HomeMy WebLinkAbout09/29/2010 Environmental Board MinutesENVIRONMENTAL BOARD MEETING SEPTEMBER 29, 2010
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CITY OF LINO LAKES
APPROVED MINUTES
DATE : September 29, 2010
TIME STARTED : 6:30P.M.
TIME ENDED : 7:45 P.M.
MEMBERS PRESENT : Mary Jo O’Dea, Barbara Bor, Paula
Andrzejewski, Martha DeHaven, Steve
Heiskary and Theresa Klaman
MEMBERS ABSENT : Peter Brown
STAFF PRESENT : Environmental Coordinator Marty Asleson
1. CALL TO ORDER
Ms. O’Dea called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
July 28, 2010 Minutes
Discussion Item 2, add the following paragraph: As the Emerald Ash Borer
Preparedness Plan is developed, the City has an opportunity to remove trees that
are unhealthy while not under quarantine and less costly to do so.
Ms. Klaman made a motion to approve the July 28, 2010 minutes. Mr. Heiskary
seconded the motion to approve the Minutes. Motion carried unanimously
3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Add Race Track Update under Discussion Items.
Ms. Klaman made a motion to approve the agenda. Ms. Bor seconded the motion
to approve the agenda. Motion carried unanimously
4. OPEN MIKE
Open mike closed at 6:40 p.m.
5. ACTION ITEMS
A. Foxborough 2011 Management Plan
Mr. Asleson presented Agenda Item 5A, Foxborough Conservation Development,
Restoration and Management Implementation for 2011.
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Jason Husveth from Critical Connections was present to update the board on the
scope of work and cost estimate proposed for 2011. Tasks include: Continued
management and removal of buckthorn, reed canary grass and other invasive
species and noxious weeds.
It was stated the 2010 spring burn was delayed until the fall due to lack of a burn
permit. Mr. Asleson stated he would speak with and Fire Chief Jerry Streich as to
the importance of the spring burn for the prairie. The Board will invite the Fire
Chief to the next Environmental Board meeting.
6. DISCUSSION ITEMS
1. Blue Heron Days Parade Follow-Up
It was stated that there was good community feedback
2. Woolan’s Park Update
Update was given by Jason Husveth concerning the Woolan’s park wetland bank
project.
Part A: of the wetland banking application was submitted to BWSR.
Part B will be submitted forthcoming. Part B consists of a management plan for
the wetland bank process
The physical aspect of the restoration is scheduled to begin January when the soil
is frozen.
3. Community Garden’s Update
Ms. Klaman stated she would attend a Planning & Zoning Board meeting to
update members on the proposed Community Garden and possibly a farmer’s
market. Mr. Asleson stated there was an article in the Fall Lino Lakes City
Newsletter regarding the Community Garden. He stated he was contacted by 8
interested persons. He stated he will set up a meeting with interested persons
when there is an approved land site for this project.
4. Rice lake Subwatershed Raingarden Project Update
Mr. Asleson updated Board members on progress and status of the raingarden
process and development in the Rice Lake subwatershed District.
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5. Race Track Discussion
There is concern from the Environmental Board as to Environmental Impact of
the proposed race track. The Environmental Board would like a comprehensive
survey done concerning this issue.
It was stated the City should have a link on the front page of the City’s website to
tell citizens where we are at in the planning process. It was questioned how this
project would fit in with City’s AUAR.
7. ADJOURN
It was noted that the next meeting of the Environmental Board will be on
Wednesday, October 27, 2010 at 6:30 p.m.
There being no further business, Ms. DeHaven moved to adjourn at 7:45 p.m. Mr.
Heiskary seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously.
Transcribed by:
Lisa Hogstad
Community Development Secretary