02-17-2021 ECC MINhow much greenhouse gas emissions each household or business is saving, which
will be communicated in miles driven, trees planted, and pounds of coals not burned.
This perspective will help them to better understand the environmental benefit they
are providing to the community. The commission discussed how to share this
information with the public, perhaps coinciding with Earth Day and possibly
contacting the Star News once more information is finalized. More to come on this
in the future.
6. Next Meeting Agenda Items (Wednesday, May 19, 2021 at 8:00 a.m.)
Commissioner Iverson would like to discuss the tree removal planned for along
Highway 10 as part of MnDOT's reconstruction project. Ms. Erickson will get more
information on this.
Councilmember Wagner suggested a joint meeting with the Park & Rec Commission
at a later date.
The next meeting will hopefully be hosted outside at a safe distance, weather
permitting.
7. Announcements
Commissioner Iverson shared information about electric vehicle use for his family
and the CO2 and cost savings they have observed. His family also utilized ERMU's
rebate program for at home charging.
Adjournment
There being no further business, the meeting adjourned by motion from
Commissioner Curtis, second by Commissioner Herbert second at 9:20 a.m.
Minutes prepared by Amanda Erickson.
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Tina Allard, City Clerk
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Tom §agst6ter, Chair
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