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ENVIRONMENTAL BOARD MEETING JULY 26, 2000 <br />Asleson stated staff will ask for a legal review as well. <br />Donlin commented on the letter from a DNR employee and her evaluation of the Lino <br />Lakes Technical Report product which was not favorable. Donlin noted the evaluation <br />criticizes the City's plan as it does not integrated the DNR ways of doing business into <br />the product. Donlin stated if Lino Lakes wants connecting corridors and links, it should <br />include the same classification system as used by other communities so they are not trying <br />to be an "island." Donlin commented on the importance of working with its neighboring <br />cities. <br />Chair Lanyon agreed with the importance of using a consultant that will assure the plan is <br />compatible with its neighbors. He suggested Donlin ask the DNR employee for <br />permission to share her comments with others. <br />Trehus suggested this topic be included on the August 30, 2000 meeting agenda if the <br />DNR employee grants permission to share the evaluation. <br />PROGRAM / PROJECT UPDATES <br />A. Restoration Updates — Asleson presented an update on the Town Center project and his <br />concern with regard to maintenance and management issues. Mach advised that burning <br />encourages the grasses while cutting encourages the flowering plants. <br />B. Forestry Updates - Asleson reported on the oak wilt problem that has been identified <br />which may be related to the past storm damage. He also reported on trees that have been <br />planted. <br />C. Solid Waste/ Recycling Updates -Asleson reported on staff's recent activity on the <br />SCORE -grant application. He advised of his upcoming budget request for a part-time <br />staff position. <br />OTHER DISCUSSION ITEMS <br />A. 4H Community Tree Plant Program - Chair Asleson asked if there is merit to become <br />involved in this type of program. Asleson stated the 4H Community Tree Plant Program <br />is an excellent program and there are local 4H groups that may be interested. He stated <br />he will research this possibility. <br />B. " Rescue Tree" Program - Mach reviewed his memorandum which detailed the creation <br />of a "Rescue Tree" or "Adopt a Tree" Program. He commented on his activity to <br />"rescue" trees from development projects and give them away. He suggested information <br />be drafted to educate how to transplant a tree and to advertise when trees are available to <br />be "rescued." <br />7 <br />