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units, but what is being proposed is a 20 percent reduction. He is not requesting a more <br /> intensive use,but guests want the lodge closer to the beach area. <br /> Chair Seils opened Public Comment: <br /> Wayne Mueller, DNR Aquatic Plant Specialist, stated he would clarify information <br /> included in correspondence. There are three types of plants below the OHW: <br /> submerged, floating leaf and emergent or bulrush. Any emergent removed does require <br /> a permit. The DNR is most protective of bulrush as they are most important to a lake. <br /> Bulrush are important for fish habitat and greatly decrease erosion from wave action. <br /> Once destroyed it is difficult to get reestablished; they require low water levels to <br /> establish. (Applicant's Summary) refers to Minnesota Administrative Rule 6280.0350 <br /> which describes submergent, not emergent, vegetation. The Summary further states <br /> "will obtain permit from DNR". This should state"will apply for permit from DNR". <br /> Mr. Mueller further stated that the beach is not the DNR jurisdiction, but swimming is <br /> also a concern. There is an adequate beach. The DNR like to keep affected area <br /> localized and to keep the footprint small. The second beach is not warranted at this <br /> time. If there is a 20% reduction in clientele, there would be less need for an additional <br /> beach. He stated he cannot see 200 people being on the beach at one time. A beach is <br /> an intensive use and would affect aquatic vegetation. <br /> Mr. Mueller also stated there was reference made to a verbal agreement between the <br /> developer and the DNR. This is a complicated situation and need to have a permit <br /> issued. There can be no verbal agreement. Tim Brastrup wrote in the original 2005 <br /> evaluation, along with Ron Morreim, of the importance of bulrush. The DNR does not <br /> recommend or dictate where a dock goes. <br /> Ann Beaver, President of the Cullen Lakes Association, 26834 Pine Acres Road, Nisswa <br /> — Stated she appreciates number of lots being reduced. The proposed lodge is 245.5 feet <br /> long on the main and upper level and parallel with the shoreline which will produce a <br /> major visual affect from the lake and across the lake; it will have an impact on anyone <br /> going through the lake, even though the lodge is in Tier 2 it is on higher ground than the <br /> villas and beach on Tier One. <br /> Mrs. Beaver further stated that along the shoreline where villas have been constructed a <br /> lot of vegetation and trees have been removed. Jeff Miller and Tom Steffens have stated <br /> in the past that the villas need to have views of the lake. Construction of the lodge will <br /> likely involve trimming of branches to have lake views. From the lake, as well as any <br /> shore that views the resort, it is going to look like a solid wall of buildings. This will <br /> have an impact on use and enjoyment. <br /> Minutes <br /> Pequot Lakes Planning Commission <br /> January 16, 2014 6 <br />