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City of Ramsey staff were informed that the CDFA's Brownfields Technical Assistance Program <br /> selected Ramsey's CLP site for free technical assistance in assessing the site's solar potential. The <br /> City will be working with the MN Brightfields Initiative to identify stakeholders for inclusion in <br /> a future on site meeting to discuss the potential economic asset the CLP site could be. <br /> Chairperson Valentine stated that this is very intriguing and a great way to use a poor-quality <br /> property. <br /> Board Member Hiatt asked the acreage of the landfill. <br /> City Planner Anderson estimated about 260 acres. <br /> Board Member Hiatt asked the size of the solar array that was recently approved/constructed. <br /> City Planner Anderson replied that solar array is 20 to 30 acres. <br /> Board Member Hiatt stated that it is good to move in this direction. He stated that this could be <br /> an ideal location and could be moved up in scale to have a larger impact. <br /> City Planner Anderson stated that the PCA is sending crews out to mow two or three times per <br /> year. He stated that if something were to happen, there would be a potential to convert the <br /> landscaping into a more native, pollinator friendly landscape. <br /> Chairperson Valentine asked if the process includes an environmental review. <br /> City Planner Anderson stated that is some of the information that they hope to gain from this <br /> exploration. He stated that there are a lot of unknowns and this process will provide some answers. <br /> Board Member Covart stated that in the past Connexus had an ability for homeowners to buy into <br /> the solar field. She asked if that would be an option for this activity. <br /> City Planner Anderson stated that Connexus is not involved in the discussion at this time. <br /> 5.03: Arbor Day Event Update <br /> City Planner Anderson presented the staff report. He stated that the purpose of this case is provide <br /> an update to the EPB regarding a planned Arbor Day activity with Ramsey Elementary School. <br /> The planting event will occur on Arbor Day,which in Minnesota is always the last Friday in April <br /> (this year April 26th). The MN DNR will also be assisting in the tree planting activity by providing <br /> the seedlings to be planted in the Environmental Learning Area (ELA). Staff was unfortunately <br /> unable to attend the initial planning meeting for the event but did receive a follow up email from <br /> the school with some information. Planting by students will occur from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. <br /> Staff has been asked to try and provide a couple volunteers to assist with the planting activities <br /> and to see if a water truck may be available for use that day as well. He stated that this would be <br /> a great opportunity to infuse some excitement and education about the benefits that trees provide <br /> in the community and encouraged EPB member to assist with the event if possible. <br /> Environmental Policy Board/March 18, 2019 <br /> Page 3 of 4 <br />
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