Open Space Advisory Board Minutes 2008 12 10

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Open Space Advisory Board Minutes December 10, 2008 Page 3 of 3 Review Policy Regarding Closures Spencer recommends finding alternative location for dog off-leash area and closing the area on Davidson Mesa. An alternative would be to manage the property better. Aaron moves to put on the February agenda a discussion of disposition of Davidson Mesa off-leash area, including the possibility of closing the area and relocating it. Bret seconded. Voting in favor: Tom, Spencer, Larry, Kate, Aaron, Bret. Voting against: Truman. The motion passed. Discuss OSAB Appreciation Event Wednesday Jan 7th 7-8:30 Boulder County will be speaking on raptor identification in library meeting room. We will do dinner at 5:45pm to 6:45pm to leave time for clean up before presentation. Ember would like to include active OS volunteers. Guests are welcome to speaker, but not to dinner. Ideas for Educational Programs Ember is still collecting ideas. She reviewed ideas contributed so far: birds of prey, Native American history of coal creek, front range mountain lion study, coyotes presented by the Colorado OS Alliance, April program on earth day and arbor day; maybe a week long celebration, weed education with bio control on site(releasing of bugs), property walks, nature walks, weed identification hike, history of Open Space in Louisville. Holiday program for kids making ornaments from recycled materials. Gardening presentation at community gardens with a master gardener. This type of program might be part of a master gardener system. Ember envisions a mix of field visits and indoor events. Aaron asked about a paid education coordinator for the city. Joe can't say that this position is on the horizon and it would need to be reviewed. Discussion Items for Next Meeting 1. Integrated weed management plan with letter of recommendation with HFAB Jan 14th at 6:30pm Adjourn -Aaron moved to adjourn at 9:27pm, Bret seconded. The motion passed unanimously.