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Ms. Wingard stated that they would like to see scout projects involve more city department's <br /> than just Parks.The solar table has been sitting for —7 years but we are ready to proceed. <br /> Bryson presented his project to the Parks Commission,and it was approved.The scout needs <br /> to take the initiate the`drive'in the project. Ms. Wingard is there to assist as needed but serves <br /> in a more hands-off role. <br /> Tim Sevcik,Public Works Superintendent,told Ms. Wingard that the $2000 budget (provided <br /> by Economic Development),may not be adequate and to plan for securing additional funds. <br /> Due to the number of years,this project was stalled, the city funds were not retained in the <br /> Environmental budget. Commissioner Sagstetter was able to find funds in his budget to pay for <br /> the slab and conduit already installed. Unfortunately,this item was not included in the <br /> renovation of Orono Park. Commission members discussed the additional funding needs and <br /> will mention this to the Council in March. <br /> Ms. Wingard stated that the roof on this structure needs to be consistent with the style and <br /> color of other Park shelters, as well as the cedar tone of stain. She also mentioned that there are <br /> challenges with outdated technology and new batteries are needed.The scout will provide a <br /> sketch of his project along with a materials list.The scout plans to have it complete before the <br /> new school year starts in the fall. <br /> Ms. Fischer mentioned that Jon Cappaert(via email),offered to help the scout by sharing his <br /> tools and helping with the construction. Commissioner Miller said he would also help with the <br /> project, as well as Commissioner Iverson,who has worked with the STEM program at high <br /> schools,and,also Chair Mahon. Ms. Wingard will send the scout an email along with the <br /> Commissioners that he can contact. Chair Mahon thanked Ms.Wingard for her update on the <br /> project. <br /> 6.2 Amend ECC By-Laws to Align with Revised Meeting Schedule. <br /> City Council approved the amended Administration ordinance for Boards &Commissions at their <br /> Dec. 19''meeting.With that action,the ECC was able to amend their by-laws for consistency in <br /> meeting schedules.Commissioner Miller,motioned to approve the amended by-laws, seconded by <br /> Commissioner Iverson. <br /> 6.3 Quarterly Star News Article Assignments <br /> Chair Mahon submitted the 1"qtr. article on the New P1k River Landfill Agreement which was <br /> published in a Jan.issue of the Star News. Members shared various topics that could be shared <br /> with the public this year and agreed on the following 2"a qtr. topics are Earth Day,Spring <br /> (April) Clean-Up event, and Citywide Garage Sales (May) -Commissioner Peterson. 3rd qtr. <br /> topics: EV's and Scooters—Commissioner Iverson. e`qtr. topic is the solar table at Lake <br /> Orono &recognition of Bryson Jones—Commissioners Cappaert and Miller. <br /> 6.5 Work Session Topics for March <br /> Chair Mahon shared his draft notes for the March update to City Council. It included Commission <br /> member introductions,a summary of ECC's history,initiatives,the mission,vision,and value <br /> statements.The goals created and prioritized by the Commission,collaboration with the Initiative <br /> Foundation and Rechange MN. Other issues mentioned included thanking the Council for past <br /> actions,allowing Communication staff to attend ECC meetings as needed,appointing an ISD728 <br /> representative to the commission,review,and approval of the ECC goal to include energy and <br /> sustainability criteria in RFP's,and understanding the need of funding for projects and marketing <br /> 2 <br />