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erosion and slope instability.Although Pequot Lakes is rather flat,it contains several hilly areas located in <br /> the northern portion of the City. These hilly moraines featuring sandy soils on moderately steep slopes <br /> are particularly vulnerable to disturbances caused by development. <br /> AIR QUALITY AND NATURAL SCENERY <br /> Residents and visitors in Pequot Lakes value and enjoy clean air and quiet tranquility, largely due to the <br /> area's many forests and overall lack of traffic congestion. As development continues and the number of <br /> people using automobiles and recreational vehicles increases, air and noise pollution could become <br /> potential problems. By encouraging alternative forms of transportation that connect residents and <br /> visitors to destinations in the area—including shuttles and multiple use trails—the City of Pequot Lakes <br /> can prevent air pollution from becoming a problem.To maintain the current levels of air and noise quality, <br /> the City should also protect trees for air purification and noise reduction, enact regulations and <br /> designated-use areas for off-road recreational vehicles, and promote alternative energy such as fuel cells <br /> and wind and solar power. <br /> POLICIES <br /> The following policies are proposed to guide future preservation and management of natural resources <br /> in Pequot Lakes: <br /> Protect and enhance natural resources and open space contributing to the character and vitality of <br /> Pequot Lakes. While it may seem that Pequot Lakes has an abundance of natural resources and open <br /> spaces, unmanaged growth and development could degrade the City's natural resources. The City must <br /> actively protect existing natural resources and enhance those that contribute to Pequot Lakes' rural <br /> character. <br /> Direct future development away from significant and/or sensitive natural resources and toward <br /> suitable areas with existing infrastructure and proper soil and slope characteristics. �e�-kalEes <br /> T��t- Ci(y �f�iOuiCj �!�tlil CIE•vF�OF��ll�-ill ��011u:j WE�L�all(�� aIl(j f)�uffS rlili.i F-n����ir�s��� ����.�r'�r��iiYirrll irl t1i0iE' <br /> �u�t,�h��� uF�l�atiil �ir��.i, tl���t air �r-r ,;��r1 hy th,� �ity�s �lrz�E'�� d�ic� �rV�Pr�vvdtF�� ,y�l;��rii�- <br /> Promote development and construction practices that retain and improve existing natural features and <br /> systems on and around building sites. Not all development is equal with respect to its impact on natural <br /> resources. Development practices that identify and preserve significant natural resources - such as <br /> clustering, open space dedications, restrictive covenants, or conservation easements — should be <br /> promoted by the City whenever possible. Furthermore, construction practices in all new developments <br /> should avoid causing erosion, tree damage, or the disruption of significant <br /> ecological features. <br /> Support more environmentally sound alternatives to transportation,power,storm water management, <br /> landscaping,and seweF sewage treatment.One of the City's strengths is its progressive thinking.The City <br /> should take the lead in promoting the use of new,sustainable technologies for its infrastructure. <br /> Foster environmental stewardship. Pequot Lakes must educate residents and visitors about the value <br /> and importance of preserving natural resources for sustaining the environment, local economy and <br /> quality of life. <br /> 3 <br />