EC SUM 2013 07 10
Chanhassen Environmental Commission (EC)
Regular Meeting
July 10, 2013
Members Present: Glenn Kaufmann, Matthew Myers, Amy Wenner, Bret Borth
Members Absent: Keith Anderson, Katie Mahannah, Amy Omann
Staff Present: Jill Sinclair, Environmental Resource Specialist
Minutes: June minutes were approved.
July 3 event review:
The Environmental Commission booth at the July 3 Business Expo went well. The weather was perfect and there
was a steady flow of people. Many were interested in the emerald ash borer information presented at the table
since there had been an article in the Star Tribune that day about parasitic wasps and the borer. People seemed
well-informed and interested. Because of that, the commissioners said that next year’s topic should be well-
researched so that anyone working the booth will be ready for questions. The commissioners agreed that not
participating in the parade was a good change. They were able to give out the recycling coupons at the booth
rather that the tradition of handing them out in the parade.
Fen Day Planning:
The commission decided that the event will involve the same activities as last year – buckthorn removal and litter
clean up. Glenn was requested to check with the DNR to see if a short tour of the site could be included. The city
will promote the event through various channels.
Summer article submittal: Amy W and Katie might work on an article for the Villager. Perhaps the fall villager
article could be about the Seminary Fen.
General Discussion:
The joint commission tour will take place on Sept. 11. The commissions involved include
Environmental, Park and Rec, and Planning.
Chanhassen Day at the Arboretum is Friday, August 2.
Meeting adjourned at approximately 6:45 PM.
Minutes prepared by Jill Sinclair