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ENVIRONMENTAL BOARD MEETING SEPTEMBER 24, 2008 • Ms. Brouillet recommended having a development day to inform staff of Green Building opportunities • • Mr. Asleson stated that builders are not always on the same page. Ms. Ojczyk stated there will be green building training in the near future. Ms. Bor stated the concept is when builder's come to city, they know the process. She stated at the time when applying for a building permit they have already invested in plans and by then it is almost too late. B. Blue Heron Days Parade wrap -up Ms. Hartley recommended additional volunteers to help with garbage pick up. She suggested dividing volunteers up and having a few start where the parade ends and a few start where the parade begins and work toward each other. Ms. Bor suggested next year the board should have a visible banner and brighter colored shirt. C. Recycling Reports Mr. Asleson stated the oil recycling station at1189 Main Street has been shut down due to pcbs that were dumped into our tank. Mr. Asleson stated he filed a police report for vandalism. Other recycling and solid waste issues: Shoreview recycling subgroup will be tabled until our next meeting: Ms. O'Dea stated she would like to see parameters for families on their water bills to be able to understand water usage for a family of four or five, etc. Ms. Bor stated an article should be put in the Lino Lakes Newsletter and/or website. Mr. Asleson stated we will look into having information in the upcoming newsletter. Blue Thumb Update — Add this item to next meeting agenda. 7. ADJOURN It was noted that the next meeting of the Environmental Board will be on October 29, 2008. There being no further business, Ms. Brouillet moved to adjourn at 8:20 p.m. Ms. Andrzejewski seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. 5 DRAFT MINUTES