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Home My WebLink Aboutweekly notes - Feb 16th 2018 r' I i CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS—WEEKLY NOTES for: Feb th, 018 TO: City Council Members& Staff FROM: Eric Johnson,City Administrator GENERAL ITEMS: • The City has not received any new development applications;however,we have received a PRESS RELEASE from Royal Credit Union outlining their intention to locate here in the City—we understand it to be in the development in front of the Menards.See enclosed. • Staff has received a second extension notice from the developers of the anticipated Holiday Inn.We do anticipate a formal site application in the next few weeks and Staff will be meeting with their architect on 2121 • As one of its 2018 Goals,the Council desired to reach out to MNDOT to begin a dialogue about needed pedestrian facilities to serve Bridge Visitors. I have enclosed a copy of the letter that was sent on 2/16/18.Hopefully MNDOT will respond with some clarifications and how the City could reasonably assist. • The City has been informed that the new owners of the lands lying in the SW comer of STH 36 and Manning Ave have secured a tree cutting permit from Stillwater Township and BCWD. It is likely you may see some large tree clearances at this site.But please know the owners did secure the necessary permits.These lands remain out of the City,but we were copied on the notice in case questions arise in the community. • The City has published and posted the required documentation for the OPEN BOOK process of Property valuation appeals.A copy of the posting is enclosed. • The Building Official has followed up with a Police tip that an apartment located at 14759 62nd Street N.is failing into disrepair.Please see the enclosed communication • The City is still seeking people to serve on the Parks Commission—if you know anyone who might desire to serve please let me know and I will email them an application packet. • The City has again executed a POND MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT for the NEWGATE POND located in the Autumn Ridge neighborhood. Recall this pond takes significant storm water from the City's street in the area,but also high nutrient runoff from the abutting property owners and which can tum into a large ALGAE BLOOM.The recent years of this pond maintenance and chemical treatment has improved the conditions and I believe the residents are happy. • The home located at the north end of Peabody Ave,just south of the Scenic Overlook is experiencing a build of sediment in their water line,PW staff have been working with the owner to flush out remaining debris(sand,pebbles&sediment)likely largely introduced during the reconstruction and bridge project.This is a dead-end line.See the enclosed picture—shower valve. • The City is required to respond to the US CENSUS Bureau about boundary adjustments and annexation—for the upcoming 2020 Decennial Census—that has been completed. • Dave Schultz—Board Member from West Lakeland Township provided the City with the enclosed agenda from the Metropolitan Airport Commission about the upcoming discussion about the Lake Elmo Airport Expansion. • Julie Hultman received a very nice thank you letter for her work with a property at 1505163rd Street N—please see the enclosed.Good work Julie H. Mayor McComber provided: 1. METRO CITIES NEWS for 219/18 2. Invitation from Valley Branch Watershed 3. Copy of the NLC response to the Trump Admin-Infrastructure plan. 4. LMC provided information on available workspace at their facility on University Ave. Please let me know if you have any questions-651-253-7837 Call Anytime. 1 of 31 ROYAL February 14, 2018 CREDIT FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE .rl �� UNION Contact: Jennifer McHugh, Director of Public Affairs & Financial Education 715-833-8167 or Jennifer.mchugh@rcu.org ROYAL CREDIT UNION TO OPEN NEW LOCATION IN TWIN CITIES METRO AREA Eau Claire, WI—Royal Credit Union today announced plans to open a new office in the Oak Park Heights/Stillwater area.The new office is located at 13165 60th Street North in Oak Park Heights, MN in the Oak Park 36 Center. The office will offer access to the full line of financial services and products Royal offers in a Member-focused atmosphere. Royal will recruit 6 team members to work in the new location and support the surrounding community. "We are proud to have selected the Oak Park Heights/Stillwater area for our next office location,"said Brandon Riechers, Royal Credit Union president & CEO. "We have been serving the St. Croix Valley market from our Wisconsin locations and are excited for the opportunity to expand our services in the St. Croix Valley and the Metro area from this new Minnesota location.The recent opening of the Stillwater Crossing Bridge is an exciting economic catalyst for the area and we look forward to becoming an engaged community partner. Our values- based credit union is committed to serving our Members and creating a positive impact in the lives, and communities,we touch." The office is expected to open later this spring. Hours will be Monday through Friday 9am to 5pm and Saturdays from 9am to Noon.The office will also feature a drive-up ATM. Royal will announce plans for a grand opening celebration once construction is complete. Royal Credit Union is a member of the Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce. The Oak Park Heights/Stillwater office will be Royal's fifth in the Metro area. Other locations include Apple Valley, Coon Rapids, Edina and St. Paul. Royal also has a student-run credit union branch located in Eden Prairie High School. About Royal Credit Union r Royal Credit Union is a federally insured credit union proudly serving over 180,000 Members in Minnesota and Wisconsin. Royal is driven by a core purpose built on strong values.You can open an account or apply for a low-rate loan at Royal Credit Union if you live or work in 16 counties in Minnesota or 26 counties in western Wisconsin. Counties served in Minnesota include Anoka, Carver, Chisago, Dakota, Goodhue, Hennepin, Isanti, Olmsted, Pine, Ramsey,Scott, Sherburne, Wabasha, Washington,Winona and Wright. Counties served in Wisconsin include Adams,Ashland, Bayfield, Barron, Buffalo, Burnett, Chippewa, Clark, Douglas, Dunn, Eau Claire,Jackson, Lincoln, Marathon, Pepin, Pierce, Polk, Portage, Price, Rusk,Sawyer,St. Croix,Taylor,Trempealeau, Washburn,and Wood. Realtors in the state of Wisconsin or Minnesota are also eligible to join the credit union.Visit fLuorg or call Royal Credit Union at 800-341-9911 for more information. PO Box 970• Eau Claire,WI 54702-0970.1-SW341-9911 rcu.org 2 of 31 JOHNSTON LAW OFFICE' P.A. 510 22"Avenue East,Suite 101 Attorneys at Law P.O.Box 1218 Alexandria,Minnesota 56308 Scott T. Johnston* Telephone:320-762-8814 Fax:320-762-9111 Kelly L. Jenzen E-Mail: 'ohnston a'ohnstonlawoff.com Legal Assistants: jenzen i4lohnstonlawoffcom Lori A.Aaberg Alice A.Bosek * MSBA Board Certified Real Lindsey C.Bruzek Property Specialist Kimberly I Pfeffer Brittany E.Uselman February 13, 2018 VIA CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 1 CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS ECKBERG & LAMMERS ATTN CITY ADMINISTRATOR ATTN MARK VIERLING ESQ 14168 OAK PARK BLVD 1809 NORTHWESTERN AVENUE P O BOX 2007 STILLWATER MN 55082 OAK PARK HEIGHTS MN 55082 RE: City of Oak Park Heights—Madison Hospitality Group, LLC Our File No. 17-290STJ Pursuant to Section 4.3 of the Purchase and Sale Agreement dated August 29, 2017 ("PSA"), Madison Hospitality "Buyer" extend the Due Diligence Period("DDP")for th second of its two (2) sixty (60)day extensions. e last day of the first extended DDP is Febru con extended DDP will be April 18, 2018. Buyer will send a check for the Additional Earnest Money in the amount of$10,000 to the Title Company pursuant to Section 4.3 of the PSA. Additionally, the PSA provides that the Earnest Money and the Additional Earnest Money remain refundable to Buyer during the DDP, as extended, or as otherwise provided for in the PSA. Thank you. Sincerely, JOHNST L W OFFICE,P.A. By ' on T. Jo on STJ/kp cc: Madison Hospitality Group, LLC (via email) FSA Title Services, LLC—Stillwater 5649 Memorial Avenue Stillwater, MN 55082 3 of 31 a City of Oak Park Heights 14168 Oak Park Blvd. N•Box 2007.Oak Park He' s,MN 55 Phone(651)439-4439•Fax(651)439-0574 2-16-18 4 TO: Todd Clarkowski, D - a e ly- dd.clarkowski@state.mn.us FROM: Eric Johnson,City Ad inistrat RE: SCRC—Parking and cilities Gentlemen: As we have collectively witnessed,the St. Croix River Crossing does attract a number of people visiting and walking out to see the new views and sights.While this can be positive, it has begun a conversation that outlines concerns for lack of parking for visitors intending to walk out on the new Bridge as well as other missing elements. Please note the following: 1. Lack of Parking for Bridge Visitors: Many people simply desire to walk out to the new bridge and are seeking the closest parking area necessary to make that trip.This parking need is distinct and likely a larger demand than from those seeking parking with the intention to ride or access the Loop Trail System as these individuals can more easily park elsewhere. The City received a number of calls last summer about lack of parking in the area-some of which highlighted pedestrian and traffic safety issues. MNDOT likely understands these concerns as we do note that as of 2/16/18 the MNDOT website does highlight a new Parking area on a map, but does not materially engage what it is or what it might include in the related documentation. (see map attached). Would MNDOT please outline what is to be constructed here; its planned amenities and please state if MNDOT believes that such a facility at that location will adequately serve the parking function for those Bridge Visitors with the sole intention of walking out to the Bridge,versus the generalized use of the Loop Trail.Or,is a different and/or additional parking warranted? 2. Lack of Basic Facilities: In addition to this parking concern, a number of basic facilities are lacking on this facility—the most glaring of which are trash facilities. Please install adequate trash facilities for these Bridge visitors. We have witnessed a collection of litter being stacked at the intersections as well as being thrown over the side and this cannot continue. The City is willing to consider actions that may improve the experience for all visitors and we would be willing to discuss how we can reasonably help. However, we would ask that MNDOT please address the above issues directly at this time and we can proceed from there. Kind Regards. Cc: Adam Josephson,MNDOT adam.josephson@state.mn.us Tom McCarty, City of Stillwater. 4 of 31 CROIX RIVER CROSSING O OO ■ TRAIL Remaining Construction Some 1i® L Loop Trail Censtruet6n Houlton a <' M 2017 Construction M 2018 Construction St-Croix Rh,*,crossing „�,. . F Laap Trail - - E" '` 1♦ 2017-19 Construction Sr:i is Cree?State Trod aim Ca tee•Tra is and Waixs -- Stillw9 ter a i 4�3 C:32 Park Ne,ghts Ttaiis Stillwater hails 40 Brown's Geek State Trail , 5aypvt RaOs St.Croix cowry Trails What will this facility include? Stillwater cultural Landscape District , ® gsmcons r L341 Q ;vrabieTe+let 0 r 13 Parking a See City of Stillwater website Oak Park (www.d.stiihvatecmn us) for list of downtown parking lots Heights _ QPadring See City of Oak Park Heights web:lte - Swww.cityofoakparkheighiscar= I ..95 ler a listing of the area parks ani trails - Hudson a , Bayport 1 + SCALE IN MM l� l 5 of 31 �os 1 CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS Assessment Notice Important Information Regarding Property Assessments This may affect your 2019 property taxes. Notice is hereby given that the Open Book Meetings for the City of Oak Park Heights shall meet on the following dates and locations: Cottage Grove City Hall Thursday, April 5th, 2018 5:00pm — 7:00pm Oakdale City Hall Wednesday, April 11th, 2018 5:00pm — 7:00pm Woodbury City Hall Thursday, April 19th, 2018 5:00pm — 7:00pm Washington County Government Center Wednesday, April 251h, 2018 2:00pm—7:00pm Property owners may attend any one of the four regional Open Book meetings. The purpose of these meetings is to determine whether property in the jurisdiction has been properly valued and classified by the assessor. If you believe the value or classification of your property is incorrect, please contact your assessor's office to discuss your concerns. BY ORDER OF THE CITY COUNCIL: Given under my hand this 14th day of February, 2018 40 Eric Johnson,City administrator 6 of 31 CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS 14168 Oak Park Boulevard No. • P.O.Box 2007 • Oak Park Heights,MN 55082-2007• Phone:651/439-4439 • Fax:651/439-0574 February 13, 2018 Mr. Jeff Skogen Osgood Summit LLC Kingwood Management P.O. Box 436 14520 61 s` St. Ct. N. Stillwater, MN 55082 Oak Park Heights, MN 55082 Re: 1475962 nd St. N., Oak Park Heights, MN: Rental Unit(s) Condition Dear Mr. Skogen: Dear Osgood Summit, LLC: The Oak Park Heights Police Department recently executed a search warrant to unit#8 at the above-referenced address due to an overdose victim at the unit. While executing their search, they observed unsafe and unsanitary conditions within the unit and have brought this to my attention. They noted that the smoke detectors in the unit were not connected and that they have visited this building numerous times and with regard to drug related situations on at least five separate occasions I have enclosed several photos of the unit showing accumulations of trash, household items, furniture shoved against walls, cigarette debris upon the carpeted floor, and electrical cords strewn about the wall areas. One of the photos does show a large pile of electrical extension cords—that coupled with the cords at the walls suggests that the electrical outlets may not all be operable. As the manager& owner of this building, you have an obligation to the safety of the tenants within it and should be working to ensure that safe, sanitary living conditions exist. This letter serves as the City's first step compliance request and directs that Kingwood Management and Osgood Summit LLC take the necessary steps to verify and ensure that safe, sanitary living conditions exist at Summit Park Apartments (both building 14759 & 14779), specifically, but not limited to the following: 1). Verify and ensure operable smoke and carbon monoxide detector placement in all units and common corridors; and 7of31 Tree City U.S.A. 2). Verify and ensure that all electrical outlets are working within the units. If any are not found operable a licensed electrician shall be secured for the repair and shall pull the necessary work permit from the MN DLI—Electrical Division and have the work inspected by the State Inspector assigned to the Oak Park Heights area. A copy of such work permit shall be provided to my attention upon its being obtained; and 3). Verify and ensure that all units are clear of trash and accumulation piles so as to prevent them from being a fire hazard. The three items above shall be successfully accomplished and a compliance inspection scheduled with me, no later than March 13, 2018. In the event that the all electrical outlets are found operable and in need of no repair, you are directed to provide me with written communication that states that they have been inspected and found fully operable throughout, including the date of verification and name of person/firm having conducted the inspection. The complex is beginning to show signs of neglect. While your prompt attention to the specific items noted is expected, other improvement projects to the interior and exterior of the development are also appreciated and expected so as to maintain good quality living accommodations. I am happy to meet with you to discuss this request and welcome you to contact me with any questions you may have. Sincerely, PLANNING & CODE ENFORCEMENT QotL Jule Hultman Building Official Enclosures c: Brian DeRosier, Chief of Police Eric Johnson, City Administrator 8 of 31 „ w � „ tltl A _a m Iv Awl M1 s � f a y, yl 8tf�� G - _ I IN" • e N r i r �t t aM rt y� 1J •h4� - 5 ' n• E0. �fi��W $�I��(� � —_ F _ "yy, l�11 ��+� +n - ► t >y 21. .I. - LAKE MANAGEMENT, INC. Minnesota Operations 10400185"'Street North Marine on St Croix, MN 55047 (651)433-3283 Phone Fax# (651)433-5316 Email:infibWakemanagementinacom PROPOSAL FOR AQUATIC NUISANCE MANAGEMENT PROGRAM 2018 Submitted to: Date: March 2018 Eric Johnson City of Oak Park Heights P.O. Box 2007 Stillwater,MN 55082 Phone: (651)439-4439 Email: eajohnson@cityofoakparkheights.com Lake Management,Inc.proposes to furnish at it's expense,all of the necessary materials,subject to state and federal regulations,equipment and labor as well as to direct and administer treatment as needed for the control of the excessive growth of submerged and floating aquatic weeds and algae in the water area described as follows: Pond @ 5660 Newgate Circle N 2018 Aquatic Vegetation Control Program ❑Seasonal control program-w/Mukk Busster(Bio-Augmentation)........................$959.00 Two week inspection/application intervals In consideration of the goods and materials furnished,use of equipment and services rendered,payment is to be: Nine Hundred Fifty Nine and 00/100 Dollars ($959.00) Terms:Net April 30,2018 Note.Our seasonal contract begins approximately May Ir and ends September 15*. If applications are required outside of seasonal contract dates or an additional treatment is requested,a minimum$150.00 charge per pond per treatment may apply. Questions about our program or special requests should be directed to:Mike O'Connell at(651)433-3283. In rare cases,large amounts of decomposing algae could cause a reduction in dissolved oxygen,placing fish at risk. While loss of fish is extremely rare,Lake Management Inc.cannot be responsible for such an occurrence. Please notify Lake Management if fish are present. Lake Management,Inc.carries insurance for both liability and property damage and workers' compensation and will,upon request,confirm that coverage by certificates issued to the customer. This proposal may be withdrawn by Lake nagement,Inc.if not accepted within 30 days. EPTANCE OF PRO The above payment d c t are satisfa and are accepted. Lake Management, Inc. Is authorized to co du nageme gram described above. Payment will be made as indicated ab Signature Date Alf r Representing (- 4 , LAKE MANAGEMENT, INC 10400185th Street North—Marine on St Croix,MN 55047 Phone(651)433-3283 Fax(651) 433-5316 E-Mail Address:Info@lakemanagementinc.com l�L_ Visit us at our Web Site:www.lakemanagementinc.com Spring 2018 Dear Pond Property Owner: Enclosed, find our 2018 pond maintenance proposal. Our programs begin in mid-May. To avoid service delays, please submit your contract by April 1, 2018. Please sign the contract and return it to us no later than April 1st, 2018. Any contracts received after this date, may not receive the first treatment because of time required for set up. You do not need to prepay, however,you may take a 2% discount if your payment is received by March 31,2018. Our proposal is for seasonal maintenance. The seasonal maintenance program is the most effective method of control when dealing with higher nutrient bodies of water. Our professional staff inspects the pond on an approximate two week cycle. Notification is left on site detailing pond condition and application information. Lake Management's field staff are experienced, licensed applicators and go through yearly training and recertification. Only EPA and DNR allowed aquatic products are used. These products have been deemed safe for humans, pets, fish and wildlife when properly used. There are no swimming restrictions. Aquatic control products biodegrade very quickly, therefore, some plant growth may occur between visits. If requested, LMI will provide service between scheduled visits. An application/service fee will apply. We look forward to working with you for the 2018 season. If you have any questions about the control programs or other products and services we provide,please call our office and we will be happy to assist you. Sincerely, Mike O'Connell 13 of 31 I Al s�F F . a, 1 IIIA �f1 1 1111111 m i III�IIIII uoulil lull , 1 lam III m. I uol��l� iih; iniri r ,r �m Y Boundary and Annexation Survey(BAS)Annual Response/Contact Update Form Page 1 of 1 Yeu ere herr:Gnsea.00v Geouraohv r PaMerahlm,Ya18 9oundery aLd Mnsxallon survey MASI r Boundary and Annexation survey IBAS)Annual Respon—T.Mod Update Form Geography Boundary and Annexation Survey (BAS) Annual Response/Contact Update Form Thank You We appreciate you taking the time to complete the BAS Annual Response/Contact Update Form.If you have changes to report,please proceed to the main BAS webpage:https://www.census.goy/programs-survevs/bas.html If you selected"Our government does not have boundary changes to report"or only had contact updates,your response is complete and you are finished! 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The U.S. Census Bureau (Census Bureau) conducts the Boundary and Annexation Survey (BAS) to update our records regarding changes to legal boundaries, names, and governmental status of all governmental units effective on or before January 1 of the survey year. This voluntary survey is an important opportunity for you to ensure that we have the correct boundary and legal name for your government. The Census Bureau will use the boundary information you provide to report data from the Population Estimates Program (PEP), the American Community Survey (ACS), and other Census Bureau programs and surveys. Step 1 Respond to the Boundary and Annexation Survey: • Complete the online BAS Annual Response Form and Contact Update information online at https://www.census.gov/geo/partnerships/bas/bas_ar_form.html OR • Send an email to azeo.bas@census.gov indicating (1) whether you have boundary changes to report (yes or no), and (2) whether the Highest Elected Official and BAS contacts are current and the associated contact information for each is correct. If not, please provide updated information. Be sure to include the 11-digit BAS ID listed at the top of this letter in the subject line of your message. NOTE. If you have no boundary changes to report, we ask that you still provide a "NO" response. Because we must contact all nonresponding governments, your "NO" response is appreciated. 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United States` Censuscensus.gov ��Bureau II 16 of 31 II�IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII�IIIIIIIIIIIIIIII�IIIIIII Lake Elmo Airport EA/EAW Public Hearing Wednesday, April 4, 2018 6:00 p.m. Open House 6:30 p.m. Staff Presentation 7:00 p.m. Public Hearing Oak-Land Middle School 820 Manning Ave N Lake Elmo, MN 55042 Public Comment Period Details On February 26,2018 the Draft EA/EAW document will be available for download under the 'Documents and Links' page of the Proiect website. Hard copies will also be placed at the Lake Elmo City Hall, Lake Elmo Public Library,and the Baytown Community Center.The public comment period will be held from February 26 to April 19,2018. Written comments can be submitted via email to ContactLakeElmoAirportEA(cDmsamac ore submitted in-person at the Public Hearing,or mailed to: Lake Elmo Airport EA/EAW Comments c/o MAC Environment Department 6040 28th Avenue S. Minneapolis, MN 55450 All spoken and written comments received during the official comment period, including those collected during the Public Hearing,will be included in an appendix of the Final EA/EAW document.Written responses also will be provided in the document.General responses may be developed to address comments with a common theme. Public Hearing Details On April 4,2018, an open house will be held at 6:00 p.m.for one-on-one discussions with project members.There will be a short presentation beginning at 6:30 p.m.and the Public Hearing will begin at 7:00 p.m.Anyone may fill out an "I wish to speak"slip to make a verbal comment on the record.Speakers will be asked to observe a time limit to allow adequate time for everyone to speak.Spoken and written comments will not be responded to during the hearing. Written comments will be accepted until 5:00 p.m.on April 19,2018. If you have any questions, please contact Dana Nelson at dana.nelson(Mmspmac.ore or 612-725-6330. 2 17 of 31 RECEIVED EE8 15 2018 City of Oak Paris Weights AM PM /✓� � -fes �� rn✓� l ��,Jor�.�� r (.t�Ilc.-F��.G✓/j,1,i C�/;✓��/ Ho.c.Y� �/-'�a-/1 Q,f GiR� x�1 /1'1� ��r�y2� .✓/� ham- -tD ,s-y avG G�.v1 � >✓f({�!� 18 of 31 Current/Archived Newsletters-Metro Cities Page 1 of 9 METRO CITIES Association of Metropolitan Municipalities Search GO ok"ift Metro Cities News February 9, 2098 Have you heard the latest? Metro Cities Board of Directors Follow us on Twitters Openings Due to term completions on the Metro ytrlt�� p Cities Board there will be openings for terms that begin July 1, and the organization is seeking interested candidates. The Metro Cities Board of Directors is comprised of 19 city officials, elected and appointed, from throughout the region. The Board is responsible for overseeing Metro Waftepiolfts Cities' budget, strategic plan and legislative priorities. It also makes appointments to the Metropolitan Council Transportation C*sUpoiffiftU Advisory Board (TAB), Technical Advisory Committee (TAC)to the TAB, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Board. The Board meets the third Thursday of each month (June and October meetings are held on the second Thursday). Members are elected at the Metro Cities Annual Meeting and serve two two-year terms. Metro Cities' bylaws require that the slate of Board members be balanced In Current(Archived regarding geography and city population. Newsletters: Candidates are asked to provide a cover Archives letter, r6sum6 and completed form. Candidates may also provide letters 19 of 31 http://www.metrocitiesmn.org/index.asp?Type=B BASIC&SEC=%7b3738C3AO-1B97-4... 2/12/2018 Current/Archived Newsletters-Metro Cities Page 2 of 9 of reference.A Nominating Committee will meet in March to make recommendations on candidates for election by the membership in April. Applications can be submitted to Kimberly Ciarrocchi at ximberIv0mc The deadline for application is Friday, February 23, 2018. If you would like additional information, please contact Patricia Nauman at 651-215-4002 or oatricia(cD-metrocitiesmn.orc. Reminder: TAC Openings—Application Deadline This Tuesday Metro Cities is seeking interested applicants for two seats on the Metropolitan Council's Technical Advisory Committee (TAC)that advises the TAB (Transportation Advisory Board). Appointees must be department head level staff with an engineering, planning or public works background. Metro Cities' guidelines place a high priority on making the TAC balanced with respect to city size and geography. The Board also gives preference to those who agree to serve on Metro Cities Transportation Policy Committee. The Board seeks candidates who will be committed to strong attendance at meetings. To apply, please submit a letter of interest and a resume/bio by Tuesday, February 13, 2018 to Kimberly Ciarrocchi. Applications can be submitted via mail (Metro Cities, 145 University Avenue West, St. Paul, MN 55103) or email: Ikimberly@metrocitiesmn.orn. Metropolitan Council Announces Wastewater Reuse Workshops and Public Hearing The Metropolitan Council Environment Services Division (MCES)will hold two workshops and a public hearing related to proposed amendments to the Water Resource Policy Plan, and will accept comments on these amendments. The proposed amendments follow work by a recent Wastewater Reuse Policy Task Force that reviewed regional wastewater reuse policies and made recommendations for potential regional/local partnerships for 20 of 31 http://www.metrocitiesmn.org/index.asp?Type=B BASIC&SEC=%7b3738C3AO-1B97-4... 2/12/2018 Current/Archived Newsletters - Metro Cities Page 3 of 9 wastewater reuse. The task force,which included city officials, reached agreement on several policy considerations but did not find consensus on the use of wastewater fees to support reuse opportunities. Two of the three amendment options for the Water Resources Policy Plan include a regional cost share (use of wastewater fee) using specific criteria. To view the proposed amendments, click To view a previous newsletter article on these amendments, click � To view the Wastewater Reuse Policy Task Force Report, click ,i, ; To view the Water Resource Policy Plan, click Two workshops will be held: Tuesday February 27th, Inver Grove Heights Community Center, 8055 Barbara Avenue East, Inver Grove Heights, from 1-3 pm Thursday March 1st, Brooklyn Park Library, 8500 Broadway Avenue, Brooklyn Park from 2-4 pm The public hearing will be held as follows: Metropolitan Council 390 Robert Street North Saint Paul, MN, Room LLA Tuesday, March 13, 2018 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM Metro Cities will submit formal comments that will be included in a future newsletter. Members are encouraged to attend a workshop and provide comments at the public hearing. Comments will be accepted through March 23, 2018. Comments can also be submitted in the methods below: - Send written comments to: Tim O'Donnell at Metropolitan Council Environmental Services, 390 Robert St. N., St. Paul, MN 55101-1805 - Fax comments to: Tim O'Donnell at 651- 602-1477 - Record comments on: Metropolitan Council Public Comment Line at 651-602- 1500 - E-mail comments to: -Send TTY comments to 651-291-0904. 21 of 31 h4://www.metrocitiesmn.org/index.asp?Type=B_BASIC&SEC=%7b3738C3AO-1 B97-4... 2/12/2018 Current/Archived Newsletters -Metro Cities Page 4 of 9 MnDOT Releases Tolling Feasibility Study The MN Department of Transportation (MnDOT) recently released a Tolling Study Report. The purpose of the study was to examine the feasibility of toll roads in Minnesota. The study resulted from 2017 legislation directing MnDOT to examine practices in other states and conduct an analysis. decision by the Metropolitan Council to change its civil construction bid policy. The Council had informed the Commission that the policy changes were made to conform with new federal regulations and meant to avoid organizational conflicts of interest. The changes resulted in 36 contractor and subcontractor firms that were part of design consulting work being ineligible to bid on the construction phase of the SWLRT project. The Council provided a letter indicating they will make these decisions separate from other solicitations and would further define and clarify future design and 22 of 31 http://www.metrocitiesmn.org/index.asp?Type=B BASIC&SEC=%7b3738C3AO-lB97-4... 2/12/2018 Current/Archived Newsletters-Metro Cities Page 5 of 9 engineering solicitations to confine any conflict of interest restrictions to the work performed by individual contractors and subcontractors. The resolution recommends that the Council rescind the disqualification of the 36 firms, evaluate the conflicts of interest of these firms, and reconsider their conflict of interest policy. To view the commission resolution, click . To view Metropolitan Council's response, click i . The second resolution relates to the Calhoun Isles Condominium Association building and a request by its association to the Metropolitan Council to conduct a vibration study to determine the impacts of the construction and operation of the SWLRT. In a letter submitted to the Legislature, the Council stated that it has been in consultation with the association and will continue to work with them on the scope of a study to be conducted in March and April of 2018. The resolution recommends that the Council have a third party conduct a study on vibrations caused by the project, as well to determine what mitigation measures could be taken to protect the structure during construction and operation of the line. To view the commission resolution, click , . To view the Council's response, click t ;1 The Commission also heard testimony from several individuals and organizations, including Metro Cities, on the governance of the Council. The Commission heard from the Citizens' League, Metro Cities, U of M Law Professor Myron Orfield, the Center for the American Experiment and representatives from suburban counties. Commission members asked questions of testifiers following presentations. The Commission reviews, monitors, and makes any recommendations on the Metropolitan Council's budget and functions. Commission Chair Senator Eric Pratt indicated that he wanted to have governance ideas on the table for consideration prior to the start of the legislative session that begins on February 20th. Questions?Contact Patricia Nauman at 23 of 31 http://www.metrocitiesmn.org/index.asp?Type=B_BASIC&SEC=%7b3738C3AO-1 B97-4... 2/12/2018 Current/Archived Newsletters-Metro Cities Page 6 of 9 651-215-4002 or ,, i i i�,N ,,r: , etrocitiesmn.orci. Metropolitan Council Work Group Continues Review of Regional Growth Strategy A newly formed Metropolitan Council Regional Growth Strategy Work Group met this week, and discussed changing development patterns in the Twin Cities. The work group was created to serve as a forum for the Council to consider long term regional trends and impacts on regional systems from a cross-divisional perspective, and to provide feedback on what information might be useful to the Council and its standing committees in developing regional growth strategies. The group discussed a range of issues at the intersection of development patterns, market demand, and local and regional policy. Council staff discussed how development is market driven, yet affected by policy. Council policies that guide growth include land use and density policies, wastewater and transportation infrastructure, coordination of local comprehensive plans and Livable Communities program funding. The work group discussed previous and current development trends as well as future planning considerations. Staff explained how changes to land use can be tracked through comprehensive plan amendments. Staff noted that most amendments have been from communities with suburban community designations (suburban, suburban edge and emerging suburban edge), recognizing changes in development patterns since the last comp plan updates in 2008. Future trends discussed predict more growth in older suburbs, a need for smaller housing units for an older population (more older adults and households), the need for more multifamily housing units and locations with amenities(transit, retail, lakes and rivers, and accessibility). The discussion at the work group will inform a March Committee of the Whole presentation. Metro Cities will continue to monitor these discussions and provide 24 of 31 http://www.metrocitiesmn.org/index.asp?Type=B BASIC&SEC=%7b3738C3AO-1B97-4... 2/12/2018 Current/Archived Newsletters -Metro Cities Page 7 of 9 updates via the newsletter. Comprehensive Plans and Preliminary Reviews Local comprehensive plans are due to the Metropolitan Council at the end of 2018. In preparing for submissions, cities may submit a local comprehensive plan to the Metropolitan Council for a preliminary review. This review is optional, but encouraged by Council staff as preliminary reviews can identify potential and allow for an opportunity for the Council and community to work together prior to the formal review to resolve any potential issues. Plans may be submitted for a preliminary review until September 30, 2018. Please see Review basics and information on Council staff contacts. Metro Cities' policies recognize the Metropolitan Council's review and comment role for comprehensive plans, and support the cooperative and timely resolution between the Council and local communities on any outstanding issues. Metro Cities recently emphasized with Metropolitan Council staff the importance of clarity on preliminary review feedback on issues in local plans that may result in non- conformance with regional plans versus advisory comments on plans that do not require action by the local community. Questions? Please contact Patricia Nauman at 651-215-4002 or .agicia(cumetrocitiesmn.w- Comprehensive Plans: Plan It Podcasts and Updates The Metropolitan Council's Podcast Training Program on Comprehensive Plan Updates, Planit, has two new episodes that may be of interest to metro officials. discusses partnering with Colleges and Universities, providing examples of local governments and agencies connecting with students and higher education communities. 1 i explores the connection between transportation planning and planning for equity. The Planit podcast series features monthly episodes on a variety of topics that are not 25 of 31 http://www.metrocitiesmn.org/index.asp?Type=B BASIC&SEC=%7b3738C3AO-lB97-4... 2/12/2018 Current/Archived Newsletters -Metro Cities Page 8 of 9 required elements of a comprehensive plan through conversations with planning experts and professions outside of the Met Council. For more information and planning resources, including newly published Local Planning Handbook Resources, check out the Planit website EVENT: Register for Economic Development Day at the Capitol City officials are encouraged to attend Economic Development Day at the Capitol on Wednesday, March 7. Metro Cities, the Economic Development Association of Minnesota (EDAM), the Minnesota Association of Professional County Economic Developers(MAPCED), Small Business Development Centers (SBDC) and Minnesota Brownfields have partnered on this year's event. Attendees will have the opportunity to visit with state lawmakers and legislative leadership and with others in the economic development field. The event begins at 9:00 a.m. and there is no cost attend. Registration information is available Save the Date for the Metro Cities Annual Meetingl Mark your calendars and save the date for the Metro Cities Annual Meeting! This year's event will be held on Thursday, April 19th at the Como Park Zoo and Conservatory in their Bullard Rainforest Auditorium. The evening will again start off with a social hour, followed by a guest speaker, and will wrap up with a brief(but important!) business meeting to elect members and officers to the Board of Directors.All member city staff and elected officials are welcome and encouraged to attend! More information and details to come. Questions? Contact Kimberly at 651-215- 4000 or kimberWmetrocitiesmn.or�,. 26 of 31 http://www.metrocitiesmn.org/index.asp?Type=B_BASIC&SEC=%7b3738C3AO-1 B97-4... 2/12/2018 Current/Archived Newsletters-Metro Cities Page 9 of 9 Metro Cities News is emailed periodically to all Metro Cities member mayors, councilmembers, city managers and administrators to keep officials abreast of important metro city issues. This information is also intended to be shared with city staff. 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Installing solar can reduce utility bills, minimize environmental impacts, demonstrate leadership to the community, and provide a unique learning opportunity for residents and students. Solar Possible,a new Clean Energy Resource Teams(CERTs)initiative, is a bulk buy effort aimed at enabling state agencies, local governments and schools to utilize solar for their own facilities. Collaborative procurement is an effective approach to reduce barriers, learn together, and drive projects to successful completion. This initial effort will be geared toward jurisdictions in Xcel Energy territory. What: Solar Possible Kick-Off Event Where: Falcon Heights City Hall-2077 Larpenteur Avenue W_, Falcon Heights When: March 14, 2018; 9:00-11:00am Registration: Register Here or Call,""','"." Attendees will learn more about the opportunity being proposed; how to participate; expected benefits and challenges; and next steps for interested local governments and schools. We hope you will join us to learn more about this exciting opportunity. Register online or call 612-625-9634. Regards, Peter Peter Lindstrom Local Government Outreach Coordinator Clean Energy Resource Teams(CERTs) University of Minnesota Regional Sustainable Development Partnerships 612-625-9634(office)651-324-4831 (cell). Twitter: l ndstrom i 28 of 31 i February 1, 2018 The Honorable Mary McComber Mayor of the City of Oak Park Heights 14168 Oak Park Blvd N Oak Park Heights, MN 55082 Re:Meeting with Valley Branch Watershed District Dear Mayor McComber: Part or all of your community lies within the Valley Branch Watershed District. Over the next several months,the Board of Managers is offering to meet with your community's council, planning commission, or other appropriate citizen commission to provide a 10-15 minute presentation and opportunity for discussion. Potential topics include watershed districts,the Valley Branch Watershed District Board's vision and missions, Valley Branch Watershed District activities within your community, and/or a topic of your community's interest. Please respond to our administrator, John Hanson, at jhansonAbarr.com if you would like a Valley Branch Watershed District Manager to attend one of your community meetings. Please indicate any topics that you'd like covered, the entity you'd like addressed(e.g., council,planning commission, etc.), and the meeting schedule (e.g., first Monday of the month at 7 p.m.). We will begin to schedule meetings once the Managers understand how many communities would like a presentation. Sincerely, Jill ucas Board of Managers President Valley Branch Watershed District '\aJILL LUCAS • LINCOLN FETCHER • ANTHONY HAIDER • EDWARD MARCHAN • DAVID SEWELL VALLEY BRANCH WATERSHED DISTRICT•P.O.BOX 838• LAKE ELMO,MINNESOTA 55042-0538 290 www.vbwd.org Am- AW NIL- City Leaders` Infrastructure Principles 1. Sustainable Investment: Together, cities and our federal partners must address the existing core infrastructure backlog, reestablish long--term funding and use new technologies that will serve America's cries for the next 100 years. z. Locally-Driven Projects: Local leaders, from cities large and small, are best positioned to identify where infrastructure needs are greatest and should be given a stronger voice in how limited federal dollars are invested. 3. Federal-Local Partnerships: Cities are already paying their fair share and need a sturdy federal partner to fund existing national programs and make significant capital investments for the long-term benefit of the economy. 4. Ezpand Revenue Tools: Cities should be given more flexibility to raise revenues and use innovative financing techniques while protecting existing tools, such as tax-exempt bands, to drive regional investments that tie into the national network. S. Rebuild and Reimzgine: Cities are leading the way in building intermodal, sustainable and interconnected infrastructure networks that support a modern economy. Congress must invest in cities' vision to rebuild and reirnaginre America's infrastructure. Eric Johnson From: Mary Mccomber <marymccomber@aol.com> Sent: Friday, February 16, 201811:02 AM To: Eric Johnson Subject: Fwd: [mayorassoc] Space at LMC For weekly notes ---Original Message---- From: Fischer, Luke<Ifischer@lmc.org> To: Mayor's Association <mayorassoc@listserv.lmc.org> Sent: Fri, Feb 16, 2018 10:57 am Subject: [mayorassoc]Space at LMC Hello! For city officials who visit our League of Minnesota Cities building in St. Paul,the League has designed a new personal workspace with cubicles adjoined by small lounge and conference room to make it easier for you to relax or to conduct city business remotely.We invite you to use these new facilities while you are on a break from meetings at the Capitol during the legislative session, or while attending a meeting at the League. The lounge and conference space, called the Split Rock Collaborative Space, and the workplace cubicles are open during regular League building hours of 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday, and you can see photos of the space by checking-out this blog post. As always,you have access to free parking and free WIN while visiting the League. Our parking lot is located on the west side of the building, and can be accessed from both University Avenue and Sherburne Avenue. We encourage you to stop-by and check-out these new features. If you have questions, please feel free to call me or check-in with the receptionists at the front desk when you are on-site. Luke Luke Fischer I Deputy Director Tel: (651)281-1279 1 Fax: (651)215-4105 1 Cell: 952-292-9258 Ifischema-Imc.org I @LukeMNCities I www.imc.ore League of Minnesota Cities 1 145 University Ave. West I St. Paul, MN 55103 Connecting&Innovating since 191; You are currently subscribed to mayorassoc as: marymccomber@aol.com To unsubscribe send a blank email to leave-301702- 121116.6fbb700977el6ee0d72ee7c068d21a57@listserv.lmc.or 1 31 of 31