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EPB Chairperson Michael Max stated the EPB's website includes information on water <br />conservation, vegetation, alternatives to grass, fertilizing techniques, and soil conditions. He <br />advised that part of the challenge is not the content, but distribution of the content. <br />Councilmember Strommen noted to address the emphasis on community awareness, there was an <br />opportunity to work with the Lower Rum River Water Management Organization (LRRWMO). <br />She indicated the LRRWMO has education requirements as part of its Water Management Plan <br />and the PCA is also interested in citizen engagement. <br />Councilmember Backous asked if the City has considered providing a link from the EPB <br />webpage beyond the names of members and contact information. <br />Associate Planner /Environmental Coordinator Anderson stated that information can be linked to <br />the City's webpage including the EPB's Work Plan. He indicated there is also potential to <br />include an icon on the City's home page to ease linkage to the EPB and Environmental Services <br />pages. <br />Councilmember Elvig arrived at 6:35 p.m. <br />Councilmember Backous stated he is the Council's liaison to the EPB and advised of the need <br />for flexibility to allow the EPB to make recommendations to the Council on items that may not <br />be included in the approved Work Plan. In addition, it was felt there was need for better two - <br />way communication. <br />Mayor Ramsey asked what was meant by "Develop Ecological Standards (or BMPs) and an <br />Educational /Awareness Campaign for Developers/Development." <br />Associate Planner/Environmental Coordinator Anderson explained the intent is not to create new <br />regulations but create a package of best management practices that could be marketed through <br />developments as a sustainable way of doing business and to attract clients to their development <br />sites. The primary intent is educational in nature. <br />Mayor Ramsey noted Anoka County is interested in a point for recycling and has applied for <br />grants. <br />Associate Planner/Environmental Coordinator Anderson advised the City has an opportunity to <br />apply for up to $50,000 without a required match to support enhancement of its recycling <br />program. The emphasis of Anoka County is to develop three to four regional recycling centers <br />to serve residents throughout Anoka County, not a specific community. In addition, Anoka <br />County alluded to additional funding for staffing of a year -round collection center. <br />Mayor Ramsey suggested the EPB become involved with the wetland complex in Draw Park to <br />let residents know it exists, possibly with educational opportunities. <br />Associate Planner/Environmental Coordinator Anderson indicated it is not the EPB's <br />responsibility to facilitate that wetland. <br />City Council Work Session / June 26, 2012 <br />Page 2 of 6 <br />