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the metro area. He explained that the Board could educate the public on how to get the most for <br />their money in the irrigation process. He stated that although some items may raise the original <br />cost of the project, they would save money in the long run. He did not think it would be a huge <br />project to complete some of the water conservation items. <br />Board Member Max thought that another good thing in terms of water conservation would be <br />education on the upkeep of wells and septic systems for those residents not connected to City <br />water. <br />Environmental Coordinator Anderson advised that the County holds an educational session on <br />that topic a few times throughout the year. <br />Board Member Bentz questioned if there was interest on the Board to look into hybrid grasses, <br />such as those used by the University. <br />Chairperson McDilda advised that he plays around with different types of hybrid grasses and <br />explained that it is hard to get that grass to take hold. He advised that it is a great traffic grass, as <br />it is used on golf courses, and also stays green longer during different conditions. <br />Environmental Coordinator Anderson questioned if a broader sub -topic of water conservation <br />could be xeric landscapes, which may include hybrid grasses. <br />Chairperson McDilda stated that he also had interest in a compost site for the City of Ramsey. <br />He thought that would be a great legacy for the Board to leave behind. He stated that if the <br />Board could not get the project underway in the next year they could at least get more <br />information on what the project would actually entail. <br />Board Member Max commented that there is almost no fertility in the soil and residents are <br />sending what could be used out of the City. <br />Board Member Stodola questioned where residents currently take their compost. <br />Environmental Coordinator Anderson advised that a resident would have to take those items to <br />one of the county compost sites; the closer of the two is located in Coon Rapids off Hanson <br />Blvd. <br />Chairperson McDilda advised that residents could also get a container from Ace Solid Waste for <br />a yearly charge which could be used for yard waste. <br />Board Member Max commented that sometimes when you go to pickup finished compost from <br />those sites there is also non - organic matter found in it. <br />Environmental Coordinator Anderson thought that it would not only be beneficial for soil <br />improvements in the City, but would also save residents travel time and money. <br />Chairperson McDilda stated that if you make it easier for people to dispose of their yard waste <br />they would be more likely to dispose of it in a correct manner. <br />Board Member Sibilski stated that is one benefit of having the curbside pickup for yard waste. <br />Environmental Policy Board / December 1, 2008 <br />Page 4 of 7 <br />