Minutes - Environmental Policy Board - 04/19/2021

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He noted that perhaps another entity would be planning to take the lead, which would make the task less daunting for the City. City Planner Anderson noted that he touched on that concept briefly within the case. He agreed that Connexus would be a good place to start. Board Member Hiatt commented that there are most likely grant funds available for that type of project and if there is a viable partner, such as Connexus or the County, that agency might be better suited to pursue grant opportunities. Board Member Moore commented that some of the items were unfinished because of COVID and confirmed with staff that those items could continue. She referenced the strategic actions related to the EPB, noting specifically the recommendation to appoint a high school member to the EPB. She stated that perhaps there would be interest from a high school member to join the group. She also suggested that there continue to be a focus on educational signage within the parks. City Planner Anderson stated that he can draft the work plan with the ideas discussed tonight and when the group reviews this at the next meeting they can prioritize the items before it moves forward to the Council for review. He encouraged the Chair and other members of the Board, if available, to attend the Council worksession when the work plan is presented. Councilmember Howell stated that she is very excited about the garden ideas suggested by Board Member Moore. She stated that she would be curious as to the cost to switch to LED lighting. 6. BOARD / STAFF INPUT Spring Recycling Day Event Saturday, May 1, 2021; 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. City Planner Anderson reminded the group about the spring recycling event which will be held on st May 1 and will be held at ACE Solid Waste in Ramsey. He noted that this is a temporary change in location while the public works site is under construction. Board Member Moore suggested that a sign be posted at the public works campus alerting residents of the location change as some people may just go where they are used to going. City Planner Anderson confirmed that they have a sign ready to post alerting people to the ACE Solid Waste location. Board Member Hiatt commented that perhaps temporary signage could be posted in different spots in Ramsey reminding residents about the upcoming recycling event and the new location. City Planner Anderson commented that he is unsure the City still has those types of signs. He stated that the City now utilizes the dynamic display signs along with posting on the website and through social media. He stated that he does install signage with arrows the day of the event. 7. ADJOURNMENT Environmental Policy Board / April 19, 2021 Page 7 of 8