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ENVIRONMENTAL BOARD MEETING JUNE 30, 2010 Ms. O'Dea stated she read an article on parasitic wasps that seem to have had a positive effect on EAB. Mr. Asleson stated there has not been a conclusion on this at this time. 4. Community Gardens John Norblom, Master Gardener and City of Lino Lakes' resident was present to update the board on community garden projects in other communities and to discuss Lino Lakes' future community garden. This project is one of the Environmental Board goals. Mr. Asleson stated he wants to set up a game plan to be followed. He stated it would be a good idea to set up a public meeting just before school starts and invite residents to attend. Mr. Norblom stated he could be in attendance for this planning meeting. He presented an agreement from the American Community Garden's Association to give an idea of what guidelines would be useful to follow. Ms. O'Dea stated we need to use various methods to advertise to the public to see how many people would be interested in a community garden. It was stated there should be advertising on the City's website, fall newsletter and contact a local paper to see if they would be willing to donate a space for advertising. Mr. Asleson stated he would email a link to the Community Garden Association to board members. 5. Addition: Chestnut Tree — Dave Roser Mr. Asleson presented resident Dave Roser's proposal regarding harvesting seeds from his chestnut tree this fall and donating the seeds to the Environmental Board and City with the hope to have a suitable spot to start a grove of chestnut trees in Lino Lakes. Ms. Bor stated growth tubes could be put in her meadow to see if the trees will take. Mr. Asleson stated he could find a few areas in the City for this as well. Ms. Bor stated Peltier Island may be a good place for this also. It was decided that the Board will accept the seeds and determine where to plant. 6. Addition: Storm Water Stenciling Mr. Asleson stated an Eagle Scout contacted him regarding a storm water stenciling project. He stated there are 739 storm drains in all. He stated this project may be too extensive for the Eagle Scout. He stated he has a meeting with him next Wednesday. The stencils and paint have been ordered. 7. Addition: Pond D DRAFT- MINI) ITES 4 • •