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Home My WebLink About1973 01-11 CONCMMinutes of the Proceedings of the conservation cormission of the City of Brooklyn Center in the County of Hennepin and State of Minnesota REGULAR SESSION JANUARY 11, 1973 CITY BALL Call to order The Conservation Commission met in regular session and was called to order by Chairman Vetter at 8:16 P.M. Roll Call Chairman Vetter, Commissioners Winkelman, Price and Byrnes. Also present was Administrative Assistant Daniel Hartman. Approval of Minutes motion by commissioner Winkelman and December 14, 1972 seconded by Commissioner price to approve the minutes of the December 14, 1972 meeting. The motion passed unanimously. Report on Community Commissioner Price reported on the Com- • Education Council in munity Education Council in School Dis- School District No. 286 trict No. 256. lie stated that the Council was still in the process of establishing a community school concept for Brooklyn Center. lie stated that it would be in order for the Ccnservation Commission to develop an environmental proposal to take to the Community Education Council. A discussion ensued relative to such a proposal and as to whether the Conserva- tion commission should begin to develop a proposal without direction from the Community Education Council. It was the consensus of the Conservation Commission that an environmental proposal be prepared to be presented to the Com- munity Education council and that the Com- mission will also implement such a pro- posal if approved. • Chairman Vetter then established a committee to draft the proposal and be prepared for presentation to the Conserva- tion Commission in February. She appointed -1- 1-11-73 • Commissioner Price and Commissioner Byrnes to this committee. Commissioner Dorff arrived at 8:38 P.M. Commissioner Doff stated that the Council was examining the many areas of interest in Brooklyn center and that such a pro- posal developed by the Conservation Commission would be a welcomed addition to their planning. Conservation Pzvjecta Commissioner Winkelman then stated her for the Elderly concern for some type of conservation orientated projects for the elderly in Brooklyn Center. She commented that the Maranatha Nursing Home was in need of bird houses for the enjoyment of the residents. She also stated that the Youth Task Group could, as a project, landscape the area around the Maranatha Nursing Home this summer. Commissioner Winkelman volunteered to look into the cost of bird houses to be given to the Maranatha Nursing Home, and also to explore the idea of landscaping the home as a summer project of the Youth Task Group. Report on Peace Commissioner Dorff reported on a joint Island Proposal meeting between Brooklyn Park, Brooklyn Center, and Fridley on the Peace island proposal. He stated that was still only in a formative stage. The Commission recessed at 9:14 P.M. and resumed at 9:45 P.M. 0 Presentation by Pete Commissioner Vetter then introduced Mr. Jacobson on the Met- Pete Jacobson of the Metropolitan council ropolitan Council's Planning Department. Mr. Jacobson made Open Space Program a short presentation on the open space chapter of the Metropolitan Development Guide. He stated that the Metropolitan Council was concerned with the develop- ment and protection of natural resources in the metropolitan area. -2- 1-11-73 • He stated that the development guide would be made up of recomunenda-tions to the local communities on ways of pro- tecting and developing their natura' re- sourses. Mr. Jacobson commented that standards have to be set for commercial' and industrial development to place a greater emphasis on natural resourses. Mr. Jacobson stated that the Metropolitan Council was concerned with the point of reference used by local communities. He commented that this point of reference must be taken out of the relm of commercial/industrial development and placed in the area of natural resourses. He stated that commercial and industri-l development must occur in relationship to natural resourses. He also stated that the metropolitan council was in the process of developing a regional park concept. • Mr. Jacobson concluded by stating that L41o effects of the open space chapter of the Metropolitan Development GuiCe would have far reaching ramifications on land planning in the metropolitan area. Youth Task Group The Secretary then commented that the Activities for 1973 Brooklyn Center Park and Recreation Depart- ment expressed interest in volunteer workers for certain projects planned for 1973. The Secretary asked Chairman Vetter to discuss these projects with Mr. Gene Hagel, Director of Parks and Recreation in light of the Youth Task Group activities for 1973. 0 Adjournment Motion by Commissioner Price and seconded by Commissioner Byrnes to adjourn the meeting. The motion passed unanimously. The Brooklyn Center Conservation Commission adjourned at 10:4.5 P.m. Chairman -3- 1-11-73 Member introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: CONTSEWATION COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION OF AND APPRECIATION FOR THIS DEDICATED CIVIC EFFORT OF MR. RICHARD PETERSON WHEREAS, Mr. Richard Peterson has promoted conservation and the environment through his wildlife and environmental photography; and WHEREAS, his devotion to conservation work as an individual has contributed substantially to the enhancement of the envi- ronment; and WHEREAS, his civic efforts for the betterment of the environment merits the gratitude of the Brooklyn Center Conservation Commission: NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Brooklyn Center Conservation Commission that: • The dedicated civic effort of Mr. Richard Peterson is recognized and appreciated by the Brooklyn Center Conservation Commission. Date Secretary Chairman The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member , and upon vote being taken thereon the following voted in favor thereof: and the following voted against the same: whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. 0 Member introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION RECOMMENDING TO THE CITY COUNCIL THAT THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER GOES ON RECORD SUPPORTING THE CONCEPT AND INTENT OF HOUSE FILE NO. 150 DEALING WI'T'H THE MINNESOTA ENVIRONMENTAL RIGHTS ACT WHEREAS, the Brooklyn Center Conservation Commission has studied House File No. 150; and WHEREAS, such a bill would require that the burden of proof for polluting be placed on the defendent in court actions; and WHEREAS, there is a need in Minnesota to provide effective control over pollution; and z WHEREAS, the Commission feels that the support of such a bill would be for the betterment of the citizens of Brooklyn Center: • NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Brooklyn Center Conservation Commission that the Commission recommends to the Brooklyn Center City Council that the City of Brooklyn Center goes on record supporting the concept and intent of House File No. 150 amending the 1971 Minnesota Environmental Rights Act. Date Secretary Chairman The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member , and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: and the following voted against the same: whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. • T ZEIIr? 11`~✓ w Of lm.. V ae T q z vt'J .''~..sii J z! i`'?t' emeb~.°midon, t r~ 8 coLxrse zcu-' 1;a7 ; 'ent ph a:~3t~ic~~'>~.e ~nr s.. IcG'_ n: car"PpVi.a, eraap as s c-a (:L r na"LI?na"+_ envirwmalent as the Subject Of the ens. "his f€~b~~~;c comid by use Jn all seasons if interest merits. Fee schedule must be zu ec=uate to offset cost of dark- room. • 0 • F-'''.01: 1,Ic,%.._t TOPIC: 'Ruck a> wCa._eneua` of num- natural heritage 2. Provide a iueanu of overcow-Ji ng the generatiot-i garia oy encouraging parti- cipation of young and cold 3. Provide a lea.na=.ng experience for the young 4. Provide a social cutlet for senior . citizens 11 PUZIENTAVION: Make available a ypeati.ng place for those interested in rock collecting at a minimal or no charge. Encourage participants to bring specimens (both cut and polishdd and in natural form) and exchange locations of "hunts" and interesting anecdotes. We will need an individual willing to • encourage interaction and not lecture. This group may choose to form a club and have field trips, swap rocks, etc The si--ructure should be .eft to the participants. 0 • • l.~<~~J ~':i •:.i 7^~Z ;^i:. o:..... ."~:~'?'ti:7.C:~;~. :r;?C~?:Cat. 5::..:C~ ~'±f? i?•w.c.~; _ in G . Zy~iJv~>x n-::ed 4 - 6 af'Y.+~... .s. w/ ~..il •.~J i~f»:.i ./a~o'l~+.1 !..-~1:~! ~~q°~t~.~ :'~i=.`. t~ 3. AdveZ.-Uscr: 0 v.iJ~ ~tl1•e i.iJ a.~'sv :.~s.. a ;'l[ .i. G1 '~Pk sus ter' rti. E ..~i . rSSC aov Scouts is • C f?,uca'a pec""Olle and f- -,:t r _(J{'.~? _ .a.:~T~~pf; i. To C."1c'. e o L3 the OdZt'°`O.1•". d'_' ors Pr^Uvy d,z- vc3'_+.t,abl( ? T~:_i `'dsic on camping Include young p`zO'j,:1 s v wn the Co ivct tun ty .x a .d..Ji.'sB IT .6 Of ~ series Qd.. 1 'iQt S c],asses, perhaps followed an actvr i Ca aping activity. Bach eyes ion Should be com.ple'te unto itself so that are iiidividual co€ ld attend one session or all of tilem. 2. General camping and safety tips 2. Canoe camping 3. Back packing 4. Winter camping Included should be types of equipment, shelter, food, nature appreciation and respect, and, of course, fun and games around the campfire. Initial contact Mdi :'c tes that %.he Scouts TIFiy be very interes-ke'd 4:-n sha-ring their h-C' ~-Liaele well in ad.vc. to c _i ? I, o 'time for adequate preparation .{o- the troiko . PROPOSED TOPIC: An Envirci-miental1v wognd i ou.sehold PURPOSE: To acquaint the haf..?se,vi"e i,,Ath everyday methods of conservation wil thin the hvine.. 1MMME IIEWPA`a'lC-14: Mrs. Trudy Finden (Cc"nsuriae-r Problerix Mecca 729-2068) is willing to deliver a presentation to a cuss of adults. She may include slide oZ filan presentation with her lecture and close with a question and answer period. She has had experience Viand goad results' with this format. She would appreciate being contacted in advance regarding date and subject area to be included. Possible areas include • 1. Large and small appliance usage; 2. Efficient methods of heating and cooling; 3. Re=view of area recycling centers; 4. Household cleaning agents, detergents and solvents; 5. Practical ways to aid your budget and the environment; 5. Topics of special interest to the particular class members. 0