Ordinance - 25-01: Amending Chapter 30: City Owned Salt Storage CITY OF SPRING PARK
COUNTY OF HENNEPIN
STATE OF MINNESOTA
ORDINANCE NO. 25-01
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 30, STORMWATER UTILITY, ARTICLE I, SECTION
30-9: BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES FOR CITY OWNED AND OPERATED SALT STORAGE
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SPRING PARK, MINNESOTA ORDAINS AS
FOLLOWS:
1. Section 30-9; Best Management Practices (BMPs) for Salt Storage Areas.
This section is adopted pursuant to Minn. R. 7090 to ensure compliance with the Minnesota Municipal Separate
Storm Sewer System (MS4) General Permit.The city council finds that improper storage and handling of salt
and deicing materials contribute to stormwater pollution,impacting water quality and increasing chloride levels
in local water bodies. Excess chloride poses risks to aquatic ecosystems, drinking water sources,and overall
environmental health.The purpose of this section is to establish the best management practices (BMPs) for city-
owned and operated salt storage areas to minimize exposure to stormwater and prevent pollution through
proper storage,handling,and transfer procedures.
a) Storage Requirements
Salt and deicing materials shall be stored indoors or covered to prevent exposure to precipitation
and stormwater runoff. When indoor storage is not feasible, a secure weather-resistant cover shall be
used to minimize environmental impact.
b) Impervious Surface Requirement
All salt storage areas shall be located on an impervious surface to prevent infiltration into soil and
groundwater.The storage area shall be designed to contain runoff and minimize the tracking of
materials.
c) Material Transfer and Handling Practices
To prevent contamination of stormwater,the city shall implement practices such as sweeping,
containment, and runoff diversions when transferring salt or deicing materials. Spilled materials shall
be cleaned up promptly, and stormwater controls shall be used to prevent runoff from storage and
handling areas.
d) Compliance and Enforcement
The Spring Park Stormwater Management personnel shall oversee compliance with these
requirements through routine inspections and corrective actions as necessary.Violations of this
section may result in enforcement measures,including fines or corrective action requirements, as
determined by the city.
Effective Date. This ordinance shall be in full force and effective immediately upon its passage and
publication.
ADOPTED by the City Council of Spring Park this 7`' of April, 2025.
CITY OF SPRING PARK
By:
Mark Chase,Mayor
ATTEST:
C
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J e Hoffman, City rk
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