02/25/2004 Environmental Board Minutes

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ENVIRONMENTAL BOARD MEETING FEBRUARY 25, 2004 6. DISCUSSION ITEMS A. Earth Day Asleson noted there was a meeting planned for Thursday February 26, 2004. Grundhofer mentioned letters had been sent out to Neighborhood Crime Watch captains. They were instructed to notify their neighbors of the Earth Day celebration. Asleson stated he spoke with Mike Hoffman and was willing to do his wood duck houses again this year. Grundhofer indicated the time of the meeting would be at 6:30 p.m. at Wargo Nature Center. O’Connell noted the food had been taken care of, but the beverages still needed to be finalized. B. Fire Wise/Pine Vista Asleson stated the process was progressing. There were three more parcels to inventory for thinning. They would be holding the bidding soon for possibly 500- 600 cords of tub grindings. They were waiting for the grant to come in through the DNR. Jim Wilson, a new forester from Forest Lake was going to help. The concern was not merely a fire standpoint, but also a disease standpoint as well. It would be healthier for people and the ecosystem. C. Open Space Plan Update and Joint Meeting Asleson noted there would be a joint meeting followed by the regular meeting March 31, 2004. They were going to meet with Brower and Associates to define a new level for open space. The definition of greenway had evolved over the years. Chair Kukonen stated it would be important to attain a contiguous network. O’Dea suggested that the perspective of the Board be given to the Parks and Recreation Board, and theirs be given to the Board for better understanding before the meeting. She inquired if the Metro Greenway people could be tied in as well and attend the meeting. Asleson assured the Board he would call them on Thursday. 9 APPROVED MINUTES