Rebecca Haug, Water Resources Manager
Title
RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE 2019 GOALS
Background
2019 Goals
o Continue to focus on plans for development of the Blaine Wetland Sanctuary [BWS].
o Continue to utilize the Open Space Management Plan for guidance and setting priorities.
o Continue to explore ideas for enhancing public awareness & use of our open spaces & trails.
o Continue programming with Growing Green Hearts (GGH) & Wargo Nature Center at Blaine Wetland Sanctuary (BWS)
o Begin Southern restoration work of the BWS
o Partner with local businesses
o Purchase and install entrance sign for BWS and Interpretive signs
o Open Space Tour and Community Dialogue
o Continue Pioneer Park Wetland Bank process
o Sell credits in Site 7
o Work with Anoka Conservation District or other to collect seeds to be replanted in open spaces
o Community Outreach Program - Prospect Heights Natural Resource Commission
• Website
• Monthly journal about activities, plants, wildlife, ecology and nature
• Workday notices
o Prescribed burn, tree removals, cancellations of programs, etc.
• Library Programs
o GGH working with library on story walks
o Could start quarterly speakers on various natural resource topics
• Video series
o Focus on management of open spaces, best practices, plants and plant ID, prescribed burns and sight tours
• Tours, walks and general outreach
o Establish a Bluebird Trail
o Plant trees/shrubs in a public area
o Create a game for hiking a trail or open space - Open Space Passport promotion
o Adopt a Park Program
• Earth Day Events
• American Wetlands Month promotion
• World Fest booth
• Blaine Open House booth
Recommendation
By motion, approve 2019 goals.