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blistering and swelling when the sap comes in contact with human skin. The MOU is non -binding and does not require any financial contribution by the City. Furthermore, it does not obligate the City to anything above and beyond what is already outlined in State Statute, and is simply another tool to assist the City in achieving compliance with statutory requirements. The MOU clearly states that any participating member can withdraw at any time with thirty (30) day written notice. Withdrawing from the agreement would make Ramsey residents inelgible for the funds. This item was reviewed by the EPB on multiple occasions and most recently at their June 18, 2018 meeting. The EPB did inquire about potential impacts on Staff resources by participating in the Management Area. Staff Impact should be minimal, as a majority of these activities are already being completed. There is a slight impact to Staff by needing to regular update communication channels (website, etc.). Finally, the Conservation District will act as the grant administrator and fiscal agent, and so there would not be any additional strain on Staff resources from that perspective either. Alternatives Alternative #1: Adopt Resolution #18-134 to enter into an MOU to join the Anoka County Cooperative Weed Management Area Partnership. This will provide property owners in Ramsey possible access to grant funds to manage noxious weeds through a competitive application process. The goals/objectives of the Management Area seem to align with the EPB's Statement of Purpose and the City Council's Strategic Action Plan. Alternative #2: Do not enter into the MOU to join the Anoka County Cooperative Weed Management Area Partnership. This will not have any significant impacts to Staffs regular duties (e.g.. it will not reduce demand on staff resources) and will eliminate an opportunity for property owners in Ramsey to apply for grant funds to manage noxious weeds on their property. Funding Source: This case is being handled as part of Staffs normal duties. Recommendation: The EPB recommends entering into the MOU and joining the Management Area. Action: Motion to adopt Resolution # 18-134 to enter into the Memorandum of Understanding to particpate in the Anoka County Cooperative Weed Management Area Partnership. Attachments EPB Statement of Purpose 2018 Noxious Weed List Memorandum of Understanding EPB Meeting Minutes Dated April 16, 2018 EPB DRAFT Meeting Minutes Dated June 18, 2018 CWMA Fact Sheet from MN BWSR Resolution #18-134 Form Review Inbox Reviewed By Date Tim Gladhill Tim Gladhill 07/03/2018 02:08 PM Kurt Ulrich Kurt Ulrich 07/05/2018 02:06 PM Form Started By: Chris Anderson Started On: 06/28/2018 08:48 AM