Environmental Committee
Meeting Minutes for March 2, 2016
Jody Turner reported on the Piping Plover DNR research, survey and reports. The researchers saw six plovers and approximately 80 Red Knots.
The Greenery
The sweet grass has been trimmed and lattice work has been replaced by shrubbery around five utility boxes.
Lake House Wildflower Project
The committee is awaiting a revised plan from the Greenery.
Wildlife Sightings Report
Joe Stevenot reported that there were 10 bobcat sightings. And the otters are still enjoying our island.
Waste Management
Rich Siegel reported that the first monthly Brown and White pick up is March 5.
Nature Trails
New sign construction and painting are in progress.
Off Shore Drilling
An Educational Seminar will be held on April 20 at 7 pm at the Lake House. Four speakers will be talking about their areas of expertise in this crucial issue of off shore drilling and energy permits off of our coast. Non residents will be allowed through security gate to attend.
Communications
Jane Marvin reported on the initial plans for the Earth Day celebration on April 22. The various groups that are environmentally supporting the island will be showcased at tables staffed by a representative with pertinent information on hand. There will be a speaker from NOAA who is a National expert on sea level rise.
Deer Management
1900 pounds of venison was given to the Low Country Food Bank to be distributed to residents on Johns and Wadmalaw Islands.
SIB
The next birders’ meeting will be held on April 27 with Birds of Prey as the program.
Bluebirds
Dean Morr reported that all boxes have been repaired and all volunteer groups are filled.
Audubon Sanctuary Committee
Barry Shedrow
is attending the first meeting the week March 14th.
Trash Report
Steve Hirsch reported that illegal dumping continues at maintenance bins.
There have been some complaints about dead wax myrtles on the beach. Steve explained that they are a natural foundation that will help rebuild the dunes.
Mallard Lake Issues
A resident cleared their bank down to a lake which is a violation. The ARC did a walk around and referred the issue to staff for investigation which will include interviewing the property owner and determining what action will be taken.
Submitted by Jane Marvin