Watershed Management Commission

Thursday, May 24, 2007 at 5:30 p.m.

Adair County Annex Building 300 North Franklin Street

PRESENT:  Rodger Bland, Clayton Dillavou, Gary Jones, Mari Macomber and Jim Novinger

ABSENT:  Scott Ellis, Marty Jayne and Jerry Smith

OTHERS PRESENT:  Phillip Ayers, Mike Bradley and Brian Todd

Chairman Dillavou called the meeting to order at 5:35 p.m.

A motion approving the minutes was made by Gary Jones and seconded by Jim Novinger.  The motion carried with the following vote:   Rodger Bland – aye, Clayton Dillavou – aye, Scott Ellis – absent, Martin Jayne – absent, Gary Jones – aye, Mari Macomber – aye, Jim Novinger – aye, and Jerry Smith – absent.

The Commission reviewed the Source Water Protection Summary Pamphlet, including comments submitted from Robert Broz and Rich Morrow.  The word “Management” will be inserted on the cover when referencing the Commission.  Under Scope of work of the Commission, the first bullet will be divided into two separate ideas, one for writing and gaining approval and the other for establishing and prioritizing goals.  The second to last bullet in that same section will be modified by deleting the words, “of either party”.  The Commission agreed to change the third bulleted section on Description of the “Source Water Protection Plan” by deleting the word “directly”.  The last bulleted section will be changed by removing "ed" from established and deleting the words, “or maintain quality water resources”.  The sub bulleted sections will be changed by deleting the word “To” at the start of each section.  Page three will be changed by replacing the word “four” with “three” in reference to the number of concerns at Forest Lake.  The word “current” will be removed from both the Forest Lake and Hazel Creek headings.  The Commission also agreed that the words, “and possible shoreline erosion caused by natural wave action” should be removed from the Hazel Creek Lake section.  Chairman Dillavou will make the changes agreed upon and provide a copy to the City for printing.

The Commission reviewed the plans for the upcoming public event at Thousand Hills State Park.  The event will take place on Tuesday, June 26 starting at 6:30 p.m.  The event will begin with refreshments, hot dogs, potato chips and soda, followed by the program and discussion.  The Commission expressed interest in getting feedback and input from the residents.  Ideas on how to encourage discussion were given including an evaluation instrument that would include suggestions for other program ideas.  The Commission also discussed giving away prizes for those who participated in the conversation by asking questions or sharing feedback.  City staff will develop a plan.  Chairman Dillavou will organize a meeting with those individuals who will be presenting the program.  The program will include a summary of the Plan, followed by presentations on use and impact on the water by the City, parks by a [DNR Park Ranger - Is this his title?], and septic systems by Stewart Blessing (Title?).

The Commission agreed that the June 26 public meeting would function as the regular monthly meeting for the Commission.  The Commission would also like to tour the water treatment plant and discussed doing this either in July or August.  The Commission will conduct its meeting at the water treatment plant after the tour.

Chairman Dillavou will contact Dr. Kelrick to find out the status of the Hazel Creek resident's survey.  .

It was noted that Rich Morrow, DNR, suggested that a mini grant be submitted for Forest Lake.  The Commission suggested the City consider applying for such a grant in the near future.

As there was no further business the meeting was adjourned at 6:05 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

Mari E. Macomber

Commission Secretary