03-10-99 Minutes
CHANHASSEN ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
March 10, 1999
Meeting called to order by Uli Sacchet at 7:15 p.m., quorum formed at 7:25 p.m.
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Dotti Shay, Jack Atkins, Uli Sacchet, Jo Mueller
MEMBERS ABSENT:
Clay Smith, Susan Markert, Andy Leith
STAFF PRESENT:
Jill Sinclair, Environmental Resources Specialist, Sharmin Al-Jaff, Senior
Planner, guest appearance by Phil Elkin, Water Resources Coordinator
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
No minutes were approved.
GENERAL DISCUSSION:
The lack of quorum until 7:25 p.m. prompted a discussion by the
Commissioners present regarding the amount of commitment shown by members. The high rate
of absenteeism is of concern and members present offered some suggestions as to how the
commission could create a higher level of commitment from members. A suggestion to contact
each member and inquire as to their level of interest in the commission was made. Perhaps, a new
procedure of calling each member to remind them of the meeting in addition to the regular agenda
notice that is mailed could be begun. Lastly, a change of meeting dates, times and places may
help to ‘spice’ it up and create more interest.
At the April meeting, the by-laws will be reviewed and amended to reflect any changes the
commission would like to make. Jill Sinclair updated the commission on the following items: the
number of members is going to be reduced from 9 to 7 to be consistent with other city
commissions. Since there were two current vacancies the reduction does not affect any present
members. The number needed to make a quorum will also be reduced, from 5 to 4. A copy of
the by-laws will be sent with the April agenda for review by commissioners. Additionally, at the
April meeting, a new chair and vice-chair will need to be elected.
STRATEGIC PLAN:
Sharmin asked for feedback on the plan so far. Any changes, additions
or deletions, were made. The commission reviewed about half the plan. Changes will be made
and a revised plan will be sent with the April agenda.
ARBOR DAY:
Update:
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face painters for kids and doughboy are confirmed (Dotti)
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wildlife rehab. and release still not confirmed. may need to call sue morgan for help.
(jill)
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reptile display confirmed (uli)
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carver county environmental services confirmed (jill)
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SKB to be asked (dotti)
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riley-purgatory-bluff creek watershed district still not confirmed (jill)
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SW metro transit confirmed (sharmin)
Advertising will be a priority. Need to contact Sue Markert to confirm poster will be done in time
for publicity.
EDUCATION:
No presentation was given due to lack of time.
GENERAL:
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Next meeting: WEDNESDAY, APRIL 14, 7:00 P.M.
Meeting was adjourned at 9:05 p.m.
Prepared and Submitted by Jill Sinclair
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