04-12-2022
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY & ENERGY
COMMISSION MEETING
April 12, 2022
7:00 PM
Fridley Civic Campus, 7071 University Ave N.E.
AGENDA
Pursuant to Minnesota Statute § 13.02 the April 12, 2022 meeting of the Fridley Environmental Quality
and Energy Commission will be a hybrid meeting. Commissioner Amy Dritz will be participating
remotely from 76-6233 Alii Drive #171, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740.
In Person: Fridley City Hall, 7071 University Avenue, NE, Fridley, MN 55432.
Virtual:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85252088055 or call 312-626-6799, webinar ID: 852 5208 8055.
Call to Order
Roll Call
Approval of Agenda
Approval of Meeting Minutes
1.Approve the Minutes from the Environmental Quality and Energy Commission meeting of March
8, 2022.
New Business
2.EV Program Discussion
Old Business
3.GreenStep 4 Award
4.Energy Action Plan Updates
5.Grant Updates
6.2022 Outreach Events
Other Items
7.September-November Meeting Dates
8.Informal Status Reports
Adjournment
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AGENDA REPORT
Meeting Date:April 12, 2022 Meeting Type:Environmental Quality and Energy
(EQEC) Commission
Submitted By:Rachel Workin, Environmental Planner
Title
Approve the Minutes fromthe Environmental Quality and Energy Commission meeting of March8,
2022.
Background
Approve the Minutes from the Environmental Quality and Energy Commission meeting of March8, 2022.
Recommendation
Approve the Minutes from the Environmental Quality and Energy Commission meeting of March8,
2022.
Attachments and Other Resources
Environmental Quality and Energy Commission Minutes-March8, 2022.
Vision Statement
We believe Fridley will be a safe, vibrant, friendly and stable home for families and businesses.
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ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY & ENERGY
COMMISSION MEETING
March 08, 2022
7:00 PM
Fridley Civic Campus, 7071 University Ave N.E.
MINUTES
Call to Order
MOTION by Commissioner Hansen to nominate Commissioner Foell as interim chair for the March
meeting. SECONDED by Commissioner Klemz. The MOTION PASSED unanimously. Chair Foell called the
meeting to order at 7:09 PM
Roll Call
Heidi Ferris
Justin Foell
Mark Hansen
Aaron Klemz
Sam Stoxen
Rachel Workin, Environmental Planner
Approval of Agenda
MOTION by Commissioner Hansen to APPROVE the March 8, 2022,meeting agenda. SECONDED by
Commissioner Klemz. The MOTION PASSED unanimously.
Approval of Meeting Minutes
MOTION by Commissioner Hansen to APPROVE the February8, 2022,meeting minutes. SECONDED by
Commissioner Klemz. The MOTION PASSED unanimously.
New Business
1.Metro F Line (BRT) Status Update
Ms. Workin provided an informational update regarding the Metro F Line.
2.Smart Salting Legislation Update
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Environmental Quality & Energy Commission Minutes Page 2
Meeting 3/8/2022
Commissioner Klemz provided an informational update regarding the Smart Salting Legislation (HF
2908/SF768)
Old Business
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3.!44 Avenue Bridge Improvements
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MOTION by Commissioner Hansen to APPROVE the 44 Avenue Bridge Project Letter of Support to
Anoka County included in the EQEC packet. SECONDED by Commissioner Ferris. The MOTION PASSED
unanimously.
4.!Energy Action Plan Updates
Ms. Workin provided an informational update regarding the Energy Action Plan.
5.!Grant Updates
Ms. Workin provided an informational update regarding grant applications.
6.!2022 Outreach Events
Ms. Workin provided an informational update regarding 2022 outreach events.
Other Items
7.!Informal Status Reports
Ms. Workin requested volunteers for adopt-a-drain promotion. Ms. Workin shared that there would a
metro environmental commission meeting hosted by Conservation Minnesota.
Adjournment
MOTION by Commissioner Hansen to adjourn the meeting SECONDED by Commissioner Klemz. The
MOTION PASSED unanimously.
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AGENDA REPORT
Meeting Date:April 12, 2022 Meeting Type:Environmental Quality and Energy
(EQEC) Commission
Submitted By:Rachel Workin, Environmental Planner
Title
EV Program Discussion
Background
Electric vehicle charging stations are projected to be more important as the market share of electric
vehicles increases. The City of Plymouth has been featured recently for its partnership with Carbon
Solutions Group resulting in a significant number of new EV chargers in the City. Staff will provide more
information on the CSG model.
Recommendation
Commissioners should discuss if there is interest in pursuing a similar program in Fridley.
Attachments and Other Resources
None
Vision Statement
We believe Fridley will be a safe, vibrant, friendly and stable home for families and businesses.
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AGENDA REPORT
Meeting Date:April 12, 2022 Meeting Type:Environmental Quality and Energy
(EQEC) Commission
Submitted By:Rachel Workin, Environmental Planner
Title
GreenStep 4 Award
Background
The City was told by the MPCA that it will advance tobecomea Step 4 GreenStep City. In order to
become a Step 5 GreenStep City, the City will need to continue to continue to annually report on Step
4 metrics as well as show improvement in three of the below metrics:
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Vision Statement
We believe Fridley will be a safe, vibrant, friendly and stable home for families and businesses.
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Recommendation
Commissioners should discuss approaches to improving on metrics.
Attachments and Other Resources
None
Vision Statement
We believe Fridley will be a safe, vibrant, friendly and stable home for families and businesses.
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AGENDA REPORT
Meeting Date:April 12, 2022 Meeting Type:Environmental Quality and Energy
(EQEC) Commission
Submitted By:Rachel Workin, Environmental Planner
Title
Energy Action Plan Updates
Background
At the November 9 meeting, the EQEC recommended adoption of Phase 2 of the Energy Action Plan. The
following activities were completed this past month:
Updating properties in B3
DistributedLED light bulbs in Fire Department Safety visit kits and information on electricity/safety
to seniors
Presented at Minnesota City/County Facilities Management Association Meeting
Planning meeting on energy audits in Park Plaza Cooperatives
4 insulation rebates issued
The following activities are projectedin the next month:
Work with CEE on mailer about insulation rebates
Finish uploadingall City properties into B3 benchmarking system
Write May newsletter on outdoor energy savings (solar lights, electric equipment)
Hiring summer intern for multi-family properties
Recommendation
Commissioners should review and discuss if there are other activities that should be considered.
Attachments and Other Resources
None
Vision Statement
We believe Fridley will be a safe, vibrant, friendly and stable home for families and businesses.
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AGENDA REPORT
Meeting Date:April 12, 2022 Meeting Type:Environmental Quality and Energy
(EQEC) Commission
Submitted By:Rachel Workin, Environmental Planner
Title
Grant Updates
Background
The purpose of this item is to provide Commissioners updates on sustainability grants held by the City.
Grants in the Pre-Application Stage
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Met Council Regional Solicitation Grant for 44Avenue Bridgew/ Anoka County
Grants Under Review
BWSR HELP grant for native plant restoration on Commons Park hillside
Met Council Water Efficiency Grant pt 3
Active Grants
Recycling grant (ongoing)
CCWD grant for Craig Park improvements
BWSR/RCWD grant for Moore Lake IESF project
DNR grant for mitigating impacts of EAB
RCWD grant for 6 raingardens in Rice Creek Terrace neighborhood
RCWD grant for road diet on University Ave Service Rd
Met Council Water Efficiency Grant
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LRIP grant for 53Avenue Trail Project
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RS grant for 7St Trail Project
CCWD grant for hydrodynamic separator in 2022 Street Project Area
RCWD grant for sumps in Farr Lake neighborhood
University Avenue Lighting Project
SHIP grant for bike fleet (SNC/Recreation)
SHIP grant for Civic Campus orchard
Lawns to Legumes Demonstration Neighborhood Grant (ACD grant in partnership with Coon
Rapids, and Lino Lakes)
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Met Council Climate Mitigation grant for feasibility study of 73Ave
Grants Closed (1/1/2021+)
Vision Statement
We believe Fridley will be a safe, vibrant, friendly and stable home for families and businesses.
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!SHIP grant for wayfinding kiosk
!MDH Well Sealing Grant
Recommendation
Commissioners should review and discuss if there are other activities that should be considered.
Attachments and Other Resources
!None
Vision Statement
We believe Fridley will be a safe, vibrant, friendly and stable home for families and businesses.
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AGENDA REPORT
Meeting Date:February8, 2022 Meeting Type:Environmental Quality and Energy
(EQEC) Commission
Submitted By:Rachel Workin, Environmental Planner
Title
2022 Outreach Events
Background
Outreach at community events is an important strategy to build environmental awareness and increase
engagement. Events that have been completed since the last meeting as well as upcoming outreach
events are listed below.
Completed events (3/8-4/12)
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Confirmed events and topics
Recycling Drop-offs (5 in 2022)
Earth Week + Environmental Fun Fair (April 29-May 7)
o Bike Safety Checks
o Exhibitors
Household Hazardous Waste Event (4/30)
o Recycling
49rs Day(June 17)
o EV Showcase
Book Swap (July 19 before Civic Campus concert)
Garage Sale/Trash to Treasure Day (7/22-7/24)
Potential Events
Night to Unite
o Green Block Parties
Community wide clean up (TBD)
Pumpkin Night in the Park
o Energy
Coats from Cops
o Light bulbsgive away
Recommendation
Vision Statement
We believe Fridley will be a safe, vibrant, friendly and stable home for families and businesses.
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Commissioners should discuss if there are other community events that are a priority, what topics
should be highlighted, and if there is an interest in commissioner involvement.
Attachments and Other Resources
!None
Vision Statement
We believe Fridley will be a safe, vibrant, friendly and stable home for families and businesses.
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AGENDA REPORT
Meeting Date:April 12, 2022 Meeting Type:Environmental Quality and Energy
(EQEC) Commission
Submitted By:Rachel Workin, Environmental Planner
Title
September-November Meeting Dates
Background
The EQEC staff liaison will be on parental leave September-November.
Recommendation
Discuss meeting approach for September-November.
Attachments and Other Resources
None
Vision Statement
We believe Fridley will be a safe, vibrant, friendly and stable home for families and businesses.
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AGENDA REPORT
Meeting Date:April 12, 2022 Meeting Type:Environmental Quality and Energy
(EQEC) Commission
Submitted By:Rachel Workin, Environmental Planner
Title
Informal Status Reports
Background
Staff and Commissioners will share informal status reports on programs happening in the City.
Recommendation
None
Attachments and Other Resources
None
Vision Statement
We believe Fridley will be a safe, vibrant, friendly and stable home for families and businesses.
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