MINUTES of March 17, 2008
‘THE LAND BETWEEN THE LAKES’

 

MEMBERS PRESENT: Randy Kehr, Cathy Rofshus, Chris Chalmers, Bob Graham, Tami Staker, Karen Trow, Susie Petersen

OTHERS PRESENT: Shellrock River Watershed Administrator, Brett Behnke, and  Clayton Petersen, Board of Managers, Shellrock River Watershed District
                       
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A motion to approve the minutes of February 25, 2008 was made by Tami Staker and seconded by Chris Chalmers.  The motion was approved unanimously on a voice vote. 

PRESENTATION

Brett Behnke and Clayton Petersen were present for discussion of Watershed goals and updates on the use of the local option sales tax.

LBTL members have been asked how the sales tax money is being spent and commented further that the public would like more communication.  Mr. Benhke and Mr. Petersen stated that the Shell Rock River Watershed district is working on a project list which will be available to the public in the next 30 days.

Discussion continued relating to preparing plans and communication for the renewal of the sales tax assuming that will be necessary to complete the anticipated projects.  The public needs to be more aware of the plan elements and how they fit together so that they understand the process, see progress, and be willing to support a sales tax renewal.

Dredging was also discussed as it relates to the future of economic development and promoting our lakes.  Mr. Behnke said that dredging is a priority, however, it is a long-term process and will also need bonding money in addition to the sales tax.  Dredging will require community support. 

Meeting adjourned at 5:00.

Minutes submitted by Wendy Flugum
3-25-08