Minutes - Environmental Policy Board - 07/10/2006

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Board Member Max suggested an explanation about why anyone should care or bother about wetlands. Board Member Hustvedt suggested a basic explanation for the seven classifications of wetlands. Board Member Bentz suggested that the EPB get some input from an expert in the field of wetlands. Board Member Max concurred with his suggestion adding that a graduate level student may wish to become involved. Board Member Max stated that the book should be written at grade school reading level. Board Member Bentz suggested illustrations. Board Member Freeburg suggested a section on why wetlands are important in the introduction. Board Member Max and Hustvedt concurred with Board Member Freeburg's suggestion. Chairperson McDilda suggested that it flow into the wetland buffer ordinance. Board Member Freeburg suggested a section about the effect of wetlands on property values. Board Member Olds suggested a section on why wetlands are important, and what the benefits are. Board Member Freeburg suggested features, advantages, and benefits. Chairperson McDilda stated that he would like to see EPB members bring things in draft format for the next meeting. Board Member Max stated that the Tree Book contains a calendar. He suggested that it might be interesting to see what is happening seasonally with the wetlands. Chairperson McDilda concurred that this would leave people with the concept that wetlands are not stagnant. Board Member Sibilski suggested a section about how to protect wetlands with recommendations for do's and don'ts. Board Member Max asked if there should be a few indicators of individual species of plants in wetlands. Chairperson McDilda stated that might be something to turn over to the grad students. Environmental Policy Board/July 10, 2006 Page 30f7