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mini arboretum is an action item of the Board's work plan, it would include ongoing education with signage, and City Council has already authorized staff to pursue this funding. He stated that he was bringing this to the Board's attention for informational purposes and to receive any suggested feedback on species. Board Member Enstrom again stated his opposition to this project. Associate Planner/Environmental Coordinator Anderson stated that his opposition has been duly noted but it seemed contradictory to the Board's work plan. If he's opposed to the establishment of a mini arboretum, he may wish to consider making a motion to remove that from the work plan. Board Member Enstrom stated that he's not opposed to the work plan item; he just opposes applying for grant money to plant trees at this site. Vice Chairperson Stodola asked Associate Planner/Environmental Coordinator Anderson if he had noted Board Member Enstrom's concerns in the minutes. Associate Planner/Environmental Coordinator Anderson stated that he believes he has. He stated that he tries to capture the basis of discussions at every meeting and if there's ever any concern that the minutes aren't representative of a discussion, prior to approving those minutes, Board Members can request amendments. Vice Chairperson Stodola asked Associate Planner/Environmental Coordinator Anderson if there was anything more he needed from the Board related to this case. Associate Planner/Environmental Coordinator Anderson stated that there was nothing more unless there were any comments about species. There were no specific comments regarding species and consensus was to move on to the next case. Case #2 Environmental Expo Event Associate Planner/Environmental Coordinator Anderson presented the staff report. Board Member Enstrom provided an update about a possible birding component for the expo event. Promoting the event was going to be critical. He has a tentative confirmation from national birding expert Mike Freiburg to lead multiple bird walks at Board Member Enstrom's property the day of the event. Nikon would cover the travel expenses for Mr. Freiburg, but to do that, there needs to be a retail component also. Board Member Enstrom stated that he has a tentative commitment from Joe's Sporting Goods for the retail aspect of the birding component. He also stated that Mike Freiburg has agreed to come back to the Municipal Center to give a presentation. Environmental Policy Board / February 6, 2012 Page3of5