10-03-96 Minutes
CHANHASSEN ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
October 3, 1996
Meeting called to order by Uli Sacchet at 7:05 p.m.
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Greg Havlik, Susan Morgan, Maureen Farrell, Bill Coldwell, Uli
Sacchet, Charlie Eiler, and Susan Wright
MEMBERS ABSENT:
Susan Markert, Andrew Leith
STAFF PRESENT:
Jill Sinclair, Environmental Resources Coordinator, Phillip Elkin, Water
Resources Coordinator
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
There was no discussion of minutes. Sue Morgan motioned to
approve Commission minutes from September 5, 1996. Charlie Eiler seconded and the minutes
were approved unanimously.
SUB-COMMITTEE UPDATE:
Sue Morgan read proposed policy as created by the sub-
committee to the Commission and asked for comments.
Maureen Farrell asked what residents are allowed to put in ponds according to the policy and
suggested it read “any other form”.
Charlie Eiler stated that “biological or mechanical removal” covered just about everything.
The Commission agreed that the statement did cover all forms of control within reason.
Uli Sacchet thought the policy was well done and was pleased with the outcome,
Phil Elkin stated that the policy was what was hoped for and that it gives teeth to the preference
of no chemical treatment. He added that both storm water ponds and wetlands should be
mentioned.
Jill Sinclair wondered if neighbor notification should be included.
Mr. Eiler thought that individuals will contact their neighbors regardless.
The Commission agreed that the city should publish a notice in the Villager about the new
wetland alteration ordinance.
Ms. Farrell moved to adopt the addition of “h. proof of public notification” and “4. One time
public notification in the city newsletter is required two weeks prior to treatment.”.
Greg Havlik seconded the motion.
No one opposed.
Susan Wright moved to approve document.
Mr. Eiler seconded.
Ms. Morgan will write the text and city staff will produce a brochure about algae treatment for
storm water ponds.
Brochure text will be available by November meeting.
REVIEW OF ARTICLES FOR VILLAGER:
Ms. Morgan’s article on treatment of algae in
stormwater ponds has been printed in the Villager. She suggested that an informational sheet be
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attached to posts at public accesses similar to the information available in Chanhassen lakes
pamphlet.
Mr. Coldwell handed out materials on milfoil and read his article on the subject.
The Commission discussed different aspects of milfoil and its control. They also discovered that
curlyleaf pondweed in also a problem in the lakes. It grows and dies early and becomes a
nuisance in the beginning of the summer.
In summary: The commission will compile educational materials to distribute for concerned
citizens. The article should include a 1996 update on milfoil. Possibly, there will be one article
now in fall and another in spring. The article needs to be in paper in as soon as possible in order
to be of interest to residents. Mr. Coldwell will fax the article to Sue Morgan, Charlie Eiler, Phil
Elkin and Uli Sacchet.
Mr. Havlik will be writing an article on deer problems and will present it at the December
meeting.
Dr. Leith will gather information on groundwater for presentation at the November meeting.
GENERAL DISCUSSION
: Maureen Farrell announced classes offered at the Arboretum in the
next month:
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Management of aquatic plant nuisances in Minnesota lakes. Wednesday, October 9, 10:00
a.m. - noon.
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Wetland wonders. Thursday, October 10, 10:00 a.m. - noon
Ms. Sinclair stated that the city will sponsor Commission member if they would like to attend
these classes.
Future plans for the Commission will be discussed at the next meeting.
Meeting was adjourned at 9:15 p.m.
Prepared and Submitted by Jill Sinclair