06/14/2016 - Energy and Environment Advisory CommissionCity of Eagan Amended and Approved August S, 2016
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENT ADVISORY COMMISSION
Tuesday, June 14, 2016
MINUTES OF MEETING OF June 14, 2016
A regular meeting of the Eagan Energy and Environment Advisory Commission (EEAC) was held on
Tuesday, June 14, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers. Those present were Member
Prabhakar, Member Oxley, Member Mirick, Member Dugan, Member Hamlin, Member Pottorff and
Member Friedline. Member Fleenor was not present. Staff members present were Assistant Director of
Parks and Recreation Jared Flewellen.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Member Prabhakar asked if there were any changes to the agenda. Director Pimental stated there
were no changes. Member Oxley moved, Member Friedline seconded, with all present members
voting in favor to adopt the agenda as presented. Aye: 7 Nay: 0
APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES
Member Oxley moved, Member Friedline seconded, with all present members voting in favor to
approve the regular meeting minutes of April 12, 2016, as presented. Aye: 7 Nay: 0
VISITORS TO BE HEARD
There were no visitors to be discussed at this time.
OLD BUSINESS
Bees and Pollinators policy recommendation review
City of Eagan staff presented the Bees and Pollinator resolution to the EEAC members for review and
approval. Member Friedline motioned to amend the resolution to include the addition of bee hives on
approved sites under statement of purpose. Member Oxley seconded and the members voted to
approve the amended resolution. Aye: 6 Nay: 1 (Hamlin)
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NEW BUSINESS
Introduction of new advisory commission members and officer elections
Director Pimental introduced newly appointed EEAC members as well as members who were
reappointed to their position. Director Pimental requested nominations for the chair position. Member
Dugan nominated Member Prabhakar and he accepted. No further nominations from the members
were submitted. Director Pimental requested nominations for the vice chair position. Member Dugan
nominated Member Oxley and he accepted. No further nominations from the members were
submitted. Director Pimental requested nominations for the secretary position. Member Dugan
nominated Member Friedline and she declined. Member Dugan nominated Member Hamlin and he
accepted. No further nominations from the members were submitted.
Meeting schedule
Director Pimental presented the 2016-2017 meeting schedule for EEAC. Meeting schedule will be
posted online with a 6:30 p.m. Workshop followed by 7:00 p.m. meeting start time.
New goals/work plan for 2016/2017
Member Prabhakar open discussion for new goals for the 2016-2017 work sessions with emphasis on
focusing on two goals. After much discussion, Member Prabhakar tabled the finalization of goals and
requested city staff to present the following options at the August meeting:
1) Study and recommend actions to explore the environmental effects and conditional ban of
plastic bag use in the City of Eagan. Coordinate speakers by City Staff to discuss current
practices and discuss opportunities for future efficiencies.
2) Study and recommend actions exploring the effects of the reduction of food waste through the
process of composting. Increase public awareness of the Dakota County waste reduction
program.
3) Study and promote both current and future solar power efficiencies information for residential
and commercial use.
4) Continue to investigate ways in which the GreenSteps Cities program can be enhanced and
expanded through policy exploration and use GreenSteps methodology to create and
communicate outreach and educational opportunities for the community. Evaluate Step 4
criteria of Greensteps Cities program to determine next steps for achieving Step 4 recognition.
5) Review and analyze Eagan Forward initiatives relating to energy and environmental impacts to
determine possible research and actions items.
STAFF REPORT/PRESENTATIONS
Report on Planning for Resilient Cities workshop
Director Pimental presented information, print materials and feedback on his recent attendance at the
Resilient Cities Workshop.
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Application completed for Minnesota Local Government Project for Energy Planning
Director Pimental presented information from the grant for Minnesota Local Government Project for
Energy Planning. Brief discussion followed on implementation and measurement of goals.
Future presentation requests
Director Pimental requested proposals for future presentations at meetings. Members shared their
feedback on future potential topics and presenters.
ROUND TABLE
There were no round table items to be discussed at this time.
ADJOURNMENT
After further brief discussion, Member Friedline moved, Member Oxley seconded with all members
present voting in favor to adjourn the meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 8:05 p.m.
Secretary
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