 square feet of office development supported by 375 passenger vehicle parking stalls, 250 semi truck

stalls and loading bays, and 2.8 acres of stormwater pondiig. The project would retain about 5.9 acres of pine plantation. RGU: City of Shakopee Contact Person: Michael Leek, Community Development Director, 129 Holrnes Street South, Sbakopee, MN 55379-1376; 612-445-3650.

Project Title: Dakota CSAH 23 (Cedar Avenue) - the South Lakeville City Limits to CSAH 9 @odd Boulevard) Description: Reconstruction and widening of 7.1 km of CSAH 23; gradiig; aggregate base; bituminous surfacing; concrete curb and gutter; storm sewer; and bituminous trail. A federal EA is being substituted for the EAW form. RGU: DakOtaCOunty Contact Person: David Everds, P.E., County Engineer, Highway Department, Dakota County, 14955 Galaxie Avenue, 3dFloor, Apple Valley, MN 55124-8579; 612-891-7100.

P1;oject Title: Anoka CSAH 12 Reconstruction - CSAH 51 to TH 65 Description: The existing 2-lane segment of CSAH 12 (109* Avenue) between University Avenue and TH 65, in the City of Blaine, will be reconstructed to a 5-lane section between University and Quincy Boulevard and a four-lane divided section between Quincy Boulevard and TH 65. The total project length is approximately 2.4 kilometers (1.5 miles). RGU: Anoka County Highway Department Contact Person: Doug Fischer, Assistant County Engineer, 1440 Bunker Lake Blvd, NW, Andover, MN 55304; 612-862-4237.


' Nordic America, Douglas County, March 25, 1998 (February 9,1998)

' Bassetts Creek Bike Trail Project, Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board, January 8,1998 (November 17,1997)

' City of Elk River, Lake Orono Improvement Project, April 20,1998 (February 23,1998)

' Aitk i CSAH 40, Aitkin County, April 21,1998 (February 23,1998)

' Whitewater River Channel Restoration Project, Department of Natural Resources, April 24, 1998 (March 9,1998 )

' Minnesota Trunk Highway 169 in Mille Lacs County, MnlDOT, April 24,1998 (December 29,1998~)

Minnesota Trunk Highway 12-Cokato to Montrose, MnlDOT, April 24,1998 (January 12,1998)

Ulschmid Agricultural Irrigation Project, Department of Natural Resources, April 10, 1998 (March 9, 1998)

Eagles Landing, Sherbume County, April 7, 1998 (January 26,1998)

' Bald Eagle Indusnial Park, City of Hugo, April 9, 1998 (February 23, 1998)

Petition Filed The following petltlon has been filed with the EQB requesting preparation of an EAW. The EQB has assigned the indicated unit of government to review this petition and decide on the need for an EAW.

Dahlke Hog Finishing Feedlot, Sibley County, MPCA Eagan Aquatic Center, City of Eagan


Fox Den Farms Hog Feedlot, Rice County, April 14, 1998 - EAW denied

Opus Corporate Center, City of Minnetonka, April 13,1998 - EAW denied

~ o t i c e of Federal EA FONSI

Project Title: Construction of Runway 1ZL Holdingmeicing Pad at Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport Description: The project is the construction of a holdingldeicing pad at the northwest end of Runway 12:- 30R, and a nearby deicing support facility. A Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Drafi ~nvironmental Assessment @A) was distributed for review and comment on February 23, 1998. Based on the comments received and the revised EA, the FAA on April 9, 1998 issued a Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) for the project. FAA finds the project consistent with existing environmental policies and objectives as set " forth in the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) of 1969 and it will not significantly affect the

1 quality of the environment. <. . ' Contact Person: Copies of the FONSl and EA are available. Contact Glen Orcutt, Program Manager, Federal Aviation Administration, Airports District Office, 6020 28* Avenue South, Room 102, Minneapolis, MN 55450-2706; 612-7 13-4354, or Mark Ryan, Airport Planner, Metropolitan Aiiorts Commission, 6040 28* Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55450-2799; 612-726-8129.

Notifications of Genetically Engineered Organisms

Correction to Notification 98-NO-038 for Release of Genetically Engineered Corn The notification 98-NO-038 for the release of genetically engineered insect resistant corn that was published in the EQB Monitor on April 6 was incorrect. The release will occur in three counties, Clay, Blue Earth and Kandiyohi, rather than in one county, Clay as was originally published. For additional information, contact Mary Hanks at the Minnesota Department of Agriculture, 612-296-1277.


Company AgrEvo

Crop Corn

Project Herbicide tolerance and insect resistance

County Freeborn

ILi 'ON l!luJed

e6~lSOd 's'n

88E1-SSISS NM InEd 'IS 1aans n p a 3 8 S 9

au!pt!na 9 3 ~ 0 P P ~ I U ~ ~ OOE pnog h!@nb @luauruo+uz

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The Environmental'Quality Board will meet May 21,1998 in Hearing Room 10 of the State Office Building, 100 Constitution Street, from 9:00 -Noon. Please call Andrea Glass, EQB Secretary, for more information at 612-297-1257.

Guide to Minnesota Environmental Review Rules Now Available

The EQB staff has completed a revised version of the guidance document formerly called the "Guide to the Rules." This bookIet explains the most commonly used sections of the environmental review program rules and gives advice on how to implement the rules. The fmal chapter reprints the mandatory EAW, EIS, and exemptions in an easy-to-use tabular format, with notes on their application. The revision updates the guidance to be consistent with rule amendments made in 1997.

The revised guidance is now available from the EQB either as a paper copy or at the EQBiMN Planning wehsite: www.mnp1an.state.mn.u~. The website version is especially easy to use because of 'bookmarks' that jump the reader right to a selected topic without the need to scroll through the text.

To request a free paper copy please use one of the following methods: Write to: Environmental Review Program, EQB. 300 Centennial Bldg., 658 Cedar Street, St. Paul, MN 55155, E-mail: [email protected] Telephone: leave a message in the EQB voice mailbox at: 296-2603 or 1- 800-657-3794.

Final EIS Notice

Project Title: Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) 2010 Long-Term Comprehensive Plan (Dual-Track Airport Planning Process FEIS) Description: A Final Environmental Impact Statement @IS) has been jointly prepared by the Metropolitan Airports Commission and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for the preferred alternative to satisfy the air transportation needs of the region to the year 2010 with a concept plan to satisfy the air transportation needs of the region to the year 2020. This FEIS is the cuhimation of the

/ environmental analysis component of the "Dual-Track Airport Planning Process" begun in 1989. The preferred alternative, the MSP 2010 Long-Term Comprehensive Plan (LTCP) and 2020 Concept Plan, was selected by the Minnesota Legislature in April 1996. A separate document prepared by FAA, Section 4(f) Evaluation, which addresses the anticipated impacts of the MSP 2010 LTCP on historic and archaeological resources and the Minnesota National Wildlife Refuge, is also summarized in the Fmal EIS. This Final EIS is both a state and federal document; it was prepared in accordance with the Alternative Environmental Review Process approved by the EQB in March 1992 and in accordance with FAA Orders 5050.4A and 1050.1D. The EQB will make the fmal determination of EIS adequacy under Minnesota law, probably at its July 1998 meeting. Comments Due: Comments on the adequacy of the F i a l EIS are due by the close of business on June 15, 1998. Please direct comments to Jenn Unruh, MAC, 6040 28* Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55450; 612-726-8189. Document Availabilitv: The Final EIS and Section 4(fl Evaluation documents are available for review at . , the following locations: Minneapolis Public Library, 300 Nicollet Mall; 1974 Ford Parkway; Henncpin County-Augsburg Park Library, 71 00 Nicollet Ave., Richfield; Hennepin County-Oxboro Library, 8801 Portland Ave So., Bloomington; Dakota County-Westcott Library, 1340 Westcott Rd., Eagan. Copies of the Final EIS and Section 4(f) Evaluation are available on request; contact Jenn Unruh at (612) 726-8189. Fur further information about the review of EIS adequacy by the EQB, contact Jon Larsen, EQB staff at 612-296-3865.

Project Title: "Gonda Building, Mayo Foundation" Description: This project was previously referred to as the Practice Integration Project dwing the Scoping EAW. Tbe project at its completion would consist of a 21-story building with 1,500,000 square feet of floor area. It is planned to be constructed in phases, with the fust phase being 11 stories with 900,000 square feet of building area. The building would be directly attached to the existing Mayo Building on the south and through multiple skyways to the Rochester Methodist Hospital on the north. The building would

/ be used for medical practice, education and research. The site is located immediately north of the Mayo Building, south of West Center Street and the Rochester Methodist Hospital, west of 2"d Avenue SW and the Kahler Hotel and east of 3d Avenue SW. The site was previously the location of the Damon Parking Ramp. RGU: City of Rochester Written Comments: Must be submitted by Tuesday, June 2,1998, to the City of Rochester in care of Phil Wheeler, Planning Director, Rochester-Oimsted Planning Department, 2122 Campus Drive SE, Rochester, Minnesota 55904-4744. Contact Person: Jeff Ellerbusch, Planner, Rochester-Olmsted Planning Department, 2122 Campus Drive SE, Rochester, MN 55904-4744; 507-285-8232.

Notice of Amendment of an AUAR . On April 20, 1998, the Maple Grove City Council amended the fmal AUAR and Revised Environmental Analysis Document and Plan for Mitigation for the Maple Grove Gravel Mming Area by adding 23.3 acres to the AUAR area.

Environmental Assessment Worksheets-Comments due by June 17,1998

Project Title: Future Mankato Industrial Park Description: The proposed Future Mankato Industrial Park will be located on a 125-acre site that was purchased by the City of Mankato in 1996 with the intent that it will be resold to developers of light industry who are interested in locating in Mankato. The property was purchased ftom Hubbard Milling Company, and had been used by Hubbard Miliig as a research fann for livestock feed testing for approximately the past 25 years.

/ RGU: City of Mankato Contact Person: Paul Vogel, Zoning Administrator, PO Box 3368, Mankato, MN 56002-3368; 507387- 8613.

Project Title: Morris Ag-Energy Ethanol Plan Expansion Description: Morris AgEnergy Company is proposing to expand their dry mill ehtanol plant to a capacity of 17,000,000 gallons per year. The plant is located on the east side of County Road 22, about one-half mile south of the city of Morris in Stevens County. The plant expects to continue its present practice or recycling virtually all wastewater. The project air emissions are also expected to remain below regulatory thresholds for minor sources of air pollutants. RGU: Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Contact Person: Craig Affeldt, Project Manager, Environmental Planning and Review Office, 520 Lafayette Road, St. Paul, MN 55155; 612-296-7796.

Project Title: Woodview Pork Inc. Farrow to Finish Hog Operation Description: Woodview Pork Inc. proposes to build and operate a multi-site farrow-to-fmish hog hu:bandry project. New construction would account for 3,360 animal units (AU) and together all facilities would house a total of 8,863 AUS. The sites would be located in Yellow Medicine, Lyon, Redwood, and Mower Counties. All new facilities would be total confmement barns with deep under barn pits for manure storage. Manure would be removed and spread on cropland as fertilizer at least once per year. RGU. Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Contact Person: Kevin Kain, Project Manager, Environmental Planning and Review Office, 520 Lafayette Road, St. Paul, MN 55155; 612-296-7432.

Project Title: Rayfo Inc. New Manufacturing Facility, City of Coates Description: Rayfo Inc. is proposing to move its existing operations from its present facility in the city of

/ Coates to a new facility within the city of Coates. Rayfo manufactures industrial refuse containers and compactors. RGU: Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Contact Person: Kevin Kain, Project Manager, Environmental Planning and Review Office, 520 Lafayette Road, St. Paul, MN 55155; 612-296-7432.

Project Title: Big Stone County Ditch No. 2 & 2A Repair Description: It is proposed to repair Big Stone County Ditch No. 2 back to its originally constructed grade line. This repair will alter the current outlet of DNR protected wetland No. 6-1 1 W by lowering the outlet elevation. This will change the wetland type by reducing the type 3 acreage and increasing the type 2 acreage. RGU: Bia Stone Countv Board - Contact Person: Charles Gronberg, Professional Engineer, Sioux Engineering, Inc., PO Box I, Ruthton, MN 56170; 507-658-3383.

Project Title: Anoka County Road (CR) 116 Extension Description: The proposed project involves the extension of Anoka County Road 116 within the City of Ramsey west from CR 56 to County State Aid Highway 83. The project will be approximately one mile in length and will include the construction of a two-land roadway, with design and environmental considerations given for the possible future upgrade to a four-land roadway. RGU: Anoka County Board of Commissioners Contact Person: Douglas Fischer, P.E., 1440 Bunker Lake Blvd NW, Andover, MN 55304; 612-862- 4200.

Project Title: Golden Oval Eggs Expansion Description: Golden Oval Eggs is an egg-laying facility located in the city of Renville, Renville County. The facility is proposing to construct six new barns on a 30 acre parcel of land directly north of its existing facility. Each barn will have the capacity to house 127,200 chickens. The expansion will increase the total

animal population at the facility from 2,000,000 birds (20,000 animal units (AU) to 27,630 AU). Manure 6om the layers will be collected in concrete pits below the layer houses, and spread on agricultural fields as fertilizer. The public comment period for this project will end on June 19,1998 instead of June 17, 1998. RGU: Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Contact Person: Hans Walter-Peterson, Project Manager, Environmental Planning and Review Oftice, 520 Lafayette Road, St. Paul, MN 55155; 612-297-8236.

EIS Need Decision The responsible governmental units noted below have determined the following projects do not require preparation of an EIS. The dates given are, respectively, the date of the determination and the date the EAW notice was published in the EQB Monitor. . Williams Pipe L i e Sand and Gravel Mining and Processing Operation, City of Apple Valley, April

23,1998 (February 23,1998) . Oberg's Addition to Maple Shores, Crow Wing County, April 7,1998 (February 9,1998) . ' SuperValu Distribution Center, City of Hopkins, May 5, 1998 (March 23, 1998) . Whitewater River Channel Restoration Project, Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, April 27, 1998 (March 9,1998)

Petition Filed The following petition has been filed with the EQB requesting preparation of an EAW. The EQB has assigned the indicated nnit of government to review this petition and decide on the need for an EAW.

Taylor Investment Co. Project on Little P i e Island Lake, Todd County The Island Plat, Lake Ida, Douglas County County Road 110 Upgrading, Hennepin County Public Works

EAW Need Decision The noted responsible governmental unit has made the following decision on the indicated date regarding the need for an EAW in response to a citizen's petition: . Raven Ridge Subdivision, City of Rockford, April 28, 1998 -No EAW ordered . River Oaks Subdivision, City of Rockford, April 28, 1998 -No EAW ordered . Eagan Family Aquatic Facility, City of Eagan, May 5, 1998 -No EAW ordered

Notifications of Genetically Engineered Organisms For additional information, please contact Mary Hanks at the Minnesota Department of Agriculture, 612- 296-1277.

Pile Number 98-NO-073 98-NO-074

Company Mansanto DeKalb

Crop Corn Soybean

Project Insect resistance Altered Amino Acid Content

County Marshall Nicollet

i Notice of Special Local Need Registration On May 5,1998, the Minnesota Department of Agriculture issued Special Local Need (SLN) registrations for: Aquathol herbicide manufactured by Elf Atochem North America Inc., Philadelphia, PA 19103, for use of an improved formulation of Aquathol for aquatic weed control; Alamo fungicide manufactured by Novartis Crop Protection, Inc., Greensboro, NS 27419, for use of an increased rate of Alamo fungicide on elm trees for the control of dutch elm disease; and for Tilt fungicide also manufactured by Novartis Crop Protection, for use for a heading time application to wheat for the control of leaf and glume blotch diseases.

A federal or state agency, a local unit of government, or any person or groups of persons filing with the commissioner a petition that contains the signatures and addresses of 500 or more individuals of legal voting age, shall have 30 days from publication of notice in the State Register to file written objections with the commissioner regarding the issuance of the special local need registration.

Objections may be submitted to: John C. Sierk, Minnesota Department of Agriculture, Agronomy and Plant Protection Division, 90 West Plato Boulevard, St. Paul, MN 55107. Comment deadline is June 17, 1998.

Notice of Public Information Meetings on the Application of - ~

Lakehead Pipe Line Company for a Pipeline Routing Permit and Partial Exemption from Pipeline Route Selection Procedures Lakehead Pipe Line Company proposes to install four separate segment of 36-inch pipeline (outside diameter) to Lakehead's existing pipeline facilities. The new segment will total approximately 69 miles in length and would be constructed withinlor adjacent to existing multiple line rights easement through the following Minnesota counties: Kittson, Marshall, Penningtou, Red Lake and Polk.

On May 8,1998 the Minnesota Environmental Quality Board (EQB) accepted Lakehead's application for a pipeline routing permit and partial exemption from some of the Board's routing permit procedures. The EQB will hold a public information meeting in each county to provide information on the proposed project and to receive information from interested persons to assist the EQB in determining whether to grant or deny the partial exemption. The five county information meetings are scheduled for the times and places listed. Representatives from other governmental agencies may be present to discuss their oversight of the project. A more detailed explanation of the proposed project is contained in the application for partial exemption from pipeline route selection procedures, filed with the EQB. Copies of Lakehead's application, pipeline routing rules, and the draft permit will be available at the EQB public information meeting. Copies of may also be obtained by contacting the EQB.

Information Meeting Schedule:

Date Time Place

June 2 3:00 p.m. Kennedy & Donaldson Senior Citizen Center Kennedy

June 2 7:00 p.m. Pennington County Boardroom Thief River Falls

June 3 7:00 p.m. Newfolden Community Center Newfolden

June 4 2:00 p.m. Plnmmer Community Center

Basement Meeting Room Plummer

June 4 7:00 p.m. Gully Community Center Gully

In deciding whether to grant or deny the partial exemption, the EQB shall consider comments that are filed with the EQB, the record of the public information meeting, and the information in the application. Any person may file comments with the EQB stating reasons why the EQB should grant or deny the partial exemption. All comments should be submitted to the EQB by 4:30 p.m. on July 1,1998. If the EQB grants the partial exemption application, it must issue a pipeline routing permit. If the partial exemption is denied, the applicant may request that the EQB continue processing its application under full pipeline route selection procedures.

Minnesota Rules, Chapter 4415 regulates the review procedures for the routing of pipeline in Minnesota.

This map shows tho location of tha pro posed pipeline route. The expansion will follow -xisting pipeline righbof-way.

To submit comment or for more information, contact: Larry B. Hartman, Environmental Quality Board, 300 Centennial Building, 658 Cedar Street, St. Paul, MN 55155; Tel: 612-296-5089 or 1-800- 657-3794; Fax: 612-296-3698; [email protected]

If you have any questions of Lakehead, please contact Paul Norgren, Lakehead Pipelime Company, 21 West Superior Street, Duluth MN, 55802-0150; Tel: 218-725-0150; fax: 218-725-0189.

Notice of Public Hearings to be held by the Public Utilities Commission on the Need for Expansion of Lakehead Pipeline Company's Pipeline System

i Citizens are encouraged to attend public hearings concerning a proposed crude oil pipelime looping project. The time and location of the hearings are listed below:

Thief River Falls, Room 13 1, Northland Community and Technical College, 1101 Highway One East, 7:00 p.m. on June 10, 1998 and 9:00 a.m. on June 11, 1998.

Comments and questions from the public will be taken fust at both hearings, followed by testimony from f the formal parties.

The purpose of these hearings is to determine whether the expansion proposed by Lakehead Pipeline Company is needed. The proposed pipeline looping project would enter the State of Minnesota on the North DakotaiMinnesota boarder in Kittson County approximately 12 miles northwest of Donaldson, Minnesota. The ending point will be a connection to Lakehead Pipeline Company's existing pipelme near Highway 92 and Gully, M i e s o t a in Polk County. The existing pipeline system, through an interconnection with Minnesota Pipeline at Clearbrook, Minnesota, delivers approximately 75 percent of the crude petroleum refined in the State of Minnesota. The pipelme system which continues eastward from Clearbrook, Minnesota provides transportation for all crude feedstock for the only refinery in the State of Wisconsin at Superior, Wisconsin. Additionally, the pipelme system provides transportation for approximately 45 percent of the crude petroleum refmed in the Chicago, Illinois area. The balance of the petroleum moved by the pipeline system is moved to eastern Canada and other Midwestern and eastern US refmeries. The company proposes to add to its existing pipelme system in the State of Minnesota approximately 69 miles of 36-inch pipeline to increase the capacity of its system on an annual average by 166,700 barrels per day. The proposed expansion would be constructed in the following counties: Kittson, Marshall, Pennington, Red Lake and Polk. The pipeline would be coustmcted parallel andlor adjacent to the same right-of-way as the existing pipeline system

Public invited to testify. The public is invited to testify and present exhibits at the public hearings. Members of the public are urged to make their presentations in person. If they cannot, they may submit written comments prior to the close of the hearings to the state-appointed administrative law judge, Allan W. Klein, 100 Washington Square, Suite 1700, Minneapolis, MN 55401.

For more information or a copy of the Notice and Order for Hearing, which contains additional details on the hearing process, contact David Jacobson, Public Utilities Commission, 121 7" Place East, Suite 350, St. Paul, MN 55 101-2147; 612-297-4562.

Public Meeting Notice - Minnesota Forest Resources Council - The M i e s o t a Forest Resources Council will meet at Deep Portage Conservation Reserve near Hackensack, Minnesota on Wednesday, May 20, 1998 and Thursday May 21,1998. Wednesday will be a field session on timber management planning on Minnesota's public forest that begins at 10:OO a.m. and concludes at 5 0 0 p.m. The Council's business meeting will be held on Thursday, May 21,1998 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The public is invited to attend both day's meetings. For more information, contact the Council's offices at 612-603-0108.


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June 1,1998 Volume 22, No. 24

Next issuelDeadline: June 15,19981June 8, 1998

Environmental Quality Board Meeting

The Environmental Quality Board met on May 21,1998 in Hearing Room 10 of the State Office Building, and the following items were discussed/approved: approved the site permit for NSP Phase I11 Wind Project and approved the 24 member Citizen Advisory Committee on Animal Agriculture.

Draft State EIStFederal Environmental Assessment Notice

Project Title: Austin Municipal Airport-Runway Extension and Associated Development Description: The existing 4,796-foot runway would be extended 1,004 feet to the south to a final length of 5,800 feet. Also included are: the construction of associated taxiways and aprons, the installation of associated navigational aids and the relocation of the existing terminal and fixed-based-operator hangar elsewhere on the airport property. The extension would require an expanded Runway Protection Zone at the end of the runway extension which would necessitate the relocation of a segment of CSAH 3 and the acquisition of all structures, including residences, in order to eliminate obsmctions in the RPZ. The Draft EIS is a joint state EISiFederal Enviro~nental Assessment. Public Meeting: A public information meeting and hearing will be held Wednesday, June 24, 1998, at 5:30 p.m. at Austin City Hall, 500 Fourth Avenue NE, Austin, MN. Comments Due: Comments are due by July 8, 1998. Please direct all comments and inquiries to Jon Erichson, Director of Public Works, City of Austin, 500 Fourth Avenue NE, Austin, MN 55912; 507-437-9950. Document Availability: The Draft EIS is available for review at Austin City Hall and at Austin Public Library, 323 Fourth Avenue NE, Austin, MN. Copies are also available on request, contact Jon Erichson at 507-437-9950.

Environmental Assessment Worksheets-Comments due by July 1, 1998

Project Title: Farmers Isowean Inc, Hog Feedlot Project Description: Farmers Isowean Inc. proposes to build and operate a total confinement hog farrowing facility in Watonwan County that would supply nursery and f ~ s h i n g sites owned by Farmers Isowean shareholders in the surrounding area. Some of the fmishing facilities would require new construction to accommodate the new source of hogs. Manure would he stored in deep concrete pits under the barns and spread once or twice annually on crop land as fertilizer.

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RGU: Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Contact Person: William J. Lynott, Project Manager, Environmental Planning and Review Office, 520 Lafayette j Road, St. Paul, MN 55155; 612-296-7794.


Lone Tree Dairy Feedlot, Mieso ta Pollution Control Agency, May 8, 1998 (March 9, 1998)

Charleswood PUD and Middle Creek Sanitary Sewer, City of Farmington, May 4,1998 (March 23,1998)

530 North Third Street, City of Minneapolis, May 14,1998 (March 23,1998)

Thief River Falls Reservoir Dredging Project, Red Lake Watershed District, May 14, 1998 (March 23, 1998)

Petition Filed The following petition has been fded with the EQB requesting preparation of an EAW. The EQB has assigned the indicated unit of government to review this petition and decide on the need for an EAW.

Country Hollows Subdivision, Scott County

Prairie Run Feedlot Traverse County, MPCA

Ger-Bes Enterprises Feedlot Dakota County, MPCA

Calvin Priem Feedlot Waseca County, MPCA


' The Island Plat, Douglas County - Petition denied

Eugene Gazelka Subdivision Plat, St. Louis County - Petition denied

Notifications of Genetically Engineered Organisms For additional information, please contact Mary Hanks at the Minnesota Department of Agn'culture, 612-296-1277

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Addition of Site to Notification 98-NO-004 for Release of GeneticaIly Engineered Sugarbeet Betaseed, Inc. has requested the addition of a one acre site in Clay County to the already approved notification 98- NO-004. The initial notification of the release of genetically engineered herbicide tolerant sugarbeet was published in the EQB Monitor on March 9, 1998. For additional information, contact Mary Hanks at the Minnesota Department of Agriculture, 612-296-1277.

Guide to Minnesota Environmental Review Rules Now Available

The EQB staffhas completed a revised version ofthe guidance document formerly called the "Guide to the Rules." This booklet explains the most commonly used sections of the environmental review program mles and gives advice on how to implement the mles. The fmal chapter reprints the mandatory EAW, EIS, and exemptions in an easy-to- use tabular format, with notes on their application. The revision updates the guidance to be consistent with rule a m e a e n t s made in 1997.

The revised guidance is now available kom the EQB either as a paper copy or at the E Q B N Planning website: www.mnplan.state.mn,us. The website version is especially easy to use because of 'bookmarks' that jump the reader right to a selected topic without the need to scroll through the text.

To request a free paper copy please use one of the following methods: Write to: Environmental.Review Program, EQB. 300 Centennial Bldg., 658 Cedar Street, St. Paul, MN 55155, E-mail: [email protected] Telephone: leave a message in the EQB voice mailbox at: 296-2603 or 1-800-657-3794.

Notice of Decision on Site Permit for the Northern States Power Company Phase I11 103.5- Megawatt Large Wind Energy Conversion System Project in the Minnesota Counties of Pipestone and Lincoln

On May 21, 1998, the Minnesota Environmental Quality Board designated a 8,100 acre site in Pipestone County for Northern States Power Company's Phase IlI Wind Project as shown on the accompanying site map. The MEQB Site Permit issued to Northem States Power Company and Lake Benton Power Partners 11, LLC authorizes construction of the Phase 111 103.5-Megawatt Large Wind Energy Conversion System. The Site Permit contains conditions for site preparation, construction, cleanup, restoration, operation, maintenance, abandonment, decommissioning and all other phases of the large wind energy conversion system.

The NSP Phase I11 Project will consist of 138 Z-50 750 kilowatt wind turbine generators. The Z-50 750 kW wind turbine is a three bladed, upwind, horizontal axis machine that will be installed on kee-standing 53-meter (175 foot) tubular towers. Each turbine blade is approximately 25 meters (82.5 feet) long. The rotor diameter is approximately 50 meters (165 feet) across. Each tower will be secured by a concrete foundation. Other project components include access roads, concrete foundations, pad-mounted transformers, communication facilities, underground and overhead collection limes. All of these components will be located withim Pipestone County. NSP's overhead feeder line system will cany the power delivered to the four interconnection points within the Phase 111 site to NSP's Buffalo Ridge substation in Lincoln County.

If you have any questions about this project or would like more information, please contact: Lany B. Hartman,

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Next issue/Deadline: June 29,19981June 22,1998

Environmental Assessment Worksheets-Comments due by July 15, 1998

Project Title: Freihammer Farm Development Description: The project is located in the Joint Planning Area of Sauk Rapids and Benton County. The project consists of 4 different housing projects. The most northerly 10 acres will consist of multi-family, consisting of 180 dwelling wits. The north development (City View) consists of 22.4 acres, with 71 lots to be developed. Phase 1 consists of 11 homes, to be developed in 1998. Minimum lot size consists of 13 homes, to he developed in 1998, minimum lot size would be 7800 square feet. The south development (Oak Crest), consists of 17 acres, with 48 lots. Phase 1 will occur in 1999 at the earliest. The project will be completed in phases with the completion of the development projected at 10 years. A central park consisting of 13.3 acres, will provide open space, walking trails. RGU: Benton County Contact Person: George Minerich, Environmental Officer, PO Box 129, Foley, MN 56329; 320-968-6254

Project Title: 444 Marquette Avenue Description: The 444 Marquette Avenue project consists of an approximately 690,000 gross square foot 20-stow office buildimg in downtown Minneapolis located on the south one-half of the block bounded by Fourth and Fifth Streets and the Nicollet Mall and Marquette Avenue. The project consists of general ofice areas to accommodate approximately 2,500 employees, potentially both street an skyway level retail and approximately 300 parking stalls on three to four levels both below and above grade. The building will he connected to the Minneapolis Skyway System by two existing skyways. The project is planned to be open in the fourth quarter of 2001. RGU: City of Minneapolis Contact Person: Geoffrey Batzel, City Planner, City of Minneapolis Planning Department, 350 South Fifth Street, Minneapolis, MN 5415-1385; 6 12-673-2495.

Project Title: Eagle Lake Golf Course Description: The project includes an 18 hole golf course, clubhouse, maintenance building, driving range and approximately 20 residential lake lots. The project will convert more than 80 acres of forested land to managed green space. Some clearing and grading will be necessary for building greens, tees, bunkers, fairway and a holding pond. RGU: City of F&y Lakes Contact Person: Dennis Slayton, Zoning Administrator, PO Box 125, Fifty Lakes, MN 56448; 218-763-31 13

,- Proiect Title: Trunk Hizhwav 25 Imnrovement - 0 .

I Description: Upgrading TH 25 to four lanes with left turn channelization from the I-94lTH 25 interchange south approximately 2.5 km (1.6mi.); modifying the existing full access diamond interchange, installation of traffic signals, and the construction of curb and gutter, storm sewer, turn lanes and Chelsea Road extension. The project is located in Wright County, City of Monticello. RGU: MdDOT Contact Person: Dave Solsrud, P.E., Project Manager, M f l O T , 3725 12" Street North, St. Cloud. MN 56303; 320-654-5597.

Project Title: Washburn Crosby Utility Building and Stone Arch Lofts Description: This proposal is to demolish portions of a train trestle and the Utility Building located at 623-630 Second Street South in Minneapolis and partially destroy the Washburn " B Mill and Washbum "C" Mill archaeological sites. The archeological sites, train trestle and Utility Building are listed as "contributing" structures and sites to the nationally and locally designated Saint Anthony Falls Historic District. RGU: City of Minneapolis Contact Person: Michael Orange, City Planner, Minneapolis Planning Department, Room 210 City Hall, 350 S. 5" Street, Minneapolis, MN 55415-1385; 612-673-2347.

Project Title: County Fair Marketplace Description: The project consists of a retail shopping center in an area to be annexed into the City of Hutchison on a site borded by State Trunk Highway No. 15. Existing houses and outbuildings on the site will be removed and 250,000 square feet of new retail space constructed. RGU: City of Hutchinson Contact Person: Bonnie Baumetz, 11 1 Hassen Street SE, Hutchinson, MN 55350-2522; 320-234-4203.

Project Title: Northern Plains Pork Total Confinement Hog Feedlot Project Description: Noahern Plains Pork Inc. proposes to build and operate a total contiiement hog farrowing facility in Nobles County that would supply nursery and f i i s h i g sites owned by Northern Plain Pork shareholders in the surrounding area. Some of the fmishing facilities would require new construction to accommodate the new source of hogs. At those facilities to be newly constructed, manure would be stored in deep concrete pits under the barns and spread once or twice annually on cropland as fertilizer. RGU: Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Contact Person: Bill Lynott, Project Manager, Environmental Planning and Review Office, 520 Lafayette Road, St. Paul, MN 55155; 612-296-7794.


Bassetts's Creek Bike Trail, Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board

' Estrem Farms Feedlot Expansion Project, Minnesota Pollution Control Agency

' Far-Gaze Farms Hog Feedlot, Rice County


' Eagan Family Aquatic Facility, City of Eagan, Petition Denied

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Negative Declaration on the Ceridian Corporation The City of Bloomington as the responsible governmental unit found that an EIS was not needed for the Ceridian Corporate Headquarters in the Airport South District. The Bloomington City Council approved a resolution of negative declaration on the Environmental Assessment Worksheet. The negative declaration resolution was approved by the Bloomington City Council on Monday, June 1,1998. Minnesota Rules 4410.1700 subp. 5 requires the City to distribute the decision within five days of approval to all persons on EAW distribution list.

Negative Declaration on Maria Country Estates in Silver Creek Township Chuck Davis, Environmental Health Officer, said Wright County is designated as the RGU which determines whether an EIS is required for the Maria Country Estates, a proposed development in Silver Creek Township, or whether the EAW which has been completed is sufficient. Submitted for review were fmdmgs of fact, response to comments, and the criteria for making a decision. Planning and Zoning staff recommendation was not to require an EIS. Rose said in addition, the State organizations involved have recommended the same. Jude said the Board places trust in the offices of Planning &Zoning and SWCD to address concerns. Jude moved to accept the recommendation not to require and EIS for the Maria Country Estates in Silver Creek Township.

Negative Declaration on Sunrise Dairy, Freeborn County The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has approved the Fmdmgs of Fact for the Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EAW) on the proposed Sunrise Dairy, Freeborn County, which concludes that this project does not have the potential for significant environmental effects. The decision for a Negative Declaration concludes the state environmental review process under the revised Environmental Quality Board rules, Minn. R. 4410.1700, subp. 7. This project can now proceed to permitting.

Negative Declaration on Heartland Corn Products Ethanol Expansion, Sibley County The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has approved the Findings of Fact for the Environmental Assessment Worksheet on the proposed Heartland Corn Products Ethanol Expansion, Sibley County, which concludes that this project does not have the potential for significant environmental effects. The decision for a Negative Declaration concludes the state environmental review process under the revised Environmental Quality Board rules, Minn. R. 4410.1700, subp. 7. This project can now proceed to permitting.

Notifications of Genetically Engineered Organisms For additional information, please contact Mary Hanks at the Minnesota Department of Agriculture, 612-296-1277.

Notification of Application for Special Local Need Registration Pursuant to Minnesota Statute 18B.27 and Parts 1505.0880 - 1505.0930, the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) is certified to issue Special Local Need (SLN) registrations.


Company University of MN

Crop Corn

Project Premature Germination

County Ramsey

The MDA has received a SLN application £rom Dow AgroSciences, 9330 Zionsville Road, Indianapolis, IN 46268, to reduce the preharvest interval on sugarbeets £ram 105 days to 90 days following the application of Stinger herbicide. The project location would be any area of Minnesota where sugarbeets are grown. The MDA has also received a SLN application £ram BASF Corporation, Research Triangle Park, NC 27709, for the use of Clarity herbicide as a preharvest application in wheat. The project location would be any area of Minnesota where wheat is grown.

This notice is being published by the MDA. The department is not considering holding public hearings on these proposed SLN registrations. Comments can be submitted to and additional information obtained from: John C. Sierk, Minnesota Department of Agriculture, 90 West Plato Boulevard, St. Paul, MN 55107


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Next issue/Deadline: July 13, 1998lJuly 6, 1998

Public Meetings on Scope of Generic EIS on Animal Agriculture - -

Minnesotans are invited to voice their concerns about animal agriculture during a series of statewide public meetings to be held by the Environmental Quality Board in July. The purpose of the meetings is to help the EQB scope a Generic Environmental Impact Statement on Animal Agriculture. The GEIS will collect objective, scientific information allowing Minnesotans on all sides of the feedlot issue to learn the facts, express their opinions and weigh future policy options. The impact statement is intended to provide a full public examination of environmental, social and economic factors surrounding animal agriculture. The study is being conducted because of the recent debate over the livestock-raising industry. Information from the meetings will be used to shape a study on the future of animal agriculture in Minnesota.

Citizens are encouraged to attend the public meetings or submit written suggestions by July 24 for topics to be considered in the study. Send comments to the Environmental Quality Board, 658 Cedar Street, St. Paul, MN 55155 or fax them to 612-296-3698.

Tuesday, July 7 7-9:30 p.m. Rochester, Best Western Ballroom, 1517 16' St. SW Thursday, July 9 7-9:30 p.m. St. Cloud, St.Cloud Technical College Rm 1-244, 1540 Northway Dr Tuesday, July 14 7-9:30 p.m. Marshall, Southwest State University, Student Center W, 1501 State St Wednesday, July 15 7-9:30 p.m. North Mankato, South Central Technical College, Heritage Hall, 1920 Lee Blvd Monday, July 20 7-9:30 p.m. Thief River Falls, Best Western, Hwy 32 South Tuesday, July 21 7-9:30 p.m. Fergus Falls, Community College, Gymnasium, 1414 College Way

For more information about the above public meetings, please call 612-297-1257 or 800-627-3529.

Environmental Quality Board Meeting July 16,1998 The Environmental Quality Board will meet from 9:00 a.m.-Noon on Jnly 16, 1998 in the State Office Building, Hearing Room 10,100 Constitution Avenue, St. Paul, MN. For more information contact Andrea Glass, EQB secretiuy, at 612-297-1257.

Draft Revised EAW form Available for Public Comment The EQB staff has drafted a revised Environmental Assessment Worksheet form which would replace the form in current use (dated June 1990). Before fmalizing the new form, the EQB is offering the public the opporhmity to review and comment on the proposed revisions. Anyone interested in reviewing the form may request a copy fi-om

I the EQB at any of the addresses or phone numbers listed below. Comments are needed by July 30, after which the form will he fmalized and put into use. Any questions about the form may he directed to the EQB Environmental Review help lime at 6121296-8253 (but please do not use this number to request a copy of the draft form). By mail: EQB Environmental Review Program, 300 Centennial Bldg., 658 Cedar Street, St. Paul, MN 55155, by e-mail: [email protected], by telephone voice mailbox: 6121296-2603 or 1-800-657-3794, or by fax: 6121296-3698

Environmental Assessment Worksheets-Comments due by August 12,1998

Project Title: Northern Plains Dairy Description: Northern Plains Dairy proposes to build and operate a 3,500 animal unit (2,500 Jersey cows) dairy facility in Oshawa Township section 26, Nicollet County, near St. Peter. Manure solids would be separated and stored in a composting bay, and residual wastewater would be stored in an 800'x 280' lined earthen basin. All manure and wastewater would he removed and applied to cropland once annually as fertilizer. RGU: :Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Contact Person: William J. Lynott, Project Manager, Environmental Planning and Review Office, 520 Lafayette Road, St. Paul, MN 55155; 612-296-7794.

Project Title: Cottonwood County Sanitary Landfill Expansion Description: Cottonwood County proposes to construct five new, limed solid waste cells that will be permitted to hold approximately 89,200 cubic yards of additional Municipal Solid Waste within the county's existing permitted solid waste facility site. Construction of the new cells will occur on an as needed basis over a period of 13 years. The new cells will have composite limers, leachate collection systems, engineered fmal covers, and passive gas extraction systems. Closure of Cells 2 and 3 will also he completed as they reach capacity. RGU: Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Contact Person: Lynne Kolze, Project Manager, Environmental Planning and Review Office, 520 Lafayette Road, St. Paul, MN 55155; 612-282-5992.

Project Title: Lower Sioux Community Golf Course Description: Construction of an 18 hole golf course and ancillary structure on former cropland which will involve grading, excavation and revegetation. Existing natural features will be preserved and incorporated into landscape design featuring native plants. Construction planned from August 1998 to September 1999. The construction site would be located in Section 16 and 21 of Sherman Township in Redwood County. RGU: Redwood County Environmental Office Contact Person: Jon Mitchell, Redwood County Environmental Office, PO Box 130, Redwood Falls, MN 56283; 507-637-4023.

Project Title: Trott Brook Farms Planned Residential Development Description: Trott Brook Farms Planned Residential Development involves the proposed construction of 252 townhomes and 357 single-family homes on 361 acres of land in the City of ~ l k k k e r . The property currently supports a pig f m , woodlands, wetlands, cropland, and grassland. The project would affect 2.16 acres of wetland and 78 acres of woodland. RGU: City of Elk River Contact Person: Stephen Rohlf, Building and Zoning Administrator, 13065 Orono Parkway, PO Box 490, Elk River, MN 55330-0490

EIS Adequacy Notice One June 15, 1998, the City of Rochester determined that the Final Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the Mayo Foundation Gonda Building in Rochester, Minnesota was adequate. No modifications were made to the document as previously distributed. For further information contact Jeff Ellerhusch, Planner, City of Rochester, 2122 Campus Drive SE, Rochester, MN 55904-4744; 507-285-8232.


Apple Valley Economic Development Authority, Apple Valley Senior High Stadium, June 10, 1998 (April 20, 1998)

Benton County, T.H. 23 Frontage Road Extension, June 16,1998, (April 20, 1998)

City ofNorthfield, Hills of Spring Creek, June 1, 1998 (May 26, 1998)


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July 13,1998 Volume 22, No. 27

Next issuemeadline: July 27, 1998lJuly 20, 1998

Correction: the comment period for EAWs noticed in the June 29,1998 issue is July 29,1998 not August 12,1998.


Project Title: Pine Beach WWTF Upgrade Description: East Gull Lake proposes to expand an existing wastewater treatment facility by adding a third aerated pond, and equipment to meet a year round 1 mgL phosphorus effluent limit. Collection sewers will be extended to several currently unsewered areas. The EAW is available on the MPCA's Web Page at: http.llwww.pca.state.mn.uslnews/eaw/index.html#cu~ent RGU: Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Contact Person: Eric J. Kilberg, Project Manager, Environmental Planning and Review Office, 520 Lafayette Road, St. Paul, MN 55155; 612-296-8643.

Project Title: The Pullet Connection Expansion Project Description: The Pullet Connection, located in Danube, Renville County, is a supplier of replacement laying hens to large egg production facilities. The Pullet Connection currently operates three barns, and is proposing to add a fourth one. The new barn would house 127,200 pullets. Environmental review of this project is required because the MPCA has determined that it is a connected action to the expansion of the Golden Oval Eggs facility. The expansion would result in a total population of approximately 514,000 birds. Manure kom the birds would be collected in a concrete pit below the barn, and spread on agricultural fields as fertilizer. RGU: Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Contact Person: Hans Walter-Peterson. Project Manager, Environmental Planning and Review Office, 520 Lafayette Road, St. Paul, MN 55155; 612-297-8236.

Project Title: Walnut Ridge Description: Walnut Ridge will convert 157 acres of crop and grassland into 40 single family residential lots that range from 2.50 to 9.39 acres in size. The development site is currently zoned A-2 (General Agricultural District) and will be rezoned to R-1 (Single Family Residential District). The construction activities on the site will include gradlug to accomodate roads, driveways, a retention pond and residences. Each residence will have a private well and sewage treatment system. National Pollution Discharge Elimination (NPDES) Best Management Plan's @MP's) will be used during construction to minnnize soil erosion impacts. EAW can be reviewed on website: www.co.scott.mn.us.

l , RGU: Scott County Contact Person: Allen Frechette, Environmental Health Manager, 428 Holmes Street South, Room A102, Shakopee, MN 55379-1393.

Project Title: South View Subdivision Description: This project proposes 177 acres of residential development and 2.4 acres of parkland. Residential development consists of 215 single family homes. Lots range in size kom %to 3 acres. Development will occur in 9 phases. Construction of street and homes will involve some tree removal and will temporarily disturb the soil. City sewer and water service will serve the lots. Street will have curb and gutter and stormwater will discharge into 4 detention basins prior to reaching Willow Creek. RGU: Rochester Common Council Contact Person: Brent Svenby, Planner 2122 Campus Drive SE, Rochester, MN 55904; 507-285-8232.

Project Title: Bemidji High School Description: The project is for the construction of a new high school and associated physical education fields and parking. Site grading and utilities are estimated to start construction early August 1998 and be completed by December 1998. Foundation and footings construction are estimated to begin early November 1998 and progress until w h e r shutdown. The above grade construction is estimated to begin the spring of 1999 and be completed by December 2000. Construction methods used will be appropriate for the project and cause minimal manipulation of environment as the site is very level. Any wastes produced will be properly stored and disposed of. RGU: City of Bemidji Contact Person: Curt Oakes, City Planner, 317 4~ StreetNW, Bemidji, MN 56601; 218-759-3579.

Draft Revised EAW form Available for Public Comment The EQB staff has drafted a revised Environmental Assessment Worksheet form which would replace the form in current use (dated June 1990). Before fmaliizing the new form, the EQB is offering the public the opportunity to review and comment on the proposed revisions. Anyone interested in reviewing the form may request a copy from the EQB at any of the addresses or phone numbers listed below. Comments are needed by July 30, after which the form will be fmalized and put into use. Any questions about the form may be directed to the EQB Environmental Review help lime at 6121296-8253 (but please do not use this number to request a copy of the draft form). By mail: EQB Environmental Review Program, 300 Centennial Bldg., 658 Cedar Street, St. Paul, MN 55155, by e-mail: [email protected], by telephone voice mailbox: 6121296-2603 or 1-800-657-3794, or by fax: 6121296-3698


Wright County, Annandale Rock Products, June 16, 1998 (April 20,1998)

MiesotaPollution Control Agency, Rayfo Inc., July 2, 1998 (May 18, 1998)

Chaska Interceptor Sewer Project, MPCA, July 2, 1998 (April 6, 1998)

MorrisAg-Energy Company Ethanol Expansion, MPCA, July 2, 1998 (May 18,1998)


Oneka Lake drainage ditch, Rice Creek Watershed District Stony Lake Subdivision, City of New Brighton

rn Schlenner Feedlot Expansion, Wood Lake Twp., Yellow Medicine County, MPCA Roger K1emm Campground, Becker County

EAW Need Decision The noted responsible govennnental unit has made the following decision on the indicated date regard'mg the need for an EAW in response to a citizen's petition:

Seneca Foods Industrial Process Wastewater Treatment Facility, MCPA, June 25,1998 -Petition denied Fox Den Fanns Inc, Rice County, June 23, 1998 -Petition denied

Public Meeting Notice - Minnesota Forest Resources Council The Minnesota Forest Resources Council will meet at Grandview Lodge near Nisswa, Minnesota on Thursday, July 16" kom 9:30 a.m. until approximately 4:00 p.m. For more information, contact the Council's offices at 612-603-0109.

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Next issuelDeadline: August 10, 1998lAugust 3,1998


Project Title: Centewille Lake Sediment Phosphorus Inactivation Description: Application of aluminum sulfate to the hypolimetic sediments of Centewille Lake to mitigate internal phosphorus released from lake sediments. Application will include areas deeper than 5 feet. Total treatment area will be 360 acres. Treatment will occur in 1998. RGU: Rice Creek Watershed District Contact Person: Kate Drewry, Administrator, 330 Arden Plaza, 3585 Lexington Avenue North, Arden Hills, MN 55126-8056; 612-483-0634.

Project Title: Mitchell Lake Ridge Description: The proposed project is a 171 unit single family residential development on a 80-acre parcel in Sherbume County, City of Big Lake, Minnesota. The proposed development will be sewed with Municipal water, sanitary sewer, storn sewer, utilities typical of an urban setting, and public streets. RGU: City of Big Lake, MN Contact Person: Curtiis Johnson, City Admiinishator, PO Box 250, Big Lake, MN 55309; 612-263-2107.

Project Title: Reconstruction of Trunk Highway 197 (S.P. 0416-19 and 0416-24) Description: The proposed scope of the project includes reconstructing TH 197 between 1" Street SE and 3" Street NW L a one-way paired road with existing TH 197 as the northbound lanes and Midway Drive as the southbound lanes. The project also includes reconstruction of TH 197 between 1" Street SE and Roosevelt Road, signalization of the TH 197lCSAH 50 intersection, consolidation of access, stabilization of the Lake Bemidji's shoreline, stom water ponding, water quality enhancements, and a new pedestrianbicycle trail including a trail bridge over the Mississippi River. RGU: Minnesota Department of Transportation-District 2 Oftices Contact Person: Joe McKinnon, MN DOT, District 2 Headquaters, PO Box 490,3919 Highway 2 West, Bemidji, MN 56601;218-755-3855.

Project Title: Red Wing Port Authority-NSP Bulkhead Description: The Red Wing Port Authority is conducting a voluntary EAW evaluating restoration and operation of

/ the bulkhead at NSP's steam plant for public use. The project includes, but is not limited to, dredging the Little , River channel of the Mississippi River and construction of a concrete of a conrete pad for onsite storage. RGU: Red Wing Port Authority

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Project Title: Cedar Wood Estates-Residential Subdivision Description: The proposed project is a 43 lot subdivision on 174.8 acre parcel, single family residential development. Lots range in size from a m i n i of two and one-half acres, to a maximum size of 19.9 acres (see "Exhibit C'). The project is expected to be completed in one year, with the construction of the homes expected to take place over a three to five year period. There are 17 wetlands on the site which will be protected; except for three wetlands, which will be partially ffled (0.4 acres total) as part of street construction. RGU: Scott County Contact Person: Allen Frechette, Environmental Health Manager, 428 Holmes Street S, Rm A102, Shakopee, MN 55379-1393; 612-496-8177, website: www.co.scoit.mn.us

Project Title: Orchard Ridge Subdivision Description: This 160 acre project proposes approximately 15.1 acres of low density residential development, 87.2 acres of medium density residential development, 45.6 acres of commercial development or a mix of commercial- indusaial and 12 acres for parkland, storm shelters and stormwater detention. The medium density development is proposed to include a 400+ lot manufactured home park. RGU: Rochester Common Council Contact Person: Mitzi A. Baker, Planner, Rochester-Olmsted Planning Dept, 2122 Campus Drive SE, Rochester, MN 55904; 507-285-8232.

Project Title: City of Red Wing Biosolids Storage Tank Description: The City of Red W i g has purchased 149 acres of land in Featherstone Township. The City of Red Wing proposes to use the acreage for land application of biosolids and to construct a biosolids storage tank for use by the City of Red Wing only. The site is located in Section 21 of Featherstone Township in Goodhue County. No additional storage tanks are planned for the site. Recommendations in 1996 by the City of Red Wing's consultant, To!tz, K i g , Duvall & Anderson, included storage for six months worth of generation. While the storage tank would not be at capacity initially, submittab by the City indicate that future needs will create a full storage tank throughout the year. RGU: Goodue County Contact Person: Myma M. Halbach, PE, Solid Waste Administrator, PO Box 408, Red Wing, MN 55056; 612- 385-3101.


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' The Pinnacle Office Development, City of Bloomington, July 6, 1998 (May 4, 1998)

' Greenfield's Wastewater Treatment and Water Supply Facilities, MPCA, June 30,1998 (April 6,1998)

Decathalon Club & Hotel Project, City of Bloomington, July 6,1998 (April 20,1998)

' County Road (CR) 116, Anoka County, July 15, 1998 (May 18,1998)

Bayview Heights Sanitary Sewer Interceptor, MPCA, July 6, 1998 (March 23,1998)


Varsity Competition Soccer Stadium, City of Falcon Heighu Berscheit Farms-Birchdale Township, Todd County

m Eugene or Mark Malecha19M Cop., Inc. Feedlot, Dakota County Piprude Harbor Expansion on Leech Lake, Cass County


Superior Services Transfer Station, MPCA, July 9, 1998 -Petition Denied W BaSsetts Creek Trail, Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board, July 3, 1998 -Petition Denied W Oneka Lake Outlet Project, Rice Creek Watershed District, June 24,1998 -Petition Denied

Far-Gaze Farms, Rice County Planning and Zoning, June 23,1998 -Petition Denied

EIS's Available for Comment

Project Title: Iron Range Off-Highway Vehicle Recreation Area (OHVRA) Comment Period: Written comments may be submitted until September 4,1998. Description: DNR's Unit of Trails & Waterways proposes to co&truct and operate the OHVRA on a 1200 acre site k~ GilberLMN, pwuant to M.L. 1996, Chapter 407. The facility will featwe recrea:iosal trails, scrmble aieas, m& day-use and special events facilities specifically designed for use by off-road motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles, and four-wheel drive jeeps and trucks.

The Draft EIS describes the proposed project, discusses alternatives, and evaluates environmental and socioeconomic impacts. Detailed analysis is provided on how the project affects the state-listed threatened species St. Lawrence grapefern, which is located at the proposed OHVRA site.

RGU: Minnesota D e p m e n t of Natural Resources Public Meeting: A public informational meeting on the Draft EIS will be held on Wednesday, August 19, 1998, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the Gilbert City Hall Council Chambers, located at 16 Broadway South, Gilbert. Contact Person: For information on the Draft EIS, to comment in writing, or to obtain a copy, please contact William H. Johnson, EIS Project Manager, Environmental Review and Assistance Unit, OMBS, Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, 500 Lafayette Road, St. Paul, MN 55155-4010; 651-296-9229. Copy Availability: The D M invites public comment on the DEIS. A copy of the DEIS, and supporting information, is available for public review at the DNR Library, (500 Lafayette Road in St. Paul, MN), the DNR regional office headquarters building in Grand Rapids, (1201 East Highway 2), the Duluth Public Library (520 West Superior Street), Gilbert Public Library (18 North Broadway), and the DNR Eveleth Area Office (2005 Highway 37).

Request for Comments

Planned Amendment to Rules Governing Environmental Review Relating to Animal Feedlots and 'Connected Actions," Minnesota Rules, parts 4410.0200, subpart 9b, 4410.1000, subpart 4, and 4410.4300, subpart 29.

Subject of Rule Amendments. The Minnesota Environmental Quality Board requests comments on its planned amendment to certain provisions of the rules governing the state environmental review program. The Board is

*required by Minnesota Laws 1998 Regular Session, chapter 401, section 54 to "study and adopt rules ... to revise and clarify" how the concept of "connected actions" is applied to animal feedlots when determining which feedlot proposals require preparation of an Environmental Assessment Worksheet GAW) pursuant to the mandatory EAW category for animal feedlots at Minnesota Rules, part 4410.4300, subpart 29. The Board must submit to the legislature by March 1,1999 the proposed revised rules and a summary of public comments received. To meet this schedule, it is anticipated that public hearings on the proposed rule amendments will be held in December 1998 or January 1999.

~ack&onnd of Legislative Directive to Amend Rules. Since 1988 the environmental review program rules have included a definition of "connected actions," at part 4410.0200, subpart 9b, and a directive, at part 4410.1000, subpart 4, that any two or more proposals that are connected actions must be treated as one proposal when determining if an Environmental Assessment Worksheet must be prepared. Connected actions are two or more actions that are interdependent parts of a larger whole. Until recently, the connected actions rule provisions had been little used and had generated no controversy. However, the relatively recent advent of multi-site animal feedlots, particularly hog feedlots, has resulted in controversy over the application of the connected actions provisions.

Today many hog feedlot proposals divide the raising of the hogs among several sites. Typically, the hogs will be bred at a famowing site, moved for a short time to a nursery site, and then later moved to one of several finishing sites to be grown to market sue. The various sites are often owned by different farmers and may be located at considerable distances fiom each other. The Pollution Control Agency, the governmental unit assigned responsibility to prepare EAWs for animal feedlots has determined that many such multi-site feedlots meet the definition of connected actions, and thus that the number of animal units at all the sites must be added together when determining if the mandatory EAW threshold of 2,000 animal units is exceeded.

Many livestock producers have questioned whether multi-site feedlots should be considered as one project for purposes of environmental review. Objections have been especially focused on the inclusion of sites located so far fiom the other sites that no overlap in environmental effects is possible. Many believe that it is neither logical nor fair to consider such remote sites as connected actions. However, since the definition of connected actions does not require geographic proximity, the Pollution Control Agency and the Board believe that such sites must be considered as connected actions under the present rules. Thii controversy caused the 1998 legislature to pass the requirement that the Board study this matter.

Persons Affected. Amendment of the rules would likely affect some proposers of multi-site feedlots. The result would likely be that proposers who might have been required to participate in preparation of an EAW will not be required to do so. If the issue is resolved by a general revision to the connected action provisions as opposed to a revision affecting only animal feedlots, certain other project proposers may also not be required to undergo review who might otherwise have needed to. However, other than animal feedlots there have historically been very few examples of connected actions. Citizens, in particular neighbors of proposed multi-site feedlots, would likely be affected by the revision to the extent that they may need to ask for preparation of an EAW through the citizen petition process in cases where it would have been mandatory to prepare an EAW without the rule amendment.

Statutory Authority. Minnesota Statutes, section 116D.04, authorizes the Board to adopt and amend rules for conduct of the environmental review program. M i e s o t a Laws 1998 Regular Session, chapter 401, section 54

requires the Board to study and adopt rules to revise and clarify the application of the connected actions provisions to animal feedlots.

Public Comment Interested persons or groups may submit comments or information on how the rules could be amended to resolve this issue in writing until 4:30 p.m. on September 4,1998. Among the topics commenters may wish to address are: should the amendment be directed exclusively at animal feedlots or at all connected actions, and should there be a specific distance stated in the mles that limits whether two proposals are connected actions? Note: Comments received in resnonse to this notice will not necessarilv be included in the formal -

mlemaking record submitted to the administrative law judge when a proceeding to adopt rules is started. The agency is required to submit to the judge only those written comments received in response to the rules after they . . are proposed.

Rules Drafts. The Board has not yet prepared a draft of the planned rule amendments, pending input from interested persons. It is anticipated that a proposed amendment will be prepared for consideration by the Board at its September meeting, which will likely occur on September 17 or September 24. The staff expects to seek authorization kom the Board to hold rulemaking hearing on the proposed rule at that time.

Agency Contact Person. Written comments, questions and requests for more information on these planned rules should be addressed to: Gregg Downing, Environmental Quality Board, 300 Centennial Building, 658 Cedar Street, St. Paul, MN 55155; telephone: 65 1-205-4660; e-mail: [email protected].. TTY users may contact the Board through the Minnesota Relay Service at 800-627-3529. Upon request, this Request for Comments can be made available in an alternative format, such as large print, Braille, or cassette tape. To make such a request, please contact the agency contact person at the address or telephone number Sited above.

Dated: July 10,1998, Michael Sullivan, Executive Director, Environmental Quality Board

Notice of Public Information Meeting and Acceptance of Application for a Pipeline Routing Permit

Northern States Power Company, on behalf of the city of Perham in Ottertail County, has applied for a pipelme routing permit kom the Minnesota Environmental Quality Board (MEQB). Battle Lake and Henning residents are considering whether to authorize the extension of natural gas service to their communities. Should the extension be authorized, a Cinch steel pipeline approximately 9.5 miles long would be built, requiring a permit from EQB.

The proposed pipeline project would be located near Ottertail Lake in Ottertail County, Miesota. From an existing valve at the intersection of County State-Aid Highway (CSAH) 1 and Highway 78, the four inch steel pipeline would proceed south on the west side of Highway 78 to Highway 108. From the intersection at Highway 108 and Highway 78, the pipeline would proceed east on the south side of Highway 108 to CSAH 55. From the intersection of CSAH 55 and Highway 78, the pipeline would continue south along the east side of CSAH 55 to CSAH 16 and connect to two new natural gas distribution pipeline systems. The pipeline will be located completely withim existing road rights-of-way.

On July 16,1998, the EQB accepted NSP's application for a pipeline routing permit and partial exemption from some of the Board's routing procedures. The EQB will hold a public information meeting in Ottertail and in Hennhg to provide information on the proposed project and to receive information from interested people to assist the Board in determining whether to grant or deny the partial exemption.

Public Information Meeting, August 5, 1998,3:00 p.m. Ottertail City Hall, 700 p.m. Henning Community Center, 607 2nd Street

A more detailed explanation of the proposed project is contained the application filed with the EQB. Copies of NSP's application, pipeline routing mles, and the draft permit will be available at the EQB public information meetings. Copies of the application and rules may also be obtained by contacting the EQB.

In deciding whether to grant or deny the partial exemption, the EQB shall consider comments that are filed with the EQB, the record of the public information meeting, and the information in the application. Any person may file comments with the EQB stating reasons why the EQB should grant or deny the partial exemption. All comments should he submitted to the EQB by 4:30 p.m. on August 26,1998. If the EQB grants the partial exemption application it must issue a pipelme routing permit. If the partial exemption is denied, the applicant may request that the EQB continue processing its application under full pipeline route selection procedures. Minnesota Rules, Chapter 44415 regulates the review procedures for the routing of pipelines in Minnesota.

To submit comments or for more information, contact: Lany B. Hartman, Environmental Quality Board, 300 Centennial Building, 658 Cedar Street, St. Paul, MN 55155; 651-296-5089 or 1-800-657-3794; fax: 651-296-3698; [email protected]

If you have any questions of NSP, please contact James Alders, Manager of Regulatory Projects, Northern States Power Company, 414 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55401; 612-330-6732.

Notice of Public Information Meeting and Acceptance of Application for a Pipeline Routing Permit

UtiliCorp United, Inc. (UCU) proposes to construct a natural gas pipeline in Twin Lakes Township and the city of Cloquet, Carlton County, Minnesota. The 8-inch diameter steel pipeline will be approximately six miles long. It 6

will replace an existing Cinch diameter pipelme, and will increase the natural gas supply for industrial and residential customers of Northern Minnesota Utilities in Cloquet. Northern Minnesota Utilities is a division of UtiliCorp United.

The southerly part of the project will be within the existing pipeline easements, while the northerly part will be constructed along existing road rights-of-way. From the Great Lakes Gas Transmission Company town border station, located on County State-Aid Highway 61 south of T d Highway (TH) 210, the route of both the existing and proposed replacement pipelines runs northwest under 1-35, then turns north. The route crosses under TH 210, then angles west and runs north along the east side of Cologne Road to Moorhead Road. At this point, the existing pipelime continues to the north, while the replacement pipeline will run west along the north side of Moorhead Road for one mile. It will then tnrn north along Cartwright Road for two miles to Airport Road, then turn east along the south side of Airport Road for one mile.

On July 16, 1998, the Minnesota Environmental Quality Board (EQB) accepted UCU's application for a pipeline routing permit and partial exemption fiom some of the Board's routing permit procedures. The EQB will hold a public information meeting in Cloquet to provide information on the proposed project and to receive information $?om interested persons to assist the EQB in determining whether to grant or deny the partial exemption.

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A more detailed explanation of the proposed project is contained in the application filed with the EQB. Copies of UCU's application, pipeline routing rules, and the draft permit will be available at the EQB public information meeting. Copies of the application and mles may also be obtained by contacting the EQB.

In deciding whether to grant or deny the partial exemption, the EQB shall consider comments that are filed with the EQB, the record of the public information meeting, and the information in the application. Any person may file comments with the EQB stating reasons why the EQB should grant or deny the partial exemption. All comments

I should be submitted to the EQB by 430 p.m. on August 26,1998. If the EQB grants the partial exemption application it m~ issue a pipeline routing permit. If the partial ejtemprion is denied, the applicant may request that the EQB continue processing its application under full pipeline route selection procedures.

M i m o t a Rules, Chapter44415 regulates the review procedures for the routing of pipelines in Minnesota.

To submit comments or for more information, contact: Larry B. Hartman, Environmental Quality Board, 300 Centennial Building, 658 Cedar Street, St. Paul, h4N 55155; 651-296-5089 or 1-800-657-3794; fax: 651-296-3698; [email protected]

If vou have anv auestions for UCU. ~Iease contact Steve Riner. UCU Environmental Services Deoartment: 651- . . , . 423-8914; [email protected]; or Mike McLaughlin, Engineer, UtiliCorp Energy Delivery; 651-423-8904; [email protected]. Mailing address for both individuals is: UtiliCorp United, 2665-145th Sh.eet Weq P.O. Box 455, Rosemount, MN 55068.

Notice of Special Local Need Registration

On July 16, 1998, the Minnesota Department of Agriculture issued a Special Local Need (SLN) registration for the use of Clarity herbicide, manufactured by BASF Corporation, Research Triangle Park, NC 27709, for use as a preharvest application in wheat. A federal or state agency, a local unit of government, or any person or groups of persons filing with the commissioner a petition that contains the signatures and addresses of 500 or more individuals of legal voting age, shall have 30 days from publication of notice in the State Register to tile wrinen objections with the commissioner regarding the issuance of the special local need registration. Objections may be submitted to: John C. Sierk, Minnesota Department of Agriculture, Agronomy and Plant Protection Division, 90 West Plato Boulevard, St. Paul MN 55107. Comment deadline is August 27, 1998.

AUAR Revision Revision of the Fmal Alternative Urban Areawide Review for the 800 and 900 Blocks of the Nicollet Mall has been adopted by the Minneapolis City Council on June 26,1998 and approved by the Mayor on July 2,1998. Further information is available firom: J. Michael Orange, City Planner, Minneapolis Planning Department, Room 210 Minneapolis City Hall, 350 South Fifth Street, Minneapolis, MN 55415-1385; 612-673-2347; fax 612-673-2728; TDD 612-673-2157 or email [email protected]

City of Red Lake Falls Receives Grant

The City of Red Lake Falls was recently awarded a $703,000 Small Cities Development Grant from the Minnesota Department of Trade & Economic Development. The City will use this W m g to rehabilitate 30 owner-occupied homes and to construct sewer mains in the Klondiie neighborhood.




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August 10,1998 Volume 22, No. 29

Next issue/Deadline: August 24,19981August 17,1998

Environmental Assessment Worksheets-Comments due by September 9,1998

Project Title: Paul Bunyan Drive (State TrunkHighway 197) Description: The proposed improvement involves the reconstruction of TH 197 between Roosevelt Road and 3d Street NW. The segment between 1" Street SE and 31d Street NW would be constructed as a one-way paired road system with existing TH 197 as the northbound lanes, and existing Midway Drive as the southbound lanes. The

\ project also includes reconstruction of TH 197 in its current alignment between 1" Street SE and Roosevelt Road, signalization of the TH 197lCSAH 50 intersection, consolidation of access, stabilization of the Lake Bemidji shoreline, stom water ponding, water quality enhancements, and a new pedestrian/bicycle trail includig a new trail bridge over the Mississippi River. RGU: Minnesota Department of Transportation Contact Person: Joseph M c K i o n , District 2 Headquarters, 3919 Highway 2 West, Bemidji, MN 56601; 218- 755-3855.

Project Title: Smith Park Improvement Project Description: The focus of this Environmental Assessment Worksheet if the Smith Pond Improvement Project which is a part of the City of Bloomington's Smith Park Project. Smith Pond is designated as Minnesota Department ofNatural Resources Protected Water 1078P. A field delineation has resulted in identifying 6.7 acres of wetland habitat of which 6.2 acres is open water (Type 5) and 0.5 acres is emergent (Type 3). Specifically, the proposed improvements to Smith Pond are aimed at providing an improved water quality facility serving an approximate 410 acre area in Bloomington and Richfield and an enhanced pond or wetland resource as a park amenity. The proposed project site is located in the W112 of Section 2 in Township 27 North, Range 24 West in the City of Bloomington in Hennepin County as shown on Figure 1. Smith Pond is a key component of the City's storm water system. Smith Pond receives surface water runoff &om approximately 410 acres of the cities of Bloomington and Richfield. Discharge from Smith Pond is routed to Pond C on the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge and eventually to the Minnesota River. RGU: City of Bloomington Contact Person: Ms. Shelly Pederson, 2215 West Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington, MN 5543 1-3096; 612-948- 3866.

Project Title: Wayzata Academy / Description: The proposed Wayzata Academy project consists of a new college preparatory, private education

facility for students of pre-kindergarten through 12" grades. The project is located on a 22-acre parcel in Wayzata,

,' MN. If approved, the project is anticipated to commence late fall 1998. Occupancy is scheduled for July 1999 with I classes starting September of 1999. The facility will include typical school athletic fields, an indoor pool and ice

arena. RGU. City of Wayzata Contact Person: Allan Orsen, City Hall, 600 Rice Street, Wayzata, MN 55391; 612-473-0234.

Project Title: Aspen Heights Description: The proposed project is located in Livonia Township, Sherbume County, Minnesota. The project includes 37 single family residential lots on 119.02 acres of land. Lots would be a m i n i m size of 2.5 acres up to 5.59 acres. The minimum width of these lots would be 200 feet at the street or 200 feet at the building setback on cul-de-sac lots. There will be only one phase of the development. Private wells and individual on-site septic systems will be installed on each lot. RGU: Sherbume County Zoning Contact Person: Nancy Riddle, Assistant Zoning Admimistrator, 13880 Highway 10, Elk River, MN 55330; 612- 241-2900.

Project Title: Whispering Prairie Estates Description: Whispering Prairie Estates is an 83 lot single family residential development on a 250 acre parcel in Blue Hill Township, Sherbume County, MN. Minimum lot size is 2.5 acres, and will be served with public roads and utilities typical of a nual development including private wells and septic systems. RGU: Sherbume County Zoning Contact Person: Nancy Riddle, Assistant Zoning Administrator, 13880 Highway 10, Elk River, MN 55330; 612- 241-2900.

Project Title: Warpeha Second Edition Description: The current proposed phase of the project is a single family residential subdivision located on 94.6 acres and consisting of 19 lots. It is part of a larger project covering 222.6 acres with a total of 52 lots. The project exists entirely within the General Rural Zoning District of Sherbume County. Existing wetlands will be left undisturbed in the 1" phase, while construction activities will alter existing grasslandbrushland, spruce plantation, and natural woodland. Construction will involve road grading, surfacing, installation of culverts, telephone and electric utilities typical to rural residential subdivisions and home construction. RGU: Sherbume County Zoning Contact Person: Nancy Riddle, Assistant Zoning Administrator, 13880 Highway 10, Elk River, MN 55330; 612- 241-2900.

Project Title: Continental 61 Fund LLC Retail Development Highway 63 South, Rochester Description: The Continental Properties Company, Inc. General Development Plan (GDP) for a 44.35-acre retail center located on the east side of TH63 (Broadway Ave S) north of 28' Street SE projects a total gross floor area of 498,125 square feet in retail center with seven planed retail spaces and four outlots for future retail development. The immediate plan includes retrofitting major roadways to create access off TH 63, constructing new public roadways, driveways, paths and parking for vehicular and pedestrian traffic, and provides for off-site stormwater management facilities, public open space, and connections to existing developments on the south side of Rochester, MN. RGU: Rochester Olmsted Consolidated Planning Department Contact Person: Mitzi Baker or Jeff Ellerbusch, Planners, 2122 Campus Drive SE, Rochester, MN 55904; 507- 285-8232.

Project Title: New Flyer of America, St. Cloud Facility Description: New Flyer Industries of America, Inc, (New Flyer) is proposing to construct and operate a bus manufacturing facility in St. Cloud, Minnesota. The proposed facility will produce a maximum of 1,000 bus coaches per year. New Flyer's proposed manufacturing plant will be located on a 73 acre site in the St. Cloud 1-94 Business Park, approximatelyll2-mile east of the intersection of Interstate 94 and Steams County State Aid Highway (CSAH) 75. The site will have five access points, two on the north side at 60" Street South and three on

the west side at Glen Carlson Drive. Construction of the facility is planned to commence in September 1998 and be completed within ten and a halfmonths. Approximately 50.25 acres will be graded for site preparation. RGU. City of St. Cloud Contact Person: Patti Gartland, Planning Director, 400 2"d Street South, St. Cloud, MN 56301; 320-255-7218.


Fairways Golf Course and Residential Development, Benton County Board of Commissioners, July 9, 1998 (April 20,1998)

Petition Filed The fodowing petition has been filed with the EQB requesting preparation of an EAW. The EQB has assigned the indicated unit of government to review this petition and decide on the need for an EAW.

Deer Park, Coon Creek Watershed District Hovel Farms Feedlot, MPCA


W Stony Lake Estates, City of New Brighton, July 14, 1998 -Petition Denied W Superior St. Cloud Transfer Station Expansion, Haven Township, Sherbume County MPCA, July 27, 1998 -

Petition denied W Future Mankato Industrial Park, City of Mankato, July 27, 1998 -Negative Declaration

Alternative Urban Areawide Review Notice-Comments Due September 9,1998 Notice of Availability of the Draft Grand Oak Business Park Alternative Urban Areawide ReviewDraft mitigation plan. The City of Eagan has authorized the distribution of the Draft Alternative Urban Areawide Review (AUAR)IDraft Mitigation Plan document for the Grand Oak Business Park. The AUAR studies impacts and mitigation for a business park development planned for the triangular area borded by 1-94, I-35E, TH 55 and TH 149 (Dodd Road) in northeast Dakota County. Approximately 868,440 square feet of warehouse and 451,160 square feet of office space, with a total of 3,847 parking spaces are proposed on approximately 136.5 acres.

Copies of the AUAR are available for review at the following locations: City of Eagan City Hall, the Legislative Reference Library, the Environmental Conservation Library, and two Dakota County libraries: the Wescott Branch Library (located at 1340 Wescott Road in Eagan) and the Wentworth Library (located at 199 Wentworth Avenue East, in West St. Paul).

The Contact Person for the AUAR process is Mr. Thomas A. Colbert, P.E., Director of Public Works, City of Eagan, 3830 Pilot Knob Road, Eagan, MN 55122-1897. He can be contacted Monday through Friday 6om 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at 612-681-4646.

The comment period for the Grand Oak Business Park Draft AUARIDraft Mitigation Plan will be open until September 9,1998. Written comments should be submitted directly to Mr. Colbert at the City of Eagan.

EIS's Available for Comment

Project Title: THZ3 between Richmond and 1-94 Improvement Comment Period: Comments will be accepted through September 22,1998 Description: Proposal to reconstruct Trunk Highway (TH) 23 to provide four through traffic lanes, beginning 747 m (2450ft) west of TH 22 in Richmond, Cold Spring and Rockville to the existing four-lane section of TH23 near I- 94. The preferred altemative utilizes the existing alignment for most of the comdor except for two areas. The fust is in the Richmond area, where a nearby railroad right of way would be used. The second is in the Rockville area, where the preferred altemative is a bypass south of the city. RGU: MnlDOT Public Meeting: Tuesday, September 1, 1998 in Mary of the Immaculate Conception Parish Center in Rockville, MN from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. using an informal open house format. Contact Person: David Solsmd, P.E., Project Manager, MnlDOT District 3B, 3725 12"' Street North, St. Cloud, MN 56?03; 320-654-5597. Copy Availability: Copies available at public hearing.

Availability of FONSI for DNR Statewide Public Access Land Acquisition

The Trails and Waterways Unit of the M i e s o t a Department of Natural Resources announces the availability of the Findings of No Significant Impact (FONSI) for Project FW-3-L, Statewide Public Access Land Acquisition. Federal Aid in Sport Restoration funds, administered by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service(USFWS), are used to cost-share allowable activities covered by this ten-year planning document. The USFWS has prepared the FONSI for the Environmental Assessment of this project. The activity reviewed was the acquisition of land for the future development of public boat access. Copies of the FONSI are available from Kristine Lampert, Water Recreation Program Specialist, DNR-Trails and Waterways Unit, 651-296-0741.

Transgenic Insect Resistant and Herbicide Tolerant Corn- Commercial Use Exemption

AgrEvo USA Co. has requested an exemption from the Minnesota Department of Agriculture's Genetically Engineered Organism Release Permit for insect resistant and herbicide tolerant corn derived from transformation event CBH-351. This corn has been genetically modified to express the Cry9C protein encoded by a stably integrated gene of the same name derived from Bacillus thuringiensus subspecies tolworthi. The Cry9C protein is a delta endotoxin which is toxic to members of the lepidopteran insect class which includes the Enrpoean Corn Borer. Transformation event CBH-35 1 corn also enhibits tolerance to the herbicide glufosinate-ammonium via expression of the stably inserted bar gene derived from a common soil organism, Streptomyces hygroscopicus. Corn limes derived fiom this transformation event are no longer regulated under USDA/APHIS guidelimes. Under this exemption, AgrEvo USA Co. would be allowed to commercially use this insect resistant and herbicide tolerant com without further regulation. For additional information, contact Mary Hanks at the M i e s o t a Department of Agriculture, 651-296-1277.

Reclamation Projects Planned for Lakes-DNR Section of Fisheries

The DNR Section of Fisheries is planning six lake and four rearing pond reclamation projects this fall. The projects involves the application of rotenone, a federal and state registered pesticide, to remove undesirable fish followed

I with the stocking of gamefish and forage species. Endangered or threatened species are not present in any of the lakes. Specifics regarding these projects are:

Diarnond/Bluebi Lakes, Cass County. The project sites will be treated in the fall. Rotenone distribution will be done by boat and backpack sprayer. Lakewide target concentration is 150 ppb. The existing fisb community is dominated by a variety of wannwater species. Following treatment the lake will be stocked with rainbow trout. Comments or questions on this project should be addressed to Harlan Fierstine, Area Fisheries Supervisor, HCR 73, Box 172, Walker, MN 56484.

Pleasant Lake, Crow Wing County. Tbe project site will be treated in the fall. Rotenone distribution will be done by board and backpack sprayer. Lakewide target concentration is 150 ppb. The existing fisb community is dominated by a variety of warmwater species. Following treatment the lake will be stocked with rainbow trout. Comments or questions on this project should be addressed to Joe Frame, Area Fisheries Supervisor, 1601 Minnesota Drive, Brainerd, MN 56401.

Crawford Lake, Wright County. The project site will be treated in the fall. Rotenone distribution will be done by boat and backpack sprayer. Lakewide target conceutratiou is 175 ppb. The existing fish community is dominated by black bullbead that have degraded fish habitat and limited anglimg opportunity. Following treatment the lake will be stocked with walleye, bluegill, largemouth bass, yellow perch, and forage species. Comments or questions on this prdject should be addressed to Paul Diedricb, Area Fisheries Supervisor, 7372 State Highway 25 SW, Moutrose, MN 55363.

MountainlEagle Lakes, Cottonwood County. The project sites will be treated in the fall. Rotenone distribution will be done by board and backpack sprayer. Lakewide target concentration is 150 ppb. The existing fisb community is dominated by black bullhead and carp that have degraded fish habitat and limited angling opportunity. Following treatment the lake will be stocked with walleye, bluegill, largemouth bass, northern pike, yellow perch, and forage species. Comments or questions on this project should be addressed to Bob Davis, Area Fisheries Supervisor, Route 2 Box 245, Windom, MN 56101.

Mills Lake, Blue Eartb County. The project site will be treated in the fall. Rotenone distribution will be done by boat and backpack sprayer. Lakewide target concentration is 150 ppb. The existing fish community is dominated by black bullhead and carp that have degraded fish habitat and limited angling opportunity. Following treatment the lake will be stocked with bluegill, largemouth bass, northern pike, black crappie, and forage species. Comments or questions on this project should be addressed to Hugh Valiant, Area Fisheries Supervisor, PO Box 86, Waterville, MN 56096.

Rice Lake, Faribault County. The project site will be treated in the fall. Rotenone distribution will be done by boat and backpack sprayer. Lakewide target concentration is 150 ppb. The existing fish community is dominated by black bullhead and carp that have degraded fisb babitat and limited angling community. Following treatment the lake will be stocked with walleye, bluegill, largemouth bass, northern pike, yellow perch, and forage species. Comments or questions on this project should be addressed to Bob Davis, Area Fisheries Supervisor, Route 2 , Box 245, Windom, MN 56101.

Walleye rearing pond reclamations. Four ponds are proposed to be treated in the fall for the purpose of removing existing bullhead populations. This will improve the ponds for raising walleye fmgerlings for stock'mg in local fish'mg lakes. The target concentration is 150 ppb. The ponds are:

Pond Name Unnamed Unnamed

Unnamed Unnamed

DO W No: 19-173 19-256

82-027 82-038

County Dakota Dakota

Washington Washington

Legal Description T27N; R23W; S34,35 T27N; R22,23W; S6: 1, 12 T32N, WOW, S8 T31N, WOW; S18

r Comments or questions on this project should be addressed to Dave Zappetillo, Area Fisheries Supervisor, 1200

+< Warner Road, St. Paul, MN 55106. For general information about any of these projects, contact Dick Peterson, Fisheries Habitat and Development Coordinator, 500 Lafayette Road, St. Paul, MN 55155.

Wetland Conservation Act Project Application A copy of the complete application can be viewed at the LGU office listed below. Persons interested in receiving mailed notice of each project within the jurisdiction of the LGU can be put on a mailing list by contacting the LGU at the address listed below. Comments must be received at the address listed below within 30 calendar days of publication of this notice in order to be considered by the LGU when it makes its decision regardmg the replacement plan.

Applicant Name: Klein Development Inc. Description and Activity: Replacement of wetland filling in for single dwelling. project Location: T l l l ~ 4 1 Sec 18 NW114 lock 13 Lot 6 LGU: ,Rose Anderson, Lyon Soil & Water Conservation District, 1424 E College Drive, Suite 600, Marshall, MN 56258..

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August 24,1998 Volume 22, No. 30

Next issue/Deadline: September 7, 1998/August 31, 1998


The Environmental Quality Board has been rescheduled from September 17, 1998 to September 30, 1998. The meeting will begin at 9:00 a.m. in the State Office Building, Hearing Room 10, 100 Constitution Street.

Correction The following should have appeared as the abstract for the Wayzata Academy EAW, which appeared in the August 10,1998 EQB Monitor.

The proposed Wayzata Academy project consists of a pre K-12, private school and support facilities to be constructed on the former Cenacle property. The (22) acre forested parcel is prominently located withim Wayzata and is one of the remaining undeveloped sites in the City.

Environmental Assessment Worksheets-Comments due by September 23,1998

Project Title: Cottonwood Township (Village of Searles) Proposed Wastewater Treatment Facilities Description: Cottonwood Township in Brown County is proposing that a new three cell stabilization pond wastewater treatment facility and sewer collection system be constructed to service the wastewater treatment needs of the Village of Searles. The system would be designed to treat 51,000 gallons per day. The stabilization ponds are proposed to be located in Section 21 of Cottonwood Township in Brown County. The proposed facility would discharge treated wastewater to the Little Cottonwood River. RGU: M i e s o t a Pollution Control Agency Contact Person: Dave L. Johnson, Project Manager, Policy and Planning Division, Community and Areawide Programs Section, 520 Lafayette Road, St. Paul, MN 55155; 651-296-6041.

Project Title: Northfield, MN - Proposed Target Development-East TH3 near Rice County CSAH #1 Description: The project, as proposed, includes approximately 245,320 square feet of development. This is comprised of 225,320 square feet of retail development with approximately 1,200 parking stalls. Outlots containing approximately 20,000 square feet of future restaurant and free standing specialty stores make up the remaining area in the 30 acre site. RGU: City of Northfield

Contaet Person: Kimberly Johnson, City Planner, 801 Washmgton Street, Northfield, MN 55057; 507-645-3005

Project Title: East Oaks Planned Unit Development Description: East Oaks Planned Unit Development is a multiple-phased development proposed by the North Oaks Company to provide 645 residential units and approximately 109,770 square feet of commercial development distributed among 12 Development Sites that encompass a total of 780 acres in North Oaks, Minnesota. Residential development will include single-family lots, duplexes (twinhomes), and multi-family dwellings. Future market conditions will dictate the types of homes constructed, but the number of residential units will not exceed 645. Residential homes will be developed and constructed in accordance with City of North Oaks Zoning Ordinances and distributed among the 12 Development Sites. RGU: City of North Oaks Contact Person: Nancy P. Rozycki, City Clerk, 100 Village Center Drive, Suite 150, North Oaks, MN 551271; 651-484-5777.

EIS Need Decision The reqponsible governmental units noted below have determined the following projects do not require preparation of an EIS. The dates given are, respectively, the date of the determination and the date the EAW notice was published in the EQB Monitor.

' Green Lake Sanitary District Wastewater Treabnent Facility, MPCA, July 28, 1998 (May 4,1998) ' Charleswood PUD, City of Farmington, July 20,1998 (February 23,1998)

' County Fair Marketplace, City of Hutchinson, July 28,1998 (June 15,1998)

' Block E Development-Minneapolis, City of Minneapolis, August 3,1998 (April 20,1998)

' Lower Sioux Community Golf Course, Redwood County, August 3,1998 (June 29, 1998)

Petition Filed The following petition bas been filed with the EQB requesting preparation of an EAW. The EQB has assigned the indicated unit of govemment to review this petition and decide on the need for an EAW.

Piprude Harbor Expansion on Leech Lake, DNR Hot M i Asphalt Plant, Aitkim County Gravel Mining, Monticello Township, Wright County


Deer Park Development, Coon Creek Watershed District, Petition Denied Berscheit Farms, Todd County, Petition Denied

Notice of Availability for Review and Comment-Draft EIS

A Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the proposed UNIMIN Vetter Mine is available for review and comment. The DEIS addresses anticipated environmental impacts of a proposed mine located in the City of Kasota and Kasota Township in Le Sueur County, Minnesota. The project is proposed by UNIMIN Corporation. The proposed project consists of the development of an open pit mine for the extraction of silica sand from the Jordan Sandstone. The 377.5 acre site will encompass a 250 to 275 acre open pit quarry.

The DEIS examines the impact of the proposed mine on water resources, air quality, land use, wildlife, and archeological resources of the area. Other issues related to the project are also examined. The DEIS includes two volumes: Volume 1 is the text of the DEIS and Volume 2 includes copies of the supporting studies.

The Responsible Govemmental Unit for this DEIS is Le Sueur County. The County invites public review and comment on this DEIS. A copy of the DEIS and supporting documents (Vols. 1 and 2) is available for review at the Le Sueur County Planning and Zoning office in Le Sueur County Environmental Services Building located on Co. Highway 114, LeCenter, MN. Copies of Volume 1 of the DEIS are also available for review at the Minnesota Valley Regional Library, 100 E. Main, Mankato, MN., St Peter Library, 101 W. Nassau, St. Peter, MN and at Kasota City Hall, 200 N. Webster, Kasota, MN.

A public meeting to discuss the DEIS will be held on September 16, 1998 at 7:30 p.m. at the Kasota City Hall, 200 N. Webster St., Kasota, MN.

For more information on the DEIS, to comment in writing, or to obtain a copy, please contact Kathy Brockway, Le Sueur County Planning and Zoning, 88 S. Park, LeCenter, MN 56057 or call 931-5751(St. Peter area), 388- 5302(Mankato area) or 507-357-225 l(diiect).

EIS Preparation Notice for the 1000 Nicollet Phase I1 Project

The City of Minneapolis announces the preparation of an Environmental Impact Statement @IS) for the 1000 Nicollet Phase I1 Project. The proposed project is the second phase of the two-phased office development on the 1000 Block of Nicollet Mall. The Phase I development is currently under construction on the northern half of the block. The Phase I1 project will be approximately 1.25 million gross square feet (GSF) in total size. It will consist of approximately 35 stories with 1.235 million GSF of general office and support areas, a maximum of 15,000 GSF

, of retail space, and underground parking for 250 vehicles. The purpose of the project is to accommodate a) relocation of a portion of Target's office staff primarily from their current facilities in the City Center complex, b)the expansion of Target corporation offices, and c) some of Dayton Hudson corporate facilities. No public subsidies are included in the project.

The scope of the EIS will include evaluation of the Project and a "no-build" alternative in terms of the following impacts: Transportation and parkmg, transportation-related air quality, construction and traffic noise, microwave interference, buildmg height and shadows, pedestrian-level winds, capacity to accommodate project infrastructure needs in the public right-of-way, and heating and coolmg. Both alternatives will also be evaluated in terms of their conformance with applicable plans and policies. The Draft EIS is expected to be available for comment in late September. For more information or to be placed on the Project's Official Mailing List, contact J. Michael Orange; voice: 612-673-2347; facsimile: 673-2728; TDD: 673-2517; email: [email protected]

Alternative Urban Areawide Review Notice-Comments Due by September 9,1998

The City of Eagan has authorized the distribution of the Draft Alternative Urban Areawide Review (AUAR)/Draft Mitigation Plan document for the Grand Oak Business Park. The AUAR studies impacts and mitigation for a business park development planned for the triangular area bordered by 1-494, I-35E, TH 55 and TH 149 @odd Road) in northeast Dakota County. Approximately 868,440 square feet of warehouse and 451,160 square feet of office space, with a total of 3,847 parking spaces are proposed on approximately 136.5 acres.

Copies of the AUAR are available for review at the following locations: City of Eagan City Hall, the Legislative Reference Library, the Environmental Conservation Library, and two Dakota County libraries: Wescott Branch Library (Located at 1340 Wescott Road in Eagan) and the Wentworth Library (located at 199 Wentworth Avenue East, in West St. Paul).

, The contact person for the AUAR process is Mr. Thomas A. Colbert, P.E., Director of Public Works, City of Eagan, 3830 Pilot Knob Road, Eagan, MN 55122-1897. He can be contacted Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at 612-681-4646.

The comment period for the Grand Oak Business Park Draft AUARtDratI Mitigation Plan will be open until September 9,1998. Written comments should be submitted directly to Mr. Colbert at the City of Eagan.

Finding of No Significant Impact

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has completed review of a federal Environmental Assessment and on July 16, 1998 issued a Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) for the Whitewater River Channel Restoration Project located in Winona and Wabasha Counties, Minnesota. An Environmental Assessment Worksheet had previously been prepared for this project by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources under the state environmental review process, and a Negative Declaration was issued on April 24,1998. With these actions, both state and federal environmental review on the project have been completed.

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September 7,1998 Volume 22, No. 31

Next issue/Deadline: September 21, 1998lSeptember 14, 1998

Notice of Application for Variance - Comments due by September 28,1998

The Southern Minnesota Beet Sugar Cooperative is applying for variance from certain environmental review requirements under the provisions of Minn R. 4410.3100 Subp.4.

Southern Minnesota Beet Sugar Cooperative (SMBSC) proposes a five year plant modernization program. The plant modernization consists of a series of major capital improvements that are intended to expand processing capacity, improve operational efficiencies and reduce plant odors. Notice of an EAW on the plant modernization program appears in this Monitor.

Proposed Action SMBSC proposes preliminary conshuction no later than November 1 , 1998 to avoid severe economic hardship caused by weatherlclimate delay on the following limited construction activities:

1. site preparation, the foundations, underground piping, and conhol building for wastewater heatment facility; 2 . site preparation and foundations for the tower diffusers; and 3. the beet transport and washing station.

Without receiving a variance from EQB, no construction work is allowed until environmental review is complete and no governmental approval may be granted.

Anticipated Environmental Effects There are no anticipated significant environmental effects associated with the proposed construction. The variance will result in minor construction-related impacts, including increased stormwater runoff, and noise, dust, and odors incident to excavation of land and operation of construction equipment.

Reversibility if Anticipated Environmental Effects Increased stormwater is not reversible, but is minor and will be effectively managed to avoid adverse impacts

Reasons Necessitating Variance The variance is requested to allow certain weather and space sensitive construction activities - site preparation, excavation and foundation work, underground piping, and erection of a washing station - to be completed. If construction on these facilities does not begin by November 1, 1998 no work can begin until the ground thaws in the

spring of 1999, preventhgthese~facilitiesfrom-coming w line during the-1999 season. Without the variance the farmers who are Cooperative shareholders will not be able to process a major portion of the planned sugar beet crop for next season. This would-be~a majorsetback-in the-depressed Mimesota,farm economy wheresugarbeets are one of the few profitable crops. The Cooperative estimates potential losses in excess of $10,000,000 if the new facilities are not brought on line during the next season

, .. . Effect ofVariance.on Subsequent ~GovernmentApprovais-alrd Turposeof Environmental.Review The variance will not affect any government approvals or foreclose the consideration of any feasible and prudent alternatives. The Cooperative assumes the fmancial risk that constructed facilities may later need to be modified 01

abandoned due to the outcome of environmental review.

Comments should be submitted to the Environmental Quality Board by September 28, 1998. The EQB is to act on the variance request at its firstmeeting on or after October 12, 1998. Submit comments to:

Environmental Review Program Environmental Quality Board 300 Centennial Building 658 Ceilar Street Saint Paul, Minnesota 55155


The Environmental Quality Board has been rescheduled from September 17, 1998 to September 30, 1998. The meeting will begin at 9:00 a.m. in the State Office Building, Hearing Room 10, 100 Constitution Street.

Environmental Assessment Worksheets-Comments due by October 7,1998

Project Title: Reconstruction of Anoka County CSAH 17 (Lexington Avenue) from CSAH 32 (85'" AveICounty Rd J) to CSAH 23 (Lake Drive) Description: A 1.2 mile two-lane section of Lexington Avenue, Anoka County State Aid Highway (CSAH 17) will be reconstructed as a four-lane road from Anoka CSAH 32(85Ih AvenueICounty Road J) north to Annka CSAH 23 (Lake Drive North) in south central Anoka County. The reconstructed road will include two through-lanes in each d~rection, turn lanes and adjacent pedestrianhicycle trails RGU: Anoka Countv Board of Commiss~oners Contact Person: Jay McLinden, County Administrator, The Government Center, 2100 Third Avenue, Anoka, MN 55303, phone: 612-323-5770; fax 612-323-5682

Project Title: Southern Minnesota Beet Sugar Cooperative Wastewater Treatment Facility & Processing Expansion Description: Southern Minnesota Beet Sugar Cooperative is proposing to expand and modernize its facility in Renville, Minnesota in a phased approach over the next five years. The factory expansion will increase the approximate processing capacity of the factory from an average beet crop of 2,000,000 tons per year to 2,800,000 tons per year. The associated increase in acres planted in beets will increase from approxipately 100,000 to 140,000. The initial phase will include the expansion of the wastewater tr@ment facility to replace the existing pond and spray irrigation system as the main treatment facility. This will result in the creation of a new continuous discharge to County Ditch No. 37, a tributary of the West Fork Beaver Creek. The major elements of the existing pond and sprayfield will be retained to supplement operations of the new wastewater treatment facility. RGU: Minnesota Pollution Control Agency i

Contact Person: Craig Affeldt, Environmental Planner, Operations & Planning Section, 520 Lafayette Road, St. i Paul, MN 55155; 651-296-7796.

Project Title: CottonwnodTownship(Vi1lage of Sear1es)Wastewater Treatment-Facility Description: Cottonwood Township in Brown County is proposing that a new three-cell stabilization pond WWTF and sewer collection system be cmstnictedto-service thewastewater-treahnent needs o f the Village of Searles.: The stabilization ponds are proposed to be located approximately one-fourth mile northwest of the Village of Searles in Section 21, Township 109N, Range 30W of Cottonwood Township in Brown County. The proposed wastewater treatment system would discharge treated wastewater for a period each spring and fall to the Little Cottonwood

, , . .River. ~.

RGU: Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Contact Person: Dave Johnson, Project Manager, 520 Lafayette Avenue North, St. Paul, MN 55155; 651-296- 6041.

Project Title: Gold Nugget Residential Development Description: The Gold Nugget Development project proposes the development of 339 singie family units, 236 townhouses, 22 acres parkland, and 5 retail acres on 220 acres of agricultural land bounded by Trunk Highway 25, 85" Street, Edmonson Avenue, and mobile home park. This project is anticipated to be constructed in phases with completion by the year 2009. RGU: City of Monticello Contact Person: Jeff O'Neill, PO Box 1147, Monticello, MN 55362; 612-295-2711

Comment Period open until October 16,1998 for the following EAW Project Title: Dunkirk LaneICSAH 30fl-94 Interchange Area Description: The project includes reconstruction of the existing CSAH 3011.94 interchange, realignment of CSAH 30 across 1-94 at a new bridge located south of the existing interchange, and the extension of Dunkirk Lane across I- 94 at the reconstructed interchange and connection with CSAH 30 via Upland Avenue. Public Meeting: Public meeting w~ l l be held October 6, 1998 at 7:30 p.m. at the Maple Grove City Hall, and therefore the comment period will he kept open through October 16, 1998. RGU: City of Maple Grove Contact Person: Kenneth Ashfeld, City Engineer, City of Maple Grove, 9401 Femhrook Lane, Maple Grove, MN 55369-9790: 612-494-6000.


New Bemidji Highschool, City of Bemidji, August 31, 1998 (July 13, 1993)

~. . Freihmr.FamilyLimited.Partnership,.B.enton County, August4, 1998 (June 15, 1998) . ,~ . . .

Trott Brook F m s Project, City of Elk River, August 17, 1998 (June 29, 1998)

444 Marquette Project, City of Minneapolis, August 20,1998 (June 15, 1998)

Washbum Crosby Utility Building and Stone Arch Lofts, City of Minneapolis, August 20, 1998 (June 15, 1998)

Woodview Pork Inc. Farrow-to-Finish Hog Operation, Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, August 25, 1998 (May 18,1998)

Northern States Power Red W i g Ash Disposal Facility, Goodhue County, Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, August 25,1998 (April 20,1998)

' County State Aid Highway No. 12, CSAH 51 to TH 65, Anoka County Highway Department, July 14, 1998 . , (May 4, 1998)

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Petition Filed The followmg petition has been filed with the EQB requesting preparation of an EAW The EQB has assigned the indicated unit of government to review this petition and decide on the need for an EAW. rn Cory Hotovec Feedlot, MPCA

Clearv~ew Shores Addition, Jackson County Pres~dential Commons, Clty of Northfield


Michael & Crystal Dahlke Feedlot Expansion Project, Sibley County, MPCA-Petition denied

EAW Withdrawn The ~ i t f y Lakes City Council at the request of the proposer withdrew the EAW that was noticed in the June 15. 1998 Monitor, until such time as further information is available.

Wildlife Project Research The DNR Section of Wildlife Research Unit is planning wetland reclamation during October 1998. The projects involve the application of rotenone, a federal and state approved pesticide to remove undesirable fish species that impact waterfowl habitat. This project is a research effort to evaluate the impact of fish on aquatic invertebrate availability to waterfowl. Endangered or threatened species are not present at any of these sites. Specifics on each project are as follows:

DNR Wildlife Wetland Research Project, various counties. The project sites will be treated during October 1998. Rotenone distribution will be done by helicopter at all sites. Wetland concentrations are 150 pph. The treatment sites are:

. ' Commentsor questions on~thisprojectshould beaddressed trMark-Hanson;Wildlife Research Biologist, 102 23rd s StNE, Bemidji, MN 56601.

Notice of Meetings: MN Forest Resources Council Landscape Program

The following meetings will be held regarding the Landscape Program of the Minnesota Forest Resources Council:

1. Landscape Committee Meeting-September 3, 1998 from 1.00 3 : 0 0 pm; Toby's, Hinkley, MN Committee is meeting to review progress to date; review objectives for NE Regional Forest Resource Committee meeting; and discuss future plans.

2. Working Group Meetings: Community Outreach & Education, September 16,1998 from 9:00 - 12:OO am; Natural Resources Research Institute (NRRI), room 301 Landscape Coordination, September 21, 1998 from 9:30 - 4:OO; NRRI room 435

0 Assessment & Monitoring, September 30, 1998 kom 9:00 - 12:OO; NRRI room 301 3. . NE Regional Forest Resource Committee-September 29, 1998 from 10:OO - 4:OO; Dewitz Seitz Building

Canal Park, Duluth. Second meeting of the Committee to review progress to date and plan future actions.

Public Meeting Notice - MN Forest Resources Council

The Minnesota Forest Resources Council will meet at the Concordia Language Village near Bemidji, MN on Thursday, September 17, 1998 from 9:30 a.m. until approximately 4:00 p.m. For more information on the Minnesota Forest Resources Council or this upcoming meeting please call the Council office at 612-603-0109 or visit the Council's web page at http:ilwww.frc.state.mn.usl

Public Notice-Federal Environmental Assessment

The Department of the Army Corps of Engineers announces the availability of an environmental assessment for Bank Stabilization of a section of Highway TH 169 along the Minnesota River, in Belgrade Township, Nicollet County, Minnesota. We are distributing this report to concemed agencies, interest groups, and individuals. If you have any comments on the Environmental Assessment, please send them within 30 days.

The Section 404(b) ( 1 ) evaluation is being distributed as part of this report in lieu of a separate Section 404 public notice. Anyone may request a public hearing on this project. The request must be submitted in writing to the

. ,. ... . , ,. , . . , '..District Engineerwithin 15.workingdaysof-thcdate-of-this -letter:-3lle requestmustciearly~state the.interest.that the project would affect and how the project would affect that interest. All requests for a hearing and comments on the document will become an official part of the project file and will be available for public examination.

Please address all correspondence on this project to the District Engineer, St. Paul District, Corps of Engineers, Attention: Management and Evaluation Branch, 190 Fifth Street East, St. Paul, MN 55101-1638.

Public Notice-Federal Environmental Assessment

The Department of the Army Corps of Engineers announces the availability of an environmental assessment for Bank Stabilization of County State Aid Highway (CSAH) 28 along the Le Sueur River in Le Ray Township, Blue Earth County, Minnesota about 7 miles east of the city of Mankato, MN. We are distributing this report to concemed agencies, interest groups, and individuals. If you have any comments on the Environmental Assessment, please send them within 30 days.

tion 404(b) (1-)evalnation is beingdistributed as~part-ofthis~eport in lieu of a separate Section 404 public notice. Anyone may request a public hearing on this project. The request must be submitted in writing to the -District Engineer within ~15working-days-efthe-dateof thisletter;-The request must clearlystate.the,interestthat the project would affect and how the project would affect that interest. All requests for a hearing and comments on the document will become an official part of the project file and will be available for public examination.

Please address all correspondence on this project to the District Engmeer, St Paul District, Corps of Engmeers, Attention. Management and Evaluation Branch, 190 Fifth Street East, St Paul, MN 55101-1638.

A copy of the variance application or further information is available from: Glenn Augustine, Manager of Environmental Compliance, Southern Minnesota Beet Sugar Cooperative, East Highway 212, P.O. Box 500, Renville, MN 56284; Voice: (320) 329-4149, Fax: (320) 329-3252

Notice of Draft DEIA Availability Chisago Electric Transmission -

Line Project, EQB Docket # NSP-TR-4 A ~ r a & Environmental Impact Assessment on Northern States Power, Northern States Power Wisconsin, and Dairyland Power Cooperative's proposed Chisago Electric Transmission Line Project is available.

NSPIDPC have applied for a route designation and construction permit from the Environmental Quality Board for the Minnesota portion of a 230 kV transmission line and associated facilities.

,[ '. The Project. The new 38-mile 230 kV transmission line

, , would connect the Cbisago County Substation southwest of North Branch, in Lent ~ o h n s h i ~ of Chisago County, Minnesota, and the Apple River Substation in Lincoln Township, Polk County, north of Amery, Wisconsin.

The route segments for the 230 kV transmission line being considered in the Minnesota portion of the project are shown on the map below.

Comments on the DEIA are invited. Written comments may be sent to John P. Hynes at the address below. The comment period closes during the public hearing. The public hearing wlll be announced later. See below.

. . .. . . . Copies.of theDEIAaae available-for.pub1.i~-review .in.the.librar-ies-in-Lindstrom, North Branch, and Xay1ors,Falls, the Chisago County Zoning office in Center City, the Taylors Falls City office and at the EQB office in St. Paul.

Information Meetings and Public Hearings. Information meetings on the DEIA will be held on October 12 and 13. The time and location will be announced later. A public bearing conducted by an Administrated Law Judge will also be held. The date, time and place for the public hearing will be announced later, but it will not occur before October 20, 1998.

For further information contact: John P. Hynes, Project Manager or Lany Hartman, Public Advisor, (651) 296-2871, (651) 296 5089 MN Environmental Quality Board, 300 Centennial, 658 Cedar Street, St. Paul, MN 55155 fax (651) 215-1092 or 296-3698 [email protected]

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EQB finitor Minnesota Environmental Quality Board, 300 Centennial, 658 Cedar Street, St. Paul, MN 55155

Phone: 800-657-3794 or 651-296-2603 Fax: 651-296-3698

September 21,1998 Volume 22, No. 32

Next issue/Deadline: September 21, 1998lSeptember 14, 1998

Environmental Assessment Worksheets-Comments due by October 21,1998

Project Title: Avecor Cardiovascular, Inc Description: Avecor Cardiovascular has constructed a manufacturing facility in Brooklyn Park. Normally, an Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EAW) would have been prepared before the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency issued the air emission permit for the facility. The EAW was omitted from the process inerror. This EAW is to correct that oversight. Avecor Cardiovascular manufacturers medical products. These products are designed to support respiratoty functions during certain surgical or medical procedures. Air emissions from the facility are limited to less than 249 tons per year of volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Actual emissions in 1997 were 9.87 tons per year, primarily consisting of toluene. An air dispersion model indicates toluene concentrations are less than the Minnesota Department of Health's Health Risk Value. RGU: Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Contact Person: Barbara Conti, Project Manager, Metro District-Operations and Planning, 520 Lafayette Road, St. Paul, MN 55155; 651-296-6703; fax 651-296-7782.

Project Title: Julia B. Nelson House Demolition Description: The Julia B. Nelson House at 219-221 Fifth Street is located on the western fringe of Red Wig ' s eastern residential section, adjacent to the downtown commercial portion of town. The lot is devoid of landscaping. The house was built around 1880 as a boarding house and has been relatively well maintained. The two story frame building with an intersecting gable roof gives the impression of two dwellings, each consisting of a three bay front. The east leg of the T has a full front porch that is probably original. The portico covering the entry of the west leg probably replaced a similar front porch, the front porch being an important element in a nineteenth century boarding house. The building has been resided, but the general massing and use of the building as a multiple dwellingunit have remained unchanged. The small one story room on the east side and three rooms at the back are additions. RGU: City of Red Wing Contact Person: Brian Peterson, City Planner, 315 West 4Ih Street, PO Box 34, Red Wing, MN 55066; 651.385- 3617.

Project Title: Otsego Wastewater Treatment Facility and Trunks Sewer System Description: As part of the first phase of its planned wastewater treatment system, the City of Otsego proposes to construct an oxidation ditch wastewater treatment facility (WWTF) with related appurtenances. A trunk sewer system consisting of gravity sewers and forcemains will collect wastewater from various areas in the city that are largely undeveloped. The project is expected to treat 400,000 gallons per day (gpd) of wastewater from existing

and future residential and commercial/imdustriaI facilities. The trunk sewer system would be sized to accommodate { 2 million gpd.

Copies of the EAW will be posted on the MPCA web site, at the following URL: http:l/www.pca.state.mn.uslnews/eaw.index.html RGU: Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Contact Person: Eric J. Kilberg, Project Manager, Environmental Planning and Review Office, 520 Lafayette Road, St. Paul, MN 55155; 651-296-8643.

Project Title: CSAH 14 (Zane Avenue N); Reconstruction from CSAH 109 to CSAH 30 in Brooklyn Park County Project 8912; S.A.P. 27-615-15 Description: A segment of CSAH 14 located in Brooklyn Park between 85" Avenue North and 93'* Avenue North has reached the end of its service life and is proposed to be reconstructed as a four lane roadway. Construction is proposed to begin in the spring of 1999, with completion by fall, 1999. RGU: Hennepin County Contact Person: James N. Gmbe, Director, Transportation Department, 1600 Prairie Drive, Media, MN 55340- 5421; 612-745-7500.

EIS .Need Decision The responsible governmental units noted below have determined the following projects do not require preparation of an EIS. The dates given are, respectively, the date of the determination and the date the EAW notice was published in the EQB Monitor.

Bemidji Highschool Project, City of Bemidji, August 31, 1998 (July 13, 1993)

Dakota County Highway 23 from CSAH 9 (Dodd Blvd) to the South City Limits of Lakeville, Dakota County, August 18,1998 (May 4, 1998)

Cottonwood County Sanitary Landfill Expansion, MPCA, September 4, 1998 (June 29,1998)

Greenhaven Southview Subdivision General Development, Rochester Common Council, September 9, 1998 (July 13, 1998)


Meadows of Verde Valley, Bums Township


Calvin Priern Feedlot Expansion Project, MPCA, Petition Denied

Draft EIS Available Project Title: 1000 Nicollet Phase I1 Description: This Draft EIS documents the impacts associated with the construction of 1000 Nicollet Phase I1 in downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Final Scoping Decision Document was approved by the Minneapolis City Council on July 17,1998 and approved by the Mayor on July 23, 1998. The proposed project is Phase I1 of the 1000 Nicollet project and is planned to accommodate relocation of a portion of Target's office staff primarily from their current facilities in the Minneapolis City Center complex and Target corporate office growth and expansion. The 1000 Nicollet Phase I1 project will contain approximately 1,235,000 gross square feet of general office and

. . support areas, a maximum of up to 15,000 gross square feet of retail space, and two levels of underground parking f to accommodate approximately 260 parking spaces.

RGU: City of Minneapolis Contact Person: J. Michael Orange, City Planner, City of Minneapolis, Room 210 City Hall, 350 South Fifth Sheet, Minneapolis, MN 55415-1385; 612-673-2347; fax 612-673-2728. Public Meeting: A Public Information Meeting on the Draft Environmental Impact Statement will be held on October 13, 1998 at 7:00 p.m. in the Auditorium of the Minneapolis Community & Technical College, located at 1501 Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis, MN.(The front door is marked "1415") A parking ramp is located across the street. There is a skyway connection from the parking ramp to the Minneapolis Community & Technical College. Public Comment Period: Public comments on the Draft EIS must he made by October 21, 1998 which is ten working days after the date of the Public Information Meeting. Public comments are invited orally at the Public Information Meeting or in writing prior to, at or after the meeting. All written comments should be addressed to : J. Michael Orange, Planning Department, City of Minneapolis, Room 210 City Hall, 350 S. 5'h Sheet, Minneapolis, MN 55415-1385; 673-2347; TDD 673-2157; email: [email protected] Preparers: This Draft EIS has been prepared for the Dayton Hudson Corporation by Faegre & Benson LLP; David Braslau Associates, Inc.; Benshoof & Associates, Inc; and Ellerbe Becket.

Final EIS Available Project Title: Iron Range Off-Highway Vehicle Recreation Area (OHVRA) Comment Period: Written comments on the adequacy of the EIS are due by the close of business on October 5, 1998. Please direct comments to the attention of Thomas W. Balcom, Supervisor, OMBS Environmental Review and Assistance Unit, DNR, 500 Lafayette Road, St. Paul, MN 55155-4010. Description: A Final Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) has been prepared by the DNR for the proposed construction and operation of the Iron Range OHVRA on a 1200 acre site in Gilbert, MN, pursuant to M.L. 1996 Chapter 407. The facility will feature recreational hails, scramble areas, and day-use and special events facilities specifically designed for use by off-road motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles, and four-wheel drive jeeps and trucks. The site contains specimens of the state-listed threatened species St. Lawrence gragefem that could be potentially affected by project implementation, which is the focus of detailed analysis in the EIS.

The fmal EIS responds to the timely substantive comments offered on the Draft EIS consistent with the scoping decision, and provides any changes to the EIS. Interested persons my submit written comments on the adequacy of the fmal ElS to the attention of the RGU RGU: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Contact Person: For information on the Final EIS, or to obtain a copy, please contact William H. Johnson, EIS project manager, Environmental Review and Assistance Unit, OMBS, Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, 500 Lafayette Road, St. Paul, MN 55155-4010; 651-296-9229. Copy Availability: The DNR invites public comment on the adequacy of the FEIS. A copy of the FEIS, and supporting information, is available for public review at the DNR Lihrary, 500 Lafayette Road in St. Paul, MN), the DNR regional ofice headquarters building in Grand Rapids, 1201 East Highway 2, the Duluth Public Library, 520 West Superior Street, Gilbert Public Library, 18 North Broadway, and the DNR Eveleth Area Office, 2005 Highway 37.

DOT and BWSR Proposal to Purchase Farmland - The Minnesota Deparfment of Transportation (MnIDOT) and the Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources (MnIBWSR) propose to purchase 764 ha (1886 ac) of farmland two miles west of Winger, MN in Polk County. Approximately 238 ha (587 ac) of this site will be restored to its pre-agricultural wetland status to gain wetland credits.

Public Notice of Plans to Issue a State Industrial Minerals Lease Notice is hereby give that the Department of Natural Resources, Division of Minerals is planning to issue a state mineral lease to explore for, mine and remove industrial minerals in Blue Earth County in accordance with Minnesota Rules, parts 6125.8000 through ,8700, the industrial minerals rules, issued under authority of Minnesota

< Statutes, section 98.08 through 93.12 and 93.25. The industrial mineral covered by the lease is dimensional I limestone located in Lot Two (2), Block One (I), Germania Park Addition in the City of Mankato. The applicant is

Mankato-Kasota Stone Inc., PO Box 1358, Mankato, MN 56002-1.758. The effective date of the lease will be at least 30, but no more than 180 days from the date of publication of this notice. For more information, contact Gloria Johnson, DNR, Division of Minerals, Box 45, 500 Lafayette Road, St. Paul, MN 55155-4045, telephone 612- 296-4807; TTY: 1-800-657-3929.

DNR's Notice and Order for Hearing-Big Marine Lake There will be a public hearing on the ITMO the alteration of the cross section of Big Marine Lake (82-52) by Harold E. Johnson without apermit from the Commissioner ofNatural Resources, on October 13 and 14, 1998 beginning at 9:00 a.m. in the Board Room of Scandia City Hall, 14727 209Ih Street, Scandia, Minnesota.

The paramount issue for the hearing is whether Harold E. Johnson is required to restore the bed of Big Marine Lake to its prior condition by removing all sand fill material down to the natural organic soil layer, to completely remove a d i e and metal grate and restore the area to contours that existed prior to the unauthorized fill placement, and to comply with all the provisions contained within the Commissioner's Order, dated January 6, 1998.

Laws and rules particularly applicable to the decision include Minnesota Statutes, Sections 103G.005, 1036.245, 103G.251 andMinnesotaRules,parts 6115.0190through6115.0192, andparts6115.0210through6115.0222.

The hearing will be conducted by Administrative Law Judge Allan W. Klein of the Office of Administrative Hearings, 100 Washington Square, Suite 1700, Minneapolis, MN 55401-2138; telephone 612-341-7609. He will conduct the hearing according to Mi. Stat. Ch. 14 and the rules of the Office of Administrative Hearings, Minn. R. 1400.5 100-1400.8400, which provide generally for the procedural rights of parties, and which are available from the Minnesota Bookstore, 117 University Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55155; telephone 651-297-3000. 4

, . Parties to the hearing must file notices of appearance within 20 days of the date of service of this notice. Other wishing to he parties may petition to intervene under Minn. R. 1400.6200. The parties should bring to the hearing all documents, records, and witnesses they need to support their position. Subpoenas may he available to compel the attendance of witnesses or the production of documents. Such subpoenas may he used pursuant to the procedures listed in part 1400.7000 of the above described rules. After the hearing, the Administrative Law Judge Allan W. Klein will issue his findings of fact, conclusions and recommendations to the Commissioner of Natural Resources who will then issue a fmal decision, which is subject to appeal to the Minnesota Court of Appeals.

The person to contact to discuss informal disposition of the case pursuant to part 1400.5900 or discovery procedures pursuant to parts 1400.6700 and 1400.6800 of the above described mles is David P. Iverson, Assistant Attorney General, Suite 900, NCL Tower, 445 Minnesota Street, St. Paul, MN 55101-2127; telephone 651-296-0687.


All persons who are affected by the project will have an opportunity to testify and introduce exhibits, whether parties or not.

If non-public data is admitted into evidence, it may become public unless a party objects and asks for relief under Minn. Stat. 14.60, subd. 2.

The failure of a party to appear at the hearing may result in issues out herein deemed proved. The possible result is that the restoration would remain in effect.

Notice of Public Hearing & Public Information Meetings Before the MEQB on the Application by NSP and Dairyland Power for a Route Designation and Construction permit for the Chisago Electric Transmission Line Project MEQB Docket No. N*-TR-~ TOPIC: This notice provides the dates, times and places for the public infomation meetings and public hearing on the application by Northern States Power Company and Dairyland Power Coroporative (NSPDPC) for a Route Designation and Construction Permit for the Chisago Electric Transmission Line Project. This notice also provides a description of the issues to be considered at the public hearing and the procedural requirements of the Office of Administrative Hearings for public hearings on large energy facilities. The EQB power plant siting rules (Chapter 4400) and Draft Environmental Impact Assessment for the project, Office of Administrative Hearing Rules (Chapter 1405), other project related materials and NSPIDPC 's application are available for review at the places identified in this notice. If you have an interest in this project, please read this notice and contact the appropriate person identified in this notice if you have any questions.

GENERAL INFORMATION The prdposed project is new 38-mile 230 kV transmission line that would connect the Chisago County Substation southwest of North Branch, in Lent Township of Chisago County, Minnesota, to the Apple River Substation in Lincoln Township, Polk County, north of Amery, Wisconsin. The length of transmission line in Minnesota is about 15 miles. The route segments for the 230 kV transmission line being considered in the Minnesota portion of the project are shown on the map accompanying this notice. There are 46 route segments between the Chisago County Substation and the three potential crossings of the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway.

In Minnesota, the EQB has jurisdiction over the Project. In Wisconsin, the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin has jurisdiction over this Project.

PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETINGS Project Area The EQB and the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin will hold joint public information meetings at the following times and places:

Monday, October 12 at 6:30 p.m Lindstrom Community Center 13330 Sylvan Ave Lindstrom, MN

Tuesday, October 13 at 1.30 and6:30 p.m. Dresser Community Hall 115 Main St. Dresser, WI

The purpose of the meetings is to provide background information on the proposed routes, to explain the transmission line routing process in each state and how the public may participate in the processes, to receive comments on the MN Draft Environmental Impact Assessment and the WI Draft Environmental Impact Statement and to answer questions.

Please attend any of the information meetings if you have questions about the routes proposed, the hearing procedures (described below), or the environmental documents.

PUBLIC HEAlUNG The EQB will hold a public hearing to establish a complete and accurate record regarding the application by NSPDPC for route designation and construction permit for the Chisago Electric Transmission Line Project. The routes/route segments being considered by the EQB for designation are illustrated on the accompanying map.

MN PUBLIC HEARING SCHEDULE

Date

- ~ctober-29, 1998 1 9:30 a.m. I Chisago cbuntv Govemment Center

Time I place

Tuesday October 27, 1998

Wednesday October 28, 1998

Thursday

1 I Community Meeting Room, Room 330

AUTHORITY AND STATEMENT OF ISSUE TO BE DECJDED The EQB is authorized by the Power Plant Siting Act (Minn. Stat. 5 116C.51 to 116C.69) to designate routes and issue construction permits. The Act also provides the EQB with the authority to hold public hearings on the proposed routes (Minn. Stat. $5 116C.57 and 116C.58).

9:30 a.m. - 3:00

7:00 p.m.

9:30 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.

i ADMINISTRATIVE LAW JUDGE (ALJ) The public hearlng will be presided over by an Administrative Law Judge from the Office of Administrative Hearings The ALJ is:

- Chisago County Government Center 3 13 North Main St., Center City, MN Chisago Lakes Area Senior High School Auditorium 29400 Oliida Trail, Lindshom, MN Lindstrom Community Center 13330 Sylvan Ave. Lindstrom, MN Community Meeting Room, Room 330

313 Garth ~ a i h St., Center City, MN

Lindstrom Community Center 13330 Sylvan Ave. Lindstrom, MN

Continuing thereafter as necessary

Richard Luis, Administrative Law Judge Suite 1700, 100 Washington Square Minneapolis, MN 55401-2 138 Tel: 612-3441-7600 Fax: 612-349-2665

Wednesday ~ovember 4, 1998

CONDUCT OF HEAFUNG, RULE The public hearing will be conducted in accordance with the Ofice of Administrative Hearings rule relating to procedures for the EQB's transmission line routing process. (Minn. Rule, Chapter 1405) Copies of this rule are available for review at the places identified in the "Information Available For Review" section of this notice and will be available at the public hearing. Copies may be obtained from the EQB.

9:30 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.

CONDUCT OF HEARING, RECESSES AND ADDITIONAL HEARINGS At the start of each hearing, the ALJ will indicate the procedural rules for the hearing, including the following: a) all persons may present evidence and argument with respect to issues and may question witnesses; b) all persons may be represented by legal counsel, but such representation is not required; and c) the rules of evidence.

Cnntinuing thereafter ar necessarv

Questioning of witnesses is allowed, and will be conducted in a sequence determined by the ALJ. Generally, parties present their prefiled written direct testimony and their witnesses are subject to cross-examination by other parties. Interested persons may also question the witnesses.

If needed, the hearing may be recessed and reset by the ALJ and additional hearing dates may be established by the ALJ in accordance with Minn. Rule, parts 1405.1400 to 1405.2300.

CONDUCT OF HEARING, PUBLIC PARTICIPATION, INTERVENTION There are two different ways in which persons may participate in the hearings. They may participate as interested persons, or they may participate as parties.

Interested Persons. All persons will be allowed to participate without the necessity of intervening as parties. Participation includes: a) offering direct testimony with or without benefit of oath or affmation and without the necessity of prefiling testimony; b) offering direct testimony or other material in written form at or following the hearing; and c) questioning witnesses. Any person who wishes to question a witness but does not want to ask the questions may submit questions in writing to the ALJ, who will then ask the questions of the witness. Questions may be submitted during the hearing or may be mailed to the ALJ in advance of the hearing.

Intervention as a Partv. Any person who elects to intervene as a formal party will also he permitted to present testimony and exhibits and to question witnesses. In addition, participation as a party will guarantee the person the right to present fmal argument to the EQB after receiving the report of the ALJ. The EQB may elect to bear argument from nou-parties, but it is not required by law to do so.

If a person desires to participate as a party, the person must file a document, called a Petition for Intervention, with the ALJ and all other parties by October 9, 1998. (Minn. Rule, part 1405.0900)

The Petition for Intervention must show how the petitioner's legal rights, duties or privileges may be determined or affected by the proceedings, how the petitioner's rights, duties, and privileges are not otherwise represented, and shall set forth the grounds and purposes for which intervention is sought and shall indicate the petitioner's statutory or legal right to intenrene, if one should exist. The ALJ, with the consent of all parties, may waive the requirement that the petition he in writing.

If intervention is allowed by the ALJ, the intervenor is subject to all responsibilities of a party, including the obligation to make its witnesses available for questioning.

PLEASE NOTE: This is not a complete list of all the rights and obligations of a party. It is meant only to provide a general understanding of the major differences between a party and a non-party.

For more information about participation as a member of the public, contact the EQB's public advisor. For more information about participation as a party, contact the ALJ.

Written Direct Testimonv. NSP, DPC and the EQB Staff are required to prefile their direct written testimony by October 13,1998. (Minn. Rule part 1405.1900) Written direct testimony of intervenors must be filed by November 2,1998. Written direct testimony must be sent to the ALJ, EQB, NSP, DPC, and to all Intervenors.

PARTIES As of September 16, 1998, Northern States Power Company, Dairyland Power Cooperative, and the EQB Staff are the only parties. The persons designated to receive copies of petitions for intervention, prefiled testimony and other documents and correspondence relating to NSPIDPC 's application are:

NSP Mike Connolly Northern States Power Company 414 Nicollet Mall Minneapolis, MN 55401 Tel: 612-330-7945 Fax: 612-330-5827

EQB Alan Mitchell, Assistant Attorney General 900 NCL tower 445 Minnesota St St. Paul, MN 55101-2127 Tel: 651-282-9926 Fax. 651-297-4139

DPC Jeffrey Landsman Wheeler, Van Sickle & Anderson, SC. 25 W. Main St., Suite 801 Madison, WI 53703-3398 Tel: 608-255-7277 Fax: 608-255-6006

INQUIRIES, PUBLIC ADVISOR AND EQB STAFF A public advisor from the EQB staff has been appointed to assist and advise persons interested in taking part in the proceedings and will provide on request documents identified in this notice. However, the public advisor is not authorized to give legal advice. The public advisor is:

Lany Hartman Room 300, Centennial Building 658 Cedar Street, St. Paul, MN, 55155 Tel: 651-296-5089 or 1-800-657-3794 Fax: 651-296-3698

Persons with questions about public participation should contact Lany Haman.

EQB Staff will be represented by:

John P. Hynes, Project Manager Bob Cupit, Environmental Planner Room 300, Centennial Building Room 300, Centennial Building 658 Cedar Street, St. Paul, MN, 55155 658 Cedar Street, St. Paul, MN, 55155 Tel: 651-296-2871 or 1-800-657-3794 Tel: 651-296-2096 or 1-800-657-3794 Fax: 641-296-3698 Fax: 651-296-3698

Persons with questions about the project should contact John Hynes or Bob Cupit.

INQUIRIES, ATTORNEY GENERAL'S OFFICE You may contact Alan R. Mitchell, Assistant Attorney General, on matters dealing with Environmental Quality Board procedures. Address: 900 NCL Tower, 445 Minnesota St., St. Paul, MN 55101-2127. Tel: 612-282-9926; Fax: 612-297-4139.

INFORMATION AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW ., . , , . Copies of the EQB's Draft Environmental Impact Assessment, Power Plant Siting Rules (Chapter 4400), Power

Plant Siting Act, Administrative Law Judge rules (Chapter 1405) for hearings on transmission line routing and NSPBPC 's application are available for review in the libraries in Lindstrom, North Branch, and Taylors Falls, the Chisago County Zoning office in Center City, the Taylors Falls City office and at the EQB office in St. Paul. As of October 14, 1998, copies of the EQB staff prefiled testimony will also be available for review at the places identified above. Individual copies of the EIA, rules, or statutes may be obtained by contacting John P. Hynes at the EQB office at 300 Centennial Building, 658 Cedar St., St. Paul, MN 55155.

Dated this 17" day of September, 1998

Rod Sando, Chair

Environmental Quality Board

Environmental Quality Board 300 Centennial Oftice Building 658 Cedar Street St. Paul MN 55155-1388



EOB Monitor Minnesota Environmental Quality Board, 300 Centennial, 658 Cedar Street, St Paul, MN 55155

Phone: 800-657-3794 or 651-296-2603 Far: 651-296-3698

October 5,1998 Volume 22, No. 33

Next issudDeadline: October 19, 199810ctober 12, 1998

Environmental Quality Board Meeting The EQB will meet on October 26, 1998. The meeting will begin at 9:00 a.m. in the State Building, Hearing Room 10, 100 Constitution Street. The decision on the adequacy of the Dual Track Airport Planning Process Final Environmental Impact Statement(E1S) will be on the agenda for this meeting.

Generic Environmental Impact Statement on Animal Agriculture- - -

Request for Comments on a Draft Scoping Document On September 30, 1998, the Environmental Quality Board approved a Draft Scoping Document for the Generic Environmental Impact Statement on Animal Agriculture. The Draft Scoping Document inclucies proposed topics to be addressed in the GEIS as well as a proposal for more specific study questions.

The public is invited to comment on this Draft Scoping Document. Also, the EQB will host the following series of public meetings and comments on the GEIS scope. Citizens are encouraged to attend these public meetings:

Tues, October 27, Thief River Falls, Best Western, Highway 32 South, 7 - 9:30 p.m. Wed, October 28, Moms, Science Auditorium, U ofM, Morris Campus, 600 E. 4'h St.. 7 - 9:30 p.m. Thurs, October 29, Cold Spring, Rocori High School, 534 5* Avenue North, 7 - 9:30 p.m. Wed, November 4, Marshall, Southwest State University, Student Center Wesf 1501 State Street, 7 - 9:30 p.m. Thur, November 5, North Mankato, South Central Technical College, Conf Center A,B,C, 1920 Lee Blvd, 7 - 9:30 p.m.

= Mon, November 9, Rochester, Best Western Apache, 1517 16' Street SW. 7 - 9:30 p.m.

To order a copy ofthe Draft Scoping Document please call or write the Environmental Quality Board. Citizens are also encouraged to submit written comments. These written comments should be submitted by November 9, 1998 to one of the following addresses:

Mail: GEIS / EQB, 300 CentennialBuilding, 658 Cedar Street, St. Paul, MN 55155 • Fax: (651) 296-3698

Phone: (651) 296-9535 or leave a message l(800) 657-3794 Email: [email protected]

Environmental Assessment Worksheets-Comments due by November 4,1998

Project Title: Taconite Harbor-Public Access m d Harbor of Refuge Description: The Department of Natural Resources, in cooperation with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, proposes to develop a Public Access and Harbor &Refuge at Taconite Hador. The project will include breakwater and boat access construction, and parking for passenger vehicles and boat trailers. RGU: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Contact Person: Rebecca Wooden, DNR, 500 Lafayette Road, Box 10, St. Paul, MN, 55155-4010; 651-297-3355.

Project Title: City of Wabasha Proposed Wastewater Treatment Improvements Description: The City of Wabasha proposes to convert the existing wastewater treatment facility (WWTF) from a package-type plant to an oxidation ditch activated sludge WWTF. The proposed components ofthe upgraded and expanded WWTF would include a screening building, influent pump station, flow spitter box, two oxidation ditches, flow diversion/sludge pumping structure, two final clarifiers, blower/disinfeaion building, conversion of the existing two sludge drying beds into sludge dtying reed beds, and the addition of two new sludge drying reed be&. RGU: Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Contact Person: Dave L. Johnson, Project Manager, Policy and Planning Division, Community and Areawide Programs Section (3dFloor), 520 Lafayette Road, St. Paul, MN 55155; 651-296-5041,

Project Title: 50 South 6th Street Description: The 50 South 6'hpmject calls for a 30-story general office tower in downtown Minneapolis consisting of 805,000 gross square feet. It is to be located on the southeast porIion of the block which is circumscribed by Fifth and Sixth Streets, Nicollet Mall and Hennepin Avenue. The proposer contemplates retail <

space at the street and skyway levels; seven floors of parking; and office spaces on 22 floors. Its compatibility with city planning has been studied, as have its effects on tmmprtation, air quality and shadows. RGU: City of Minneapolis Contact Person:. 1. Michael Orange, City Planner, Planning D e p m f City of Minneapolis, Room 210, City Hall, 350 South 5* Street, Minneapolis, MN 55415-1385, Phone 612-673-2347; TDD 612-673-2157, Fax 612673- 2728, Email: [email protected]

Project Title: River Ridge Subdivision k e r a l Development Plan Descriptioa: River Ridge General Development Plan is a plan for the future development of approximately 194 acres of land. The site is located in portions ufthe SW % of Section 27 and the SE %of the SE % Section 27, Oronoco Township, west of Avenue NW, north of85" Street NW and east ofthe South Fork ofthe Zumbm River. This development proposes approximately 144 acres of land to be developed into 47 single family lots and 50 acres of open space. The proposed development would utilize individual sewage treatment system, shared private water wells. RGU: Rochester Olmsted Planning Department Contact Person: Ms. Geri Maki, SanitariaNPlauner, 2122 Campus Drive SE, R o c W r , MN 55904; 507-285- 8232.

Project Title: Wynstone Golf Club Description: D.N.K. Management Inc., is proposing to convert 185-acre of cropland, pasture, and gravel mine lands to construct an 18-hole championship golf course in West Lakeland Tomhip of Washington County. Project activities also include the knstruaion of a clubhouse and locker rooms, expansion of existing parking, and construction of storage buildings. RGU: Washington County Contact Person: Dennis O'DonneU, Senior Land Use Specialist, Dept. &Health and Env, 62d Street North, W Box 3803, Stillwater, MN 55082; 651-4306690.

Pmiect Title: Vesledahl Mitieation Site ~- ~ - .~~ - Description: The Minnesota Department of Transportation (Mn/DOT) and the Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources (BWSR) proposes to purchase 1886 acres of farmland two miles west of Wingcr, in Polk Counly. Approximately 587 acres of this s i t d l be restored to its pre-agricultural wetland status to gain wetland credits RGU: MnDOT Contact Person: Gerald Larson, Environmental Senices Coordinator, MnIDOT, 3485 Hadley Avenue North, Oakdale, MN 55128; 651-779-5094.

NOTE: This notice appeared in the September 21 EQB MONITOR, but not as an EAW Notice of 1 Availahiity. The EAW was circulated to the EAW distribution list and others the week of the September 14. Accordingly, the comment period for this EAW will close November 4,1998.

EIS Need Decision The responsible governmental units noted below have determined the following projects do not require preparation of an EIS. The dates given are, respectively, the date of the determination and the date the EAW mtice was published in the EQB Monitor.

.NorthernPlains Dairy, Inc, Nicollet County, MPCA, September 22,1998 (June 29,1998)

Farmers Isowean, Inc. Farrowing Site, Watonwan County, MPCA, September 22,1998 (June 1,1998)

Pine Beach Wastewater Treatment Facility Upgrade, Cass County, MPCA, September 22,1998 (July 13, 1998)

' Continental Project, Rochester-Olmsted Planning Department, September 21,1998 (August 10,1998)

Orchard Ridge, Rochester-Olmsted Planning Department, September 21,1998 (July 27,1998)

Centenille Lake Water Quality Improvement, Rice Creek Watershed District, September 9,1998 (July 27, 1998)

Mitchell Lake Ridge Deveiopment, Big Lake Councii, Sep~ember 9, 1998 (July 27,1998)

NSP Bulkhead Project, Red Wing Port Authority, September 23,1998 (July 27,1998)

New Flyer Indushies, St Cloud City Council, September 14,1998 (August 10,1998)

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Beard Property, Lake Bess and Upper Bass Lake, Hubbard County


Clearview Shores Addition, Jackson County Board - Petition denied Tim Schlenner Finishing Pig Feedlot, MPCA - Petition Denied Piprude Harbor Expansion on leech Lake, DNR - EAW ordered

EIS Preparation Notice

I Project Title: Rice Creek Corporate Park Development, formally called the WISPARK-Shoreview Development

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Description: Rice Creek Corporate Park, formerly called the WISPARK Shoreview Development is a mixed use development on a 230-acre project site in the southeast quadrant of I-35W and County Road J in the City of Shoreview. The project site will include approximately 105 acres for business park, office and commercial uses, 50 acres of medium density residential use, 10 acres for recreational area, and 54 acres for wetlands, ponds and scenic easements. A total of 1,293,000 gross square feet of commercial and i n d w a l land use is proposed, together with 304 residential units. The project is planned to begin construction ofbuildings in the spring of 1999. The project includes a new roadway, Rice Parkway connecting County Road I and County J. The EIS will consider three alternatives; no-build, the proposed mixed-use project, and a business park alternative. Under the business park alternative, 480,000 gross square feet of business park would be substituted for the residential uses in the proposed project. The EIS is expected to be available for public comment in December 1998. RGU: City of Shoreview Contaet Person: Tom Simonson Assistant City ManagerICommunity Development Director, City of Shoreview, 4600 North Victoria Street, Shoreview, MN 55126; 6124904612.

Draft EIS Available-Room Change Prpject Title: 1000 Nicollet Phase II Description: This Draft EIS documents the impacts d a t e d with the construction of 1000 Nicollet Phase II in downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Final Scoping Decision Document was approved by the Minneapolis City Council on July 17,1998 and approved by the Mayor on July 23,1998. The proposed project is Phase II ofthe 1000 Nicollet project and is planned to accommodate relocation of a portion of Target's office staffprimarily from their current facilities in the Minneapolis City Center complex and Target corporate office growth and expansion. The 1000 Nicollet Phase II project will contain approximately 1,235,000 gross square feet of general office and support areas, a maximum ofup to 15,000 gross square feet of retail space, and two levels of underground parking to accommodate approximately 260 parking spaces. RGU: City of Minneapolis Contact Person: J. Michael Orange, City Planner, City of Minneapolis, Room 210 City Hall, 350 South Fifth Street, Mheapolis, MN 55415-1385; 612-673-2347; fax 612-673-2728. Public Meetine: APublic Information Meetine on the Draft Environmental Imuact Statement will be held on October 13,1998 at 7:00 p.m. in the TC ~uild&, plaza C room (first noor Be> to cafeteria), of the Minneapolis Community & Technical College, located at 1501 Hennepin Avenue, Mimeaplis, MN.me front door is &ked "1415") A parking ramp is located across the street. There is a skyway connection from the ~arkine ram^ to the Minneawlis Communitv & Technical ColIe~e. hublicComment period: Public commention the raft EIS m& be made by October 21,1998 which is ten working days after the date of the Public Information Meeting. Public comments are invited orally at the Public Info&tion &feting or in writing prior to, at or after the meeting. All written comments should be addressed to : J. Michael Orange, Planning Department, City of Minneapolis, Room 210 City Hall, 350 S. 5" Street Minneapolis, MN 55415-1385; 673-2347; TDD 673-215"7; email: michael.om~.minneapolis.mn.us Preparers: This Draft EIS has been prepared for the Dayton Hudson Corporation by Faegre & Benson LLP, David Braslau Associates, Inc.; Benshoof & M t e s , Inc, and Ellehe Becket.

Extension of Comment Period Per Minn. Rule 4410.1700, subpart 2a, Gwdhue County has extended the public comment period for the City of Red Wing Biosolids Storage Tank EAW. All comments should be received by October 21,1998 to: Myrna Halbach, P.E., Solid Waste Administrator, Gwdhue County, PO Box 408, Red Wing, MN 55066; 651-385-3101.

EAW Withdrawn Northern Plains PorkFeedlot Project, Nobles and Pipestone Counties EAW withdrawn. This action ends the environmental review process for Northern Plains Pork, Inc. prior to normal completion.

,' Notice of Review-Proposed Timber Harvesting and Forest ! Management Guidelines

The Minnesota Forest Resources Conncil (MFRC) is seekmg public comments on proposed integrated timber harvesting and forest management guidelines. The Snstamble Forest Resources Act of 1995 directs the MFRC to coordinate the development of voluntary comprehensive tunber harvesting and forest management guidelines. Draft guidelines have been generated to address riparian zone management forest soil productivity, historidculhud resources and site-level wildlife habitat management issues. These four new sets of guidelines have been integrated with the existing water quality, wetland and visual quality best management pra&ces to produce a single set of timber harvesting and forest management guidelines. These proposed integrated guidelines are now available for public review and comment In addition the guidelines, which is also available to assist in the review of the guidelines.

A copy of the proposed integrated guideline document can be obtained from the MPCA by contacting Michael I. Phillips, MFRCCs Guideline Development Coordinator, at 651-297-4924 or email at [email protected] Please specify whether you wish to obtain a copy of the financial and economic analysis report to assist in your review of the pmposed integrated guidelines.

Both the proposed integrated timber hamsting and forest management guidelines and the economic analysis to assess the jinancial and economic effects of the guidelines are also available at the MFRC web site www.frc.state.mn.us

On October 15,1998 from 6-8 p.m. the MFRC will hold an open house. at the Cloquet Forestry Center near Cloquet MN. This open house is an opportunity for the public to obtain additional information on the proposed integrated guidelines. At this event MFRC members and staff will be available to respond to inquiries and comments on the proposed integrated guidelines. t

Please direct comments on the proposed integrated h b e r .%.wtiag and forest management guidelines to: MN Forest Resources Council, 2003 Upper Buford Circle, St. Paul, MN 551086146. Public comments will be accepted through Oaober 27,1998.

Project Withdrawn At the MPCA Citizens' Board meeting on September 22,1998, Golden Oval Eggs, Renville County, withdrew the permit application for its proposed expansion project. The EAW for the expansion was noticed in the EQB Monitor on May 18,1998. The proposer expressed its intent to resubmit a new permit application for its expansion, along with information for a new EAW, to address issues recommended for further study by MPCA staff. MPCA staff had recommended to the Board that an Environmental Impact Statement be prepared for the proposed project. The EIS recommendation was based on the need for iiuther study for the potential environnlental impacts of ammonia and hydrogen sulfide issues, both fiom the expanded facility itself and cumulative impacts from three neighboringfacilities, dust and endotoxin emissions, fly management, and endocrine dis~pters present in the manure. The MPCA anticipates the new EAW would be published in the EQB Monitor in late 1998 or early 1999. For further information, contact Hans Walter-Peterson at the MPCA 651-297- 8236.

Final State EISmederal Environmental Assessment Notice

Project Title: Austin Municipal Airport-Runway Extension and Associated Development Description: The existing 4,796 foot runway would be extended 1,004 feet to the south to a final length of 5,800 feet. Also included would be the construction of associated taxiways and aprons, the indlation of associated navigational aids, and the relocation ofthe existing terminal and fixed-based operator hangar elsewhere on airport property. The extension would require an expanded Runway Protection Zone(RPZ) at the end ofthe runway extension which would necessitate the relocation of a segment of CSAH 3 and the acquisition of all structures,

including residences, in order to eliminate obmction in the RFZ. The Final EIS is a joint state EISRederal Environmental Assessment1 A draft EIS was prepared and a public hearing held in June 1998. RGU: City of Austin Comments Due: Comments on the adequacy ofthe Final EAIEIS are due by October 19,1998. Please direct all comments and inquiries to Jon Erichsoq Director of Public Works, City of Austin, 500 Fourth Avenue NE, Austin, MN 55912; 507-437-9950. Document Availability: The Final EAIEIS is available for review at Austin City Hall and at the Austin Public Library, 323 Fourth Avenue NE, Austin, MN. Copies are also available on request, contact Jon Erichson at 507- 437-9950.



Permit No. I71 St. Paul, MN


Phone: 800-657-3794 or 651-296-2603 Fax: 651-296-3698

October 19,1998 Volume 22, No. 34

Next issueDeadline: November 2, 199810ctober 26, 1998

Environmental Quality Board Meeting The EQB will meet on October 26, 1998. The meeting will begin at 9:00 a.m. in the State Office Building, Hearing Room 10, 100 Constitution Street. The decision on the adequacy of the Dual Track Airport Planning Process Final Environmental Impact Statement(E1S) will be on the agenda for this meeting.

Environmental Impact Statement Scoping Notice

Project Title: Minnesota Agri-Power Biomass Power Plant, Granite Palls \

Description: On September 30, 1998, the Minnesota Environmental Quality Board (MEQB) accepted an application from Minnesota Agri-Power, LLC, for a site designation and certificate of site compatibility for a 75 to 103 megawatt power plant. This application acceptance starts both the MEQB power plant siting process and the scoping period for the EIS on the project.

The proposed power plant is to be fueled primarily by an alfalfa derived, low-btu gas. This biomass fuel is to be produced by first converting alfalfa stems into fuel pellets at up to five alfalfa processing facilities tentatively planned for a wide area to the west and northwest of Granite Falls. After the fuel pellets ark transported to the plant site, they would be converted into the "alfagas" used to fire the power plant. The biomass fuel would be supplemented with natural gas. Major environmental issues on the project may include air emissions, water appropriation, endangered species in the Minnesota River, truck traffic, and ash storage and use.

Joint Statemederal EIS: The United States Department of Energy (DOE) is considering major funding for the project, and therefore must complete a federal environmental impact statement. In addition, the MEQB's site certificate process includes a mandatory state environmental impact statement. The combined federawstate EIS will include joint public scoping meetings. The dates and locations of the scoping meetings are described below. A local advisory task force will also be formed to advise the

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Scoping Meeting and comment period: Public meetings to receive input on the scope of the EIS will be held at the following times and locations:

Location Address

St. Paul, MN Minnesota History Center

345 Kellogg Blvd

Granite Falls, MN American Legion

60 6Ih Street

Ada, MN Ada Elementary School

209 6Ih Street West

Redfield, SD Leo's Caf6

602 N. Main

Times

7-9 PM, Monday

November 16, 1998

7-9 PM, Tuesday

November 17, 1998

7-9 PM, Wednesday

November 18, 1998

7-9 PM, Thursday

November 19, 1998

Written comments on the scope of the EIS will be received until December 9, 1998. Written scoping comments should be addressed to Ms. Deborah Tumer, U.S.DOE, at the address listed below.

State Contact Person: John N. Wachtler, Project Manager, Minnesota Environmental Quality Board, 658 Cedar Street, St. Paul, MN 55 155; 65 1-296-4095; [email protected]; or Federal Contact Person: Ms. Deborah Tumer, U.S. Department of Energy, Golden Field Office, 1617 Cole Blvd., Golden, CO 80401; 303-275-4788; [email protected]

Environmental Assessment Worksheets-Comments due by November 18,1998

Project Title: KARP FM Broadcast Tower Description: Minnesota Valley Broadcasting is proposing a 659 foot guyed communications tower (FM broadcast) with an adjacent equipment shelter. Three sets of guy wires will extend approximately 460 feet kom the base of the tower. The site is in northwestern Carver County, which includes predominately agricultural land uses. RGU: Carver County Contact Person: Dave Drealan, Director Planning and Zoning, Gov't Center, 600 East 4" Street, Chaska, MN 55318; 612-361-1820.

Project Title: Big Stone County Ditch #Z (Editors Note-This notice supercedes any previous notice of availability of this EAW) Description: Big Stone County Ditch No. 2 is proposed to be repaired by excavating the ditch channel back to its originally constructed depth and grade lme. In completing this repair, DNR protected wetland No. 6-1 1 W, will have the elevation of its outlet lowered from the current sediment level of 1007.23 to the invert elevation of the Concrete Box Culvert at the outlet of the basin of 1004.48. The OHW level of this basin has been determined to be 1009.2. RGU: Big Stone County Board Contact Person: Charles Gronberg, Professional Engineer, Sioux Engineering Inc, PO Box I, Ruthton, MN 56170; 507-658-3383

Project Title: County State Aid Highway 30 (Upland Lane to west of CSAH 81) Description: The existing 2-lane segment of CSAH 30 from Upland Lane to CSAH 8 1 will be reconstmcted to a 4-

,.' lane roadway with a center two-way left-turn lane. Construction will include removals, excavating, grading,

f aggregate surfacing, paving, curb and gutter, sidewalk, trail, signing, striping, bridge, walls, signals, landscaping, ', and median islands. Conshvction is scheduled to begin April 15, 1999. RGU: Hennepin County Transportation Department

,,'~ Contact Person: Bruce Polaczyk, Design Engineer, 1600 Prairie Drive, Medina, MN 55340-5421; 612-745-7650.

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Project Title: Construction/Reconstruction of a segment of Trunk Highway(TH) 58 in Goodhne County, Minnesota (Note: The EA is being circulated for review and comment. nursuant to Mn/DOT's Alternative - , . Environmental Review Process adopted by the Minnesota Environmental Quality Board on August 18,1983.) Description: The Minnesota Deparhnent of Transportation (MnDOT) State Project (SP) 2510-30 proposes major cons&ction of approximately 7.74 km (4.81 miles) of TH 58 from 1.13 km (0.7 miles) south of county State Aid Highway (CSAH) 5 to 7Ih Street in Red Wing, Minnesota. These termini provide gentle and natural transition to bring the new four lane highway back to the existing two lane roadway. RGU: MnDOT-District 6 Contact Person: Gary Reihl, Project Manager, Highway 52 North, Box 6177, Rochester, MiV 55903; 507-280- 2803.

Project Title: Hennepin County State Aid Highway 1 (Pioneer Trail) Reconstruction from TH 212 to Hennepin Town Road (Note: This federal environmental assessment is circulated in place of an EAW form as provided for in Minn. Rules 4410.1300 EAW Form.) Description: The proposed project is to improve the safety and traffic-canying capacity of the above-mentioned roadway and to replace the pavement structure, which has deteriorated to the point where overlaying the existing pavement is not an option. The section is presently a two-lane rural roadway. RGU: Hennepin County Contact Person: Craig Twinem, Senior Project Manager, Hennepin County,1600 Prairie Drive, Medina, MN 55340-5421; 612-745-7653

Project Title: Future County Road 46 Project in Dakota County (Note: This federal environmental assessment is circulated in place of an EAW form as provided for in Minn. Rules 4410.1300 EAW Form.) Description: The project extends from 360 m (1180 ft) west of CSAH 31 to 214 m (702 ft) east of Donnelly Avenue and generally follows the existing 160" Street corridor. The total project length is 13.8 km (8.6 mi). The project involves the upgrade of existing road sections and construction of new roadway between TH3 and Biscayne Avenue and a ma1 two-lane section between Biscayne and Donnelly Avenue including a southern bypass of Coates. RGU: Dakota County Highway Department Contact Person: Ms. Lezlie Vermillion, 14955 Galaxie Ave NW, Apple Valley, MN 55124; 651-891-7104

Assessment of Environmental Effects In accordance with the requirements of Minnesota Statutes 1998, Chapter 664, the Metropolitan Airports Commission is required to conduct an Assessment of Environmental Effects for projects in the Commission's seven year Capital Improvement Program (1999-2005) for airports included in its system.

Assessments from St. Paul Downtown, Flying Cloud, Crystal, Anoka County-Blaine, Lake Elmo, and Airlake Airports did not need to be prepared since the Capital Improvement Program and Plan has not changed from the previous year or the changes have only trivial environmental effects. A copy of the Assessment of Environmental Effects relating to construction projects on Minneapolis-St. Paul International is available on request to Bob Vorpahl, MAC.

Comments concerning the Capital Improvement Program Assessments can be given at a Public Hearing held on Monday, November 2, 1998 at 2:00 p.m. in Room 3040 Mezzanine Level, Lindbergh Terminal, Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, or in writing to the CIP file, Metropolitan Airports Commission, 6040 28" Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55450. The comment period ends on Wednesday, November 18, 1998.


Smith Pond Improvement Project, City of Bloomington, October 5, 1998 (August 10,1998)


Gravel Mining French Lake Township, Wright County

EAW Need Decision The notkd responsible governmental unit has made the following decision on the indicated date regarding the need for an EAW in response to a citizen's petition:

George Shetka's Permit Application, Aitkin County Board of Commissioner, September 22, 1998 -EAW ordered Gravel Mining Operation in Monticello Township, Monticello Joint Planning Board, September 2, 1998 - EAW ordered

Final EIS Available Project Title: Trunk Highway 100 in Golden Valley, Crystal, Robbinsdale, and Brooklyn Center, MN Description: The proposed project begins at Glenwood Avenue and TH 100 in the City of Golden Valley, Minnesota, and extends northlnortheast approximately 8.4 kilometers (5.2 miles) along TH 100 terminating north of TH 100 and 50hAvenue North in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota. RGU: Mnm)OT Metro Division Contact Person: Scott Sannes, P.E., THlOO Project Manager, MdDOT Metro Division, 1500 West County Road B2, Roseville, MN 551 13; 612-582-1305.

Project Title: Runway Extension & Associated Development, Austin Municipal Airport Description: The city of Austin is proposing to expand the Austin Municipal Airport (AUM) by extending the existing 4,796-foot runway 1,004 feet to the south to a total length of 5,800 feet. In addition, the proposed action would include the construction of associated taxiways and aprons, the installation of associated navigational aids and the relocation of the existing terminal and fixed-base-operator hangar elsewhere on airport property. The extension would require an expanded Runway Protection Zone (RPZ) at the end of the m w a y extension, as required by Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations. The expanded RPZ would necessitate the relocation of a segment of CSAH 3 and the acquisition of all structures, including residences, in order to eliminate obstructions in the RPZ. RGU: City of Austin Contact Person: Written Comments due by October 19, 1998. Jon Erichson, Director of Public Works, City of Austin, 500 Fourth Avenue NE, Austin, MN 55912; 507-437-9950.

Additional Environmental Review Material Project Title: American Iron and Supply Company's Proposed Kondirator Metal Shredding Facility Description: Notice is hereby given that the Commissioner of the MPCA has prepared materials supplemental to an EAW on the referenced metal shredder project originally placed on public notice in October and November 1995. On June 11, 196, the agency issued a negative declaration on the need for an EIS. This decision was then appealed in Hennepin County District Court. While the appeal was pending, the agency developed draft air e

. . mission and stormwater discharge permits. However, before action on the permits could be taken, the District Court vacated the MPCA's June 11, 1996, decision and remanded (sent back) the matter to the MPCA for additional

I. fmdings on three sets of issues. MPCA staff has now developed the additional information and its analysis.

The MPCA is seeking comment on the additional information developed as a result of the remand and the MPCA staffs analysis based on that new information. The MPCA is not seeking general public comment on the matter of the EAW or the permit. The MPCA will only consider comments specifically addressing aspects of the additional information developed in response to the remand or new information.

The deadline for written comments is 4:30 p.m. onNovember 18, 1998. Written comments should be directed to the staff contact indicated in this notice.

Additional materials are available at the MPCA, Metro District Major Facilities Section, 520 Lafayette Road N, St. Paul, MN 55155; phone 651-282-2603,8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. All MPCA offices may be reached by calling 1-800-657-3864. A copy of the major materials are also available for review at the following locations: Minneapolis Public Library, 300 Nicollet Mall; North Regional Library, 13 15 Lowry Avenue N; Pierre Bottineay L i b r q , 1224 Second Street Northeast; and at the Municipal Information Library in Minneapolis City Hall Room 300. RGU: Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Contact Person: Jef iey Peltola, Project Manager, Metro District, Major Facilities Section, MPCA, 520 Lafayette Road, St. Paul MN 55155; 6551-282-2603.

Notice of Meetings: Minnesota Forest Resources Council Landscape Program

(' : The following meetings will be held regarding the Landscape Program ofthe Mmnesota Forest Resources Council:

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1. Landscape Committee Meeting - October 22, 1998 from 10:OO-12:OOpm; Dick Knoll's residence, Milaca, MN Committee is meeting to review progress to date; discuss evaluation of the pilot NE Regional Committee process; develop future plans for establishing committees in other landscape regions.

2. Working Group Meetings: Community Outreach & Education

October 20, 1998 from 9:OO-12:OO am; Natural Resources Research Institute (NRRI) room 227 Landscape Coordination

October 26, 1998 from 10:OO-2:OO; NRRI room 435 Assessment & Monitoring

November 4, 1998 from 9:00 -2:OO; NRRI room 435 Convener Group

October28, 1998 from 9:OO-1:OO; NRRIroom 301

Public Comment Meeting (EAW was in 10/5/98 Monitor) The public comment meeting on the 50 South Sixth Street Project EAW will be held on 10127198 at 5:30 p.m. in Room 220 of Minneapolis City Hall, 350 S. 5" Street (For transit access, take any bus downtown). Comments on the EAW must be submitted by 4:30 p.m. on 11/4/98 to the EAW contact person listed below. Lengthy comments should be submitted via email or disk (any format) if possible. Comments should address the accuracy and completeness of the document and the potential impacts that may warrant further investigation. For more information or to be placed on the Project's Official Mailing List, contact: J. Michael Orange, City Planner, 612- 673-2347; TDD: 612-673-2157; fax: 612-673-2728; email: [email protected]

Copies of the EAW are available in Room 210 City Hall, 350 South Fifth Street, Mpls, MN 55415-1385.

EQB Monitor Minnesota Environmental Quality Board, 300 Centennial, 658 Cedar Street, St. Paul, MN 55155

Phone: 800-657-3794 or 651-296-2603 Fax: 651-296-3698

Novenlber 2,1998 Volume 22, No. 35

Next issue1Deadline: November 16, 1998November 9, 1998

Environmental Quality Board Meeting The EQB will meet on November 18, 1998. Tbe meeting will begin at 9:00 a.m. in the State Ofice Building, Hearing Room 10, 100 Constitution Street. The decision on the adequacy of the Dual Track Airport Planning Process Final Environmental Impact Statement(E1S) was tabled at the last meeting and therefore will be on the agenda for this meeting.

Environmental Assessment Worksheets-Comments due by December 2,1998

Project Title: CSAH 116 (Bunker Lake Boulevard) Description: Anoka County is proposing to improve CSAH 116 (Bunker Lake Boulevard) in the City of Andover, from the existing four lane section east of CSAH 9 to just west of CSAH 78, a distance of about 2.5 miles. The proposed project consists of constructing a four-lane median divided urban roadway with shoulders. Left and right turn lanes will be provided at the major intersections. RGU: Anoka County Board of Commissioners Contact Person: Jon G. Olson, County Engineer, 1440 Bunker Lake Blvd, Andover, MN; 612-862-4200

Project Title: Gravel Mining Burbank Township Description: This EAW is being done for long range planning purposes. As a condition of aquiring this property, Central Allied Ent., Inc (CAE, Inc.) has agreed to assume the lease with Green Lake Sewer and Sanitary District. This agreement would limit the use of the property for mining during the term of the lease. Mining would be limited to those areas that would not interfere with the operations of the irrigation system. These areas include the northeast and southwest comers of the project area. No immediate construction or mining would occur. Gravel would be mined approximately '/1 acre per year for the first five years. RGU: Kandiyohi County Planning Office Contact Person: Paula Schroeder, Zoning Administrator, 400 SW Benson Ave, Willmar, MN 56201; 320-231- 6229.

Project Title: New CSAH 10 - Engler Boulevard West Extension Description: Carver County 1s proposing to construct a 3500-meter segment of new roadway, new CSAH 10 - Engler Boulevard West Extension, in and west of the City of Chaska. The project will involve standard road construction operations, including gradmg, drainage, aggregate base placement, bituminous surfacing, concrete curb and gutter consmction, and turf establishment RGU: Carver County Contact Person: Willlam Weckman, 600 East Fourth Street, Chaska, MN 55318; 612-361-1016

Project Title: Willow Run Improvements Description: McMeredith Development Partnership proposes development of a 56.45 acre, 178 unit residential deevlopment in the city of Waite Park. The proposed project includes constmction of 32 and 36 foot wide bituminous streets to provide access to and throughout the site, as well as storm water detention facilities, sanitary sewer, and watermain. RGU: City of Waite Park Contact Person: Jeffrey Baird, City Clerk, 19 13"' Avenue North, Waite Park, MN 56387; 320-252-6822

Project Title: McDowell Oaks Description: This development is for 283 lots on 209.4 acres of land on the north side of the City of Big Lake Portions of the project are located on the north side of the city and east of County Road 5; other portions of the project are noth of Mitchell Lake Ridge and Shores of Lake Mitchell and east of County Road 73.

Comments shall be received at Big Lake City Hall until Wednesday, December 2, 1998 at 4:30 p.m. Copies of the EAW can be obtained at Big Lake City Hall, 160 Lake Street North, Big Lake, MN, during normal business hours. RGU: City of Big Lake Contact Person: Curtis Jacobsen, City Administrator, PO Box 250, Big Lake, MN 55309; 612-263-2107.

Project Title: KWWKXLOM Radio Towers Description: KWWKiKLOM Radio Towers proposes to construct and operate a FCC approved 0.8 kilowatt AM radio antenna providing night time directional signal coverage for the City of Rochester. This site is located in part of SW % of the NE % Section 18 Marion Township, Olmsted County, north of Pinewood Road SE and across from 25Ih Street SE. The transmission facility is on 14.27 acres in the floodplain of Badger Run and includes six guyed towers measuring 341.5', 188.73' and four towers measuring 140.2'. All of the towers are located in the A-4 (Agricultural Urban Expansion District) of Olmsted County, with some of the structure setback for the 341.5' tower located in the R-l (Mixed Single Family) District of the City of Rochester. RGU: Olmsted County Board of Commissioners Contact Person: Geri L. Maki, Rochester-Olmsted Planning Department, 2122 Campus Dr SE, Rochester, MN 55904; 507-285-8323.

Project Title: Forest Lake Junir High School Description: Independent School District No. 83 1 is proposing a new Junior High School in Forest Lake Township adross Goodview Avenue from the Forest Lake Senior High School. The project includes the consmction of approximately a 161,000 square foot building, 200 car parking lot and athletic fields on this 65 acre site. Site grading will begin in the spring of 1999 and the opening of school is scheduled for fall of 2000. RGU: Washington County Contact Person: Dennis O'Donnell, Senior Land Use Specialist, Department of Health & Environment, 14946 - 62"d St North, PO Box 3803, Stillwater, MN 55082-3803; 651-430-6690.

Project Title: Tanner's Brook Limited Partnership Description: Tanner's Brook Limited Partnership is proposing a 198 acre golf course, complete with club house, maintenance facilities and driving range in Forest Lake Township. Two outlets are set aside for future development. A total of 233 acres is invloved in the project. RGU: Washington County Contact Person: Dennis O'Donnell, Senior Land Use Specialist, Department of Health & Environment, 14946 -

i 62"* St North, PO Box 3803, Stillwater, MN 55082-3803; 651-430-6690.

Project Title: Brooklyn Park Performing Arts Center , '< .. Description: The Minnesota Orchestral Association has assembled an EAW for an outdoor performing arts center

for musical concerts (maximum capacity of 19,000). From Memorial Day to Labor Day, the site will host 45 to 50 events with an average expected attendance of 8,500 people per event. The site is located at the intersection of W i e t k a Avenue North and 101" Avenue North in the city of Brooklyn Park. RGU: City of Brooklyn Park Contact Person: Howard Blin, Planning Director, City of Brooklyn Park, 5200 85" Ave N, Brooklyn Park, MN 55443-4300; 612-424-8000.


Go!d Nugget Residential Development, City of Monticello, October 12, 1998 (September 7, 1998)

Petition Filed The following petition bas been filed with the EQB requesting preparation of an EAW. The EQB has assigned the indicated unit of government to review this petition and decide on the need for an EAW.

Regal Cinema Development, City of Minnetonka

EAW Need Decision The noted responsible governmental unit bas made the following decision on the indicated date regarding the need for an EAW in response to a citizen's petition:

W Meadows of Verde Valley, Bums Township, October 13, 1998 -Petition denied Residential Commons, City of Northfield, October 22, 1998 - EAW ordered Cory Hotovec Finishing Pig Feedlot, MPCA, October 12, 1998 -Petition denied Upgrading Gary Hovel Hog Operation, MPCA, October 12, 1998 -Petition denied

EIS Adequacy Decision

The DNR has issued an adequacy decision on the EIS prepared for the proposed Iron Range OHVRA project located in the City of Gilbert, St. Louis County, Minnesota. The DNR has determined that the Final EIS is adequate.

AUAR Available Project Title: Red Wing Smart Park Development Description: The site is approximately 284 acres in size. Currently the Site is farmland and undeveloped wooded land. The Site is located south of Highway 61 on the western side of Red W i g . Approximately 43 acres of the Site are planned to be developed as a medical campus. Approximately 86 acres will be developed as light industrial property under the direction of the Red Wing Port Authoirty and 30 acres will be residential. Accordimg to the convenant and deed restrictions, no more than one acre of the entire 284 acre Site will he zoned commercial. This commercial area will most likely be a convenience store. It is possible gasoline andlor diesel fuel may be stored and sold at this property. The remaining approximately 124 acres will not be developed. The undeveloped areas will include open space in the steep area located along the southwest, south and central areas of the Site. RGU: City of Red Wing Contact Person: Brian Peterson, City Planner, Red Wing City Hall, PO Box 34, Red Wing, MN 55066; 612-388- 6734.

Final Adoption - AUAR On October 20, 1998, the Eagan City Council adopted the Grand Oak Business Park Alternative Urban Areawide Review'(AUAR)/Mitigation Plan document. The AUAR documents impacts anticipated to result from business park development planned for the triangular area bordered by 1-494, I-35E, TH 55 and TH 149 (Dodd Road) in northeast Dakota County. The document also specifies mitigation practices to be implemented in conjunction with the planned developments.

A draft of the document was released for a 30-day public comment period (August 10 through Sepiember 9, 1998) as announced in the EQB Monitor. The document was revised to reflect the comments received. The final document was distributed in conformance with Minnesota Rules Section 4410.3610. Subpart 5.D., and state agencies and the Mehopolitan Council were provided with the opportunity to file any objections to the document.

. . No objections were filed. After review ofthe documents during their October 20" meeting, the Eagan City Council / adopted the AUARiMitigation Plan. \I.

The Contact Person for the AUAR is Mr. Thomas A. Colbert, P.E., Director, Department of Public Works, 3830 Pilot Knob Road, Eagan, MN 55122-1897; 651-681-4646.

Public Meeting Notice - Minnesota Forest Resources Council

The Minnesota Forest Resources Council will meet at the Afton House Inn in Afton, MN on Thursday, November 19" and Friday, November 20". Both days' meetings will run from 9:30 a.m. until approximately 4:00 p.m. For more information on the Minnesota Forest Resources Council or this upcoming meeting please call the Council office at 65 1-603-0109 or visit the Council's web page at http://www.frc.state.mn.us/


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Next issue1Deadline: November 30, 1998November 20, 1998(Friday)

Environmental Quality Board Meeting The EQB will meet on November 18, 1998. The meeting will begin at 9:00 a.m. in the State Office Building, Hearing Room 10, 100 Constitution Street. The decision on the adequacy of the Dual Track Airport Planning Process Final Environmental Impact Statement(E1S) was tabled at the last meeting and therefore will be on the agenda for this meeting.

Environmental Assessment Worksheets-Comments due by December 16,1998

Project Title: Residential Development Dell Road and County Road 1, Eden Prairie Description: The proposed project is a 416-unit residential subdivision on 158 acres in Eden Prairie, Hennepin County. The subdivision will be served by municipal services. Nonresidential construction activities will include the construction of streets and stormwater treatment ponds. RGU: City of Eden Prairie Contact Person: Mike Franzen, City Planner, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie, MN 55344; 612-949-8485.

Project Title: Removal of the Frazee Dam on the Otter Tail River Description: The City of Frazee proposes to remove the Frazee Dam on the Otter Tail River in Becker County, Minnesota. Removal of the partially deteriorated dam will have a positive impact on the fisheries community. RGU: City of Frazee Contact Person: Teri Osterman, City ClerkITreasurer, Frazee City Hall, Frazee, MN 56544; 218-334-4991.

EIS Need Decision The responsible governmental units noted below have determined the following projects do not require preparation of an EIS. The dates given are, respectively, the date of the determination and the date the EAW notice was published in the EQB Monrtor.

Aspen Heights, Sherbume County, November 3, 1998 (August 10, 1998)

' Whispering Prairie Estates, Sherbume County, November 3, 1998 (August 10, 1998)

' Warpeha Second Addition, Sherbume County, November 3, 1998 (August 10, 1998)

' Wayzata Academy, Clty of Wayzata, November 4, 1998 (August 10,1998)

Cedar Wood Estates, Scott County, November 3, 1998 (July 27, 1998)

Walnut Ridge-Residential Subdivision, Scott County, November 3, 1998 (July 13, 1998)

Cottonwood Township Wastewater Treatment Facility, Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, November 2, 1998 (September 7, 1998)

CSAH 14 (Zane Avenue) Roadway Reconstruction from CSAH 109 (85'h Ave N) to CSAH 30(93rd Ave N) Brooklyn Park, Hennepin County, October 29, 1998 (September 21, 1998)


Lyn Hanson Hog Feedlot, Yellow Medicine County

Shqreline Fishing Development, St. Alban's Bay, Lake Minnetonka, D e p m e n t of Natural Resources


Gravel Mining Operation in French Lake Township, Wright County, November 3, 1998 - EAW Ordered

Notice of the Availability for Review of the Final Environmental , Impact Statement Vetter Mine, Le Sueur County

The Final Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the proposed UNIMN Vetter Mine is available for review and comment. The Final EIS responds to comments raised regarding the Draft EIS for this project. The Draft EIS addressed the anticipated environmental impacts of the proposed project.

The project is a proposed mine located in the City of Kasota and Kasota Township, Le Sueur County. The proposed project consists of the development of an open pit mine for the extraction of silica sand for the Jordan Sandstone. The 377.5 acre site will encompass a 250 to 275 acre open pit quany.

The Responsible Governmental Unit for the EIS is Le Sueur County. The Le Sueur County Board of Commissioners will determine the adequacy of the Final EIS at its meeting on December 8, 1998 at 10:45 a.m. at the Commissioners Room, Le Suew County Courthouse, Le Center, Minnesota. The Board's determination of adequacy will consider whether the EIS:

Includes topics required to be in the EIS or that were in the scoping document and does a reasonable job analyzing the topics Includes responses to comments of the Draft EIS Followed procedures for providing an opportunity for public comment of the EIS.

Copies of the Draft and Final EIS and supporting documents are available for review at the Le Sueur County Planning and Zoning Office located on County Highway 114, Le Center, Minnesota. Copies of the text of the Draft EIS and the Final EIS are available for review at the Minnesota Valley Regional Library, 100 East Main, Mankato, Minnesota and the St. Peter Public Library, 101 West Nassau Street.

Interested persons may comment in writing on the adequacy of the Final EIS. Comments must be received by 4:30 p.m. December 3, 1998. Comments should be directed to Michelle Mettler, Le Sueur County Planning and Zoning,

t, 88 South Park, Le Center, Minnesota 56057.

For more information on the Final EIS or to obtain a copy, please contact Michelle Mettler, Le Sueur County Planning and Zoning at the above address, or telephone 5071 357-2251 or 5071 931-5751.

Notice of Meetings: Minnesota Forest Resources Council Landscape Program


1. Landscape Committee Meeting - December 1, 1998 from 10:OO a.m. -Noon; Natural Resources Research Institute, room 301, Duluth, Minnesota. ~dmmit tee is meeting to review progress to date; discuss evaluation of the pilot North East Regional committee process; develop future plans for establishing committees in other landscape regions.

2. Working Group Meetings - North East Regional Forest Resource Committee: Community Outreach and Education

December 2, 1998 from 9:00 a.m. -Noon; Natural Resources Research Institute (NRRI), room 301 Landscape Coordination

December 10, 1998 from 10:OO a.m. - 2:00 p.m.; NRRI room 435 Assessment and Monitoring

December 16, 1998 from 10:OO a.m. - 2:00 p.m.; NRRI room 435 '~,% . ' Convener Group

January 7, 1999 from 9:00 a.m. - 1.00 p.m.; NRRI room 301

Wildlife Research Projects

The DNR Section of Wildlife, Research Unit is planning one wetland reclamation during December, 1998. The project involves application of rotenone, a federal and state approved pesticide, to remove undesirable fish species that impact waterfowl habitat. This project is part of a research effort to evaluate impacts of fish and aquatic invertebrates available to waterfowl. Endangered or threatened species are not present at this site. Specifics on the project are as follows:

DNR Wildlife Wetland Research Project, Otter Tail County. One wetland research site will be treated with rotenone during December 1998. All distribution will be done through the ice at this site. Wetland concentrations are to be 150 ppb. The wetland to be treated is located on the Morrison Waterfowl Production Area (T131N, R41W, S30). Comments or questions regarding this project should be addressed to: Mark Hanson, Wildlife Research Biologist, 102 - 2Yd Street North East, Bemidji, Minnesota 56601.

Public Hearing for Hennepin County Project 9320 S.P. 27-601-27

Pursuant to the provisions of Title 23, United States Code, Section 128, notice is hereby given that the Hennepin County Transportation Department will sponsor a public hearing in the Eden Prairie City Hall, Council Chambers, located at 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie, Minnesota on November 24, 1998 at 7:00 p.m. The purpose of the hearing will be to discuss the major design features and the social, economic, and environmental effects of proposed

( improvements to County State Aid Highway (CSAH) 1 (Pioneer Trail) between Trunk Highway 212 and Hennepin Town Road in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. An Environmental Assessment (EA), which supports a determination that

the proposed actlon will have no significant effect on the quality of the human environment, has been prepared for the project.

Pursuant to the Minnesota State Env~ronmental Quality Board Rules, the EA will also serve as a State Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EAW), and a 30-day review and comment period will end November 18, 1998.

The purpose of the proposed project is to improve safety, to accommodate present and future traffic volumes, to improve operational characteristics of the roadway and to replace the pavement structure, which has deteriorated to the point where overlaying the existing pavement is not an option. Also included are combined pedestrianlbicycle paths on each side of the roadway.

The EA will be available for public inspection and copying at the Hennepin County Public Works Facility, 1600 Prairie Drive, Medina, Minnesota. The project has minor wetland involvement and noise impacts. Non-significant floodplain encroachments will occur on this project and are discussed in a Floodplain Analysis attached to the EA. Maps, drawings and other pertinent information relating to the project will be available at the Public Works Facility. Copies of the EA will also he available for viewing at the Eden Prairie County Library (located at 479 Prairie Center Drive, Eden Prairie, Minnesota), and at the Eden Prairie City Offices (located at 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie, Minnesota).

Questions regarding this project may be directed to: Craig Twinem, Senior Project Manager, Hennepin County at 6121 745-7653.

Written statements and other exhibits in place of, or in addition to, oral statements will be accepted at the hearing and for a ten-day period following the hearing and will be made part of the official record. Written statements should he sent to Bruce Polaczyk, P.E., Design Engineer; Hennepin County Transportation Department, 1600

,"- Prairie Drive, Medina, Minnesota 55343-8468. Said letter must he postmarked no later than December 4, 1998.

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The Minnesota Forest Resources Council will meet at the Afton House Inn in Afton, MN on Thursday, November 19" and Friday, November 20h. Both days' meetings will run from 9:30 a.m. until approximately 4:00 p.m. For more information on the Minnesota Forest Resources Council or this upcoming meeting please call the Council office at 65 1-603-0109 or visit the Council's web page at http://www.frc.state.mn.us/

Notifications of Genetically Engineered Organisms For additional information, contact Mary Hanks at the Minnesota Department of Agriculture, 65 1-296-1277.

File Number

Transgenic Rhizobial Bacteria - Commercial Use Exemption Urbana Laboratories, a subsidiary of Research Seeds Inc., has requested an exemption from the Minnesota Department of Agriculture's Genetically Engineered Organism Release Permit for rhizobial bacteria P92-403, Sinorhizobium meliloti RMBPC-2, an alfalfafsweet clover nitrogen fixing inoculant. S. meliloti strain PC to enhance its nitrogen fixation and nutrient utilization capabilities. Antibiotics resistance marker genes were also ,. added to this rhizobial bacterium for use in isolating this bacterial strain under laboratory and field conditions. This

, ,. rhizobial bacterial strain is no longer regulated under EPA guidelines. Under this exemption, Urbana Laboratories

98-NO-082 98-NO-083

Company

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Crop

Com Corn

Project County

Insect Resistance Herbicide Tolerance

Goodhue Goodhue

would be allowed to commercially manufacture up to 500,000 pounds of this microbial seed inoculant each year , without further regulation. For additional information contact Mary Hanks at 651-296-1277.

Transgenic Herbicide Tolerant Canola - USDA Comment Period USDAIAPHIS has announced that Monsanto Company has petitioned for a determination of nonregulated status for a canola line that has been genetically engineered to tolerate the herbicide glyphosate (Petition No 98-098-1) This action would allow Monsauto to grow and distribute its genetically engineered canola without further USDA permits. A copy of the petition can be obtained by calling Kay Peterson, USDA-APHIS, 301-734-4885. The USDA comment period ends on December 15, 1998. An original and three copies of comments should be sent to Docket No. 98-089-1, Regulatory Analysis and Development, PPD, APHIS, USDA, Suite 3C03,4700 Bver Road Unit 118, Riverdale, MD 20737-1237. Comments will also be accepted by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture through December 10, 1998 to be transmitted to USDA. For additional information contact Mary Hanks at 65 1-296-1277.


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Next issuemeadline: December 14, 1998/December 7, 1998

Environmental Quality Board Meeting The Environmental Quality Board met November 18, 1998 and determined that the fmal environmental impact statement for the MinneapolisISt. Paul Dual Track was adequate. Approved the final report on Review of the Sustainable Development Initiative-Recommendations on Institutionalizing Sustainable Development in State Government.

l Environmental Assessment Worksheets-Comments due by I December 30,1998

Project Title: State Aid Projects No. 09-622-01 & 09-622-02 Description: Adjoining projects S.A.P 09-622-01 & 09-622-02 on CSAH 22 in Carlton County: total 8.9 miles, with 2.6 miles "new" alignment (curve re-alignments). Rural highway construction between SW comer, 23-47-21 and 292 meters north & 420 meters west of NW corner, 29-48-21. Clearing, grading, bridge and culvert removals, culvert installations gravel surfacing. RGU: Carlton County Highway Dept Contact Person: Blaine Pearson, PO Box 120, Courthouse, Carlton, MN 55718; 218-384-9103.

Project Title: Stark Gravel Site Description: Bauerly Bros Inc proposes to mine the described property (Stark pit) for the extraction, processing, washing, crushing and storage of aggregate materials to be used in construction of State, county, township, and other local roadways. Operations will involve the excavation of soils to the approximate elevation of 1,000 feet. Mining will be done in phases of 5 acre increments. Restoration will begin on the previous five acres at the opening of subsequent 5 acres. Timeline on restoration is as follows: Crushing and washing of aggregate material will be accomplished with portable cmshing and washing machines (diagram of layouts included). Operations will occur approximately 3-4 times a year for approximately 14 to 21 working days. RGU: Sherburne County Zoning

( Contact Person: Nancy Riddle, Assistant Zoning Administrator, 13880 Hwy 10, Elk River, MN 55330; 612-241- , ,, .. . 2900.

Project Title: Cumberland Hills Residential Development !,' . ,

Description: The proposed project consists of 51 2.5 acre residential lots and 3.5 acre residential lots with private sewer and water systems. The develop~nent would he serviced by paved roads and right of way which met minimum

! . township standards and covers approximately 13.9 acres of the 170 acre project. The project is expected to be

completed in 4 phases, 1 phase each year for 4 years. Improvements will be made using typical construction standards and crosion control measures will be taken. Current land use is agricultural. RGU: Sherbume County Zoning Contact Person: Nancy Riddle, Assistant Zoning Administrator, 13880 Hwy 10, Elk River, MN 55330; 612-241 2900.

Project Title: Howard and Mud Lake Reclamation Project Description: The MDNR proposes water quality and habitat improvements on Howard and Mud Lakes by eliminating existing roughfish populations in the Winter or Fall, 1999. Chemical or non-chemical means can meet project objectives. Chemical approaches use the pesticide rotenone. The nonchemical approach induces a winter fishkill. Gamefish restocking is planned post-project RGU: Minnesota Deparhnent of Natural Resources Contact Person: Thomas Balcom, Supervisor, OMBS Environmental Review & Assistance Unit, MDNR, 500 Lafayette Road, St. Paul, MN 55155-4010.

Project Title: The Penninsula on the Mississippi First Addition Description: The project proposes to develop the non-riparian lots adjacent to the plat The Peninsula on the Mississippi. The plat of the Peninsula on the Mississipi borders on Stump Lake. The new plat will be called The Peninsula on the Mississippi First Addition. It will include 23 lots ranging in size up to 10 acres. This new plat will not require the development of any new roads as land owners will use the roads which have already been constructed for the Peninsula on the Mississippi. The land for the new plat is at least 66% farm land with some wooded areas. The existing farm house and out buildings will remain as is and will included as the 10 acre parcel. The septic system on this parcel was updated to current codes in the spring of 1998. Lots that are purchased for building sites will have new wells dug and septic systems installed. The site includes 5-112 acres of wetlands which will remain in their natural state and as such no mitigation will be necessary. RGU: Beltrarni County Planning & Zoning Contact Person: Bill Patnaude, Environmental Services Officer, 619 Beltrami Avenue, Bemidji, MN 56601; 218- 759-4158.


Anoka County, Anoka County State Aid Highway 17 Reconstruction, November 16, 1998 (September 7, 1998)

Olmsted County Board, River Ridge Development, November 17, 1998 (October 5, 1998)

MPCA, Avecor Cardiovascular Inc, November 12, 1998 (September 21, 1998)

Council of Wayzata, Wayzata Academy, November 4, 1998 (August 10, 1998)

MPCA, Southern Minnesota Beet Sugar Cooperative Factory and Wastewater Treatment Facility, November 5, 1998 (September 7,1998)

DNR, Taconite Harbor Public Access and Harbor of Refuge, November 12, 1998 (October 5, 1998)

City of Jordan, Pearson Property Development, Timberline First Addition, October 5, 1998 (December 29, 1997)

Public Meeting Notice - Minnesota Forest Resources Council The Minnesota Forest Resources Council will meet at the Best Western Edgewater in Duluth, MN on Thursday, December 17Ih and Friday, December 18Ih. Both days' meetings will run from 9:30 a.m. until approximately 4:00 p.m. For more information on the Minnesota Forest Resources Council or this upcoming meeting please call the Council office at 651-603-0109 or visit the Council's web page at http:l/www.frc.state.mn.us/

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Next issue/l)eadliue: December 28, 1998lDecember 18, 1998(Friday)

Environmental Quality Board Meeting The Environmental Quality Board will meet on December 17,1998 in Hearing Room 10 of the State Office Building beginning at 9:00 a.m.. Agenda items include the scoping decision on the Generic Environmental Impact Statement on Animal Agriculture and a background presentation on Global Warming in Minnesota.

Environmental Assessment Worksheets-Comments due by January 13,1999

Project Title: Oakbrooke Residential Development Description: This project would involve the construction of 313 residential units on approximately 117 acres. The unit breakdown would consist of the following: 169 single family detached townhome units and 144 single family units. RGU: City of Eagan Contact Person: Michael Ridley, Senior Planner, 3830 Pilot Knob Road, Eagan, MN 55122; 612-681-4600.

Project Title: Richfield Urban Village . Description: The Richfield Urban Village Project involves the redevelopment of a 14.4 acre site at the southeast comer of Lyndale Avenue South and 66Ih Street. The proposed mixed-use site will include office space, retail and restaurant space, an assisted living facility, and mid-density housing. It is in agreement with the City of Richfield's Comprehensive Plan (1997-2007) which has identified this area for Regional CommerciaVOffice use. RGU: City of Richfield Contact Person: Bruce Nordquist, Housing and Redevelopment Manager, 6700 Portland Avenue South, Richfield, MN 55423-2599; 612-861-9777.

Project Title: CSAH 28, SAP 47-628-06 Description: Meeker County is proposing to rebuild CSAH 28 from Trunk Highway # 4 in section 9 of Danielson Township to the west county line in section 7 of Danielson Township. This project will include regarding the road top, slopes and ditches, replacing culverts and all other necessary work. This project also includes the relocation of approximately %mile of road, south of Rosendale Townsite. RGU: Meeker County Highway Department Contact Person: Gordon Regenscheid, 325 Sihley Avenue North, Litchfield, MN 55355; 320-693-5360.

Project Title: Richards Townsite Shoreline Stabilization Project - Lake Winnibigoshish Description: The DNR proposes to stabilize approximately 6,000 feet of eroded shoreline between the Richards Townsite public access and Judd's Resort on the south shore of Lake Winnibigoshish. Rock rip-rap will be installed in a band two feet thick extending approximately 30 feet lakeward from the existing toe of the bank. RGU: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Contact Person: Rebecca Wooden, Environmental Planner, 500 Lafayette Road, Box 10, St. Paul, MN 55155- 4010; 651-297-3355.

Project Title: StarWBanerly Bros. Gravel Site Description: Proposed gravel mining operation on 38 acres of farmland to be done in 5 acre increments to 1000' elevation level in Sec. 2, Haven Township, Sherbume County. On-site operation includes mining, processing, washing, crushing and storage of aggregate. RGU: Sherbume County Zoning Contact Person: Nancy Riddle, Assistant Zoning Administrator, 13880 Hwy 10, Elk River, MN 55330; 612-241- 2900.

Project,Title: County Waste Management Permit by Rule Demolition Debris Landfill Description: CWM proposes to operate a demolition debris land disposal facility (Facility) with a resource recovery component. The Facility will have a design capacity of 15,000 cubic yards of inplace demolition debris. This size of Facility will meet the permit-by-rule definitions contained in Minn. Rules chapter 7035 and the Goodhue County Waste Management Ordinance. In addition to a maximum disposal capacity, the Facility shall not operate for more than 12 months under the permit-by-rule definitions. RGU: Goodhue County Contact Person: Myrna Halbach, P.E., Solid Waste Administrator, PO Box 408, Red Wing, MN 55066; 651-385- 3101.

Project Title: American Express Client Service Center Description: The project is the construction of an approximately 945,000 gross square feet, 14-story office building in downtown Minneapolis for the American Express Financial Corporation Client Service Center. The project consists of general office areas and four levels of parking that will contain up to 675 parking spaces. The project's compatibility with city plans and policies planning has been studied, as have its effects on transportation, air quality, shadows, and wind. There will be a public information meeting on Tuesday, January 5, 1999 at 5:00 p.m., Room 220, City Hall. RGU: City of Minneapolis Contact Person: J. Michael Orange, City Planner, Room 210, City Hall, 350 S. 5Ih Street, Minneapolis, MN 55415-1385; 612-673-2347.

Project Title: Professional Office Building, Minnesota Life Corporate Expansion Project, St. Paul Description: The Minnesota Life corporate expansion project consists of an L-shaped office building in downtown St. Paul. The two-level facility will be approximately 631,000 gross square feet, with one level of nine stories and other level thirteen stories. The project site is bounded by Sixth Street, Robert Street, Minnesota Street, and Seventh Place This facility will be composed of general office space, retail commercial space, and parking stalls. Minnesota Life will have approximately 2,900 associates in the general office space, and 930 parking stalls are planned in four below-ground levels. The first two above-ground levels will be occupied by retail commercial space, and the project will be connected to the skyway system by four new corridors. The project is planned to be completed in the year 2000. RGU: City of St. Paul Contact Person: Allen Lovejoy, Principal Planner, 15 West Kellogg Blvd, St. Paul, MN; 651-266-6576.

Project Title: Brooklyn Park Performing Arts Center Description: The Minnesota Orchestral Association is republishing a revised EAW for an outdoor performing arts center for musical concerts (maximum capacity of 19,000). From Memorial Day to Labor Day, the site will host 45 to 50 events with an average expected attendance of 8,500 people per event. The site is located at the intersection of Winnetka Avenue North and 101" Avenue North in the city of Brooklyn Park.

/ , RGU: City of Brooklyn Park .. Contact Person: Howard Blin, Planning Director, City of Brooklyn Park, 5200 8jth Ave N, Brooklyn Park, MN

55443-4300; 612-424-8000. Editors Note: This EAW was first announced in the November 2, 1998 Monitor.

Project Title: Otter Creek Gravel Mining Description: Otter Creek, LLC, is proposing to mine and process gravel from 35 acres of an 80 acre parcel as well as store and process (recycle) concrete and asphalt rubble. Tbc parcel is located in the NW 'h of the SW % of Sec. 10, T-121, R-25. RGU: Monticello Orderly Annexation Board Contact Person: Tom Salkowski, Wright Co. P&Z Administrator, 10 2"d St. NW, Buffalo, MN 55313; 612-682- 7338.


Washington County, Wynstone Golf Club, November 17, 1998 (October 5, 1998)


Subdivision on Island Lake, 55N, R 21 W, Saint Louis County

Residential Development North of Wells Lake, City of Faribault

Kichner Feedlot, Steele County

Association Free Lutheran Bible School Project, City of Plymouth

Shafer Contracting Co, Excavation of sand/gravel, Mount Zion Cemetery, City of Maplewood

Subdivision and road on West Silent Lake, Otter Tail County


Dakota County, Ger-Bes Enterprises Feedlot, November 18, 1998 -Petition Denied

Draft EIS Available

Project: WISPARK Rice Creek Corporate Park Description: The proposed project is a mixed use development on a 230 acre project site in the southeast quadrant of I-35W and County Road J in the Cityof Shoreview. The project site will include approximately 105 acres of business park, office and commercial uses, 46 acres of medium density residential uses, 10 acres of recreation open space and 55 acres for wetlands, ponds and scenic easements. A total of 1,293,000 gross square feet of commercial and industrial land use is proposed, together with 304 attached residential wits. The proposed project includes the construction of Rice Creek Parkway, a new north-south collector connecting County Road I and County Road J.

,-~ Construction of the proposed project is expected to begin in the spring of 1999. RGU: City of Shoreview

i' Contact Person: Tom Simonson, Assistant City Manger/Community Development Director, City of Shoreview, 4600 North Victoria Sheet, Shoreview, MN 55126; 612-490-4612. Public Meeting: January 7, 1999 at 6:30 p.m. at the Shoreview City Hall, Council Chambers Comment Deadline: January 21,1998 and directed to Mr. Tom Simonson at the above address

Project: Construction of New Willmar Municipal Airport Description: The City of Willmar proposed to construct a replacement airport approximately one mile west of the current facility. The proposed action consists of a 5,500 foot primary mnway, a 3,200 foot crosswind runway and various support buildings. Also required will be partial abandonment of 60Ih Street SW, the removal of 5 homes, the relocation of 16 people, power line relocatio~urial, and the relocation of one agriculture-related business. The existing terminal building and associated buildings would be demolished andlor moved to the new facility. Once the replacement facility is complete, it is anticipated that the current airport site would be platted by the City or a developer for industrial park uses. RGU: City of Willmar Contact Person: Bruce Peterson, Director, Planning and Development Services, City Office Building, 333 SW 6Ih Street, Willmar, MN 56201; 320-235-831 1. Public Meeting: January 19, 1999 at 7:00 p.m. in the Willmar Municipal Utilities Bldg, 700 West Litchfield Avenue. Comment Deadline: January 27,1999

Notices

Project Title: U.S. Filter Recovery Services, Inc. RCRA Part B Permit Renewal and Expansion Description: U.S. Filter Recovery Services, Inc. (USFRS) is applying for reissuance of a RCRA Part B Permit to continue to operate a hazardous waste treatment and storage facility. This facility has operated at this location in Ramsey County for over 10 years. This reissuance will include the option to add storage and treatment capacity through the construction of a 80 foot by 200 foot building. If constructed, it would be added 1 to 3 years after the reissuance of the permit. Copies of the EAW will be posted on the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Web site at the following: http://www.pca.state.mn.us/news RGU: MPCA Contact Person: Raymond T. Bissonnette, Project Manager, Policy and Planning Section, Metro District, 520 Lafayette Road, St. Paul, MN 55155; 651-297-8588.

Project Title: City of Jordan, Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Description: The City of Jordan is proposing to upgrade its existing wastewater treatment facility from a stabilization pond system to an extended aeration activated sludge mechanical treatment facility with a continuous discharge. The proposed upgrade would increase capacity at the WWTF from an average wet weather (AWW) flow of 0.623 million gallons per day to an AWW flow of 1.289 mgd. Discharge would continue to be to Sand Creek a tributary of the Minnesota River. Copies of the EAW will be posted on the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Web site at the following: http://www.pca.state.mn.us/news RGU: MPCA Contact Person: Kevin J. Kain, Project Manager, Operations and Planning Section, Metro District, 520 Lafayette Road, St. Paul, MN 55155; 651-296-7432.

Notice of Intent to Hold State Metallic Minerals Lease Sale State Lands to be Offered for Metallic Minerals Exploration The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources announces that plans are being developed to hold the state's twenty-third sale of metallic minerals exploration and mining leases. The sale is tentatively scheduled for April 1999. The lease plans are being announced at this time in order to give mining companies, public interest groups and all other interested parties additional time to review the areas under consideration.

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The purpose of Minnesota's metallic minerals rules (Minnesota Rules, parts 6125.0100 - ,0700 is to promote and regulate the exploration for, mining and removal of metallic minerals on state-owned and state-administered lands. These rules, and the leases issued under these rules, authorize exploration and development of these minerals and impose certain requirements on the lessee. The requirements include: the payment of rentals that increase with the passage of time, the payment of royalty for all ore mined and removed, the submission of data and other reports, and the addressing of environmental considerations. In addition, the state lessee must comply with all applicable regulatory laws.

The areas under consideration for the lease sale cover portions of Aitkin, Beltrarni, Carlton, Itasca, Koochiching, Lake of the Woods, Roseau, and Saint Louis Counties. Some of the lands being considered have been offered in previous metallic minerals lease sales, but based upon the interest shown by industry, new geologic data, and exploration techniques developed during the past few years, it is felt that within these lands there is significant potential for the discovery of mineral resources. Certain new lands of interest are also being considered for the lease sale.

The exact time and place of the lease sale will be announced by legal notice at least thirty (30) days prior to the sale. Mining ynit books, listing the state lands to be offered at the lease sale, will he available for inspection or purchase at that t h e .

A map showing the general areas under consideration may be obtained fiom the Division of Minerals, Box 45, 500 Lafayette Road, Saint Paul, MN 55155-4045, telephone 651-296-4807.

Public Meeting Notice - Minnesota Forest Resources Council The Minnesota Forest Resources Council will meet at the Best Western Edgewater in Duluth, MN on Thursday, December 17". The meeting will run from 9:30 a.m. until approximately 5:00 p.m. In the event more time is

,.r . ', needed to complete the month's business, the meeting will extend to Friday, December lgth. For more information , , on the Minnesota Forest Resources Council or this upcoming meeting please call the Council office at 65 1.603-

0109 or visit the Council's web page at http://www.frc.state.mn.us/


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December 28 1998 Volume 22, No. 39

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Environmental Assessment Worksheets-Comments due by January 27,1999

Project Title: Trunk Highway 47 Reconstruction Description: The proposed project involves the reconstruction of Trunk Highway 47 within the City of Ramsey from approximately 142"* Avenue North to 15Yd Avenue. The project will be approximately 1.5 miles in length

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and will include upgrading TH 47 from a two-lane rural highway to a two-lane divided rural section with turn lanes at major intersection. The project will also include the extension of existing Sunwood Drive east to connect with TH 47. RGU for TH 47: Minnesota Department of Transportation Contact Person: Gregory Felt, MDOT, Metropolitan Division State Aid Engineer, 1500 W County Road B2, Roseville, MN 55 1 13: 65 1-582- 1404. RGU for Sunwood Drive: City of Ramsey Contact Person: Steven Jankowski, City of Ramsey, City Engineer, 15153 Nowthen Blvd, Ramsey, MN 55303; 612-427-1410.

Project Title: Minnesota Aggregates Gravel Pit Description: The proposed project will convert a maximum of 80 acres of a 120 acre dairy farm to gravel mining. The proposed project will occur over a 15 to 20 year period and will alter 40 wooded acres and 40 hay field acres to depleted gravel pit and wetlands. During the life of the project there will be dust noise and odors generated by operation of excavating and loading equipment, and trucks hauling gravel. The property fronts on County State Aid Highway #4. also known as the Rice Lake Road. Access to the pit will be from West Pioneer Road on the south end of the subject property. Sunshine Lake is located to the north of the project area and there are existing residential structures within 1,200 feet of the proposed gravel mine. The project also calls for crushing and washing operations and occasionally a small asphalt plant which would also generate dust, noise and odors. The depleted gravel mine would be converted to residential uses and wildlife habitat with ponds and wooded areas. RGU: Gnesen Township Contact Person: Gunnar Johnson. Clure Eaton Butler, 222 West Superior Street. Skywalk Level, Suite 200, Duluth, MN 55802-1907: 218-722-0528.

Project Title: Koch Refinery-Liquefield Petroleum Gas (LPG) Storage and Loading Facility Description: Koch is proposing to construct and operate a new Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) storage sphere (tank) with a capacity of 1.461,83 1 gallons. The project also includes loading pumps, loading arms, and a new railroad spur and a rail car loading platform. In addition, Koch has requested that permitting for a proposed

hydrogen plant proceed separately from the Part 70 Permit and its associated EAW. The proposed hydrogen plant , ~

was described in the 1997 EAW for the Pan 70 permit. Although no longer required to have an EAW because the !

potential emissions from the hydrogen plant have been reduced, it was added to this EAW to track its resolution. A copy of the EAW will be posted on the MPCA3s website at the following: http:llwww.pca.state.mn.us~news RGU: MPCA Contact Person: Barbara Conti? Project Manager, Policy and Planning Section, Metro District, 520 Lafayette Road, St. Paul MN 55155; 612-296-6703.

Project Title: County State Aid Highway 78 (Hanson ~ l v d ) Reconstruction Description: An existing two-lane segment of County State Aid Highway 78,2.3 km (1.4 miles) long in the City of Coon Rapids, MN, is proposed to be reconstructed and widened to four lanes to meet the current and projected traffic volumes. An open house and public hearing on the project will be held in Coon Rapids? Minnes0ta.a t the Coon Rapids City Hall, 1 1 155 Robinson Drive NW, on January 26, 1999 from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers. The public hearing and formal presentation will begin at 6:00 p.m. An Environmental Assessment, along with maps, drawings and other pertinent information relating to the project are available.for public inspection and copying at the County Engineer's office at the address given below. RGU; Anoka County Highway Department Contact Person: Jon Olson, P.E., County Engineer, 1440 Bunker Lake Boulevard NW, Andover, MN 55304; 612- 754-3520.

Project Title: Presidential Commons Housing Development & Northfield Community Resource Center Description: Construction of a 56,100 square foot Northfield Community Resource Center and 84 unit residential townhome development within the City of Northfield. The site is located on 21.2 acres of abandoned farmland just west of the Northfield High School and north of Jefferson Parkway. There are no wetlands within the site. RGU: City of Northfield Contact Person: Randy PetersonlKim Johnson, 801 Washington St, Northfield, MN 55057-2598; 507-645- 30091507-645-3005.

Project Title: Paynesville Municipal Airport Commission Description: The City of Paynesville is proposing to construct a new airfield. Construction of the new Paynesville Municipal Airport will consist of paving and lighting a new 3,200 foot runway. In addition, a new terminal area is proposed to the north of the runway. RGU: City of Paynesville Contact Person: Denny Wilde, City Administrator, 221 Washburne Ave, Paynesville, MN 56362-1697,320-243- 3714.

Project Title: Timberwood Ponds Description: Timberwood Ponds Inc., developer, is proposing to conven 120 acres of open, wooded and wetlands into a single family residential subdivision. Zoning is currently RRll two acre minimum lot size. The homes are proposed to have private wells and on-site septic systems. Soils predominantly Zimmerman loamy fine sand. RGU: Chisago County Contact Person: Marion Heemsbergen, Environmental Services Director, 3L3 North Main Street, Room 243, Government Center_ Center City, MN 55012; 651-213-0447,

Project Title: Elk River Crossing Description: The proposed project consists of development of a 70.02 acre parcel zone for planned unit development. Up to 406.375 square feet of commerciallretailloffice space, a 65 unit motel, and the related parking lots, service road. and the extension of city sewer and water are planned as part of the proposed project. RGU: City of Elk River , Contact Person: Stephen Rohlf, Building and Zoning Administrator, City of Elk River, 13065 Orono Parkway, PO Box 490, Elk River. MN 55330; 612-441-4904.

Editors Note: This is a revised EAW originally noticed December 14,1998 Project Title: Brooklyn Park Performing Arts Center Description: The Minnesota Orchestral Association is republishing a revised EAW for an outdoor performing arts center for musical concerts (maximum capacity of 19,000). From Memorial Day to Labor Day, the site will host 45 to 50 events with an average expected attendance of 8,500 people per event. The site is located at the intersection of Winnetka Avenue North and 101" Avenue North in the city of Brooklyn Park. RGU: City of Brooklyn Park Contact Person: Howard Blin, Planning Director. City of Brooklyn Park, 5200 85Ih Ave N, Brooklyn Park, MN 55443-4300; 612-424-8000.

Editors Note: The following MPCA EAW announcement was inadvertantly placed under NOTICES in the 12/14/98 Monitor. Comments are due by January 13,1999 Project Title: U.S. Filter Recovery Services, Inc. RCRA Par t B Permit Renewal and Expansion Description: U.S. Filter Recovery Services, Inc. (USFRS) is applying for reissuance of a RCRA Part B Permit to continue to operate a hazardous waste treatment and storage facility. This facility has operated at this location in Ramsey County for over I0 years. This reissuance will include the option to add storage and treatment capacity through the construction of a 80 foot by 200 foot building. If constructed, it would he added 1 to 3 years after the reissknce of the permit. Copies of the EAW will be posted on the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Web site at the following: http:llwww.pca.state.mn.uslnews RGU: MPCA Contact Person: Raymond T. Bissonnene, Project Manager, Policy and Planning Section, Metro District, 520 Lafayene Road, St. Paul, MN 55155; 651-297-8588.

Editors Note: The following MPCA EAW announcement was inadvertantly placed under NOTICES in the 12/14/98 Monitor. Comments a re due by January 13,1999

< Project Title: City of Jordan, Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvement Description: The City of Jordan is proposing to upgrade its existing wastewater treatment facility from a stabilization pond system to an extended aeration activated sludge mechanical treatment facility with a continuous discharge. The proposed upgrade would increase capacity at the WWTF from an average wet weather (AWW) flow of 0.623 million gallons per day to an AWW flow of 1.289 mgd. Discharge would continue to be to Sand Creek a tributary of the Minnesota River. Copies of the EAW will be posted on the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Web site at the following: http:llwww.pca.state.mn.uslnews RGU: MPCA Contact Person: Kevin J . Kain: Project Manager, Operations and Planning Section, Metro District, 520 Lafayette Road, St. Paul, MN 55155; 651-296-7432.


Kandiyohi County. Gravel Mining Burbank Township, December 14, I998 (November 2, 1998)

MPCA, "Kondirator" Metal Shredder, December 8. 1998


Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, St. Albans Bay Shoreline Fishing Development Project, ,(' , December 9, 1998 -Petition. denied !. %. ,, ',

Draft EIS Available

Project: Phalen Boulevard Description: Proposal to construct Phalen Boulevard on a new alignment from I-35E to Johnson Parkway, a length of4.3 km (2.6 mi.), in the city of St. Paul, Ramsey County, Minnesota.. The new facility would be a four-lane roadway between I-35E and Arcade Street and a two-lane roadway between Arcade Street and Johnson Parkway. Two of the three build alternatives include reconstruction of I-35E between 1-94 and Maryland Avenue and replacement of the existing Pennsylvania interchange with a new interchange at Cayuga Street. RGU: City of St. Paul Contact Person: Nancy Frick, City Hall Annex, 25 West 4Ih Street, St. Paul, MN 55102; 651-266-6554. Public Meeting: Wednesday, January 27, 1999, St. Paul City Hall, 15 W. Kellogg Boulevard. St. Paul. MN. A formal hearing will begin at 6:00 p.m. and will be preceded by an informal open house from 3 3 0 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Comment Deadline: Accepted through February 10, 1999

Project: New Willmar Municipal Airport Description: The City of Willmar is proposing to construct an aviation facility to replace the existing Wilhnar Munioipal Airport. The proposed project consists of land acquisition and the development of aviation facilities such as taxiways, aprons, and buildings. Airport development will require the relocation of 5 residences, one agriculture- related business and the acquisition of approximately 765 acres of land in fee and easement to meet Federal Aviation Administration requirements. RGU: City of Willmar Contact Person: Bruce Peterson, Director, Planning and Development Services, City Office Building, 333 SW 6Ih Street, Willmar, Mii 56201; 320-235-831 I. Public Meeting: January 19, 19999 at 7:00 p.m. in the Willmar Municipal Utilities Building, 700 West Litchfield Avenue. Comment Deadline: January 27, 19999 d

Final EIS Available

Project: 1000 Nicollet Phase I1 Description: The public comment period for the Draft EIS closed on October 27, 19998. The proposed project is Phase I1 of the I000 Nicollet project and is planned to accommodate consolidation and relocation of Target's office staff primarily from their current facilities in the Multifoods Tower, Target growth and expansion, and accommodations of other Dayton Hudson Corporation offices. The 1000 Nicollet Phase I1 project will contain approximately 1,235,000 gross square feet(g.s.f.) of general office and support areas, approximately 15.000 g.5.f. of retail space, and two levels of underground parking to accommodate approximately 260 parking spaces. RGU: City of Minneapolis Contact Person: J. Michael Orange, Minneapolis Planning Department, City of Minneapolis, Room 210 City Hall. 350 South Fifth Street, Minneapolis. MN 55415-1385; 612-673-2347. Public Meeting and Comment: January 13, 1998 at 7:00 p.m. in the Plaza C room (first floor next to cafeteria) of the TC Building of the Minneapolis Community and Technical College. located at 1501 Hennepin Avenue. Minneapolis, MN.

EIS Adequacy Decision LeSueur County has issued an adequacy decision on the EIS prepared for the UNlMIN Vetter Mine project located in Kasota Township and the City of Kasota on December 8, 1998.

The M~nnesota Department of Transportation has issued an adequacy dec~sion on the FEISlAddendum prepared for work proposed on Interstate 35W from 42 Street South in Minneapolis to Interstate 494 in Richfield. MnlDOT has determined that the Final ElSlAddendum is adequate.

Notice and Order for Hearing - There will be a public hearing on the matter of the Alteration of a Cross-Section of the St. Croix River by Lee and Genevieve Rossow Without a Permit from the Commissioner of Natural Resources on February 2, 1999, at 9:00 a.m., at The River View Room in the Stillwater City Hall.

The issue for the hearing is whether Lee and Genevieve Rossow shall be required to comply with the Findings of Fact and Order of the Commissioner of Natural Resources dated November 24, 1997, directing that Lee and Genevieve Rossow remove the deck and boathouse from the bed of the St. Croix River and to not reinstall it during the open-water season commencing in 1998 or thereafter. and pay associated inspection fees. The location of the project is 4416 South River Road, Northwest Quarter, Section 26, Township 26 North, Range 20 West, in Washington County, Minnesota. The relevant law and rules includes, but need not be limited to, Minn. Stat. ch. lO3G, with particular attention to $5 l03G.24S1 103G. 251, 103G251, 103G.301, lO3G.31 1; Minn. Stat. $ 5 103A.201; and Minn. R. 61 15.0150 to 61 15.0272. with particular anention to Minn. R. 61 I5.0190_ 61 15,0210, 61 15.0245 of the Office of Administrative Hearings 100 Washington Square, Suite 1700, Minneapolis Minnesota 55401, telephone (6 12) 349-2543.

The hFaring will be conducted before Administrative Law Judge Allan W. Klein. The hearing is held pursuant to the Commissioner of Natural Resources authority in Minn. Stat. $5 103G.251, 103G.31 I and 103G.3 15 and will be conducted pursuant to Minn. Stat. ch. 14 and Minn. R. 1400.5100 to 1400.8400, which provides for the parties procedural rights, and which may be purchased from Minnesota's Bookstores, 117 University Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55155. telephone (651) 297-3000.

The parties to the hearing are the Department of Natural Resources, Lee and Genevieve Rossow and such other persons granted permission to intervene. Parties to the hearing must file notices of appearances within 20 days of the date of the service of this notice. Others wishing to be parties may petition to intervene under Minn. R. 1400.6200. The parties must bring to the hearing all documents_ records and witnesses they need to support their position. Subpoenas may be available to compel the attendance of witnesses or the production of documents, pursuant to Minn. R. 1400.

The person to contact to discuss informal disposition of the case pursuant to Minn. R.'1400.5900 or discovery procedures pursuant to Minn. R. 1400.6700 and 1400.6800 of the above-described rules is Peter L. Tester, Assistant Attorney General, 445 Minnesota Street. Suite 900. St. Paul, Minnesota 55101, (651) 282-5876.

All parties have the right to be represented by themselves, by legal counsel, or by a person of their choice if not otherwise prohibited as the unauthorized practice of law. All persons who are affected by the proposed project will have an opportunity to testify and introduce exhibits, whether parties or not. If non-public data is admitted into evidence. it may become public unless a party objects and asks for relief under Minn. Stat. $ 14.60, subd. 2. The failure of a party to appear at the hearing may result in issues set out herein being deemed proved.

After the hearing, the Administrator of Law Judge will issue Findings of Fact, Conclusions and Recommendations for the Commissioner of Natural Resources. who will then issue a final decision. The Commissioner's final decision may then be appealed to the Minnesota Court of Appeals.

Notice and Order for Hearing

There u ill be a public hearing on the matter of the Alternation of the Cross-Section of Public Waters Basin #32-j7P by Heron Lake Farm or their Agents on January 12. 1999, beginning at 9:00 a.m., at the Heron Lake Community Center in Heron Lake, Minnesota.

This matter relates to Heron Lake, Public Waters Basin #32-52. located in Jackson County, Minnesota. The paramount issue for the hearing is whether Heron Lake Farm and all associated members are required to remove all material comprising the Dalziel Dam down to the elevation of 1396.0 feet, remove all materials from the channel

bed or lakebed or Heron Lake resulting in the demolition of the Dalziel Dam. and comply with all other provisions -~ contained in the Order of the Commissioner of Natural Resources, dated August 21, 1998.

Laws and rules particularly applicable to the decision are Minn. State. ch lO3G and Minn. R ch. 61 15 including, without limitation, Minn Stat. 5 lO3G.121; Minn. Stat. 5 1036.245; Minn. Stat. 5 103G251; Minn. Stat. 5 1036.255; Minn. Stat. 5 103G.297: Minn. Stat. 5 103G.31 I; Minn. Stat. 6 lO3G.315, Minn. Stat. S103G.515: Minn. R. 61 15.0210; Minn. R. 61 15.021 I; Minn. R. 61 15.0220; and Minn. R. 61 15.0221.

The hearing will be conducted by Administrative Law Judge Allen E. Giles of the Office of Administrative Hearings, 100 Washington Square, Suite 1700, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401-2138; telephone (612) 349-2543. He will conduct the hearing according to Minn. Stat. ch. 14 and the rules of the Office of Administrative Hearings, Minn. R. 1400.5100-1400.8400, which provide generally for the procedural rights of parties, and which are available from Minnesota's Bookstore, 117 University Avenue, St. Paul, Minnesota 55155; telephone (651) 297- 3000.

Parties t o the hearing must file notices of appearance with the Administrative Law Judge within 20 days of the date of ser,vice of this notice if the party intends to appear at the hearing. Others wishing to be parties may petition to intervene under Minn. R. 1400.6200. The parties should bring to the hearing all documents, records, and witnesses they need to support their position. Pursuant to Minn. R. 1400.7000, subpoenas may be available to compel the attendance of witnesses or the production of documents. After the hearmg, the Administrative Law Judge will issue findings of fact, conclusions, and recommendations to the Commissioner of Natural Resources who will then issue a final decision, which is subject to appeal to the Minnesota Court of Appeals.

The person to contact to discuss informal disposition of the case pursuant to Minn. R. 1400.5900 or discovery procedures pursuant to parts 1400.6700 and 1400.6800 of the above-described rules is Matthew B. Seltzer, Assistant Attorney General, Suite 900, NCL Tower_ 445 Minnesota Street, St. Paul, Minnesota 55101-2127, telephone (651) 6

296-0692.


All persons who are affected by this matter will have an opportunity to testify and introduce exhibits, whether parties or not.

If non-public data is admitted into evidence, it may become public unless a party objects and asks for relief under Minn. Stat. 6 14.60. subd. 2.

The failure of a party to appear at the hearing may result in the allegations set out herein and in the Commissioner's Order dated August 21, 1998 being taken as true, or issues set out herein and in the Commissioner's Order deemed proved. The possible result 1s that the Commissioner's Order and the restoratlon required therein would remain in effect.

Hearing Notice: Proposed Amendment to Rules Governing the Environmental Review Program: Application of 'Connected Actions' Provision to Animal Feedlots and Mandatory Environmental Assessment Worksheet and Exemption Requirements for Animal Feedlots, Minnesota Rules, parts 4410.4300, subpart 29 and 4410.4600, subpart 19.

The EQB intends to adopt rules after a public hearing following the procedures set forth in the Administrative Procedure Act, Minnesota Statutes, sections 14.13 1 to 14.20. The agency will hold a public hearing on the above- entitled rules at the following times and places:

Thursday, January 21. 1999, in Room 301. Centennial Bldg.. 658 Cedar Street, St. Paul, MN, commencing at 9:00 a.m. and continuing until all testimony has been received.

Monhy, January 25, 1999, in Conference Center A of the John Votka Conference Center, South Central Technical ~ o l l e i e , 1920 Lee Boulevard, North Mankato. MN. Two sessions: 1.30 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. & from 7:00 p.m. until all testimony has been received.

Tuesday, January 26, 1999, in Edson Auditorium of the Student Center, University of Minnesota, 600 East Fourth Street, Morris. MN. Two sessions: at 1 3 0 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. & from 7:00 p.m. until all testimony has been received.

Additional days of hearing will be scheduled if necessary. All interested or affected persons will have an i # i opportunity to participate by submitting either oral or written data, statements, or arguments. Statements may be ! - submitted without appearing at the hearing.

The hearing will be conducted by Administratwe Law Judge Allan Klein who can be reached at the Office of Administrative Hearings, 100 Washington Square. Suite 1700. Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401-2138, telephone (612) 341-7609. and fax (612) 349-2665.

The rule hearing procedure is governed by Minnesota Statutes, sectionsl4.l3l to 14.20, and by the rules ofthe Office o f Administrative Hearings, Minnesota Rules, parts 1400.2000 to 1400.2240. Questions concerning the rule hearing procedure should be directed to the Administrative Law Judge.

Subject of Rules. The proposed rule amendment includes three main pans: ( I ) it would eliminate the requirement that certain multi-site animal feedlots be treated as 'connected actions;' (2) it would lower the size thresholds at which new feedlots and expansions require preparation of a Environmental Assessment Worksheets; and (3) it would change the Exemption category for feedlots. to exempt certain feedlot projects that are not now exempted from the program. Eliminating the application of 'connected actions, provisions to animal feedlots would mean that the number of animal units at the various sites of multi-site feedlot proposals would no longer be aggregated because they are 'connected actions' when determining if an Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EAW) is mandatory, Tl~e size thresholds (measured in 'animal units') at which animal feedlot projects automatically require preparation of an EAW. which is now 2.000 animal units for total confinement feedlot facilities, is proposed to be lowered to 1.000 animal units, except that in certain locations with a heightened potential for water pollution it is proposed that any new feedlot or feedlot expansion be required to prepare an EAW. The threshold below which a new feedlot project would be exempt from the program is proposed to be raised from 100 to 500 animal units and the modification of an existing feedlot without any expansion of its capacity is proposed to also be exempted provided the feedlot is no larger than 300 animal units. The proposed amendments would be made at Minnesota

{ Rules. parts 4410.4300. subpart 29 and 4410.4600. subpart 19. The proposed threshold revisions may be modified 8. I . - -

as a result of the public hearing and all persons who may be affected by the changes are encouraged to participate.

The proposed rules are authorized by Minnesota Statutes. section 116D.04. The Environmental Quality Board was ,-- directed to amend the rules by Minnesota Laws 1998, chapter 401_ section 54. A copy ofthe proposed rules is published in the State Register and is attached to this notice as mailed.

The agency contact person is: Gregg Downing at Environmental Quality Board, 300 Centennial Building, 658 Cedar Street, St. Paul, MN 55155. telephone (65 I) 205-4660, fax (651) 296-3698. For TTY. contact Minnesota Relay Service at 800-627-3529 and ask for the Environmental Quality Board at Minnesota Planning.

A Statement of Need and Reasonableness is now available for review at the agency offices and at the Office of Administrative Hearings. This statement contains a summary of the justification for the proposed rules, including a description of who will be affected by the proposed rules and an estimate of the probable cost of the proposed rules. The statement may be reviewed and copies obtained at the cost of reproduction from either the agency or the Office of Administrative Hearings. The statement is also available at the Environmental Quality Board section of the Minnesota Planning website at www.mnplan.state.mn.us.

You and all interested or affected persons. including representatives of associations and other interested groups, will have,an opportunity to participate. You may present your views either orally at the hearing or in writing at any time before the close of the hearing record. All evidence presented should relate to the proposed rule amendments. You may also submit written material to the Administrative Law Judge to be recorded in the hearing record for five working days after the public hearing ends. This five-day comment period may be extended for a longer period not to exceed 20 calendar days if ordered by the Administrative Law Judge at the hearing. Following the comment period, there is a five working-day response period during which the agency and any interested person may respond in writing to any new information submitted. No additional evidence may be submitted during the five-day response period. All comments and responses submitted to the Administrative Law Judge must be received at the Office o f Administrative Hearings no later than 4 3 0 p.m. on the due date. All comments or responses received will be available for review at the Office of Administrative Hearings. 6

The agency requests that any person submitting written views or data to the Administrative Law Judge prior to the hearing or during the comment period also submit a copy of the written views or data to the agency contact person at the address stated above. i

Upon request, this Notice can be made available in an alternative format. such as large print, Braille, or cassette tape. T o make such a request or if you need an accommodation to make this hearing accessible, please contact the agency contact person at the address or telephone number listed above.

The proposed rules may be modified as a result of the rule hearing process. Modifications must be supported by data and views presented during the rule hearing process, and the adopted rules may not be substantially different than these proposed rules. If the proposed rules affect you in any way, you are encouraged to participate.

After the close of the hearing record, the Administrative Law Judge will issue a report on the proposed rules. You may ask to be notified of the date when the judge's report will become available, and can make this request at the hearing or in writing to the Administrative Law Judge. You may also ask to be notified of the date on which the aeency adopts the rules and files them with the Secretary of State. or ask to register with the agency to receive notice o f future rule proceedings, and can make these requests at the hearing or in writing to the agency contact person stated above.

~.. ,, Notice of Application for Special Local Need Registration i

Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes 188.27 and Parts 1505.0880 - 1505.09301 the Minnesota Department of Agriculture is certified to issue Special Local Need registrations.

The MDA has rece~ved an SLN application for the follow~ng.

Applicant: Novartis Crop Protection, Inc. PO Box 18300 Greensboro, NC 27419

Project Location: Any area in Minnesota where seed potatoes are grown. Project Description: This SLN registration would allour the use of Maxim-MZ as a seed treatment on potatoes

grown for seed. This notice is being published by the MDA. The department is not considering holding public hearings on these proposed SLN registrations.

Comments can be submitted to and additional information obtained from: John Sierk, Pesticide Regulatory Consultant, MDA, Agronomy and Plant Protection Division, 90 West Plato Blvd, St. Paul, MN 55107-2094.

Comment Deadline is January 27, 1999.

The MDA has received an SLN application for the following:

Applicant: Novartis Crop Protection, Inc. PO Box 18300 Greensboro, NC 2741 9

Project Location: Any area in Minnesota where soybeans are, orown. Project Description: This SLN registration would allow the use of Apron Maxx and Apron Maxx RTA as a

seed treatment on soybeans. This notice is being published by the MDA. The department is not considering holding public hearings on these proposed SLN registrations.

Comments can be submitted to and additional information obtained from: John Sierk, Pesticide Regulatory Consultant, MDA, Agronomy and Plant Protection Division, 90 West Plato Blvd, St. Paul, MN 55107-2094.

Comment Deadline is January 27, 1999

Notice - Transgenic Herbicide Tolerant Sugar Beet - Commercial Use Exemption

A~rEvo USA Co. has requested an exemption from the Minnesota Department of Agriculture's Genetically Engineered Organism Release Permit for glufosinate tolerant sugar heet designated as transformation event T120-7. These sugar beet plants contain a stably integrated gene which encodes the PAT enzyme which converts the active ingredient in glufosinate to its inactive form, thereby conferring tolerance to the herbicide. The pat gene was isolated from Strepton7~ces viridochrornogenes, a common soil organism. These sugar heet lines are no longer regulated under USDAiAPHlS guidelines. Under this exemption, AgrEvo USA Co. would be allowed to commercially use this herbicide tolerant canola without further regulation. For additional information contact Mary Hanks at 65 1-296-1277.

Notice of Meetings-Minnesota Forest Resources Council Landscape Program


Working Group Meetings - NE Regional Forest Resources Committee. Community Outreach & Education

February 10, 1999 from 9:00 - 12:OO a.m.; Natural Resources Research Institute(NRRI), Room 30, Duluth M N

Landscape Coordination January 29, 1999 from 10:OO - 2:OO: NRRI, Room 435. Duluth MN

Assessment & Monitoring January 13, 1999, Room 227 and February 17, 1999. Room 435 from 10:OO - 2:00, NRRI, Duluth MN

Convener Group January 7, 1999 from 10:OO - 200 . NWU, Room 301


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