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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENT ADVISORY COMMISSION
Tuesday, December 12, 2017
MINUTES OF MEETING OF DECEMBER 12, 2017
A regular meeting of the Eagan Energy and Environment Advisory Commission (EEAC) was held on Tuesday,
December 12, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. in the Eagan City Hall. Those present were Member Oxley, Member Fleenor,
Member Dugan, Member Mirick, Member Trzpuc, Member Supina and Member Pottorff. Staff members present
were Director of Parks and Recreation Andrew Pimental and Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation Jared
Flewellen.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Member Oxley asked if there were any changes to the agenda. Director Pimental stated there were no changes.
Member Mirick moved, Member Fleenor seconded, with all present members voting in favor to adopt the
agenda as presented. Aye: 7 Nay: 0
APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES
Member Supina moved to approve the minutes from September 19, 2017 meeting, Member Trzpuc seconded,
with all present members voting in favor to adopt the minutes presented. Aye: 7 Nay: 0
VISITORS TO BE HEARD
Bruce Goff, 4557 Oak Chase Circle, requested the commission recommend to the City Council that the City of
Eagan adopt a renewable energy and/or carbon free standard for city operations and have this standard
reflected in the Comprehensive Guide Plan 2040.
NEW BUSINESS
Energy and Environment Advisory Commission
December 12, 2017
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2018 Meeting Schedule
Member Oxley expressed the concern of number of meeting times available for commissioners to discuss goals.
Options were heavily discussed to increase meetings and it was agreed that the commission would meet in
January 9, 2018 to discuss goals and additional times.
Metro Area Environment Commission Event
Member Dugan nominated explained his participation in the Metro Area Environment event that was held at
the University of Minnesota. Dugan expressed that the event had great tools and resources that could assist in
solar policy development. Assistant Director Flewellen also attended the training and agreed with Member
Dugan's opinion.
Commission Goals
Member Oxley outlined the three goals and identified the commission members associated with each goal. The
commission agreed that the goals will be discussed further at the January meeting.
1) Research core metrics to obtain Green Steps Level 5. Member Oxley, Member Supina (liaison) and
Member Trzpuc
2) Research and recommend policies and ordinances regarding solar resource protection and
development. Member Oxley, Member Trzpuc (liaison), Member Pottorff, Member Mirick, Member
Dugan, Member Fleenor and Member Oxley
3) Provide community outreach and education regarding energy and environmental issues. Member Oxley,
Member Dugan, Member Fleenor (liaison) and Member Pottorff.
ADJOURNMENT
After further brief discussion, Member Pottorff moved, Member Trzpuc seconded with all members present
voting in favor to adjourn the meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 7:44 p.m.
Secretary
Not Approved
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