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CLEARANCES Initial Date Date Received in Council Office Agenda Date Assigned to:
JH [ � r 8/10/10 Council
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TITLE OF DOCUMENT:
Resolution Adopting The Lake Whatcom Management Program 2010-2014 Work Plan
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In 1998, Whatcom County, City of Bellingham, and the Lake Whatcom Water and Sewer District formalized their joint commitment
to protect and manage the Lake Whatcom Management Program (LWMP). On April 20, 2010, the Joint Councils and Commission
held a public hearing on the LWMP 2010-2014 Work Plan and initiated a 30-day public comment period. Public comments have
been reviewed and where appropriate, incorporated into the plan. Plan is now complete and ready for council review and approval.
COMMITTEE ACTION: COUNCIL ACTION:
8 / 10 / 2010 : Discussed in Natural Resources 8 / 10 / 2010 : Council Approved 6 -0 , Kershner
Committee under Other Business absent Res . 2010-031
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Res . 2010-031
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INTRODUCED : 8 / 10 / 2010
RESOLUTION NO . 2010-031
ADOPTING THE LAKE WHATCOM MANAGEMENT PROGRAM .
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WHEREAS, Lake Whatcom is the drinking water source :"for a,ppcoxiirnately half
the residents of Whatcom County ; and
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WHEREAS, the preservation and protection of drinking wate o a\ `high priority
for Whatcom County ; and
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WHEREAS, in 1998 , Whatcom County , City of Bellingham , and the Lake
Whatcom Water and Sewer District formalized their joint commitment to protect and
manage the lake through the adoption of an interlocal agreement concerning the joint
management of the lake creating the Lake Whatcom Management Program ; and
WHEREAS, Washington State Department of Ecology has listed Lake Whatcom
as an impaired water body and placed Lake Whatcom on the federal Clean Water Act
303 ( d ) list because of low oxygen levels ; and
WHEREAS, the Washington State Department of Ecology Draft Lake Whatcom
Watershed Total Phosphorus and Bacteria Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) Water
Quality Findings were released in April 2008 ; and
WHEREAS , the Interjurisdictional Coordinating Team ( ICT) is the committee
of multi -jurisdictional staff coordinating on the Lake Whatcom Management Program
Work Plans ; and
WHEREAS, the Lake Whatcom Management Program 5 -Year Work Plan provides
programming guidance to achieve TMDL compliance and establishes annual program
tracking and reporting guidelines , and
WHEREAS , on April 20 , 2010 , the Joint Councils and Commission held a public
hearing on the 2010 - 2014 Work Plan and initiated a 30 - day public comment period ;
and
WHEREAS , the ICT has responded to and incorporated public comments into the
2010 - 2014 Work Plan ; and
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WHEREAS, the approved 2010 - 2014 Work Plan will be submitted to the
Washington State Department of Ecology as part of the Lake Whatcom TMDL Summary
Implementation Strategy .
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Whatcom County Council that the
Lake Whatcom Management Program 2010 - 2014 Work Plan is adopted as presented
herein .
APPROY R this 10th day of August , 2010 .
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Dana'' r • • n' Davit , CI
�3 � �k4k of the Council Sam Crawfor , Council Chair
APPROVED )f§"tE too
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Daniel Gibson , Civil Deputy Prosecutor
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Lake Whatcom Reservoir Management Program
2010- 2014 Work Plan
Prepared by the Lake Whatcom Reservoir
Interjurisdictional Coordinating Team
July, 2010
Table of Contents
Introduction 4
Reading the Header Table 6
Reading the Task Sheet 7
Task Summary Table 8
Program Area : 1. Land Preservation 12
1 . 1 Acquire easements or titles to watershed properties 13
1 . 2 Create Conservation Easements for Preserves 14
1 . 3 Manage Acquisition Program properties 15
Program Area : 2 . Stormwater Management , 16
2 . 1 Identify and prioritize stormwater projects utilizing models 17
2 . 2 Improve phosphorus removal in stormwater facilities 18
2 . 3 Implement comprehensive stormwater plans 19
2 .4 Conduct Inspections and Assessments 20
2 .5 Coordinate NPDES Phase II Implementation 21
2 . 6 Restore Stream Riparian Areas 22
Program Area : 3 . Urbanization & Land Development 24 .
3. 1 Maintain and improve permit tracking system 25
3 . 2 Maintain joint development review process 26
3 . 3 Continue to assess the effectiveness of regulations 27
Program Area : 4. Community Outreach 28
4. 1 Improve outreach and participation strategies through staff collaboration 29
4. 2 Educate and engage watershed residents and visitors 30
4. 3 Reduce pollution from animal waste 31
4.4 Reduce pollution from vehicle washing and maintenance practices 32
4.5 Reduce pollution associated with landscape practices 33
4. 6 Continue Residential Stormwater Retrofit Program 34
4.7 Continue Water Conservation Outreach 35
4. 8 Report Toxic Algal Blooms 36
Program Area : 5 . Data Management & Information 38
5 . 1 Continue Lake Whatcom water quality monitoring 39
5 . 2 Update tributary loading models 40
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5 . 3 Review and summarize monitoring studies and reports 41
5.4 Maintain and update Data Catalog 42
5 .5 Establish new monitoring programs 43
Program Area : 6. Spill Response & Hazardous Materials 44
6 . 1 Amend local Emergency Operations Plans 45
6 . 2 Coordinate spill response reporting among all jurisdictions 46
6. 3 Conduct hazardous waste collection events 47
Program Area : 7 . Forestry/Fish/Wildlife 48
7 . 1 Review IJC reports of DNR activities 49
7 . 2 Enforce water quality assurances 50
Program Area : 8 . Transportation 52
8. 1 Improve transportation planning 53
8 . 2 Reduce vehicle mile trips (VMT) in watershed 54
Program Area : 9 . Recreation 56
9 . 1 Prevent aquatic invasive species infestations 57
9. 2 Design recreational opportunities to protect water quality 58
Program Area : 10 . Utilities & Waste Management 60
10. 1 Continue OSS contract with County Health Department 61
10. 2 Promote water conservation 62
10. 3 Protect lake from wastewater pollution 63
Program Area : 11 . Administration 64
11 . 1 Staff the ICT, Management Committee, and Joint Council meetings 65
11 . 2 Establish funding needs and strategy 66
11 . 3 Coordinate Program Area committees 67
11 .4 Maintain contact with regulatory agencies 68
11 .5 Oversee contracts and work products 69
11 . 6 Integrate Lake Whatcom Management Program goals into Comp Plans 70
Program Area : 12 . Enforcement 72
12 . 1 Improve enforcement capabilities 73
12 . 2 Improve reporting of enforcement actions 74
Appendices 75
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Silver Beach Creek Pilot
2 . 1 Identify and prioritize stormwater projects utilizing models
2 . 2 Improve phosphorus removal in stormwater facilities
4 .2 Educate and engage watershed residents and visitors
4. 3 Reduce pollution from animal waste
4.4 Reduce pollution from vehicle washing and maintenance
4.5 Reduce pollution associated with landscape practices
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Introduction
For the past several decades, the Lake Whatcom Reservoir' s water quality has been ��
deteriorating as a result of phosphorus entering the lake from residential development, forest
practices, natural processes and other sources . This phosphorus loading has resulted in O
widespread algal blooms and dissolved oxygen deficits causing problems for the City's water Caw
supply system, fish and recreational users of the lake . In 1998, Lake Whatcom water quality
failed to meet state dissolved oxygen standards and was placed on Washington's list of
polluted waters. In response to this listing, a Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) study was
completed by the Washington Department of Ecology ( DOE ) to determine the amount of
phosphorus reduction needed to return the lake to acceptable water quality standards. The •
City of Bellingham and Whatcom County will submit this work plan to the Department of O
Ecology to fulfill the requirement for a Summary Implementation Strategy, the initial phase of
the TMDL response strategy.
The Lake Whatcom Cooperative Management Program was established by an Interlocal
Agreement in 1998 between the City of Bellingham, Whatcom County and the Lake Whatcom
Water and Sewer District (formerly Water District 10) . The goal of the program is to jointly
manage and implement programs affecting the Lake Whatcom watershed .
Since 2003, staff from the three jurisdictions have worked to improve the functional
components of the management program . The Interjurisdictional Coordinating Team ( ICT)
was created in 2000 to help coordinate activities and programs between the three
jurisdictions . The ICT, composed of staff from each of the three jurisdictions, meets regularly
to coordinate Work Plan implementation, evaluate program effectiveness and analyze data
collection and monitoring results . Findings from those efforts as well as information from the
TMDL study and other reports, were used to develop tasks for this work plan , tasks that will
improve the water quality of the lake .
The Lake Whatcom Reservoir Management Program 2010-2014 Work Plan is the third five-
year work plan . Over the next five years, this work plan will guide management activities
focused on the water quality issues that result from excess phosphorus loading into the lake .
Similar to preceding work plans this five-year work plan is organized around twelve Program
Areas with tasks and actions for each . However the format of this plan is much different. It is
a modified version of the format used in the Lake Whatcom Reservoir Technical Review Task
Force report, Recommended Management Actions for the Protection and Restoration of the
Lake Whatcom Reservoir, that was presented to the Mayor and City Council of Bellingham in
May, 2009 . This format was adopted in order to :
• Present the tasks in a clearer and more detailed format
• Improve the accountability by tracking the progress and resource-use of each task
• Provide flexibility to allow for changes and improvements during the five-year
timeframe
Each Program Area's tasks have been color-coded for easy identification throughout the work
plan . A header table at the top of each task sheet provides a quick overview of the task and
includes :
• the time period in which the task will be implemented,
• the party or parties responsible for implementing the task,
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• an estimate of the costs associated with the task,
• the status of the task, and
• the phosphorus reduction pathway.
Each task sheet also includes a section of one or more performance measures, indicators of O
effectiveness for each of the actions of each task. Also included are more detailed cost estimate
tables.
We highly recommend reading the detailed explanation of the new format and the header
table that can be found on pages 6 and 7. �■
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The Silver Beach Creek Pilot Project (SBCP ) continues to be an important focus for the Lake O
Whatcom Management Program under this current work plan . The project involves
implementing a comprehensive strategy of Capital Improvement Projects (CIP ), public
outreach and education, stewardship efforts, and enforcement in the Silver Beach Creek
watershed . Silver Beach Creek has some of the highest development/residential related
phosphorus loading of all the Lake Whatcom tributaries and is shared by both the City and
County jurisdictions making it an ideal setting for the pilot study. Implementation of the tasks
in the SBCP will reduce pollution entering the lake and will also serve to test the stewardship
focus of many of the tasks . The successes from this pilot project will then be applied to the
entire Lake Whatcom watershed . Tasks that are being implemented as part of the Silver
Beach Creek Pilot can be found in the Task Summary Table under a separate sub-section
entitled Silver Beach Creek Pilot in addition to their standard location under the appropriate
Program Area .
Successful implementation of this work plan is predicated on continued or increased funding
and staffing. Obviously if funding in a Program Area is less than projected then the tasks will
need to be reduced either in scope, number or timing to adjust to the funding constraint.
Recently awarded and expected 2010 grant funding will be an integral part of the work plan
implementation strategy. ICT staff will continue to seek additional grant funding as described
in Task 11 . 2 . Appendix B provides additional information on funding.
An annual report on work plan progress will be prepared by January 31St of the following year.
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Reading the Header Table
Quick Reference : Program
Program Area : 1. Land Preservation Area and Task Number
Task: 1 . 3 Manage Acquisition Program properties p _._ fJzwt-ate gA: _c-h._a_t T
Period Responsible Party Cost Estimate Status P Reduction Quick Reference : �' ..
2010 City $20,000 Active Indirect Key information for
2010-2014 County Hold Direct each task is found in
2011-2012 SVCA the Header Table
District (left) and can also be
WSU Extension found in the Task
Education Team Summary Table on
pages 8-11
Data Team
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Header Table Descriptions :
Period : This column refers to the time period in which the task was/is being
implemented . This entry includes the year the task started and the expected duration .
For example, the period 2010-2014 indicates that the task is first being implemented in
2010 and is expected to continue until 2014 . 2010 or any other single year indicates Quick Reference: •-•\`
the task will be completed in one year. Detailed descriptions
of all Header Table
Responsible Party: This column refers to the party or parties responsible for entries can be found
implementing the task. here
Cost Estimate: This column gives an estimated cost for the implementation of the task
during the period indicated . When applicable this estimate will be a combined amount
for staff, capital and other costs for all participating . parties. Details are broken out in
the Cost Estimates Table .
Status: This column refers to the status of the task which is indicated by the following:
- Active indicates the task is funded and will be implemented .
- Hold indicates the task is on hold due to staff and/or funding constraints .
P Reduction : This column is used to indicate 1) whether this task is expected to result
in a reduction in phosphorus loading, and 2 ) if there is an expected reduction, will it be
a ) Indirect, meaning that the phosphorus reduction will occur as a result of the impact
this task will have on other actions, e .g. education program influence on stewardship
activities, or b) Direct, meaning that this task is expected to directly result in a
reduction in phosphorus loading, e .g. retrofitting a stormwater facility.
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The reference task number `'
and name can be found here
Here is an example of the t
Reading the Task Sheet s .;yam Header Table from the
-" previous page a
Program Area : 1. Land Pre. servation (
Task: 1.3 Manage Acquisition Program properties V' � r ,..
Period Responsible Party cost Estimate Statics. P Reduction
2010 - 24114 City ER/County Parks $2.77 million . Ar tiv+e Direct
Task Objective: Protect the watershed by managing Acquisition Program properties A detailed Task Objective
can be found in this
Aetion5:
- inventory and create management plans for new acquisitions section
• implement management plans for all properties <# -99 e t o , ,....
- Conduct periodic inspections, invasives control, planting, trail construction, encroachme c e o
other tasks as needed A list of Actions that will
Intended Lake Benefits: Phosphorus 12 Fecal conform ❑ sediment h1 Other be taken t0 meet the Task
Reduction Reduction Reduction Objective . This list will be
If other, please describe: updated as needed .
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Performance Measures: 1) Acres restored, encroachment responses, special pro acts
2) Summary of projects completed on properties
Boxes in this section are checked
Cost Estimates~ '° to indicate specific benefits the
Year Party iEs ($) Capital Coats Other lake may receive as a result of
City L0 4514Q,000) $30'Q00 1 this task. If Other is checked, a
2010 County to 4$100,000) I $235,400 $54,40°
Dlstrict/O rcr description will follow below.
City to 1$100,000) lir 5334011 $1 5- , 4 ' — e P er" .3r, f at1/2` ;s. ,V. Y
2011 county I 1-01$100r000) I $75,400 I 555.000 $290,aoo
D istri t/Other
City LOi5104,000. ) I $40 Performance Measures
2012 County L4 ($109,000) I $55 indicate how progress 1
D lstrktjOther toward completing the i
city ' L04$200,000) I $4S task objective is being II ! '
2013 County 3;04$300,000) 1 $154,900 $20 - a
measured
Distt6tt/Othet l ' I
City LO 45100,000) I $50 c e & 9r ,0',1- 1L Val " , G"Z.
2314 Cau . 3.0 4$300.400 $150,000 4 $20500 5655.900
Districttether
Total 16.91$1.4rfhioni $600,449 $7700094 $3-77mIlIon
The Cost Estimates section gives an
estimate of the resources and funding i.
to be used to implement the task for iL,
the designated period . Cost
estimates are divided into Full Time
lisz
Equivalents ( 1.0 FTE = $100k), Capital is
Costs ($), Other Costs ($ ), and Total ki
Costs ($) for the respective
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jurisdictions. Undetermined is used
to indicate when no resource/funding le
Pt
information is currently available. 9 .
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Task Summary Table
1` Land ‘Pr`eservation ` Period Responsible Party Cost Estimate Status P Reduction .
1 . 1 Acquire easements or titles to 2010-2014 City/County $ 14. 16 million Active Indirect
watershed properties
12 Create Conservation Easements for 2010-2014 City $ 110,000 Active Indirect
Preserves
1 . 3 Manage Acquisition Program 2010-2014 City/County $2 .77 million Active Direct
properties
`£ < y f „ ; 'g '�` Lh'` lft c nY `1n a L "% 4 r 4 Period Res onsible Part Cost Estimate Status P Reduction
,A2; StormWater ;Management s , .�ti p y
2 . 1 Identify and prioritize stormwater 2010-2014 City/County $490,000 * Active Indirect
projects utilizing models
2 . 2 Improve phosphorus removal in 2010-2011 City/County $580,000 Active/Hold Direct
stormwater facilities
2. 3 Implement comprehensive 2010-2014 City/County $ 2.74 million Active/Hold Direct
stormwater plans for phosphorus
control
2 .4 Conduct inspections and assessments 2010-2014 City/County/SVCA $ 1 . 1 million Active Indirect
2 . 5 Coordinate NPDES Phase II 2010-2014 City/County $500,000 Active Indirect
implementation
2 . 6 Restore stream riparian areas 2010-2014 City/County $70,000 Active Direct
3 Urbanization & Land Development Period Responsible Party Cost Estimate Status P Reduction
3 . 1 Maintain and improve permit 2010-2014 City/County/District $26,000 Active/Hold Indirect
tracking system
3 . 2 Maintain joint development review 2010-2014 City/County $4,000 Active/Hold Indirect
process
3 .3 Continue to assess the effectiveness 2010-2014 City/County/SVCA $45,000 Active/Hold Indirect
of regulations
4° U almMunytyOutreach� � T �� f �� r Period HResponsible�Party .Cost Estimate Status . P Reduction
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4. 1 Improve outreach and participation 2010-2014 Education Team $30,000 Active None
strategies through staff collaboration
4. 2 Educate and engage watershed 2010-2014 Education Team $ 150,000 Active/Hold Indirect
residents and visitors .
4.3 Reduce pollution from animal waste 2010-2014 City/County/District $30, 200 Active/Hold Direct
4.4 Reduce pollution from vehicle 2010-2014 City $ 18,400 Active/Hold Indirect
washing and maintenance
4. 5 Reduce pollution associated with 2010-2014 WSU Extension $ 15,900 Active/Hold Direct/Indirect
landscape practices
4. 6 Continue Residential Stormwater 2010-2011 City/DOE $338,471 Active Direct .
Retrofit Program
4.7 Continue water conservation 2010-2011 City/District $ 170,400 Active None
outreach
4. 8 Report toxic algal blooms 2010-2014 Data & Ed Teams $ 15,000 Active None
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-454t Date,Managementat nrormation ts4;fit, Period Responsible Party Cost Estimate Status P Reduction
5 . 1 Continue lake water quality 2010-2014 Data Team $ 1 . 23 million * Active/Hold Indirect
monitoring
5 . 2 Update tributary pollutant loading 2010-2014 Data Team $362,000 Active/Hold Indirect
models
5 . 3 Review and summarize monitoring 2010-2014 Data Team $ 10,000 Active None
studies and reports
5 .4 Maintain and update data records 2010-2014 Data Team $5,000 Active None
5 . 5 Establish new monitoring programs 2010-2014 Data Team As needed * Hold Indirect
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6 . 1 Amend local Emergency Operations 2010 ICT $ 3,000 Active None
Plans to include Lake Whatcom
chapter
6. 2 Coordinate spill response and 2010, 2014 ICT Staff Hold None
reporting among all jurisdictions
6 . 3 Conduct hazardous waste collection 2010, 2013 ICT $56,000 Hold Indirect
events
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7. Forestry/Fish/Wildlife Period Responsible Party Cost Estimate Status P Reduction
7 . 1 Review IJC reports of DNR activities 2010-2014 ICT $ 15,000 Active None
7 . 2 Enforce water quality assurances 2010-2014 - ICT $25,000 Active Indirect
18. Transportation Period Responsible Party Cost Estimate Status P Reduction
8 . 1 Improve transportation planning 2010-2012 City/County $ 2,000 Active None
8 . 2 Reduce vehicle mile trips in 2010-2014 City/County $5,000 Active None
watershed
� a} t a �. A u, Period Responsible Party Cost Estimate' Status P Reduction
9. 1 Prevent aquatic invasive species 2010-2014 ICT $ 14,000 Active None
infestations
9. 2 Design recreational opportunities to 2010-2014 ICT $ 13, 000 Active Indirect
protect water quality
?Cy$y�y,. 61} [ I .tt 1As, to -Matt g- i�+ I._ _ � g ,�a ' Period Responsible _Party Cost Estimate Status P -Reduction
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10. 1 Continue OSS contract with County 2010-2011 City $ 195,040 Active Indirect
Health Department
10. 2 Promote water conservation 2010-2014 City $ 1 .43 million Active None
10. 3 Protect lake from wastewater 2010-2014 District $4 .08 million Active Direct/Indirect
pollution
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11 . 1 Staff the ICT, Management 2010-2014 ICT $ 185,000 Active None
Committee, and Joint Council
meetings
11 . 2 Establish funding needs and 2010-2014 ICT $45,000 Active None
strategy
11 .3 Coordinate Program Area 2010-2014 ICT $ 15,000 Active None
committees
11 .4 Maintain contact with regulatory 2010-2014 ICT $ 15,000 Active None
agencies
11 .5 Oversee contracts and work 2010-2014 ICT $47,000 Active None
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11 . 6 Integrate Lake Whatcom 2010-2011 City/County $ 2,000 Hold None
Management Program goals into
Comp Plans
Period ' Responsible':Party° Cost Estimate ) Status P Reduction
12 . 1. Improve enforcement capabilities 2010-2014 ICT/City/County/SVCA/District $265,000 Active Indirect
12 . 2 Improve reporting of enforcement 2010-2014 City/County/SVCA $80,000 Active Indirect
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Program Area : 1 . Land Preservation
Goal :
Pursue public ownership and protection of the watershed whenever possible through
public/private partnerships, tax exemptions, transfer of development rights, land trusts, and r
other means .
Land preservation strategies help preserve or rehabilitate natural areas for the benefit of n
protecting water quality. The Land Preservation Program Area aims to reduce water quality � >
impacts to Lake Whatcom by preserving land within the watershed that might otherwise be '`
made available for development. Land preservation strategies that have been used in the Lake
Whatcom watershed include : acquisition, conservation easements, transfer of development
rights, purchase of development rights, lot consolidation, and other incentive programs . ' '
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To date, the City has purchased approximately 1,312 . 88 acres of land at a cost of $20 .5 million
dollars. The City has also protected an additional 164 acres of land through conservation n;
easements or restrictive covenants ( both of which serve to restrict development) . Total acreage
protected now stands at 1,476 acres or 704 development units . YS 44 4.4 11
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Program Area : 1 . Land Preservation
Task : 1 . 1 Acquire easements or titles to watershed properties
Period Responsible Party Cost Estimate Status P Reduction
2010 - 2014 City/County $ 14. 16 million Active Indirect
Task Objective: Reduce the potential number of development units in the watershed through the acquisition of
easements or titles to watershed properties
Actions:
• Purchase property to reduce development and improve natural functions of property
• Finalize reconveyance of over 8000 acres from DNR to Whatcom County by 2013
Intended Lake Benefits: Phosphorus a Fecal Coliform ❑ Sediment ❑ Other
Reduction Reduction ! Reduction
If other, please describe: Reduction in potential development will reduce other pollutants associated with
urbanized land use .
Performance Measures: Annual report to include :
1) Reduction of development potential (ti of units)
2) Acres purchased
3) Property locations
Cost Estimates:
Year Party FTEs ($) Capital Costs Other Total
City 0.5 ($50,000) $1 million $2 million $3.05 million
2010 County 0.25 ($25,000) $150,000 $175,000
District/Other
City 0.5 ($50,000) $700,000 $2 million $2.75 million
2011 County 0.25 ($25,000) $150,000 $175,000
District/Other
City 0.5 ($50,000) $350,000 $1.87 million $2.27 million
2012 County 0.25 ($25,000) $50,000 $75,000
District/Other
City 0.5 ($50,000) $250,000 $1.89 million $2. 19 million
2013 County 0.25 ($25,000) $1.2 million $1.225 million
District/Other
City 0.5 ($50,000) $220,000 $1.9 million $2.17 million
2014 County 0.25 ($25,000) $50,000 $75,000
District/Other
Total 3.75 ($375,000) $4. 12 million $9.66 million $14. 16 million
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Program Area : 1 . Land Preservation
Task: 1 . 2 Create Conservation Easements for Preserves
Period Responsible Party I Cost Estimate Status P Reduction
2010 - 2014 City $ 110,000 Active Indirect
Task Objective: Create Conservation Easements (CEs) for Preserves
Actions :
• Negotiate Conservation Easements either creating new or adding to existing Preserves
Intended Lake Benefits: Phosphorus Fecal Coliform ❑ Sediment fl Other
Reduction Reduction Reduction
If other, please describe: Reduction in potential development will reduce other pollutants associated with
urbanized land use .
Performance Measures: Annual report to include : Summary of acres included in Preserves
Cost Estimates:
Year Party FTEs ($) Capital Costs Other Total
City 0.02 ($2,000) $20,000 $22,000
2010 County
District/Other
City 0.02 ($2,000) $20,000 $22,000
2011 County
District/Other
City 0.02 ($2,000) $20,000 $22,000
2012 County
District/Other
City 0.02 ($2,000) $20,000 $22,000
2013 County
District/Other
City 0.02 ($2,000) $20,000 $22,000
2014 County
District/Other
Total 0. 1 ($ 10,000) $100,000 $110,000
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Program Area : 1 . Land Preservation
Task: 1 . 3 Manage Acquisition Program properties
Period I Responsible Party Cost Estimate Status P Reduction
l 2010 - 2014 City/County I $2 .77 million Active Direct
Task Objective: Protect the watershed by managing Acquisition Program properties
Actions: .
• Inventory and create management plans for new acquisitions .
• Implement management plans for all properties
• Conduct periodic inspections, invasives control, planting, trail construction, encroachment response and
other tasks as needed
Intended Lake Benefits: Phosphorus Fecal Coliform ❑ Sediment s� Other ❑
Reduction Reduction Reduction
If other, please describe:
Performance Measures: Annual report to include :
1) Inventories and property management plans for all new properties
2) Annual summary of inspections and projects completed including: percentage of
properties inspected, acres of uplands restored, linear feet of stream or shoreline
restored, percentage of completed encroachment responses, special projects.
Cost Estimates:
Year Party FTEs ($) Capital Costs Other Total
City 1.0 ($100,000) $30,000 $130,000
2010 County 1.0 ($100,000) $225,000 $50,000 $375,000
District/Other
City 1.0 ($100,000) $35,000 $135,000
2011 County 1.0 ($100,000) $75,000 $55,000 $230,000
District/Other
City 1.0 ($100,000) $40,000 $140,000
2012 County 1.0 ($ 100,000) $55,000 $155,000
District/Other
City 1.0 ($100,000) $45,000 $145,000
2013 County 3.0 ($300,000) $150,000 $205,000 $655,000
District/Other
City 1.0 ($100,000) $50,000 $150,000
2014 County 3.0 ($300,000) $150,000 $205,000 $655,000
District/Other
Total 14.0 ($1.4 million) $600,000 $770,000 $2.77 million
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The Stormwater Management Program Area aims to prevent water quality and quantity impacts �i� °
associated with stormwater runoff. This program area focuses on the implementation of options , ;
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pollutant source control and treatment, and the evaluation of stormwater control options that
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and the County adopted three major changes to its code to add protections for Lake Whatcom :.'
and other sensitive watersheds ( 1994, 1999, 2002) . Over the years, the City and County have
continued to increase their investments in capital projects designed to slow the amount of
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defense to the Lake from major stormwater inputs from City public stormwater systems . Due to
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concentrate on making previously completed stormwater systems more efficient at removing ` ,
phosphorus and will assist private property owners to take actions to reduce water quality ,
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to reduce water quality impacts associated with stormwater runoff. The County will also work to , 4
provide resources and information to private property owners to help them minimize water `.
quality impacts from their properties. Both the City and County have submitted grant proposals � `z
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City of Bellingham 2007 Comprehensive Stormwater Plan
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City 1995 Stormwater Ordinance 10633 r .
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County 1999 Water Resource Protection Overlay District Ordinance 99-086 '
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Program Area : 2. Stormwater Management
Task : 2 . 1 Identify and prioritize stormwater projects utilizing models
Period Responsible Party Cost Estimate Status P Reduction
2010 - 2014 City/County $490,000*, Active Indirect
Task Objective : Prioritize nutrient reduction projects in the watershed using sub-watershed scale pollutant
loading models
Actions:
• Define criteria for prioritization of stormwater projects
• Use pollutant loading models to identify priority stormwater projects in the sub-basins of the watershed
• Identify suitable sites for stormwater retrofits
• Inspect and evaluate all seven stormwater treatment facilities in the upper SBC watershed and prepare
pre-design reports for retrofitting
Intended Lake Benefits: Phosphorus Fecal Coliform Sediment Other F�
Reduction Reduction Reduction
If other, please describe : Remove pollutants e.g. oil, grease and metals
Performance Measures: Annual report to include :
1) Criteria for prioritization of projects
2) Prioritized list of stormwater projects in the watershed, updated annually
3) Prioritized list of suitable sites for stormwater retrofits including options, costs, and
timelines for projects
4) Formalized plan to retrofit existing facilities and other suitable sites
Cost Estimates:
Year Party FTEs ($) Capital Costs Other Total
City 0.1 ($10,000) $100,000 $110,000
2010 County 0.1 ($10,000) $115,000 $125,000
District/Other
City 0.1 ($10,000) $100,000 $110,000
2011 County 0.1 ($10,000) $75,000 $85,000
District/Other
City 0.1 ($10,000) $10,000
2012 County 0.1 ($10,000) $10,000
District/Other
City 0.1 ($10,000) $10,000
2013 County 0.1. ($10,000) $10,000
District/Other
City 0. 1 ($10,000) $10,000
2014 County 0. 1 ($10,000) $10,000
District/Other
Total 1.0 ($ 100,000) $390,000* $490,000*
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Program Area : 2 . Stormwater Management
Task : 2 . 2 Improve phosphorus removal in stormwater facilities
Period Responsible Party Cost Estimate Status P Reduction
2010 — 2011 City/County $580,000 Active/Hold * Direct
Task Objective: Improve phosphorus removal in stormwater facilities
Actions:
• City and. County will assess stormwater facilities
• City will conduct full scale testing for Imbrium Systems phosphorus removal media ( 2010)
• County will conduct testing for PhosphoSorb phosphorus removal media ( 2010)
• County will retrofit private stormwater ponds in Silver Beach Creek Watershed . (2010-2011)
• City will reconstruct Barkley/Britton wet pond to a rock/plant filter design (similar to site at WWU )
Intended Lake Benefits: Phosphorus �� Fecal Coliform r Sediment Other A
Reduction Reduction Reduction
If other, please describe: Remove pollutants e .g. oil, grease and metals
Performance Measures: Annual report to include :
1) Number of stormwater facilities assessed, actions taken, percent treatment
improvement for phosphorus, reductions in phosphorus, fecal coliform, flow
velocity, TSS, and turbidity.
2 ) Summary of phosphorus removal efficiency of Imbrium and PhosphoSorb media
3 ) Summary of Barkley/Britton wet pond project
Cost Estimates:
Year Party FTEs ($) Capital Costs Other Total
City 0. 1 ($10,000) $170,000 $180,000
2010 County 0.2 ($20,000) $125,000 $10,000 $155,000
District/Other
City 0. 1 ($10,000) $ 100,000 $110,000
2011 County 0. 1 ($10,000) $125,000 $135,000
District/Other
Total 0.5 ($50,000) $520,000 $ 10,000 $580,000
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Program Area : 2 . Stormwater Management
Task : 2 . 3 Implement comprehensive stormwater plans
Period Responsible Party Cost Estimate. Status P Reduction
2010 - 2014 . City/County. $ 2 .74 million Active/Hold * Direct
Task Objective: Implement existing comprehensive stormwater plans for phosphorus control
Actions:
Public Property Actions :
• Pilot projects to reduce phosphorus using bio-infiltration in public rights of ways
• Institute a tree/vegetation project on streets in watershed to increase vegetated cover
• Schedule reconfiguration of roadside ditches & regular maintenance
• County will construct projectsin the Silver Beach Creek watershed to reduce erosion
• County will complete construction of Lahti Drive/Britton Road Bioswale
Private Property Actions :
• Prioritize infiltration project techniques and locations based on the outcome of soil studies
• Pilot infiltration projects providing technical assistance and financial incentives to property owners
• Establish design standards for types of infiltration techniques and a homeowner's handbook with
descriptions and illustrations for each
Intended Lake Benefits: Phosphorus Fecal Coliform Sediment Other C
Reduction Reduction Reduction
If other, please describe:
Performance Measures: Annual report to include :
1 ) Summary (cost, location, site conditions, project type, area treated and monitoring
plan ) for all public and private infiltration and treatment projects
2 ) Homeowner's Handbook of design standards and infiltration techniques
Cost Estimates:
Year Party FTEs ($) Capital Costs Other Total
City 0.2 ($20,000) $175,000 $195,000
2010 County 0.4 ($40,000) $750,000 $790,000
District/Other
City 0.4 ($40,000) $100,000 $140,000
2011 County 0.4 ($40,000) $600,000 $640,000
District/Other
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City 0.4 ($40,000) $100,000 $140,000
2012 County undetermined * $300,000 $300,000
District/Other
City 0.4 ($40,000) $100,000 $140,000
2013 County undetermined * $300,000 $300,000
District/Other
City 0.4 ($40,000) $50,000 $90,000
2014 County undetermined * undetermined *
District/Other .
Total 2.6 ($260,000) $2.48 million $2 .74million
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Program Area : 2 . Stormwater Management
Task : 2 .4 Conduct Inspections and Assessments
Period Responsible Party Cost Estimate Status P Reduction
2010 - 2014 City/County/SVGA $ 1. 1 million Active Indirect
Task Objective: Conduct daily stormwater inspections of active development projects and conduct regular site
assessments throughout the watershed
Actions:
• County will continue year-round daily inspections of development projects in the watershed
• City will provide daily inspections during construction window and twice weekly inspections outside of
window
• City and County will conduct routine surveillance for non-permitted actions in watershed in coordination
with Lake. Whatcom permit inspection program
• Sudden Valley will continue to require and inspect on-site infiltration systems and conduct regular
erosion control inspections for new construction projects and additions
• Sudden Valley will continue to conduct on-site assessments and provide education for property
modifications
Intended Lake Benefits: Phosphorus Fecal Coliform ❑ Sediment r Other f
Reduction Reduction Reduction
If other, please describe:
Performance Measures: Annual report to include :
1 ) Number of permit/non-permit related inspections conducted
2 ) Number of corrections notices and corrections made
Cost Estimates:
Year Party FTEs ($) Capital Costs Other Total
City 1.0 000,000) $100,000
2010 County 1.0 ($100,000) $100,000
District/Other 0.2 (SVCA) ($20,000) $20,000
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2011 County 1.0 ($100,000) $ 100,000
District/Other 0.2 (SVCA) ($20,000) $20,000
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City 1.0 ($100,000) $100,000
2012 County 1.0 ($100,000) $100,000
District/Other 0.2 (SVCA) ($20,000) $20,000
City 1.0 ($100,000) $100,000
2013 County 1.0 ($ 100,000) $100,000
District/Other 0.2 (SVCA) ($20,000) $20,000
City 1.0 ($ 100,000) $100,000
2014 County 1.0 ($ 100,000) $100,000
District/Other 0.2 (SVCA) ($20,000) $20,000
Total 11.0 ($1.1 million) $1. 1 million
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Program Area : 2. Stormwater Management
Task: 2 . 5 Coordinate NPDES Phase II Implementation
Period Responsible Party Cost Estimate Status P Reduction
2010 - 2014 City/County $ 500;000 Active Indirect
Task Objective: Coordination and implementation of NPDES Phase II stormwater requirements will demonstrate
the ability to positively influence water quality to conform with TMDL and NPDES permit requirements
Actions:
• Share resources for the Silver Beach Creek Pilot Project (SBCP)
• Adopt required resolutions and ordinances as needed
• Continue to coordinate NPDES required programs : Illicit Discharge Detection, Construction Site Controls,
Permanent Water Quality Facilities, Public Outreach, and Public Education
• Perform required public outreach activities and train staff for required duties to meet requirements
Intended Lake Benefits: Phosphorus Fecal Coliform Sediment Other
Reduction Reduction Reduction
If other, please describe: Remove pollutants e .g. oil, grease and metals
Performance Measures: Annual report to include :
1) Number of times and amount of resources shared
2 ) Regulations and ordinances adopted out of number needed
3) Dates and outcomes of NPDES program coordination efforts
4) Date, number of participants and purpose of public outreach events
5) Date, number of participants and purpose of training events
6) Number of permit requirements that are in compliance
Cost Estimates:
Year Party FTEs ($) Capital Costs Other Total
City 0.5 ($50,000) $50,000
2010 County 0.5 ($50,000) $50,000
District/Other
City 0.5 ($50,000) $50,000
2011 County 0.5 ($50,000) $50,000
District/Other
City 0.5 ($50,000) $50,000
2012 County 0.5 ($50,000) $50,000
District/Other
City 0.5 ($50,000) $50,000
2013 County . 0.5 ($50,000) $50,000
District/Other
City 0.5 ($50,000) $50,000
2014 County 0.5 ($50,000) $50,000
District/Other
Total 5.0 ($500,000) $500,000
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Program Area : 2 . Stormwater Management
Task: 2 . 6 Restore Stream Riparian Areas
Period Responsible Party Cost Estimate Status P Reduction
2010 2014 City/County $70,000 Active , i Direct
Task Objective: Stabilize and re-vegetate stream riparian areas to decrease sedimentation sources from eroding
stream banks and poorly vegetated stream areas. Include instream features when appropriate .
Actions:
• Identify suitable sites for restoration of privately owned stream segments
• Contract with property owners to place projects on their properties
Intended Lake Benefits: Phosphorus �� Fecal Coliform �� Sediment a Other A
Reduction Reduction Reduction
If other, please describe: Remove pollutants e.g. oil, grease and metals
Performance Measures: Annual report to include :
1) Number of contracts for private property projects
2) Summary of upland acres restored
3) Linear feet of riparian restoration
4) Number and type of instream projects
Cost Estimates:
Year Party FTEs ($) Capital Costs Other Total
City 0. 1 ($10,000) $10,000
2010 County 0. 1 ($10,000) $10,000
District/Other
City 0. 1 ($10,000) $10,000
2011 County 0. 1 ($10,000) $10,000
District/Other
City
2012 County 0. 1 ($10,000) $10,000
District/Other
City
2013 County 0.1 ($10,000) $10,000
District/Other
City
2014 County 0.1 ($ 10,000) $10,000
District/Other
Total 0.7 ($70,000) $70,000
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The Urbanization and Land Development Program Area aims to reduce water quality impacts . -
resulting from residential and land use development activities. As areas are developed, land
cover is often converted into less pervious surfaces that result in increased stormwater runoff , , , ... ,.
going into the lake . The focus of this program area is to identify and adopt code changes that well � -
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area has been the improvement of data sharing between jurisdictions and the joint review of , w �"
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In July 2009 the City adopted an amendment to the Lake Whatcom Reservoir Regulatory Chapter ,1 ,
and Stormwater Regulations, making significant changes to the regulations for development and
redevelopment, with a focus on eliminating phosphorus runoff. Methods to eliminate --7:-.‘,1,-*. - c
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phosphorus include stormwater engineering, restoring and preserving forested co nditions, or a ¢�<
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October 1st through May 31St. Development permits are only issued up to two weeks prior to the • "
seasonal closure to allow sufficient and reasonable time for applicants to complete permitted
land disturbance activities within the months of June through September.
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Bellingham Municipal Code ( BMC) 16. 80 ( Lake Whatcom Reservoir Regulatory Chapter), 15 .42 3 r g. ,
(Stormwater Regulations), 16 .55 (Critical Areas Ordinance), Title 22 (Shoreline Master Program)
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Program Area : 3 . Urbanization & Land Development
Task: 3 . 1 Maintain and improve permit tracking system
Period Responsible Party Cost Estimate Status P Reduction
2010 - 2014 -City/County/District $26,000 ' Active/Hold * Indirect . .
Task Objective: Improve the system for tracking building and development activities in the watershed and make
accessible to City, County, and District
Actions:
• Continue using Tidemark in the City and County to track permits and other activities in the watershed
and share data between jurisdictions .
• Develop data summaries in response to identified reporting needs
• Enhance the capability to track progress achieved by phosphorus limiting facilities and practices on
private and public properties .
• Convene a Development Tracking Team as necessary
Intended Lake Benefits: Phosphorus ❑ Fecal Coliform ❑ Sediment ❑ Other 12
Reduction Reduction Reduction
If other, please describe : Track activities to identify trends that can be addressed through new policies or
regulations
Performance Measures: Annual report to include :
1) Evaluation of progress limiting phosphorus due to facilities and practices on private and public
properties
2) Current permit and development data from both jurisdictions updated monthly (for staff access and use )
3) Data summaries
4) Examples of standardized reporting on permits and activities for each jurisdiction
5) Outcomes of Development Tracking Team meetings
Cost Estimates:
Year Party FTEs ($) Capital Costs Other Total
City 0.02 ($2,000) $2,000
2010 County 0.1 ($10,000) $10,000
District/Other 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
City . 0.02 ($2,000) $2,000
2011 County 0.1 ($10,000) $10,000
District/Other 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
City undetermined *
2012 County undetermined *
District/Other undetermined *
City undetermined *
2013 County undetermined *
District/Other undetermined *
City undetermined *
2014 County undetermined *
District/Other undetermined *
Total 0.26 ($26,000) $26,000
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Program Area : 3 . Urbanization & Land Development
Task: 3 . 2 Maintain joint development review process
Period Responsible Party Cost Estimate Status P Reduction
2010 - 2014 City/County $4,000 Active/Hold * Indirect ,
Task Objective: Maintain the City/County joint development review process
Actions:
• Continue notification and joint review of development applications in the UGA portion of the watershed
• Continue notification between City and County of projects triggering SEPA
• Re-evaluate joint development review process as necessary
Intended Lake Benefits: Phosphorus ❑ Fecal Coliform ❑ Sediment ❑ Other _ ��
Reduction Reduction Reduction
If other, please describe: Coordinated review efforts result in improved outcomes for lake water quality
Performance Measures: Annual report to include :
1) Records of joint SEPA review
2) Summary of projected impact of each SEPA determination on. Lake Whatcom TMDL
targets
Cost Estimates:
Year Party FTEs ($) Capital Costs Other Total
City ' 0.01 ($ 1,000) $1,000
2010 . County 0.01 ($ 1,000) $1,000
District/Other
City 0.01 ($ 1,000) $1,000
2011 County 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
District/Other
City undetermined*
2012 County undetermined*
District/Other
City undetermined*
2013 County undetermined*
District/Other
City undetermined*
2014 County undetermined*
District/Other
Total 0.04 ($4,000) $4,000
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Program Area : 3 . Urbanization & Land Development
Task: 3 . 3 Continue to assess the effectiveness of regulations
Period Responsible Party Cost Estimate Status P Reduction
2010 - 2014 City/County/SVCA • $45;000 Active/Hold '` Indirect
Task Objective: Continue to assess the effectiveness of regulations
Actions:
• County will expand its Low Impact Development Program through code amendments, permit process
modifications, a technical assistance manual, and public education and outreach to accomplish TMDL and
Phase II requirements (2010)
• City will revisit the 2009 code changes to the Lake Whatcom Reservoir Regulatory Chapter before Council
and modify accordingly (2010)
• City will review the Silver Beach Neighborhood Plan (SBNP) (2010)
• Each jurisdiction will be updated on any proposed changes to regulations and BMPs
• Sudden Valley will modify portions of its existing guidelines to address problematic regulations and find
areas where consistent regulations with other agencies can be adopted
Intended Lake Benefits: Phosphorus s� Fecal Coliform ❑ Sediment ❑ Other ❑
Reduction Reduction Reduction
If other, please describe:
Performance Measures: Annual report to include :
1) Number of acres in Native Vegetation Protection Area ( NVPA - forested ) in City
2) Number of properties with engineered stormwater facilities in City and County
3 ) Summary of effectiveness of regulations at minimizing phosphorus runoff LID Program
4) Actions taken to accomplish TMDL and Phase II requirements (2010)
5 ) Modifications to Lake Whatcom Reservoir Regulatory Chapter 2009 code changes
6) SBNP recommendations presented to the Neighborhood Association and City Council
7) Interjurisdictional updates on proposed changes to regulations
Cost Estimates:
Year Party FTEs ($) Capital Costs Other Total
City 0.05 ($5,000) $5,000
2010 County 0.05 ($5,000) $5,000
District/Other 0.05 (SVCA) ($5,000) $5,000
City 0.05 ($5,000) $5,000
2011 County 0.05 ($5,000) $5,000
District/Other 0.05 (SVCA) ($5,000) $5,000
City undetermined *
2012 County undetermined *
District/Other 0.05 (SVCA) ($5,000) $5,000
City undetermined *
2013 County undetermined *
District/Other 0.05 (SVCA) ($5,000) $5,000
City undetermined *
2014 County undetermined *
District/Other 0.05 (SVCA) ($5,000) $5,000
Total 0.45 ($45,000) $45,000
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Increase lake stewardship and reduce urban impacts through the provision of
educational programs and materials to watershed residents, the general public and
decision makers on topics related to water quality, source control, and land use and
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The Community Outreach Program Area aims to protect water quality by encouraging watershed
residents and visitors to become stewards of the lake. The focus of this program is to provide
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stewardship tools that each individual can use to help protect Lake Whatcom . These tools range
from lake-friendly gardening practices to picking up pet waste and encouraging people to engage -
in lake-friendly car washing and maintenance practices .
Notable Accomplishments: c
In 2008, the Lake Whatcom Education Team, comprising staff from the City, County, Sudden
Valley Community Association, and WSU Cooperative Extension, was re-established to coordinate •
and implement community outreach and education programs as part of the Lake Whatcom
Management Program .
In 2009, the Lake Whatcom Education Team initiated work on the Silver Beach Creek Pilot Project
(SBCP) . Residents of the Silver Beach Creek watershed were engaged in mail and telephone
surveys, focus groups, and community meetings. Results from these activities provided
information on existing behaviors, attitudes, barriers, and possible incentives to be used to �-
further develop the SBCP outreach/education program in coordination with members from the
community. mus
For the past few years, the City has engaged in a very successful dog waste disposal campaign
using education materials and incentives to encourage pet owners to pick up after their pets and Usli
engage in watershed-friendly pet waste disposal practices .
In 2009, WSU Extension conducted two successful pilot Sustainable Landscaping classes in the s{
watershed . Participants in the class received training on a variety of watershed-friendly practices
that can be implemented on their properties . In exchange for the free training, participants all
implemented on-the-ground changes to improve water quality on their properties and provided
various types of outreach to the broader community on water-friendly gardening.
Reference Documents :
Lake Whatcom Management Program
http ://www. lakewhatcom .whatcomcounty.org/
City of Bellingham Lake Whatcom website
http ://www. cob .org/services/environment/water-quality/lake-whatcom .aspx
Puget Sound Partnership Eco Net .
http ://www. psp .wa . gov/econet. php
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Program Area : 4. Community Outreach
Task: 4. 1 Improve outreach and participation strategies through staff collaboration
Period Responsible Party Cost Estimate Status P Reduction
2010 - 2014 Education Team $30,000 Active None
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Task Objective: Improve lake stewardship by coordinating staff to deliver accurate and cohesive regional
messaging, while increasing participation effectiveness through the sharing of information and resources
Actions :
• Coordinate with all partners on new programs to be implemented
• Share information and expertise about existing and new education programs
• Reduce conflicting program messaging to enhance outreach effectiveness
• Serve as a link to larger regional education efforts and resources
• Coordinate and implement education and outreach needs for all Program Areas with related staff and
provide resources and materials as needed
Intended Lake Benefits: Phosphorus 11 Fecal Coliform Sediment s� Other
Reduction Reduction Reduction
If other, please describe: Indirect pollution reduction through an improvement in program implementation,
leading to more effective behavior change
Performance Measures: Annual report to include :
1) Activities/programs created or modified
2) Qualitative assessment of Program Area coordination efforts
Cost Estimates:
Year Party FTEs ($) Other Total
City 0.02 ($2,000) $2,000
2010 County 0.02 ($2,000) $2,000
SVCA/WSU 0.02 ($2,000) $2,000
City 0.02 ($2,000) $2,000
2011 County 0.02 ($2,000) $2,000
SVCA/WSU 0.02 ($2,000) .. $2,000
City 0.02 ($2,000) $2,000
2012 County 0.02 ($2,000) $2,000
SVCA/WSU 0.02 ($2,000) $2,000
City 0.02 ($2,000) $2,000
2013 County 0.02 ($2,000) $2,000
SVCA/WSU 0.02 ($2,000) $2,000
City 0.02 ($2,000) $2,000
2014 County 0.02 ($2,000) $2,000
SVCA/WSU 0.02 ($2,000) $2,000
Total 0.3 ($30,000) $30,000
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Program Area : 4. Community Outreach
Task: 4. 2 Educate and engage watershed residents and visitors
Period Responsible Party Cost Estimate Status P Reduction
2010 - 2014 Education Team $ 150,000 Active/Hold Indirect
Task Objective: Improve lake stewardship by educating and engaging watershed residents and visitors
Actions :
• Maintain and improve Lake Whatcom Management Program website
• Provide opportunities for community engagement in program development
• Develop and disseminate quarterly e-newsletter with key messages about lake protection
• Produce and distribute Welcome Packet for new watershed residents
• Update informational signage throughout the watershed
• Identify effective ways to inform and engage watershed visitors
• Review and select applicable programs and materials from the Puget Sound Partnership Eco Net
• Participate in interjurisdictional community events
• Coordinate with local organizations to create appropriate public outreach materials
Intended Lake Benefits: Phosphorus Fecal Coliform Sediment Other
Reduction Reduction Reduction
If other, please describe: Improved lake stewardship by watershed residents and visitors
Performance Measures: 1) Timely and accurate information posted on Lake Whatcom Management website
2) Annual report to include:
Number of subscribers to e-newsletter, responses to surveys, focus group
participants, participants in interjurisdictional community events, number of citizens
involved in stewardship programs, type and number of education materials
produced and disseminated .
Cost Estimates:
Year Party FTEs ($) Other Total
City 0. 1 ($10,000) $10,000
2010 County 0. 1 ($10,000) $10,000
SVCA/WSU 0.05 ($5,000)/ 0.05 ($5,000) $ 10,000
City 0. 1 ($10,000) $10,000
2011 County 0. 1 ($10,000) $10,000
SVCA/WSU 0.05 ($5,000)/ 0.05 ($5,000) $10,000
City 0. 1 ($10,000) $10,000
2012 County 0.1 ($10,000) $10,000
SVCA/WSU 0.05 ($5,000)/ 0.05 ($5,000) $10,000
City 0.1 ($10,000) $10,000
2013 County 0.1 ($10,000) $10,000
SVCA/WSU 0.05 ($5,000)/ 0.05 ($5,000) $10,000
City 0.1 ($10,000) $10,000
2014 County 0.1 ($10,000) $10,000
SVCA/WSU 0.05 ($5,000)/ 0.05 ($5,000) $10,000
Total 1.5 ($150,000) $ 150,000
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Program Area : 4. Community Outreach
Task: 4. 3 Reduce pollution from animal waste
Period Responsible Party Cost Estimate Status P Reduction
2010 - 2014 City/County/District $30,200 Active/Hold Direct
Task Objective: Reduce pollution resulting from improper disposal of animal waste in the watershed with
particular emphasis on proper disposal of dog waste
Actions:
• Install additional dog waste bag dispensers in the Silver Beach Creek Watershed area to provide tools for
proper handling of dog waste . Stations maintained by City staff and volunteer residents . Site selection
will be determined by the results of water quality testing and resident support.
• Encourage proper pet waste disposal and reward behavior changes by offering incentives to dog owners
• Update information and resources for dog owners on the Lake Whatcom website
• Make video presentations available for interested residents
• Create and distribute informational packets to licensed dog owners (when renewing or new)
• Evaluate Bloedel-Donovan' s off-leash dog program
• Explore options to reduce waste from waterfowl and hobby farms
Intended Lake Benefits: Phosphorus Fecal Coliform Sediment ❑ Other
Reduction Reduction Reduction
If other, please describe: Increased resident involvement in lake stewardship actions
Performance Measures: Annual report to include :
1) Number of packets distributed, videos watched, information updated, stations
installed and maintained
2) Monitor lawns and public spaces for changes in the presence/absence of waste
3) Conduct survey of residents to gauge changes in waste disposal practices
4) Report on evaluation of off-leash program
5) Report on options to reduce waste from waterfowl and hobby farms
Cost Estimates:
Year Party FTEs ($) Capital Costs Other Total
City 0.02 ($2,000) $ 1,000 $3,200 $6,200
2010 County 0.01 ($1,000) $1,200 $2,200
District/Other 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
City 0.02 ($2,000) $2,000
2011 County 0.01 ($1,000) $1,200 $2,200
District/Other 0.01. ($ 1,000) $1,000
City 0.02 ($2,000) $2,000
2012 County 0.01 ($1,000) $ 1,200 $2,200
District/Other 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
City 0.02 ($2,000) $2,000
2013 County 0.01 ($1,000) $1,200 $2,200
District/Other 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
City 0.02 ($2,000) $2,000
2014 County 0.01($1,000) $1,200 $2,200
District/Other 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
Total 0.2 ($20,000) $1,000 $9,200 $30,200
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Program Area : 4. Community Outreach
Task : 4.4 Reduce pollution from vehicle washing and maintenance practices
Period Responsible Party Cost Estimate Status P Reduction
2010 - 2014 City $ 18,400 Active/Hold Indirect
Task Objective : Reduce the pollution from improper car washing and vehicle maintenance practices
Actions:
• Distribute 100 car wash coupons to residents who want to change their car washing habits
• Provide car washing workshop, in the watershed, to model pollution-reducing car washing and water
conservation techniques
• Distribute video and follow up discussion questions to high school clubs, science classes and sports teams
• Publish spring newspaper advertisements for watershed friendly car washing and regulation reminder
• Update information and resources on the Lake Whatcom Management Program website
• Conduct survey to measure knowledge and behavior changes
• Explore opportunities for setting up a permanent vehicle washing station in watershed
Intended Lake Benefits: Phosphorus Fecal Coliform ❑ Sediment ❑ Other Ak
Reduction Reduction Reduction
If other, please describe: Reduce toxins entering lake as a result of improper car washing and maintenance practices
Performance Measures : Annual report to include :
1 ) Number of coupons redeemed at car washing facilities
2 ) Number of people attending car washing workshops
3 ) Surveys to identify a reduction in at home car washes using improper car washing
techniques, an increase in residents using environmentally preferable commercial
car washes, and an increase in residential knowledge of proper car washing
techniques
4) Results of effort to site a permanent vehicle washing station in the watershed
Cost Estimates:
Year Party FTEs ($) Other Total
City 0.02 ($2,000) $2,500 $4,500
2010 County 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
District/Other PSP Grant (2009) — Coupons purchased $900 $900
City 0.02 ($2,000) $2,000
2011 County 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
District/Other .
City 0.02 ($2,000) $2,000
2012 County 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
District/Other
City 0.02 ($2,000) $2,000
2013 County 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
District/Other
City 0.02 ($2,000) $2,000
2014 County 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
District/Other
Total 0. 15 ($15,000) $3,400 $ 18,400
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Program Area : 4. Community Outreach
Task : 4. 5 Reduce pollution associated with, landscape practices
Period Responsible Party Cost Estimate Status P Reduction
2010 - 2014 WSU Extension $ 15,900 Active/Hold * Direct and Indirect
Task Objective: Increase community, elected officials, and managers' knowledge and use of sustainable
landscape practices associated with runoff and phosphorus load reduction on properties .
Actions:
• Training: Expand existing and provide various training/education opportunities to residents, businesses and
landscapers on sustainable landscape practices including follow-up and support to ensure on-ground changes (e .g.
workshops, site visits) .
• Demonstration Sites : Use various approaches to enable residents and businesses to see and share examples of
sustainable practices (e .g. tours, demonstration sites, movable displays) .
• Incentives/Resources : Encourage sustainable practices by promotion of existing and new incentives and
resources to encourage use of sustainable practices.
Intended Lake Benefits: Phosphorus Fecal Coliform ❑ Sediment Other ■ /
Reduction Reduction Reduction
If other, please describe: Community- and environmental health-related benefits
Performance Measures: Annual report to include : 1) Results of all measures used to determine the success of the
above actions. Measurement techniques will include : post event surveys, participant use of coupons and other
incentives, attendance/participation in events, and observation . Not all measurement techniques will be used for all
actions.
Criteria used to determine an action's success will include : 1 ) knowledge about how landscape practices can impact
runoff and phosphorus loading to streams and Lake Whatcom and other benefits associated with sustainable
landscape practices, 2) on-the-ground changes in landscape practices designed to reduce runoff and phosphorus
loading to water bodies, and 3) awareness of and evaluation of the extent to which targeted programs have been
implemented and possible changes that may increase program success.
Cost Estimates:
Year Party FTEs ($) Other Total
City
2010 County 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
District/Other 0.05 ($5,000) (WSU Extension) PSP Grant (2009) coupons $900 $5,900
City
2011 County 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
District/Other 0.05 ($5,000) (WSU Extension) undetermined* $5,000
City
2012 County 0.01 ($ 1,000) $1,000
District/Other undetermined * undetermined *
City
2013 County 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
District/Other undetermined * undetermined *
City
2014 County 0.01 ($1,000) $ 1,000
District/Other undetermined * undetermined*
Total 0. 15 ($15,000) $900 $ 15,900
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Program Area : 4. Community Outreach
Task : 4. 6 Continue Residential Stormwater Retrofit Program
Period Responsible Party Cost Estimate Status P Reduction
2010 2011 City/DOE $ 338,471 Active Direct
Task Objective: Decrease stormwater runoff from residential properties in the Lake Whatcom watershed by
providing stormwater education and incentives to watershed residents as part of the Residential Stormwater
Retrofit Program ( RSRP)
Actions :
• Conduct stormwater education workshops for watershed residents as part of the Residential Stormwater
Retrofit Program ( RSRP)
• Eligible residents attending the workshops will qualify for free installation of 95-gallon rain barrels
• Create an informational video on program for advertising on BTV10 and at other events
• Update resources and information on stormwater incentives, codes, and regulations for residents
Intended Lake Benefits: Phosphorus Fecal Coliform ❑ Sediment ❑ Other 1
Reduction Reduction' Reduction
If other, please describe: Water conservation
Performance Measures: Annual report to include :
1 ) Number of rain barrels installed on number of RSRP project area properties
2 ) Number of gallons of stormwater managed per year using rain barrels
Cost Estimates: .
Year Party FTEs ($) Other Total
City 1. 15 ($115,000) DOE Grant Funding $50,286 $165,286
2010 County Grant dependent
District/Other
City 1.15 ($115,000) DOE Grant Funding $58, 185 $173,185
2011 County Grant dependent
District/Other
Total 2.3 ($230,000) $108,471 $338,471
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Program Area : 4. Community Outreach
Task : 4. 7 Continue Water Conservation Outreach
Period Responsible Party Cost Estimate Status P Reduction
2010 - 2011 City/District $ 170,400 Active None
Task Objective: Decrease city-wide water consumption through water conservation outreach program
Actions:
• Develop and implement water conservation education program
• Continue existing public outreach measures including: rain barrel program (workshops and general
sales), voluntary metering program, water conservation kit distribution, video and public service
announcements, and events .
Intended Lake Benefits: Phosphorus �� Fecal Coliform ❑ Sediment ❑ Other s�
Reduction Reduction Reduction
If other, please describe: Water conservation
Performance Measures: Annual report to include :
1) Number of rain barrels and water conservation kits distributed
2) Number of participants in voluntary metering program
Cost Estimates:
Year Party FTEs ($) Other Total
City 0.62 ($62,000) $19,700 $81,700
2010 County
District/Other 0.01 ($1,000) $2,500 $3,500
City 0.62 ($62,000) $19,700 $81,700
2011 County
District/Other 0.01 ($1,000) $2,500 $3,500
Total 1.26 ($126,000) $44,400 $170,400
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Program Area : 4. Community Outreach
Task: 4. 8 Report Toxic Algal Blooms
Period Responsible Party Cost Estimate Status P Reduction
2010 - 2014 Data & Educ. Teams $ 15,000 Active None
Task Objective: Alert the public to the presence of toxic algal blooms to avoid harm to recreational users
Actions: As needed
• Relay information from LWMP monitoring programs, water treatment plant staff or other sources to the
general public regarding toxic algal blooms that are potential health .hazards
Intended Lake Benefits: Phosphorus ❑ Fecal Coliform ❑ Sediment ❑ Other
Reduction Reduction Reduction
If other, please describe: Improved tracking and reporting of toxic algal blooms reduces harm to recreational
users of the lake
Performance Measures: Annual report to include (as needed ) :
1 ) Timeliness of public information announcements
2) Number of algae related health incidents reported
Cost Estimates:
Year Party FTEs ($) Capital Costs Other Total
City 0.01 ($1,000) $ 1,000
2010 County 0.01 ($1,000) $ 1,000
District/Other 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
City 0.01 ($1,000) $ 1,000
2011 County 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
District/Other 0.01 ($1,000) $ 1,000
City 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
2012 County 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
District/Other 0.01 ($1,000) $ 1,000
City 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
2013 County 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
District/Other 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
City 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
2014 County 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
District/Other 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
Total 0.15 ($15,000) $ 15,000
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Program Area : 5 . Data Management & Information
Goal:
Maintain and enhance databases sufficient for detection of water quality and quantity
trends, assessment of problems, evaluation and selection of management actions, and
Imonitoring of action effectiveness.
The Data and Information Management Program Area aims to collect and manage data to '. t
increase our understanding of water quality, pollution source, and land use trends over time and
to guide management decisions accordingly. This Program Area is administered by a Data
Management Team composed of staff from the City, County, District, WWU's Institute for
Watershed Studies, and the Department of Ecology.
Notable Accomplishments : CO—
City and County staff worked ` "
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over 290 titles, summaries, and ' i :, = �" a Lid
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Whatcom related studies and i' 'i tyifcr,, �-•-„ 2 rte °
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The Lake Whatcom Data Management Team continues to work closely with WWU's Institute for
Watershed Studies to collect and manage Lake Whatcom monitoring data. O
Reference Documents:
Lake Whatcom Data Catalog
Copies of the documents are available at the Whatcom County Public Works Water Resources
Library and the Bellingham Public Library
Lake Whatcom Monitoring Reports •
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Program Area : 5 . Data Management & Information
Task: 5. 1 Continue Lake Whatcom water quality monitoring
Period Responsible Party Cost Estimate Status P Reduction
2010 - 2014 Data 'Team $ 1 :23 million * Active/Hold * Indirect
Task Objective: Continue long-term baseline water quality monitoring in Lake Whatcom and selected tributary
streams
Actions:
• Contract with Institute for Watershed Studies
• Create annual monitoring report
Intended Lake Benefits: Phosphorus ❑ Fecal Coliform ❑ Sediment ❑ Other s�
Reduction Reduction Reduction
If other, please describe: Information/data used to improve water quality policies and management actions
Performance Measures: 1) Distribute monthly progress reports to Data Team
2) Annual monitoring reports
Cost Estimates:
Year Party FTEs ($ ) Capital Costs Other Total
City $226,963 $226,963
2010 County
District/Other
City $236,031 $236,031
2011 County
District/Other
City $245,472 $245,472
2012 County
District/Other
City $255,000* $255,000*
2013 County
District/Other
City $265,000* $265,000*
2014 County
District/Other
Total $ 1.23 million * $1.23 million *
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Program Area : 5 . Data Management & Information
Task : 5 . 2 Update tributary loading models ,
Period Responsible Party Cost Estimate Status P Reduction
2010 2014: Data -Team $362;000 Active/Hold * Indirect
Task Objective: Provide data and oversee tributary pollutant loading model updates
Actions:
• Refine the tributary monitoring project to more precisely determine phosphorus loading sources
Intended Lake Benefits: Phosphorus Fecal Coliform Sediment Other
Reduction Reduction Reduction
If other, please describe:
Performance Measures: 1) End of study report of phosphorus loading sources with water quality and quantity
data for specified tributaries integrated into loading models
Cost Estimates:
Year Party FTEs ($) Capital Costs Other Total
City $80,000 $80,000
2010 County 0.03 ($3,000) $80,000 $83,000
District/Other $18,000 $18,000
City $80,000 $80,000
2011 County 0.03 ($3,000) $80,000 $83,000
District/Other $18,000 $18,000
City
2012 County undetermined * undetermined *
District/Other
City .
2013 County undetermined* undetermined *
District/Other
City
2014 County undetermined* undetermined *
District/Other
Total 0.06 ($6,000) $356,000 $362,000
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Program Area : 5 . Data Management & Information
Task : 5 . 3 Review and summarize monitoring studies and reports
Period Responsible Party Cost Estimate Status P Reduction
2010 - 2014 Data Team $ 10,000 Active None
Task Objective: Review and summarize monitoring studies and reports to determine policy implications
Actions: .
• Read, discuss and summarize reports
• Provide summaries to ICT
Intended Lake Benefits: Phosphorus ❑ Fecal Coliform n Sediment 111 Other
Reduction Reduction Reduction
If other, please describe: New information/data used to improve water quality policies and management actions
Performance Measures: Annual report to include :
1) Summary of water quality issues identified by monitoring studies and reports
2) Policy recommendations in response to reports
3) Tasks that are modified or new in response to reports
Cost Estimates:
Year Party FTEs ($) Capital Costs Other Total
City 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
2010 County 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
District/Other
City 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
2011 County 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
District/Other
City 0.01 ($ 1,000) $1,000
2012 County 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
District/Other
City 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
2013 County 0.01 ($ 1,000) $1,000
District/Other
City 0.01 ($ 1,000) $1,000
2014 County 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
District/Other
Total 0.1 ($10,000) $ 10,000
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Program Area : 5 . Data Management & Information
Task : 5 .4 Maintain and update Data Catalog
Period Responsible Party Cost Estimate Status P Reduction
2010 - 2014 Data Team $5000 Active None
Task Objective: Maintain and update data records
Actions :
• Add entries into the Lake Whatcom Data Catalog for all Lake Whatcom research, monitoring and reports
published in the prior year
Intended Lake Benefits: Phosphorus ❑ Fecal Coliform ❑ Sediment ❑ Other
Reduction Reduction Reduction
If other, please describe: Data Catalog acts as an information source for the public to improve lake stewardship
Performance Measures: 1) Annual update of Lake Whatcom Data Catalog
Cost Estimates:
Year Party FTEs ($) Capital Costs Other Total
City
2010 County 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
District/Other
City . 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
2011 County
District/Other
City
2012 County 0.01 ($ 1,000) $1,000
District/Other
City 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
2013 County
District/Other
City
2014 County 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
District/Other
Total 0.05 ($5,000) $5,000
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Program Area : 5 . Data Management & Information
Task: 5 . 5 Establish new monitoring programs
Period Responsible Party Cost Estimate Status P Reduction
2010 - 2014 Data Team As needed * Hold Indirect
Task Objective: Continue to improve detection of water quality and quantity trends by establishing new
monitoring programs as needed
Actions:
• Respond to data needs identified by staff and/or consultants by initiating new monitoring programs
Intended Lake Benefits: Phosphorus ❑ Fecal Coliform ❑ Sediment ❑ Other r
Reduction Reduction Reduction
If other, please describe: New information/data used to improve water quality policies and management actions
Performance Measures: 1) Annual review of identified data needs and update of monitoring program
Cost Estimates:
Year Party FTEs ($) Capital Costs Other Total
City
2010 County undetermined * undetermined *
District/Other
City
2011 County undetermined* undetermined *
District/Other
City
2012 County undetermined* undetermined *
District/Other
City
2013 County undetermined * undetermined *
District/Other
City
2014 County undetermined * undetermined *
District/Other
Total
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Program Area : 6. Spill Response & Hazardous Materials
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prevention and response programs, and continual improvement of communication ,
network to handle spill response .
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The Spill Response and Hazardous Materials Program Area aims to revent water quality im acts `
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associated with improper storage and handling of hazardous materials within the watershed and '
ensure that spill prevention and response programs adequately protect water quality. The current
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focus of this program area
• to improve spill response time to water quality threats by
coordinating spill response reporting and information sharing between jurisdictions. z
Notable Accomplishments: �
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In May of 2008, the City of Bellingham and Whatcom County held a watershed -wide household
hazardous waste collection event and collected 22,482 pounds of household hazardous waste from
278 residents . Waste collected included a ton of
fertilizers containing phosphorus, 4,219 pounds of z -
pesticides and poisons, 110 pounds of fluorescent lamps, and 5,900 pounds of oil based paints.
Reference Documents:
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Washington Toxics Coalition ,
www.watoxics. org
Plan
City of Bellingham Emergency Operations
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Program Area : 6. Spill Response & Hazardous Materials
Task: 6. 1 Amend local Emergency Operations Plans
Period Responsible Party Cost Estimate Status P Reduction
2010 ICT. $3;000 Active : None
Task Objective : Amend local Emergency Operations Plans ( EOPs) to include a chapter on Lake Whatcom-specific
responses
Actions:
• Work with emergency management staff from each jurisdiction to amend Emergency Operations Plans
to include a Lake Whatcom Chapter
Intended Lake Benefits: Phosphorus ❑ Fecal Coliform Sediment Other
Reduction Reduction Reduction
If other, please describe: Improved local emergency response plan to respond to Lake Whatcom-specific
emergencies
Performance Measures: 1) Local Emergency Operations Plans amended to include Lake Whatcom Chapter
2) Summary of amendments to be included in annual report
Cost Estimates:
Year Party FTEs ($) Capital Costs Other Total
City 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
2010 County 0.01 ($1,000) $ 1,000
District/Other 0.01 ($1,000) $ 1,000
Total 0.03 ($3,000) $3,000
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Program Area : 6. Spill Response & Hazardous Materials
Task : 6. 2 Coordinate spill response reporting among all jurisdictions
Period Responsible Party Cost Estimate Status P Reduction
2011 and 2014. ICT Staff Hold None
Task Objective: Coordinate spill response reporting among all jurisdictions ( Fire, LWWSD, DOE)
Actions:
• Convene a Spill Response Team to review and report on spill response procedures and reporting
protocols (Convene in 2011 and 2014 or after significant spill incidents)
Intended Lake Benefits: Phosphorus fl Fecal Coliform J Sediment J Other L
Reduction Reduction Reduction
If other, please describe : Coordinated response reporting has the potential to improve clean-up efforts and
provide greater transparency between jurisdictions
Performance Measures: Annual report to include (as needed ) :
1) Findings of reviews and amendments made to spill response procedures and
reporting protocols per recommendations of Spill Response Team
Cost Estimates:
Year Party FTEs ($) Capital Costs Other Total
City
2011 County
District/Other
City
2014 County
District/Other
Total
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Program Area : 6. Spill Response & Hazardous Materials
Task: 6. 3 Conduct hazardous waste collection events
Period Responsible Party Cost Estimate Status P Reduction
2010, 2013 ICT $56,000 Active Indirect
Task Objective: Conduct hazardous waste collection events at locations in the watershed
Actions:
• Work with Moderate Risk Waste Facility staff to plan and implement events
Intended Lake Benefits: Phosphorus Fecal Coliform ❑ Sediment ❑ Other s�
Reduction Reduction Reduction
If other, please describe: Removal of all lawn, garden, and household hazardous products
Performance Measures : Annual report for years 2010 to 2013 to include the following:
1 ) Summary of event ( location, # participants, # staff)
2) Pounds of waste collected
Cost Estimates:
Year Party FTEs ($) Capital Costs Other Total
City 0.01 ($1,000) $25,000 $26,000
2010 County 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
District/Other 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
City 0.01. ($1,000) $25,000 $26,000
2013 County 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
District/Other 0.01 ($ 1,000) $1,000
Total 0.06 ($6,000) $50,000 $56,000
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Program Area : 7 . Forestry/Fish/Wildlife
Goal: •
Develop and maintain a comprehensive watershed forest management plan that
i minimizes impacts to water quality, and promotes actions and programs that protect
and enhance fish and wildlife habitat . _ O
The Lake Whatcom watershed provides habitat for a wide variety of fish and wildlife species . Most
of the land in the watershed is in a forested condition and is managed by the State Department of
Natural Resources, timber management companies, or private landowners. The N
Forestry/Fish/Wildlife Program Area aims to protect the clean water functions provided by forests ri„
located in the Lake Whatcom watershed .
Notable Accomplishments :
Over the past few years, the City and County have continued to monitor forestry activities in the
watershed to ensure that any adverse water quality impacts are minimized . T
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In 2005, the City of Bellingham adopted a Critical Areas Ordinance and the County adopted an
updated version of their Critical Areas Ordinance . These ordinances outline the specific rules and
regulations regarding development near wetlands, streams and other environmentally sensitive
areas .
Reference Documents:
City of Bellingham Critical Areas Ordinance ( BMC 16 .55 )
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http ://www. cob . org/documents/planning/comprehensive-plan -code-amendments/critical -area-
ordinance/2005 -12-06-final-cao . pdf
City of Bellingham Shoreline Master Program ( BMC Title 22 ) •
http ://www. cob . org/documents/planning/shoreline -master-program/november-final -draft-cc. pdf
Whatcom County Critical Areas Ordinance (WCC 16 . 16)
http ://www .whatcomcounty . us/pds/naturalresources/criticalareas/index.jsp
Whatcom County Shoreline Management Program (WCC Title 23)
http ://www.whatcomcounty. us/pds/naturalresources/shorelines/regulations/codeandmaps/pdf/S
M P_CountyApproved_EcologyApproved_090323_clean_000. pdf
Interjurisdictional Committee ( IJC) Reports
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Program Area : 7 . Forestry/Fish/Wildlife
Task: 7 . 1 Review IJC reports of DNR activities
Period Responsible Party Cost Estimate Status P Reduction
2010 - 2014 ICT $ 15,000 Active . None
Task Objective: Promote actions and programs that protect and enhance fish and wildlife habitat by reviewing
the Interjurisdictional Committee's WC) reports of DNR activities
Actions:
• Set up annual meeting to review IJC reports
• Incorporate review findings into work plan and present recommendations to Management Committee
• Provide recommendations to the IJC when appropriate
Intended Lake Benefits: Phosphorus 1J Fecal Coliform ❑ Sediment ❑ Other
Reduction Reduction Reduction
If other, please describe:
Performance Measures: Annual report to include :
1) Annual meeting schedule developed and implemented ( 2010)
2) Work plan updates based on IJC reports
3 ) Conclusions and recommendations presented to Management Committee
Cost Estimates:
Year Party FTEs ($) Capital Costs Other Total
City 0.01 '($1,000) $1,000
2010 County 0.01 .($1,000) $1,000
District/Other 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
City 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
2011 County 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
District/Other 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
City 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
2012 County 0.01 ($ 1,000) $1,000
District/Other 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
City 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
2013 County 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
District/Other 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
City 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
2014 County 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
District/Other 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
Total 0.15 ($15,000) $15,000
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Program Area : 7 . Forestry/Fish/Wildlife
Task: 7 . 2 Enforce water quality assurances
Period Responsible Party Cost Estimate Status P Reduction
2010 - 2014 ICT $25,000 Active Indirect
Task Objective: Promote actions and programs that protect and enhance fish and wildlife habitat by advocating
for stricter Department of Ecology ( DOE) enforcement of water quality assurances
Actions:
• Advocate for strict DOE enforcement of water quality assurances
Intended Lake Benefits: Phosphorus Fecal Coliform fl Sediment Other ❑
Reduction Reduction Reduction
If other, please describe:
Performance Measures: 1) Annual evaluation of logging operations adherence to assurances
2) Propose and advocate for stricter assurances as warranted
Cost Estimates:
Year Party FTEs ($) Capital Costs Other Total
City 0.25 ($25,000) $25,000
2010 County
District/Other
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2011 County
District/Other
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2012 County
District/Other
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2013 County
District/Other
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2014 County
District/Other
Total 0. 25 ($25,000) $25,000
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Program Area : 8. Transportation 00
Goal: •
Design and develop transportation systems that include alternatives to automobiles,
locate "through" routes away from the lakeshore, ensure treatment of runoff before
entering the lake and otherwise protects water quality. .
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Motorized vehicles are a source of a variety of pollutants found in stormwater runoff. Pollutants
such as oil, antifreeze, rubber, heavy metals, transmission and brake fluid can be deposited and
accumulate on roadway surfaces through normal vehicle use. These pollutants can be carried
during rain events to storm drains and ditches and eventually end up in our streams and lakes. T�
The Transportation Program Area aims to limit transportation-related impacts to water quality by
encouraging watershed residents to use alternative transport and to limit the number of vehicle O
mile trips being made in the watershed .
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CUIn September of 2008, the City completed the Northshore Drive Roadway and Drainage
Improvement Project . The project included installing new stormwater-main piping, porous gale
concrete sidewalks, street lighting, and porous concrete bike lanes, in conjunction with . •
rehabilitating and resurfacing the existing roadway. The design retrofitted the entire street to O
meet requirements for both enhanced phosphorus treatment of stormwater runoff, as well
as completing the gap in the sidewalk between Dakin Street and the Silver Beach Store making it
easier and safer for watershed residents to commute by bike .
The City of Bellingham Public Works Department received Project of the Year from the
Washington State Chapter of the American Public Works Association (APWA) for the Northshore
Drive Roadway and Drainage Improvement Project.
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City of Bellingham Comprehensive Plan Ch . 3 Transportation Element
TG 38 and TG 39
Whatcom County Comprehensive Plan Ch . 6 Transportation Element
Smart Trips — Whatcom County
http ://www.whatcomsmarttrips . org/
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Program Area : 8 . Transportation
Task : 8. 1 Improve transportation planning
Period Responsible Party Cost Estimate Status P Reduction
2010-2012 City/County $2,000 Active None
Task Objective: Protect water quality from transportation-related activities by improving transportation planning
coordination in a manner consistent with water quality protection goals
Actions:
• Evaluate cost and method for road design standards impacts to water quality including road dimensions,
road surface and shoulder, and ditch design
• Determine implementation schedule for Transportation Comp Plan's traffic routing objectives
• Amend 2011 Transportation Comp Plans to minimize water quality impacts in the watershed (as needed )
Intended Lake Benefits: Phosphorus ❑ Fecal Coliform Sediment ❑ Other
Reduction Reduction Reduction
If other, please describe: Potential reduction in transportation-related lake water quality impacts
Performance Measures: 1) Report on results of road design standards evaluation
2) Report on results of traffic flow routing evaluation
3) Amend road design standards as needed to respond to evaluation
4) Amendments to Comp Plans to include any revisions to goals and policies pertaining
to water quality impacts associated with transportation
Cost Estimates:
Year Party FTEs ($) Capital Costs Other Total
City 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
2010 County 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
District/Other
Total 0.02 ($2,000) $2,000
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Program Area : 8. Transportation
Task : 8. 2 Reduce vehicle mile trips (VMT) in watershed
Period Responsible Party Cost Estimate Status P Reduction
2010 - 2014 City/County $5,000 Active None
Task Objective: Protect water quality from transportation-related activities by reducing vehicle mile trips (VMT)
in the watershed
Actions:
• Coordinate with WTA to identify and implement strategies to increase transit ridership in watershed (e.g.
Explore options for installing high-visibility bus shelters at all WTA bus stops in Sudden Valley and Geneva)
• Coordinate with neighborhood groups, associations and schools to promote commute trip reduction
• Plan and design bike/pedestrian facilities along major transportation routes (e .g. Expand Euclid Park Trail
connection to Old Lakeway to increase ridership in Geneva, improve bike/bus access to North Shore Park
Trail . )
• Coordinate with Education Team to create public outreach materials and encourage watershed residents to
reduce vehicle mile trips in the watershed
• Implement plan to reduce "through traffic" use of streets near the lake as shortcuts to destinations outside
of watershed .
Intended Lake Benefits: Phosphorus ❑ Fecal Coliform ❑ Sediment ❑ Other
Reduction Reduction Reduction
If other, please describe: Potential reduction in transportation-related lake water quality impacts
Performance Measures: 1) Use WTA tracking system to monitor increase in transit ridership in watershed
2) Annual report of increase in non-vehicular transportation opportunities in watershed to
include linear feet of new trails, new trail connections, new bus stops, new park and ride
spaces, etc.
Cost Estimates:
Year Party FTEs ($) Capital Costs Other Total
City 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
2010 County
District/Other
City 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
2011 County
District/Other
City 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
2012 County
District/Other
City 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
2013 County
District/Other
City 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
2014 County
District/Other
Total 0.05 ($5,000) $5,000
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and water quality through the release of pollutants, the destruction of wildlife habitat, and the `;
spread of invasive species. The Recreation Program Area focuses on promoting recreational ft $tom
opportunities that minimize impacts to water quality while reducing the impacts of existing LtF
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to engage in boating activities that do not adversely impact the
watershed or water quality.
In 2009, the County initiated the process to reconvey 5` x5 kk
approximately 8,000 acres from DNR to Whatcom County for '<
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http ://www . protectyourwaters . net www.Protectrourwaters.net
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Program Area : 9 . Recreation
Task: 9. 1 Prevent aquatic invasive species infestations
Period Responsible Party Cost Estimate Status P Reduction
2010 - 2014 ICT $ 14,000 Active None
Task Objective: Work with state and regional efforts to avoid aquatic invasive species infestations that can occur
as a result of improperly regulated recreational activities such as boating and/or fishing
Actions:
• Contact state and regional organizations for information and assistance in preventing aquatic invasive
species infestations
• Monitor spread of aquatic invasive species as well as any new prevention and control efforts
• Create an Aquatic Nuisance Species Action Plan to prevent aquatic invasive species infestations
• Include feasible prevention program strategies such as implementing a watercraft inspection program,
requiring permits for access to lake, and other options
• Begin implementation of feasible prevention program strategies
Intended Lake Benefits : Phosphorus ❑ Fecal Coliform ❑ Sediment ❑ Other s�
Reduction Reduction Reduction
If other, please describe: Preventative measures result in avoided ecosystem, health, and economic costs
Performance Measures: 1) Evaluate the benefits and costs of a watercraft inspection program (2010)
2) Implement the watercraft inspection program if approved (2011)
3) Annual report to include :
• List of contacts at state and regional level working on invasive species
• Local and regional aquatic invasive species status and prevention and control efforts
• Aquatic Nuisance Species Action Plan for Lake Whatcom
• If permit program implemented, number of permits issued/revenue collected
Cost Estimates:
Year Party FTEs ($) Capital Costs Other Total
City 0.05 ($5,000) $5,000
2010 County 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
District/Other
City 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
2011 County 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
District/Other
City 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
2012 County 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
District/Other
City 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
2013 County 0.01 ($ 1,000) $1,000
District/Other
City 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
2014 County 0.01 ($ 1,000) $1,000
District/Other
Total 0. 14 ($14,000) $ 14,000
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Program Area : 9 . Recreation
Task: 9 . 2 Design recreational opportunities to protect water quality
Period Responsible Party Cost Estimate Status P Reduction
2010 2014 ICT $ 13,000 Active Indirect
Task Objective: Participate in the design of recreational opportunities that protect water quality
Actions:
• Work with City and County Park Departments to establish water quality protection as a primary criterion
in the design of recreational projects
• Coordinate with County Park Departments to modify park plan and downgrade North Shore trail status
to reduce vehicle mile trips in the watershed
Intended Lake Benefits: Phosphorus s� Fecal Coliform Sediment Other
Reduction Reduction Reduction
If other, please describe: Hydrocarbon pollution and litter
Performance Measures: 1) Annual report to include recreational project design features that affect water quality
Cost Estimates :
Year Party FTEs ($) Capital Costs Other Total
City 0.01 ($ 1,000) $1,000
2010 County 0.01 ($ 1,000) $1,000
District/Other 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
City 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
2011 County 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
District/Other 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
City 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
2012 County 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
District/Other 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
City 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
2013 County 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
District/Other
City 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
2014 County 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
District/Other
Total 0. 13 ($ 13,000) $ 13,000
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Program Area : 10. Utilities & Waste Management
Goal:
Promote conservation of water resources and provision of city sewer to areas with on-
site treatment.
The Utilities and Waste Management Program Area aims to promote water-use efficiency by C
residential, industrial, and commercial users. This program area also strives to minimize water
quality impacts associated with on-site waste systems by ensuring existing on-site septic systems •
and sewers are working effectively and by advocating for the provision of city sewer to areas with
on-site treatment.
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The City's water conservation program has been active since the early 1990s . Reducing outdoor
water use during peak demand periods has been promoted through education and outreach, and tip)
through a rain barrel program . Reductions in indoor water usage have been encouraged through
distribution of water conservation kits that contain a low-flow showerhead, faucet aerators, a 20
toilet displacement bag, and water conservation information . A Voluntary Metering Program was
established that encourages water conservation and accountability. The City also conducts
scheduled annual leak detection of water system zones to ensure efficiency and accountability.
The City continues to contract with the Whatcom County Health Department (WCHD) to inspect
and maintain on-site sewage systems in the City's portion of the watershed . On -site sewage
system inspections are performed in the Lake Whatcom watershed on a routine basis and repairs
to failing systems are completed in a timely manner. rf
At the request of the City the WCHD is taking part in the Silver Beach Pilot Project (SBCP) and has ` �+
been collecting surface water samples from designated sites along Silver Beach Creek on a bi-
weekly basis . The WCHD participates on the Lake Whatcom Education Team, collaborating on
joint education and outreach projects in the watershed .
WCHD and the City recently completed work on an educational folder entitled Homeowners Guide
to On-site Sewage Systems. These folders are distributed to OSS owners during service visits
within the Lake Whatcom watershed . Qj
Reference Documents :
Washington State 2003 Municipal Water Supply-Efficiency Requirements Act
http ://www. doh .wa . gov/ehp/dw/Programs/wue . htm
City of Bellingham's Water Use Efficiency Program
http ://www . cob . org/documents/pw/utilities/2008-water-use-efficiency- program . pdf
On-Site Sewage System Rules and Regulations
Whatcom County Health Department
Chapter 24.05 WCC
http ://www. co .whatcom .wa . us/health/pdf/oss_regulations . pdf
City of Bellingham Municipal Code Amendments
Ordinance 2007-04-031
16 .80 .080 - Development Standards For Residential Single Development
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Program Area : 10. Utilities & Waste Management
Task : 10. 1 Continue OSS contract with County Health Department
Period Responsible Party Cost Estimate Status P Reduction
2010 - 2011 City $ 195,040 Active Indirect
Task Objective: Continue onsite septic system (OSS) contract with the County Health Department (current
through 2011 ) b .
Actions:
• Work with County Health Department to continue contract including enforcement of septic system
operation and maintenance regulations, updated database of septic systems, response to failing septic
systems, and homeowner education
• Create reports summarizing results of on-site septic system surveys, water quality monitoring and
follow-up actions
Intended Lake Benefits: Phosphorus Fecal Coliform Sediment ❑ Other ❑
Reduction Reduction Reduction
If other, please describe:
Performance Measures: 1) Annual report of compiled quarterly progress reports on contract tasks
Cost Estimates:
Year Party FTEs ($) Capital Costs Other Total
City $97,520 $97,520
2010 County
District/Other
City $97,520 $97,520
2011 County
District/Other
Total $195,040 $ 195,040
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Program Area : 10. Utilities & Waste Management
Task : 10. 2 Promote water conservation
Period . Responsible Party Cost Estimate Status P Reduction
2010 - 2014 City $ 1 .43 million . Active None
Task Objective: Promote the conservation of water resources in the Lake Whatcom watershed
Actions: City will :
• Initiate toilet retrofit program for single residential, multi-family, and commercial water utility customers
• Develop high-efficiency fixture program .
• Develop future water rate structures with an emphasis on water conservation
• Upgrade city parks to high-efficiency irrigation systems
• Conduct water audits, monitor water meters, and number of rain barrels used to calculate water savings
• Partner with District to promote water conservation in watershed
Intended Lake Benefits: Phosphorus ❑ Fecal Coliform ❑ Sediment ❑ Other
Reduction Reduction Reduction
If other, please describe: Water conservation
Performance Measures:
1) Report on number of toilet retro fit kits distributed (2010)
2) Report on high efficiency fixture program (2012)
3 ) Report on conservation focused water rate structure (2011)
4) Percentage of city parks with high efficiency irrigation systems (2012 )
5 ) Include per capita (for metered customers) and city wide water savings in Consumer Confidence reports
6) Estimate of annual water savings as a result of program implementation
Cost Estimates:
Year Party FTEs ($) Capital Costs Other Total
City 1.0 ($100,000 $80,000 $180,000
2010 County .
District/Other
City 1.5 ($150,000) $175,000 $325,000
2011 County
District/Other
City 1.5 ($150,000) $175,000 $325,000
2012 County
District/Other
City 1.5 ($150,000) $150,000 $300,000
2013 County
District/Other
City 1.5 ($150,000) $150,000 $300,000
2014 County
District/Other
Total 7.0 ($700,000) $730,000 $1 .43 million
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Program Area : 10. Utilities & Waste Management
Task: 10 . 3 Protect lake from wastewater pollution
Period Responsible Party Cost Estimate Status P Reduction
2010 - 2014 District $4 .0& million . Active Direct/Indirect
Task Objective: Protect the Lake by removing sewage from the watershed
Actions: District will :
• Maintain and replace sanitary sewer infrastructure to efficiently move effluent to treatment plant
• Continue to manage I & I
• Continue to prevent overflows
• Continue mandatory connection to sewer when available and within 200 feet of property
• Not allow extension of Water service without sewer connection
• Only allow approval of on-site septic systems when sewer is not currently available and when
economically feasible
• Work with City and County with regard to new development subject to District's sewer and water
extension policies
• Complete capital projects
Intended Lake Benefits: Phosphorus Fecal Coliform Sediment Other ❑
Reduction Reduction Reduction
If other, please describe:
Performance Measures:
1) Annual expenditure per Capital Improvement Plan
2) Report annually on District activities outlined above
Cost Estimates:
Year Party FTEs ($) Capital Costs Other Total
City
2010 County
District/Other undetermined $538,327 $538,327
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2011 County
District/Other undetermined $808,536 $808,536
City
2012 County
District/Other undetermined $995, 186 $995,186
City
2013 County
District/Other undetermined $836,454 $836,454
City
2014 County
District/Other undetermined $907,726 $907,726
Total $4.08 million $4.08 million
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Goal :
Administer and coordinate ICT and committee activities to support Management Plan
implementation .
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The Administration Program Area aims to effectively administer and coordinate the % '
Interjurisdictional Coordinating Team ( ICT) and Program Area Committee activities to support the '
successful implementation of the Lake Whatcom Management Plan . `k
Notable Accomplishments :
Since 2000 the Interjurisdictional Coordinating Team ( ICT) has served to coordinate staff from the
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administration and coordination efforts have resulted in the successful implementation of two � , ` ti
Lake Whatcom Management Program five-year work plans, each with numerous tasks and actions. % r ;
The second five-year work plan has now been completed .
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Councils/Commissioners. Several Lake Whatcom Joint Policy Group subcommittee meetings have
been held to discuss the status of Lake Whatcom Management Program, regulations, land use and
other issues.
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meetings and work product development . SVCA is now also actively participating in work plan c�
implementation .
Reference Documents:
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Task: 11 . 1 Staff the ICT, Management Committee, and Joint Council meetings
Period Responsible Party Cost Estimate Status P Reduction
2010 - 2014 ICT $ 185,000 Active None
Task Objective: Support Lake Whatcom Management Program ( LWMP) implementation by staffing the
Interjurisdictional Coordinating Team ( ICT), the Management Committee, and Joint Council meetings
Actions:
• Produce agendas, minutes, research, presentations and other work products for all LWMP meetings
• ICT members attend and participate in all LWMP meetings
Intended Lake Benefits: Phosphorus ❑ Fecal Coliform ❑ Sediment ❑ Other ❑
Reduction Reduction Reduction
If other, please describe:
Performance Measures: 1) Report location of agendas, minutes and presentations for all LWMP meetings
Cost Estimates:
Year Party FTEs (51 Capital Costs Other Total
City 0.16 ($16,000) $16,000
2010 County 0.16 ($16,000) $16,000
District/Other 0.05 ($5,000) $5,000
City 0.16 ($16,000) $16,000
2011 County 0. 16 ($16,000) 516,000
District/Other 0.05 ($5,000) $5,000
City 0.16 ($16,000) $16,000
2012 County 0.16 (516,000) 516,000
District/Other 0.05 ($5,000) $5,000
City 0.16 ($16,000) $16,000
2013 County 0. 16 (516,000) 516,000
District/Other 0.05 ($5,000) $5,000
City 0.16 ($16,000) $ 16,000
2014 County 0.16 (516,000) 516,000
District/Other 0.05 ($5,000) $5,000
Total 1.85 (5185,000) $185,000
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Program Area : 11 . Administration
Task: 11 . 2 Establish funding needs and strategy
Period Responsible Party j Cost Estimate Status P Reduction
2010 - 2'014 ICT $45,00.0. . Active None
Task Objective: Establish work plan funding needs and strategy to support work plan implementation
Actions:
• Represent funding needs in City/County/District budget processes
• Identify and seek grant funding to support implementation of work plan tasks
Intended Lake Benefits: Phosphorus ❑ Fecal Coliform ❑ Sediment ❑ Other C
Reduction Reduction Reduction
If other, please describe:
Performance Measures: 1) Annual report to include percentage of tasks that are funded by budgets, grants or
other sources
Cost Estimates :
Year Party FTEs ($) Capital Costs Other Total
City 0.04 ($4,000) $4,000
2010 County 0.04 ($4,000) $4,000
District/Other 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
City 0.04 ($4,000) $4,000
2011 County 0.04 ($4,000) $4,000
District/Other 0.01 ($1,000) $ 1,000
City 0.04 ($4,000) $4,000
2012 County 0.04 ($4,000) $4,000
District/Other 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
City 0.04 ($4,000) $4,000
2013 County 0.04 ($4,000) $4,000
District/Other 0.01 ($1,000) $ 1,000
City 0.04 ($4,000) $4,000
2014 County 0.04 ($4,000) $4,000
District/Other 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
Total 0.45 ($45,000) $45,000
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Program Area : 11 . Administration
Task: 11 . 3 Coordinate Program Area committees
Period Responsible Party Cost Estimate Status P Reduction
2010 -2014 . ICT $ 15,000 Active None
Task Objective: Support management plan implementation by coordinating Program Area committees
Actions :
• Facilitate meeting, discussion and issue resolution by key program area staff and members of ICT
• Coordinate stormwater management with transportation planning and other Program Areas
• Identify task implementation issues that require participation by key staff working in a Program Area
Intended Lake Benefits: Phosphorus 0 Fecal Coliform J Sediment ❑ Other
Reduction Reduction Reduction
If other, please describe:
Performance Measures : Annual report to include :
1 ) Joint Program Area tasks identified and implemented
2 ) Changes made to Program Area planning and processes as a result of ICT
recommendations .
Cost Estimates:
Year Party FTEs ($) Capital Costs Other Total
City 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
2010 County 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
District/Other 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
City 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
2011 County 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
District/Other 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
City 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
2012 County 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
District/Other 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
City 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
2013 County 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
District/Other 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
City 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
2014 County 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
District/Other 0.01 ($1,000) $ 1,000
Total 0. 15 ($ 15,000) $ 15,000
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Program Area : 11. Administration
Task: 11 .4 Maintain contact with regulatory agencies
Period Responsible Party I Cost Estimate Status P Reduction
2010 - 2014 ICT $ 15,000 Active None
Task Objective: Support Management Plan implementation by maintaining information exchange with agencies
Actions:
• Receive and respond to communication from regulatory agencies regarding lake water quality, natural
resources, and lake watershed land use
Intended Lake Benefits: Phosphorus Fecal Coliform Sediment Other ❑
Reduction Reduction Reduction
If other, please describe: ,
Performance. Measures: 1) Annual report on significant regulatory issues resolved or left outstanding
Cost Estimates:
Year Party FTEs ($) Capital Costs Other Total
City 0.01 ($ 1,000) $1,000
2010 County 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
District/Other 0.01 ($1,000) $ 1,000
City 0.01 ($1,000) $ 1,000
2011 County 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
District/Other 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
City 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
2012 County 0.01 ($ 1,000) $1,000
District/Other 0.01 ($ 1,000) $1,000`
City 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
2013 County 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
District/Other 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
City 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
2014 County 0.01 ($ 1,000) $1,000
District/Other 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
Total 0. 15 ($15,000) $ 15,000
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Program Area : 11. Administration
Task: 11 . 5 Oversee contracts and work products
H Period Responsible Party Cost Estimate Status P Reduction
2010 - 2014 ICT $47,000 Active None
Task Objective : Oversee variety of consultant and contractor projects, contracts and work products
Actions:
• Provide administration oversight for contracts including: Institute for Watershed Studies, Conservation
Contracting, Brown and Caldwell, Whatcom County Health Department and others (2010)
• Sudden Valley staff will increase monitoring of capital projects and ensure consultant planning and •
construction work meets all jurisdictional regulations and requirements
Intended Lake Benefits : Phosphorus ❑ Fecal Coliform ❑ Sediment ❑ Other ❑
Reduction Reduction Reduction
If other, please describe:
Performance Measures: 1) Annual report to include status of projects and contracts .
Cost Estimates:
Year Party FTEs ($) Capital Costs Other Total
City 0.02 ($2,000) $2,000
2010 County 0.02 ($2,000) $2,000
District/Other 0.01 ($1,000)/0.05 $6,000
(SVCA) ($5,000)
City 0.02 ($2,000) $2,000
2011 County 0.02 ($2,000) $2,000
District/Other 0.01 ($1,000)/0.05 $6,000
(SVCA) ($5,000)
City 0.02 ($2,000) $2,000
2012 County 0.02 ($2,000) $2,000
District/Other 0.05 (SVCA) ($5,000) $5,000
City 0.02 ($2,000) $2,000
2013 County 0.02 ($2,000) $2,000
District/Other 0.05 (SVCA) ($5,000) $5,000
City 0.02 ($2,000) $2,000
2014 County 0.02 ($2,000) $2,000
District/Other 0.05 (SVCA) ($5,000) $5,000
Total 0.47 ($47,000) $47,000
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Program Area : 11 . Administration
Task : 11 . 6 Integrate Lake Whatcom Management Program goals into Comp Plans
IPeriod Responsible Party Cost Estimate Status P Reduction
I 2010-2011 . City/County $2,000 Hold None
Task Objective: Support Management Plan implementation by integrating the Lake Whatcom Management
Program goals into 2011 Comprehensive Plan updates
Actions:
• Review existing comprehensive plans for consistency with Lake Whatcom goals
• Amend comprehensive plans to reference TMDL and NPDES Phase II Permit
Intended Lake Benefits: Phosphorus ❑ Fecal Coliform ❑ Sediment ❑ Other ❑
Reduction Reduction Reduction
If other, please describe:
Performance Measures: 1) Annual report to include citations of Comprehensive Plans updates that incorporate
Lake Whatcom management Program goals and TMDL and NPDES references
Cost Estimates:
Year Party FTEs ($ ) Capital Costs Other Total
City .0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
2010 County 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
District/Other
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2011 County
District/Other
Total 0.02 ($2,000) $2,000
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Program Area : 12 . Enforcement
Task: 12 . 1 Improve enforcement capabilities
Period Responsible Party Cost Estimate Status P Reduction
2010 2014 ICT/City/County/SVCA/District $265,000 Active Indirect
Task Objective: Improve enforcement coordination and cross-training
Actions:
• Convene Enforcement Team to assess and improve current watershed-wide enforcement capabilities and
organize cross-training opportunities
• Monitor enforcement actions to determine if enforcement capabilities have improved as a result of
changes to procedures and from participation in training events
• Sudden Valley will modify portions of its existing guidelines to address problematic enforcement areas
Intended Lake Benefits : Phosphorus ❑ Fecal Coliform ❑ Sediment ❑ Other
Reduction Reduction Reduction
If other, please describe: More effective enforcement of measures to protect lake water quality
Performance Measures: Annual report to include :
1) Number of participants and departments in cross-training events
2) Measured or observed improvements to communication feedback, response to
public complaints, and permit compliance (2010, 2012, 2014)
3) Number and types of enforcement actions taken
4) Record of changes made to SVCA enforcement guidelines
Cost Estimates:
Year Party FTEs ($) Capital Costs Other Total
City 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
2010 County 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
District/Other 0.01 ($1,000)/ $51,000
0.5 (SVCA) ($50,000)
City 0.01 ($ 1,000) $1,000
2011 County 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
District/Other 0.01 ($ 1,000)/ $51,000
0.5 (SVCA) ($50,000)
City 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
2012 County 0.01 ($ 1,000) $1,000
District/Other 0.01 ($1,000)/ $51,000
0.5 (SVCA) ($50,000)
City 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
2013 County 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
District/Other 0.01 ($1,000)/ $51,000
0.5. (SVCA) ($50,000)
City 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
2014 County 0.01 ($1,000) $1,000
District/Other 0.01 ($1,000)/ $51,000
0.5 (SVCA) ($50,000)
Total 2.65 ($265,000) $265,000
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Program Area : 12. Enforcement
Task : 12. 2 Improve reporting of enforcement actions
Period Responsible Party Cost Estimate Status P Reduction
2010 - 2014 City/County/SVCA - $80,000 Active„ Indirect
Task Objective: Improve City and County reporting of enforcement actions in the watershed
Actions:
• Sudden Valley will continue to report watershed and critical area violations to the County and improve
follow-up on compliance issues
• Evaluate reporting ( internal and to the public) of enforcement actions, recommend changes as needed to
increase internal communication and public awareness
• City will provide education for citizens on how to report violations of water quality rules
Intended Lake Benefits: Phosphorus Fecal Coliform Sediment r Other
Reduction Reduction Reduction
If other, please describe:
Performance Measures: Annual report to include :
1) Change in unpermitted activities in watershed
2) Change in citizen reporting of water quality violations
Cost Estimates: -
Year Party FTEs ($) Capital Costs Other Total
City 0.1 ($10,000) . $10,000
2010 County 0. 1 ($10,000) $10,000
District/Other 0.1 (SVCA) ($10,000) $10,000
City
2011 County 0. 1 ($ 10,000) $10,000
District/Other 0. 1 (SVCA) ($10,000) $10,000
City
2012 County
District/Other 0.1 (SVCA) ($10,000) $10,000
City
2013 County
District/Other 0. 1 (SVCA) ($10,000) $10,000
City
2014 County
District/Other 0.1 (SVCA) ($ 10,000) $10,000
Total 0.8 ($80,000) $80,000
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Appendices D
Appendix A - Clean Water Act — Total Maximum Daily Load Response Strategy for
Lake Whatcom Total Phosphorus and Bacteria .
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Appendix B - Funding Sources
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Appendix C - Acronyms
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Appendix A
Clean Water Act — Total Maximum Daily Load
Response Strategy for
Lake Whatcom Total Phosphorus and Bacteria .
Lake Whatcom is the subject of a Federal Clean Water Act process known as a Total Maximum Daily Load
which is administered by the State of Washington Department of Ecology. In 1998 the lake was included
in a list of polluted water bodies due to low dissolved oxygen levels in the water. In 2004 Total
Phosphorus was added to the list of pollutants affecting lake water quality. Several other pollutants
have been found in fish tissue samples, these include mercury, PCB, Dieldrin, and others.
Every TMDL submitted by the State of Washington includes a Summary Implementation Strategy (SIS)
and a final Detailed Implementation Plan ( DIP) . These companion documents to the TMDL are described
in a Memorandum of Agreement between EPA and Ecology, view the MOA at this link:
http://www.ecy.wa .gov/programs/wq/tmd1/303moa12 . pdf.
The Lake Whatcom Watershed Total Phosphorus and Bacteria Total Maximum Daily Load, Water Quality e
Study Findings (TMDL Study) was completed in November 2008 by Ecology. This document identifies
pollutant sources, pollutant loading amounts, load reduction requirements and suggested response
strategies .
In preparation for submitting a TMDL plan to EPA for approval, Ecology develops a (SIS) which includes
the pollutant source, loading and reduction requirements and additional information from the TMDL
Study as well as a concise, description of activities planned or underway to implement the TMDL, as
provided in the 2010-2014 Lake Whatcom Management Program Work Plan (2010-2014 Work Plan) .
After EPA approves the SIS, Ecology, in cooperation with local interests, will develop a DIP, which
describes specific strategies and timelines to meet reduction targets, as well as identifying the
responsible entities . The DIP also includes a detailed monitoring plan that sets monitoring guidelines to
evaluate the TMDL's effectiveness, describes funding sources and establishes funding commitments.
In addition to the public process provided for in the 2010-2014 Work Plan, there will also be
opportunities for public comment during development of the DIP .
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Appendix B
Funding Sources
Adequate funding is essential to successful implementation of the 2010-2014 Lake Whatcom
Management Program Work Plan . Funding sources include :
1 ) Lake Whatcom Property Acquisition Fee
2 ) Bellingham Stormwater Utility
3 ) Bellingham Water Utility
4) Bellingham Street Utility
5 ) Bellingham General Fund
6 ) Whatcom County General Fund
7 ) Whatcom County Flood Control Zone fee
8 ) Real Estate Excise Tax
9) Lake Whatcom Water and Sewer District Utility
10) Sudden Valley Community Association
11) Grants
Funding for implementation of activities varies both in the types of funding sources and the certainty
of the funding. The funding indicated in the Cost Estimates table of each task is actual funding
available from one or more of the listed funding sources as of the date of this draft plan . An account
of the funding that supports each task will be available as an addendum to this Appendix B in the Fall
of 2010. Since most tasks are implemented by more than one jurisdiction, those tasks have more than
one funding source, at least one per jurisdiction . Some tasks are funded by more than one source
within a jurisdiction e.g. Task 4. 2 is partly funded by the Bellingham Stormwater Utility and the
Bellingham Water Utility.
Funding sources that are derived from an ongoing dedicated source such as the Property Acquisition
fee have greater certainty than those that are derived from a General Fund or other non -dedicated
source.
The Cost Estimates table for each Task includes information for each year of the recommended
duration of the Task. When the funding is certain an amount is entered for that period in the
appropriate column, however, when the recommended duration of the Task extends beyond which
funding is now known and dedicated then the Cost Estimates table will indicate "undetermined"
funding for the years with undesignated funding. Future budget recommendations and grant
applications will then focus on funding Tasks with " undetermined" funding.
Funding issues will be further clarified during the development of the Detailed Implementation Plan,
when the final project list is developed with timelines, funding needs, and funding sources identified .
That process will include opportunities for the public to comment on the long term funding strategy
for the TMDL. Decisions and commitments to funding and project implementation will also be
incorporated into the NPDES permits for the city and county.
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Appendix C
Acronyms
APWA: American Public Works Association
BMC: Bellingham Municipal Code
BMP: Best Management Practice
CE : Conservation Easement
CIP: Capital Improvement Project
DIP: Detailed Implementation Strategy
DNR: Washington Department of Natural Resources
DOE : Washington Department of Ecology
EOP: Emergency Operations Plan
ICT: Interjurisdictional Coordinating Team
IJC: Interjurisdictional Committee
LWMP: Lake Whatcom Management Program
NPDES: National Pollution Discharge Elimination System
NVPA: Native Vegetation Protection Area
OSS: Onsite Septic System
RSRP : Residential Stormwater Retrofit Program
SBCP: Silver Beach Creek Pilot Project
SEPA: State Environmental Protection Act
SIS: Summary Implementation Strategy
SVCA: Sudden Valley Community Association
TMDL: Total Maximum Daily Load
UGA: Urban Growth Area
WCC: Whatcom County Code
WCHD : Whatcom County Health Department
WTA: Whatcom Transportation Authority
WWU : Western Washington University
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Lake Whatcom Management Program Contacts:
Whatcom County Public Works
Jon Hutchings, 676-6692, jhutchin @co .whatcom .wa .us
City of Bellingham Environmental Resources Division
Clare Fogelsong, 778-7965, cfogelsong @cob.org
Lake Whatcom Water and Sewer District
Office Phone : 734-9224, general .inbox@Iwwsd . org
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