July 2021
The last few weeks we have seen record high temps, city water restrictions caused by an expanding drought and smoky haze from Canadian wildfires reaching far enough to cover our skies. All these events are highlighting the need for a better understanding of our current environment and how small changes could lessen the impact of climate change. My office has been spending the last month visiting with Three Rivers Park staff, local businesses, and county staff to explore different and unique ways we can help implement our Climate Action Plan which was passed earlier this year by the Hennepin County Board of Commissioners. Concepts like wildlife and nature preserves, sustainable land management, and incorporating native plants and pollinator gardens with high touch horticulture concepts. I am glad to have the opportunities to connect with experts about these concepts and can’t wait to discover further innovation in reaching our counties goal of Zero Waste by 2050.
2021 Youth Sports Grants Administered to District 7
This year, District 7 had three projects funded through the Hennepin County Youth Sports Program, including $25,000 for Donahue Dells Park in Dayton, $10,000 for equipment in Corcoran’s City Park and over $4,000 for equipment at Rockford Highschool and Elementary. This grant program began in 2009 and has awarded more than $24 million, with $3.8 million of that disbursed within our district to use for playgrounds, equipment and swimming lessons.
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