Minutes - Environmental Policy Board - 03/06/2006

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Mr. Bentz stated that the PEC Report could be expanded on and the map of the plan could be provided for citizens to see. Chairperson McDilda stated that large maps could be made. Board Member Max stated that in addition, citizen involvement could be promoted through the approval process. He asked if the ground proofing would be completed by then. Coordinator Anderson did not believe so. Board Member Olds stated that there should be some key bullet points for the wetland buffer ordinance to be put on a poster or bulletin board. Board Member Max added that some FAQ's would be a nice complement to let people know how things impact citizens. Board Member Bentz stated his preference would be to provide the City's answer to questions to assure accuracy. Board Member Hustvedt arrived at 7:35 p.m. Board Member Max stated that when he attended Minnetonka's Expo, they had three or four concurrent sessions of educational opportunities going on at one time, where there were good educational opportunities, not specifically centered on kids and the elementary school. Board Member Freeburg asked if the City was selling composting bins this year. Coordinator Anderson stated that he hasn't heard whether the County will be doing that this year. He stated that he would check to see if the County has a composting bin to show. Board Member Freeburg asked if the Parks and Recreation Commission was going to be at the Expo. He asked if they had maps to be handed out of parks and trails. Board Member Olds stated that he was not sure if they would be available this year but they have been in the past and there would be a parks and recreation booth. Board Member Freeburg stated that he was asked at the last meeting to get in touch with the Minnesota Center for Environmental Advocacy to arrange for a speaker. He stated they don't send speakers, however they referred him to BWSR (MN Board of Water and Soil Resources). He spoke to Ron Hamack, who referred him to Dave Wierens. Board Member Freeburg passed around a report authored by BWSR on the disappearance of wetlands. Board Member Freeburg suggested that an expert should come in to speak at a future EPB meeting, but to take an opportunity at the Expo to advertise a platform for community involvement and education about an upcoming community workshop. Chairperson McDilda suggested a sign up sheet for people who might be interested. Board Member Max stated that a forum of 3-4 people worked well for round table discussion and community involvement. Board Member Hustvedt stated he contacted a few groups that might be good for round table discussions. He stated he contacted Minnesota Center for Environmental Advocacy, Izaak Walton League, Delta Water Fowl, and Ducks Unlimited. He said that two groups stated they didn't have anybody that had time to speak. He stated that they are all focused on the legislative Environmental Policy Board/March 6, 2006 Page 5 of 8