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• • ENVIRONMENTAL BOARD MEETING MARCH 30, 2005 Asleson requested that Grundhofer and Kukonen pull the information together into one document. Bor stated that there were seven residents already registered, and inquired what process to become certified. Grundhofer responded one merely fills out the form online, and send in $15.00. Asleson indicated a resident was willing to organize residents in the Backyard Habitat program, and he referred the resident to Kukonen. Bor stated that the Board members could inquire in their neighborhoods. Grundhofer noted that the information could be put on the City Website. Bor added that a link should be created to the National Wildlife Federation. Grundhofer indicated that businesses and schools also would count. She mentioned that Rice Lake was already registered. Asleson added that Lino Lakes Elementary held an Arbor Day celebration, and he inquired about the initiation fee for schools. Both Kukonen and Grundhofer mentioned they would get in touch with their contacts for that information. Bor questioned the focus of the goal. Is the Board assessing the pursuit of the certification, or trying to become certified. Kukonen stated the Community Certification was a 2 -3 year process. He suggested some information in the Quad would be helpful. Bor inquired if the Board wanted to pursue the Community Certification as a goal. She considered it favorable if the community achieved it. It would be good for the education of residents and businesses. Several businesses could be very close. She suggested the Chamber of Commerce in the City be contacted. She reiterated the need to contact the National Wildlife Fund for the business and school costs for certification. In the area of other boards, the Board members stated the cities they would be responsible for contacting. O'Connell indicated she would find information for Golden Valley and Crystal. Bor volunteered to inquire about Ham Lake, and questioned Asleson if there was any environmental board in Centerville. Asleson responded there was no such board in Centerville or Circle Pines. Kukonen mentioned he would call about Afton. The City of Blaine was updated. Grundhofer indicated she would find information on North Oaks and Lexington. Bauman volunteered to inquire about Fridley, Oak Grove, and Ramsey. DRAFT MINUTES