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weekly notes - March 29th 2019
91 CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS—W OTES for: arch 29th,2019 TO: City Council Membe &St FROM: Eric Johnson,City A minist Zoning and Development Items: 1. Staff did meet with possible developers of several 'es:The Ruby esday site—possibly tearing it down and building a Raisin Cain's; the Taco Bell ownership regarding a complete fagade n with Central Automotive about a new building just south of Holiday Gas Station.(no enclosure) Other Items 1 have enclosed a copy of the communication to be sent to MNDOT Commissioner Kelliher regarding Lookout Trail, this is being routed around for signatures. 0 As requested by the Council,enclosed is a communication to the BCWD informing them of the creation of the City's Liaison position. • NOAA has provided an updated FLOOD PREDICTION data set—See the enclosed report from Doug Berland of Washington County.The City's Emergency Declaration resolution has been supplied to partnering entities. • The City has approved the continued POND MAINTENANCE Agreement with Lake Management Inc.- This keeps the green murkiness away... ROL-r-) • The City has placed a'notice'of Property Values Appeals—THE OPEN BOOK PROCESS—in the Stillwater Gazette and posted the general documentation. Enclosed is a copy of the notice. In your mailboxes at City Hall is the 2019 Assessment Report which outlines changes in property values and land transactions. It can also be found here: httos://washinaton.minnesotaassessors.comMorms php • NORELL AVE Project:The City's hired lobbyist has been successful in scheduling a meeting with Sen. Senjem for April 8th, 2019 to discuss the City's Norell Ave. project and which may be helpful to understand if the Senate will consider a bonding bill of some form. On a related note,the Quit Claim Deeds for the land exchange between the City and Ridgecrest Development have been completed and recorded. Lastly on this topic...the Mayor provided the enclosed MN HOUSE of REPRESENTATIVES—report- Bonding Division Members dated 3/28/19.Their bonding/project target is apparently$845 million. Mayor McComber provided: 1. NLC Weekly for March 26th,2019 2. MAOSC Update for March 25th,2019 3. METRO CITIES news for March 22nd,2019 4. NLC Weekly for March 23rd,2019 5. March 27th Update from Rep.Shelly Christensen 6. Chamber of Commerce—Toast and Topics for 4/24/19 Please let me know If you have any questions-651.253-7837 Call Anytime. 1 of 60 i r City of Oak Park Heights 14168 Oak Park Blvd. N•Oak Park Heights,MN 55082•Phone(651)439-4439•Fax(651)439-0574 March 28th,2019 Margaret Anderson Kelliher,Commissioner Minnesota Department of Transportation Transportation Building 395 John Ireland Blvd--Mailstop 100 St.Paul,MN 55155-1899 RE: Request for Reconstruction of Lookout Trail. Dear Commissioner Kelliher, The City Council of City of Oak Park Heights would like to bring to your attention the condition of a MNDOT roadway located in our City entitled Lookout Trail. (See the enclosed location map). This State owned and operated roadway is in a dreadful and patently unsafe condition and is in need of immediate reconstruction. Not only does Lookout Trail serve local traffic,but is also the primary means of accessing the St. Croix River Bridge Historic/Scenic Overlook. Local motorists, school buses, and even pedestrians walking to the State owned and operated Overlook all must navigate this roadway with extreme caution or they will severely damage their vehicles or injure themselves on the failing surfaces.A cursory look at the enclosed images demonstrates these issues.While MNDOT has recently placed some cold-patch,there still are massive craters,crumbing curbs and failed drainage systems on this roadway-all of which will continue to worsen. We of course understand and appreciate that there are always many roadway funding needs, however this roadway has abjectly failed and we would ask that MNDOT take immediate and emergency steps to reconstruct this roadway in 2019. To possibly aid in this effort and to remove this long-term roadway burden from the State, our City has communicated to MNDOT Staff about the creation of a Memorandum of Understanding where the City would be willing to assume this roadway from the State, if and when complete funds are allocated to reconstruct this roadway and add a needed trail way. We hope such an MOU possibility and funding can achieved and perhaps is a matter your office could support and provide further assistancc to get a project moving forward. We very much appreciate you taking the time to review and consider the matters we present.Please let us know if you have any questions. Very Kind Regard , Co it Member Carly Johnson Mayor Mary cComber Co unc Member Mike Liljegren Council Memb ougherty Council iltnb er Mike Runk 2 of 60 innn . ........�® nni. ................... • "," 11 77 Stun de4p uJMnlin, iiii M � Pon-Sunnyside Club F Soenle Overlook b� c?o myw�rr�mi� ns i �r f a ?K1" 3 of 60 r - i l z w U` w • �a� ..,ivy,.., a�. City of Oak Park Heights Page 1 of 1 14168 Oak Park Blvd. N•Oak Park Heights,MN 55082•Phone(651)439-4439•Fax(651)439-0574 MARCH 27TH,2019 To Ms. Karen Kill,Administrator Brown's Creek Watershed District ***Via email only: KKII(a)mnwcd.ora'*" From: Eric Johnson,City Administrator City of Oak Park Heights RE: City Council Liaison Position Dear Karen: As the BCWD is exploring possible updates to its rules and perhaps how it may engage other public entities,the City has similarly thought about how it might inter-relate with the BCWD. Accordingly, in parallel to BCWD assignment of a BCWD Commissioner to various communities,the City has created a CITY COUNCIL MEMBER LIASION position to the BCWD that is designated to regularly represent the City at the BCWD Meetings.We hope that such position may begin to foster some better understanding of policy impacts. Oak Park Heights has a number of these liaison positions,such as to the local cable commission,the MSCWMO,the local Convention and Visitor's Bureau and a few other local entities. We have found these to be valuable interfaces to address joint concerns. The City does recognize that our created position is not a voting member of the BWCD nor has any inherent standing in the BCWD decision making process;we do however hope that BCWD Board of Commissioners would seek input from such City representative with some regular occasion and view it as a valuable "ex-officio" member. For your understanding,our Liaison is generally tasked to: • Attend all BCWD meetings. • Relate City policy positions to the BCWD Board of Managers. • Report back to City Council of BCWD matters and/or that may relate lands in the City. • City Staff would remain the entity responsible to communicate with BCWD Staff. Consistent with the foregoing, Council Member Carly Johnson has agreed to serve in this initial role for 2019 with Council Member Runk being the "alternate". These assignments are updated annually similar to other City liaison positions.But at least both will be familiar faces to you and the Board. If you would please add both names to any publicly available email distribution lists: Council Member Carly Johnson - cjohnson@cityofoakparkheights.com Council Member Mike Runk - mjrunk@comcast.net Of course, please let me know if you have any questions. Kindregards 441— Eric Johnson City Administrator 5 of 60 'N Washington County Sheriff's Office Emergency Management Ltngton ,., -0 County 2019 Flood Event Subject: WASHINGTON COUNTY EM - SIT REP #4a Reporting Period: 3/22/19 - 3/27/19 (new information in red) SitRep#3 has the last total summary of information. This report has most of the information from the last week removed for space purposes. There is a quick summary provided where appropriate along with information new to this timeframe. Background/Current Situation Weather conditions had been setting up for a higher than average spring flood potential. High water levels in the fall, deep frost, high soil water content, and a high snow pack statewide have led to a higher than average probability of flooding this spring, possibly into June. Based on information being received from the National Weather Service website, we are anticipating riverine flooding this spring and are taking steps to prepare. *River Forecast Update: The current forecast data from the National Weather Service (NWS) shows the following projected river crests: St. Croix River— Crest at 88.5 between 3/31 —4/2 Mississippi River at Hastings— Crest at between 4/2—4/4 This information is based on current NWS data and is subject to change. Operations Section Chief Washington County Summary SAND AND SAND BAGGING - PREPARATION • The county will not be giving out or selling sand or sand bags to individuals (residents or otherwise). Residents have been and will be directed to their local jurisdictions or to stores that may sell the supplies they are looking for. • The county is prepared, at the request of the city/township, to bulk deliver sand and/or sand bags to a location identified by the city/township. SAND AND SAND BAGGING —OPERATIONS For Official Use Only ( FOUL) " Page 1 1 13 6 of 60 • Washington County Sentenced to Serve crews put together the following sandbags between March 131 and March 21St o City of Stillwater: 6,600 o City of Oakdale: 360 o Washington County Public Works North Shop: 800 • The STS crew also assembled a fence on the south end of downtown Stillwater that runs along the road between the Freight House and river extending to the Lift Bridge during that same timeframe. OTHER EQUIPMENT • Stillwater requested a portable message board through the WC EOC on 3/22. WC Public Works delivered the sign on 3/25 as requested. ROADWAY IMPACTS -STATE • None at this time. ROADWAY IMPACTS—COUNTY AND CITY As of 3/26/19: • Roads that had water on it, but are now dry: o County Road 71 at 60th Street; SW corner o County Road 50 (Keystone Ave)just North of 10211 Street • There continues to be water on the following roads: o County Road 21 South of Valley Creek o County Road 4 (Ostrum Trail)from railroad tunnel to Broadway • An area to continue to watch is: o McKusick Road (CR 64) • County Road 10 (Goose Lake area) in Lake Elmo(E of Inwood Avenue and W of Keats Ave) is being pumped 24/7 to keep the water level below the roadway. This pumping began 3/23/19 and so far has been successful. The culvert underneath the roadway has held up well so far. • The "Iron Bridge" on Grey Cloud Trail South closed 3/24 due to debris. A residential dock floated into the side of the bridge creating an unsafe situation and the bridge was closed. This road is one of two vehicle accesses to a residentially inhabited lower island (City of Cottage Grove and Grey Cloud Island Township). • Some local city streets are impacted as well. o Some local roads in Bayport are closed. This occurs due to a high water table near the St. Croix River. For Official Use Only - Page 2113 7 of 60 ''- Washington County Sheriffs Office Was ^ - Emergency Management ROAD WEIGHT RESTRICTIONS ► There is no new information regarding the lifting of spring road restrictions for vehicles such as sand delivery trucks. HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE • WCPHE held an emergency collection event for the residents of the River Acres Neighborhood in Cottage Grove on 3/25/19. They are expecting high water and possible flooding. Twenty-seven homes are in the neighborhood, 15 residents utilized this service. Planning Section Chief Washington County Summary SHARED INFORMATION PLATFORMS • Washington County Emergency Management has set up a shared folder structure within BoldPlanning for local flood-related document sharing. • WebEOC is being utilized for communication with the State. VOLUNTEERS • Community Thread will be the organization recruiting volunteers for the communities through the county EOC. • Stillwater requested (through Community Thread) additional volunteers for 3/27 and 3/28 for sandbagging and volunteers for 3/26, 3/27, and 3/28 for berm building. The berm building crews will assist Stillwater Public Works in laying poly and placing filled sandbags on the berm. SHELTERING—RED CROSS • Washington County EM has spoken with American Red Cross(ARC) regarding potential shelter locations should evacuations occur. They have identified a potential shelter for the Grey Cloud Island Township area. An ARC representative met with the pastor and they are willing to help. Shelters in the Lakeland/Afton and Stillwater area are being confirmed as well. For Official Use Only ( FOUO ) Pad 3 1 13 8 of 60 WASHINGTON COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH • Washington County Public Health and Environment Department has put together two situation reports, the last one dated 3/22/19. Advanced public notification is their primary objective currently. Their Department Operations Center(DOC) is not currently active. WASHINGTON COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS • WC Public Works will be leasing emergency equipment(a pump) due to the flooding as their 3" pump broke down. COMMUNICATIONS • WC Emergency Management Director Doug Berglund has been participating in daily calls with county public works and county department deputy directors and directors (optional)to provide verbal situational updates. WASHINGTON COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE ■ The Sheriff's Office UAV was flown at the following locations between 3/21/19 and 3/25/19. Pictures and video was taken for situational awareness. o Goose Lake/Highway 10 (10' Street)—Lake Elmo o Grey Cloud Island Bridges (Cottage Grove/GCIT area) o St. Mary's Point o Lake St. Croix Beach o Newport levee area • WCSO will be assisting Stillwater Police Department with flood security operations starting 3/27/19. • WCSO will be increasing security in Newport with additional patrol vehicles due to high water levels starting 3/28/19. • WCSO is working with the City of Bayport to determine what level of support they may need for Law Enforcement in the near future. Logistics Section Chief Washington County Summary • Washington County Emergency Management is working with Hennepin County to utilize a 4 chute sandbagging machine in Stillwater. Update: The equipment did not work as needed and was not utilized. The machine was picked up by Hennepin County. • Lake St. Croix Beach picked up 7 road barricades from the City of Hugo. They will be used to close roadways if or when it is needed due to high water levels. Public Information/Outreach Washington County Summary For Official Use: , �� Iy - Page 4113 9 of 60 Washington County Sheriff's Office Wa.�Wngtmu Emergency Management County Information has been shared with the public primarily through the Washington County website, the Washington County Facebook page, the Washington County Sheriff's Office Facebook and Twitter accounts. • WCPHE Department posted information on their Facebook and on the County Facebook page regarding preparing a home before a flood by moving HHW out of the basement. WCSO Facebook page shared this post on 3/22/19. The post was shared 6 times and reached 2,612 people. • A post on the WC Sheriffs Office Facebook page (3/23/19)was shared 22 times and reached 6,306 people. It showed the NWS river gauge for the St. Croix River and identified that a "slow no wake" is enacted until further notice given the river level exceeding 683 ft. • A Facebook post regarding flood precautions for private water wells was shared on the WC Sheriff's Office Facebook page from the Washington County Facebook page on 3/26/19. The post was shared five times from the WCSO Facebook page with a reach of 2,863 people. • A CodeRED message was sent to residents on a residential island in the Mississippi River regarding a neighborhood flood informational meeting. • Local communities have also utilized flyers to target specific neighborhoods for flood informational purposes. Washington County Call Center Washington County Summary The Call Center has not been activated as of 3/27/19 as the call volume has not reached an activation threshold. Call number: N/A Call data: N/A Call Data No new information. National Weather Service Weather/River Levels For Official Use Only ( 'FOLIO ) Page 5 1 13 10 of 60 The graphs on the next page provide information from the National Weather Service website as of 3/27/19. St. Croix River at Stillwater ST CROIX RIVER . Universal Tome(UTC) 15Z 15Z 15Z 1 FZ 15Z 15Z 1 F.7 15Z 15Z 15Z 15Z 1 L7 15Z Mar 22 Mar 23 filar 24 Mar 25 Mar 26 Mar 27 Mar 28 Mar 29 filar 30 Mar 31 Apr 1 Apr 2 Apr 3 93 92 Latest observed value. 89.93 R at 9:15 AM CDT 27-Mar-2019. Flood Stage Is 87 fit. 91 _. Major: �9 ro, IIA, t 88 - -Mudrzote 88 Q, IMP 4 87 1 86.53 it c 26 M ; 83 - 82 - 81 - 80 3 628180 10am 10am 106 10am 10am Ham 10am Hom 1L"Jam 10am 10am 10am 100m Fri salt Sun Mon Tue Vlt'd Thu Fri Sat Sun Mcn Tu E- :'fed Mar 22 Fear 23 Mar 24 Mar 25 Filar 26 Mar 27 Mar 28 Mar 29 Mar 30 Mar 31 Apr 1 Apr 2 Apr 3 Site Time(CDT) ---- Graph Created(It GOA N Mar 27;2019) —*—Observed—e—Forecast(issued 9;38AM Mw 27) FTL145(plotting HGIRG)"Gage 6" C:atum: 600' Observations courtesy of USCOE and USGS(05341550) For Official Use Only Page 6 13 11 of 60 0 Washington County Sheriff's Office ce WasWngtm Emergency Management �,, County Mississippi River at St. Paul MISSISSIPPI RIVER AT ST PAUL universal Time(UTC) 14Z 14Z 14Z 14Z 14Z 14Z 14Z 14Z 14Z 14Z 14Z 14Z 14Z Mar 22 Mar 23 Mar 24 Mar 25 Mar 26 Mar 27 Mar 28 Mar 29 Mar 31, Mar 31 Apr 1 Apr 2 Apr 3 24 _ .— !_ 152.0 23 „ Latest observed value: 18.47 ft at 9:00 AM «. 142,0 CDT 37-Mar-2019 Flood 8ta8e Is 14 ft 6Mw, 2= i i 13� C 21 124 0 202 fa ft - ■ 114.0 1"w 18 .._._ 106.Ca �, 1� _.. ..gym^r--r-•rr---T�-_ ---rr-n�- 98.3 l. ar i� co 17 91. 1 9,.2 1# 73.1 13 stia-1 1= 61.2 11 35,4 10 49.6 gam gam gram gam 9am Gam 9am 9am 9am gam gam gam Gam Fn Sat Sun Mon Tue Vikd Thu Fri sat Gun Mon Tue Wed Mar 22 Mar 23 Mar 24 Mar 25 Mar 26 Mar 27 Mar 28 Mar 29 Mar 30 Mar 31 Apr 1 rpr 2 Apr 3 We Time(CDI) Graph Created(145AN Mar27,2419) Observed—s—Forecast(issued 11_1113M Mar 26) STPM-r<plotting HGIRG) "Gage 0" Datum: 683.77'1 Observations courteve of USGS(05331000) For Official Use Only ( FOUO ) Page 7 113 12 of 60 Mississippi River At Hastings—tock and Dam 2 Tadwater Universal Time(UTC) 14Z 14Z 14Z 14Z 14Z 14Z 14Z 14Z 14Z 14Z 14Z 14Z 14Z Mar 22 Mar 23 Mar 24 Mar 25 Mar 26 Mar 27 Mar 28 Mar 29 Mar 30 Mar 1 Apr 1 Apr Z Apr 24 - 23 Latest observed value: IS ft at S:30AM CDT . . . 27-Mor-2019. Flood Stage Is 1S ft 20 19.7 ft 19- 18 9 18 - 1.7 fy ILL 16- or ~ 15 14- 13 rll '1 12 ; I,. 10 gam 9am 9am gam {-am Gam uam Gane gam 9am 9am ft�m 9am Fn Sat Sun Mon 'ILe Vied Thu Fri SEA Sun Mon Tue Vied Har 22 Mar 21 Mar 24 Mar 25 talar w6 Mylar 2- Mar 28 Mai-29 Mar 30 Mar 31 arr.1 Apr 2 Apr 3 Site Time(DDT) -- Graph Crested(9[45AMMar27,2M9) --e—Observed --a—Forecast(lamed 6:11PIi11Asr28) HSTMS(plotting HTIRG)"Gage Co" Datum 670-651 1 Observations tourtesV of US Army COE and USGS WATCHES AND WARNINGS FROM THE NWS Issued 3/19/19: FLOOD WARNING for Denmark Township and Hastings Area from Saturday nioht until further notice. At 10:30 AM Tuesday the stage was 8.2 feet. Moderate flooding is forecast. Flood stage is 15.0 feet. Forecast—rise above flood stage this weekend and continue to rise to moderate flood stage by early next week. Additional rises are possible thereafter. Impact at 19.0 feet—flood waters begin to affect eastern portions of Hastings. Issued 3/19/19: FLOOD WARNING for Mississippi River at St. Paul (this includes Newport, St. Paul Park, Grey Cloud Island Township, and Cottage Grove)from Sunday afternoon until further notice. At 10:00 AM Tuesday the stage was 6.4 feet. Moderate flooding is forecast. Flood stage is 14.0 feet. Forecast—rise above flood stage this weekend and continue to rise to moderate flood stage by early next week. Additional rises are possible thereafter. ror Official Use ;any 813 13 of 60 Washington County Sheriff's Office W6NtlmEmergency Management ,, `,a ..�County FLOOD WARNING initially issued for the St. Croix River at Stillwater on 3/24/19. NWS Alert Issued 3/27/19: FLOOD WARNING for the St. Croix River at Stillwater(the identified area is from Stillwater Township down to Denmark Township as it follows the St. Croix River). The Flood Warning continues from Wednesday morning until further notice. At 9:15 AM Wednesday the stage was 86.9 feet. Moderate flooding is forecast. Flood stage is 87.0 feet. RIVER LEVELS • River flooding may peak on the St. Croix River between March 39s�and April 2nd • River flooding may peak on the Mississippi River between April 2nd and April 41h City of Afton Update Local Summary Protective measures are in place. No new information is available. City of Bayport Update Local Summary Protective measures are in place. • WC Emergency Management Director Doug Berglund attended the Bayport Public Informational Flood Meeting on 3/25/19. The City Council, city staff, and the public was present. • Some local roads are completely underwater and are closed in residential areas of Bayport. This occurs due to a high water table near the St. Croix River. • WCSO is working with the City of Bayport to determine what level of support they may need for Law Enforcement in the near future. For Official Use Onlv ( FOUO ) Page 9 113 14 of 60 City of Cottage Grove Update Local Summary Protective measures are in place. Flood meetings are occurring weekly. The "Iron Bridge" on Grey Cloud Trail South closed 3/24 due to debris. A residential dock floated into the side of the bridge creating an unsafe situation and the bridge was closed. This road is one of two vehicle accesses to a residentially inhabited lower island (City of Cottage Grove and Grey Cloud Island Township). Denmark Township Update Local Summary • No new information. Grey Cloud Island Township Update Local Summary Protective measures are in place. • The "Iron Bridge" on Grey Cloud Trail South closed 3/24 due to debris. A residential dock floated into the side of the bridge creating an unsafe situation and the bridge was closed. This road is one of two vehicle accesses to a residentially inhabited lower island (City of Cottage Grove and Grey Cloud Island Township). City of Lake St. Croix Beach Update Local Summary Protective measures are in place. Seven road barricades were picked up from the City of Hugo and are being stored at Lake St. Croix Beach in case road closures are needed due to high water levels. City of Lakeland Update Local Summary Protective measures are in place. For Official Use Only - Page 10113 15 of 60 C' Washington County Sheriff's Office Wa�Wngtm Emergency Management .-,county City of Lakeland Shores Update Local Summary Protective measures are in place. City of Marine on St. Croix Update Local Summary Protective measures are in place. City of Newport Update Local Summary Protective measures are in place. The City of Newport declared a State of Emergency on 3/21/19. The WCSO will provide additional security starting on 3/28/19. City of Oak Park Heights Local Summary Protective measures are in place. The City of Oak Park Heights has declared a State of Emergency on 3/26/19. For Official Use Only ( FOLIO ) Page 111 13 16 of 60 City of St. Mary's Point Update Local Summary Protective measures are in place. City of St. Paul Park Update Local Summary Protective measures are in place. City of Stillwater Update Local Summary Protective measures are in place. The City of Stillwater declared a State of Emergency on 3/5/19. • Stillwater requested a portable message board through the WC EOC on 3/22. WC Public Works delivered the sign on 3/25 as requested. • WCSO will be assisting Stillwater Police Department with flood security operations starting 3/27/19. SEOC Update State Summary The State Emergency Operations Center is not activated, however an 'event" has been established in WebEOC for counties to provide situational updates or request assistance. Washington County Emergency Management staff has logged in and provided information on a road closure. A request was made by Director Berglund to address a road restriction waiver for Washington County so cities hauling sand for emergency protective measures would be exempt. Request was received but no answer yet. SEOC Operations Section State Summary No updates at this time. For Official Use Only - Page 12113 k 17 of 60 Washington County Sheriff's Office Emergency Management Wa Wngton;.. g Y g County MN Department of Health Agency Summary MDH is maintaining situational awareness of the flooding concerns around the state. At this time, MDH is monitoring both the National Weather Service forecasts and local public health flood responses. The Center for Emergency Preparedness and Response (EPR) is coordinating flood response information and activities across MDH. EPR is sharing information with Homeland Security Emergency Management(HSEM) through WebEOC updates. MDH has not opened its Department Operation Center(DOC). MDH will implement ICS and open its DOC if local response efforts necessitate additional support from MDH or if HSEM opens the State EOC. MN Duty Officer Agency Summary No reports have been received for Washington County with a direct nexus to flooding. MN Department of Commerce Agency Summary N/A For Official Use Only ( FOLIO ) Page 13 113 18 of 60 City of Oak Park Heights Important Information Regarding Property Assessments and Property Taxes NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Oak Park Heights has implemented the OPEN BOOK form of property assessment review and appeals.If you believe the value or classification of your property is incorrect,it is recommended that you first contact the assessor's office to discuss your concerns.The City's Assessor is Washington County and can be reached by contacting: 651-275-7515.Washington County Government Center, 14949 62nd Street North,Assessors Office 3rd Floor, Stillwater,MN 55082.More information can also be found at the website: hos://washington.minnesotaassessors.com/fonns.phr) If you disagree with the valuation or classification, even after discussing it with the Assessor,you may appear before one of four REGIONAL Board of Appeal&Equalization and Open Book Meetings to further appeal these values or classifications. Regional Open Book-Cottage Grove Cottage Grove City Hall, 12800 Ravine Pkwy S Thursday,April 4,2019 5-7pm Regional Open Book-Oakdale Oakdale City Hall, 1584 Hadley Ave N Wednesday,April 10,2019 5-7pm Regional Open Book-Woodbury Woodbury City Hall,8301 Valley Creek Rd Thursday,April 18,2019 5-7pm Regional Open Book-Stillwater Washington County.Govt Center, 14949 62nd St N Wednesday,April 24,2019 2-7pm Given under my hand this 26th day of March,2019 40 City Administrator 19 of 60 I t 04 1 12Y+in �w 7 r n 's _. . a r p .. g N o K u e u' LAKE MANAGEMENT, INC. Minnesota Operations 1040018P Street North Marine on St. Croix,MN 55047 (651)433-3283 Phone Fax# (651)433-5316 Email:infoRYakemanagementinacom PROPOSAL FOR AQUATIC NUISANCE MANAGEMENT PROGRAM 2019 Submitted to: Date: March 2019 Eric Johnson City of Oak Park Heights 14168 Oak Park Blvd N Oak Park Heights,MN 55082 Phone: (651)439-4439 Email: eajohnson@cityofoakparkheights.com Lake Management,Inc.proposes to furnish at its 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 2019 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 fiurnisW,use of equipment and services rendered,payment is to be: Nine Hundred Fifty-Nine and 00/100 Dollars ($959.00) Terms:Net April 30,2019 Note:Our seasonal contract begins approximately May 151 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 Management,Inc.if not accepted within 30 days. ACC ANCE OF PROPOSAL The above pa eat an itio are satisfactory and are accepted. Lake Management, Inc. Is authoriz to co --gement described above. Payment will be made as indica dab r, Signature Dat Representing 21 of 60 Bonding division members given$845 million target as they begin deliberations - Session... Pagel of 2 House MN Mar 28 2019 6:07PM Bonding division members given $845 million target Session Daily Home as they begin deliberations Search Session Daily Search Session Daily 4 By Jonathan Mohr Advanced Search Options Priority Dailies �I Budget forecast:Projected surplus droggby almost$500 million,still tops 81 billion By Mike Cook The state has a$1.05 billion projected budget surplus for �w the upcoming biennium, Minnesota Management and Budget I officials announced Thursday. - a = February 28,2019 w Walz budget would i cruse gas tax emphasize — - education,health care House Photography file photo By Rob Hubbard On Monday,House DFL leaders proposed their 2020-21 budget targets.Those included Education,health care and room fora$1.6 billion package of capital investments in 2019. community prosperity are key targets for funding in the 2020-21 On Thursday,members of the House Capital Investment Division were given a budget biennial budget proposed by Gov.Tim target of about half that. Walz. February 19,2019 Rem Mary Murphy(DFL-Hermantown),the division chair,gave members a spending cap of$845 million as they consider the dozens of projects that have been proposed over the Committee deadlines for 2019 unveiled last few weeks for inclusion in the 2019 bonding bill. By Mike Cook Legislators and the public But,as was apparent during Thursday's meeting,the final shape and size of that bill is officially know the timeline still very much up in the air,as are its chances for eventual approval on the House Floor. for getting bills through the committee process. This year's bonding requests have ranged from hundreds of millions of dollars to February 5,2019 preserve and replace assets at the state's colleges and universities,to$50,000 for an environmental learning center in Lakeville. House committees,schedule and chairs announced for 2019-20 biennium Murphy presented members a handout during the hearing listing those projects and By Jonathan Mohr asked them to spend the weekend choosing those they would most like included in the The framework for the 2019 - - bill.She told them she wanted to learn more about their priorities and has made no legislative session took shape Wednesday as House DFL leaders decisions. announced the committee structure, "I'm giving you a target also,and it's$845 million-up to$845 million,'Murphy said, chairs and the schedule lawmakers will adding that her target differed from the$1.6 billion leadership target to allow for flexibility follow when they reconvene Jan.8,2019. as the division works to finalize the bonding bill before the third committee deadline April November 21,2018 12 Omnibus bills provide framework for the state's biennial budget plan She said the lower amount would leave money for debt service, By Ricky Campbell allow for a reserve fund and also provide options if"people At the beginning of the } who have higher positions than I'tell her something else must state's two-year fiscal cycle, be included. the first year of the legislative session is traditionally a ` "I want to have a little walking-around money,'Murphy said."...I "budget year."It's a lengthy process,but don't want us to get tied into particular amounts of money at it's one that requ... this time because this is our first try.Even I haven't picked 10 absolute projects that have to be in[the bill]no matter what." March 29,2017 22 of 60 https://www.house.leg.state.mn.us/SessionDaily/Story/13849 3/29/2019 Bonding division members given$845 million target as they begin deliberations- Session... Page 2 of 2 Ren.Mary Murohv But Rep.Dean Urdahl(R-Grove City),the division's Republican Social Media Links lead and past capital investment chair,told Murphy her target was likely still too high. Subscribe to Session Jaily Updates. "I'm sure that[$845 million]is going to be too rich for most,if not all,of our caucus right Session Daily News Feed(RSS) now,"Urdahl said."I committed early on that I would work with you,and work with the majority,to get a bill that would get 81 votes,and that is still my goal.' Minnesota House on Twitter Urdahl said there are still members of the Republican caucus questioning the need for a 2019 bonding bill,telling division members$260 million is the typical size of any bonding Tweets by QMNHouseinfo bill in the first year of a fiscal biennium,which has historically not been a bonding year. MNHouselnfo t _ ]House State Government @MNHouselnfo "My desire is to help you do this,"Urdahl said.`But I know it's going to be a much different number when we come to some type of conclusion.' Finance Division—continuing #mnhouse coverage LIVE on HN2 (R-Hanska)said Republican division members would need to talk twff.lyl2vuIH4ci #mnleg about whether they should participate in Murphy's project-ranking process,adding that action on bonding in the Senate this year has been"extremely limited"with no hearings 4 1 held. While I have the utmost respect for you and your work...we on our side of the aisle are in a rather delicate position,I'm sure you understand that;Torkelson said."Because if we actively take part in assembling a large bill that our caucus has no position on,we are,in a way,endorsing the governors position that we really don't endorse.A large bonding bill this year is not something that we feel is appropriate." MNHouselnfo @MNHouse;nfo Murphy said members had heard from people asking for the state's assistance,and it SESSION DAILY:Awareness, was up to them to make"serious decisions"about projects that would help Minnesotans education needed to end mercury In their housing,communities and schools,In eve exposure through skin-lightening g every part of their lives and every part of Minnesota.And we have to deliver something to them-or not,if that is the choice.' Embed iew on Twitter Related Articles March 25,2019 State fairs bonding authority would expand under bill March 21,2019 Minnesota Zoo seeks S25 million for infrastructure exhibit updd... March 12,2019 Monument sought to honor historic voting event in South St.P... March 4,2019 House passes funding change for 8100 million in bonding prof... February 27,2019 State's public TV stations seek$15 million for equipment,infra... February 26,2019 Governor seeks 91.3 billion for capital projects February 13,2019 Preservationists push for additional funds to finish Fort Snellin._ February 5,2019 State's colleges and universities seek more than 5380 million f... January 17,2019 Bonding division learns the state is well within debt-capacity g... i 23 of 60 h4s://www.house.leg.state.mn.us/SessionDaily/Story/13849 3/29/2019 Eric Johnson From: Mary Mccomber <marymccomber@aol.com> Sent: Tuesday, March 26,2019 4:08 PM To: Eric Johnson Subject: Fwd: Federal Advocacy Update:Week of March 26,2019 For weekly notes ----Original Message--- From: National League of Cities <advocacy@nlc.org> To: marymccomber<marymccomber@aol.com> Sent:Tue, Mar 26, 2019 3:46 pm Subject: Federal Advocacy Update: Week of March 26, 2019 If this message is not displaying properly,please view the online vemlon. Federal Advocacy Update - Why The 2020 Budget Debate Indicates More Challenges for Cities - Ending CCC on Top of the Hill - NLC, NATOA Call on FCC to Halt Cable Proposal - Water Infrastructure Bills Introduced In House - NFIP Reauthorization Legislation Introduced - CFBP Initiates Rulemaking Process on PACE Supporting the House Municipal Finance Caucus - New Federal Broadband Educational Resources for Local Officials Available How States and Localities Use Emergency Management Grants Why The 2020 Budget Debate Indicates More Challenges for Cities Michael Wallace 24 of 60 The administration's budget proposal for FY20 begins with a message touting an "unprecedented", two-year economic boom that has, among other things, resulted in the creation of five million new jobs. For the administration, this means now is a good time for Congress to bring federal spending and debt "under control". The president's budget proposes to bring spending and debt under control through drastic cuts to safety net programs, including food stamps, Medicaid and Medicare. The proposal also looks to eliminate programs that expand economic opportunity and mobility, including Community Development Block Grants, Economic Development Grants, Community Services Block Grants, Social Services Block Grants, 21st Century Community Learning Centers, and the Weatherization Assistance Program. For cities, towns, and villages, the 35-day partial government shutdown was a disturbing period of uncertainty that spurred local leaders into action to minimize impacts on vulnerable residents. According to the Congressional Budget Office, the overall economy lost $11 billion during the shutdown. Individual cities have also calculated local economic losses and have adjusted budget and revenue projections accordingly. For more on the President's proposed budget, visit NLC's blog, CitiesSpeak. Ending CCC on Top of the Hill Zachary Gossett, 202.495.2520 During this year's Congressional City Conference, 2,000 local leaders from cities, towns and villages across the country shared best practices in city governance, worked together to develop a National Municipal Policy advocacy platform and urged Congress to work with cities to rebuild and reimagine America's infrastructure. On March 13, NLC ended the conference with our annual Capitol Hill Advocacy Day. In total, over 280 local advocates from 31 states met with over 200 members of Congress and their staff. 2 25 of 60 I E .. f i 40 y During their meetings, participants urged their members of Congress to support an infrastructure package that rebuilds and reimagines America's infrastructure while accounting for our nation's backlogged infrastructure needs. In addition, they asked for Congress to support H.R. 530, the Accelerating Wireless Broadband Development by Empowering Local Communities Act of 2019, which would repeal the FCC's regulations that force local governments to subsidize the deployment of 5G wireless infrastructure with no guarantee of improved service for residents. You can continue our advocacy on this issue from home by sending a letter to your representative urging them to cosponsor this bill. 3 26 of 60 m§ ^ � . . �zi ll Additionally, the localeleC ed officials asked their member O Congress to cosponsor the Water Quality Protection and Job Creation AC (H.R. 1497), Cosponsor the soon to beintroduced InveS|ng |n Our Communities AC, and prevent future federal governmentshU downs. 4 27¥m t I� i d ,f i G 1 Ayr— Throughout the Congressional City Conference and on Capitol Hill Advocacy Day, NLC's message was amplified through social media under the hashtags #RebuildWithUs and #NLCCCC. For additional photos and highlights, follow NLC on Twitter and Facebook. NLC, NATOA Call on FCC to Halt Cable Proposal Angelina Panettied, 202.626.3196 During NLC's Congressional City Conference, leaders from NLC's Information Technology and Communications Federal Advocacy Committee and the National Association of Telecommunications Officers and Advisors (NATOA) met with the new Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Commissioner Geoffrey Starks and several FCC bureaus to advocate for local empowerment in federal communications policies. 5 28 of 60 i F NLC and NATOA urged Commissioner Starks to collaborate with local officials and seek local input as he develops his policy agenda in his new position. NLC and NATOA also sought Starks' assistance in closing a long-open FCC proceeding to update radiofrequency emissions safety standards and provide local officials with updated information and documentation for residents concerned with the safety of wireless equipment. NLC and NATOA also further opposed action on the FCC's proposal to upend the established cable franchising system and preempt state and local authority over cable companies' non-cable services and infrastructure. Both organizations, along with hundreds of communities and public, educational, and governmental (PEG) stations, filed comments in late 2018 opposing the proposal. Water Infrastructure Bills Introduced In House Carolyn Berndt, 202.626.3909 Earlier this month, two bipartisan water infrastructure bills were introduced in the House that advance NLC's Rebuild With Us infrastructure campaign. Together, the bills address the nation's aging water infrastructure and provide communities with additional flexibility in improving their water systems. 6 29 of 60 On March 5, Chair of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, Peter DeFazio (D-OR-4), Chair of the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment, Grace Napolitano (D-CA-32), Representative Don Young (R-AK-24) and Representative John Katko (R-NY-24) introduced the Water Quality Protection and Job Creation Act (H.R. 1497). The bill would reauthorize and increase funding for the Clean Water State Revolving Fund (SRF) program, which is an essential tool for communities to provide clean and safe water for residents and businesses. The bill would also extend the authorization of sewer overflow control grants to enable communities to better manage their wet weather flows and invest in green infrastructure and water and energy efficiency projects. Click here to view NLC's letter of support. Additionally, on March 14, Representatives John Garamendi (D-CA-3), Ken Calvert (R-CA-42) and Rob Woodall (R-GA-7) introduced legislation (H.R. 1764) that would extend the maximum term for National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued under the Clean Water Act from five to 10 years. Current federal law only provides for 5-year NPDES permit terms. Extending the permit term to up to 10 years would better reflect planning and construction schedules for local water and wastewater treatment projects. The longer permit terms would only apply to states and local governments, not private entities. Click here to view NLC's letter of support. NFIP Reauthorization Legislation Introduced Yucel Ors, 202.626.3924 House Financial Services Chairwoman Maxine Waters (D-CA-43) released four discussion drafts of legislation that would reauthorize the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) for five years and make several changes to its operations. The first bill would reauthorize the NFIP through September 30, 2024, and it looks to address a number of affordability issues such as: 1) forgiving the NFIP's debt, 2) creating a 5-year demonstration for means-tested assistance to low-income policyholders, 3) reducing fees and surcharges, 4) revising the NFIP's coverage limits, 5) enabling policyholders to pay premiums in monthly installments, and 6) creating a state revolving loan fund. 30 of 60 The second bill would make several changes to floodplain management and mitigation, such as: 1) raising the amount of funds available under the Increased Cost of Compliance program and expanding the eligible mitigation activities to include the cost of acquisitions, among others; 2) granting the Administrator discretion to consider the extent to which communities are working to remedy problems with repeatedly flooded areas when administering mitigation assistance; 3) granting credits for alternative forms of mitigation, allowing coverage for co-ops and community-based policies; and 4) authorizing any flood plain management activities. The third bill would reauthorize and fund the flood mapping program and provide funding to support flood mapping. It would also make several changes to the mapping program, such as: 1) requiring the most up-to-date technology and more advanced and granular flood maps, 2) improving the process for policyholders and communities to appeal the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) mapping decisions, and 3) creating new flood map zones for levee- impact and agricultural areas. The fourth bill would make numerous changes to the claims process drawing on the lessons learned from Superstorm Sandy. The bill would ensure that policyholders better understand the terms of their flood insurance policies and improve the appeals and litigation process for consumers. NLC is reviewing the draft legislation and we look forward to working with Chairwoman Waters to make sure any reforms that are made to the NFIP will keep flood insurance rates affordable for primary, nonprimary and business properties while balancing the fiscal solvency of the program. We believe the federal government should work with state and local governments, the insurance industry and other stakeholders to develop an incentive-based disaster insurance and mitigation system that would encourage property owners to retrofit existing structures to reduce future losses from natural disasters. We believe the mapping legislation should provide additional resources to FEMA to utilize the best technology and methods available to improve the mapping process, including seeking the input from local government officials prior to approving any flood map that could impact local zoning rules. 8 31 of 60 CFBP Initiates Rulemaking Process on PACE Carolyn Berndt, 202.626.390`1 On March 8, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) issued an Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) Financing. The Bureau is soliciting information to help it better understand the market and unique nature of PACE financing. The Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief and Consumer Protection Act, signed into law in May 2018, requires CFPB to develop rules in consultation with state and local governments that ensure consumers have the ability to pay their residential PACE financing obligations. Comments are due May 7. PACE financing programs are an innovative local government solution to help property owners finance energy efficiency and renewable energy improvements — such as energy efficient HVAC systems, upgraded insulation, new windows, solar installations, etc. — to their homes and businesses. The PACE program removes many of the barriers of energy efficiency and renewable energy retrofits that otherwise exist for residential homeowners and businesses, particularly the high upfront cost of making such an investment and the long-term ability to reap the benefits of cost savings. To date, 36 states plus the District of Columbia have passed laws enabling local governments to develop PACE programs. Residential PACE financing is available in California, Florida and Missouri. According to PACENation, from 2009-2018, residential PACE financing nears $5.2 billion across more than 220,000 homes. Commercial PACE programs, which are not part of the CFPB rulemaking, are active in 20 states plus D.C. CFPB is soliciting information on all aspects of PACE financing, but specifically about current standards and practices in the PACE financing origination process, civil liability, the unique nature of PACE financing and potential implication of regulating PACE financing under the Truth in Lending Act. Supporting the House Municipal Finance Caucus Brian Egan, 202.626.3107 9 32 of 60 The House Municipal Finance Caucus is a bipartisan group in Congress that has served as a support anchor for municipal priorities since 2016. Their efforts and assistance have played an invaluable role in NLC's fight to preserve the tax exemption on municipal bonds and private activity bonds during tax reform last Congress. Undoubtedly, their support is pivotal in our push to reinstate the tax exemption on advance refunding bonds. It is crucial that we have and maintain a strong base of support for municipal bonds on Capitol Hill. Currently, Congressmen Dutch Ruppersberger (D-MD-2) and Steven Stivers (R- OH-15) serve as the Caucus chairs. With the new Congress, however, comes a lot of new faces. Now, we need your support to help continue building a bipartisan membership for the Caucus. Check to see if your member of Congress is already on the Caucus here. If they are, be sure to thank them for their support. If they are not, be sure to tell them that you support the House Municipal Finance Caucus and consider asking them to join their colleagues in serving as a champion for cities, towns and villages on the Caucus. New Federal Broadband Educational Resources for Local Officials Available Angelina Paneftied, 202.626.3196 The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), BroadbandUSA and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) have all announced new online and in- person educational resources for local officials. USDA, as part of its ReConnect rural broadband pilot, has announced two of six anticipated in-person regional technical assistance workshops. The workshops are intended for possible applicants to get information and assistance with the application process and program requirements. The first will be held in Washington, Pennsylvania, April 2-3, 2019, and the next in Welches, Oregon, April 23-24, 2019. Registration is required. BroadbandUSA will host a webinar on April 17 focused on building a cybersecurity workforce. The event will center on the efforts by historically black io 33 of 60 colleges and universities to develop cybersecurity training programs and address workforce shortages. How States and Localities Use Emergency Management Grants Yucel Ors, 202.626 3124 Each year, the National Emergency Management Association (NEMA) and the International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM) issue a report on the return on investment of the Emergency Management Performance Grants (part of the Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agencies suite of grants). The 2019 edition represents the input from 46 states, two territories and 1,042 local emergency management agencies. One of the key data points in the report is the fact that state and local emergency managers respond to thousands of events that were never declared federal disasters. In 2018, there were 23,331 such events. The report also provides data on disaster planning, training, communications and mutual aid agreements. NLC works closely with NEMA and IAEM to make changes to the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act that improves the way the federal government helps localities develop comprehensive disaster preparedness plans, prepare for better intergovernmental coordination before and after a disaster and provide assistance programs to local governments to recover after a disaster. Lastly, FCC's Consumer and Governmental Affairs Bureau announced the availability of a recorded webinar for state and local officials focused on how the FCC can assist state and local governments to prepare for, respond to and recover from major incidents that affect communications systems. mm"LCLRAGW OF CMIS fir You may opt out of email communications from NLC at any time. Update your communication preferences. This message was intended for: marymccomber@aol.com 11 34 of 60 660 North Capitol Street, NW, Suite 450 Washington, DC 20001 Privacy Policy ©2018 NLC, All Rights Reserved Powered by Higher Logic 12 35 of 60 MAOSC Legislative Update—March 25,2019 Second Legislative Deadline The first legislative committee deadline passed earlier this month,and the second deadline arrives on Friday,March 29 requiring bills to clear policy committees in the other chamber.House and Senate spending targets will be announced in the next few days, allowing the tax and finance committees to narrow their spending decisions and put together their omnibus bilis.The deadline for the money bills to pass out of committee is April 12.Spring break April 13-22 will empty the legislative chambers,followed by lengthy daily floor sessions. Walz revises budget proposal With the long-term state and national economic outlook shifting downward since late last year,Gov.Tim Walz presented relatively minor revisions to his initial budget proposal that included reduced spending and a relatively small amount of newly proposed tax revenues.Of particular interest to small cities,the budget revisions do not change his proposal to increase local government aid (LGA)by$30 million to restore 2002 funding levels,or plans to raise the gas tax 20 cents per gallon phased in 5 cents at a time. Changes in the budget proposal include: •Shifting$142 million in unspent health care reinsurance to the general fund. •Reducing net spending increases by$94 million across a variety of areas. • Businesses tax revenue increases by$65 million. •Reducing the original$789 million total unspent amount by$227 million,Walz still leaves$562 million on the bottom line. The unspent total can cushion against projected inflation not included in budget forecasting,help protect against any further downturn in the economic outlook,or provide flexibility in upcoming negotiations between the Governor and the legislature. Overall,the revised budget plan totals$49.35 billion for the coming biennium,$121 million less than originally proposed. httos://www.mprnews.or /story/2019/03/2 /walz-scales-back-budget-plan-after-surplus-shrinks Big Pothole boost for Small Cities Several mayors and other city representatives gathered up large chunks of potholes for a press conference last week focused on the dire situation of deteriorating streets.Organized by the League of Minnesota Cities,MAOSC and other city groups worked together to bring attention to the especially difficult winter this year and the longer term perspective as the overall street systems across the state steadily declines. Small cities received their fair share of attention as Oak Park Heights mayor Mary McComber not only highlighted the specific challenges in her city where the interstate St.Croix River Crossing has triggered massive local costs and traffic burdens,but spoke to the particular needs of all small cities.McComber is president of both MAOSC and the Minnesota Mayors Association.She noted that cities 5,000 and under are not included in the dedicated state funds that are allocated by formula to state,county,larger cities and townships, requiring heavy reliance on local property taxes and burdensome special assessments. "Small cities such as mine cannot continue to keep pace with the outdated and crumbling infrastructure,as well as the many improvements necessary that is so crucial to our local economies,"McComber said."We need a sustainable source of funding." MAOSC favors various possible approaches to provide relief to small cities.Working with LMC,HF 1288(Elkins,DFL-Bloomington) adds a$10 surcharge on license tab fees and motor vehicle title transfers,which raises an estimated$28.5 million in general fund dollars annually for the existing Small Cities Assistance Account and an equal amount for a new Larger Cities Assistance Account to provide funding to the 80 percent of non-MSA streets in those communities with populations over 5,000.A new approach supported by MAOSC is known as the MainStreets bill,which provides stable base funding from reallocation of the highway user tax distribution from the flexible portion of the HUTDF fund. VHF 2174 authored by Rep.Dan Wolgamott(DFL-St.Cloud)and co-authored by designated lead Republican Transportation Rep.Paul Torkelson of Hanska raises an estimated base of$15.6 million a year in base dedicated funding from the dedicated Highway User Tax Distribution Fund(HUTDF)for a minimum of six years,and an equal amount of general funds allocated to the larger cities.The companion bill is SF 2420authored by Sen. Nick Frentz(DFL-Mankato). 36 of 60 The press conference included visuals with portions of potholes brought to the Capitol by the participating city representatives. McComber drew some chuckles when she mentioned that the assignment was almost too challenging because all the chunks of pothole she found were much too big and heavy to pick up and tout to St.Paul,but she succeeded eventually. httr)s:Hminnesota.cbsiocal.com/2019/03/21/small-town-leaders-rally-at-capitol-for-pothole-repair-fundin / Nelson wins 11B special election Hinckley area farmer Nathan Nelson won the state House 11B special election March 19 to keep the seat in the Republican column. MAOSC Board Vice President Tiim Burkhardt of member-city Hinckley was the DFL candidate on the ballot.The silver lining is that Tim can continue serving on the Hinckley City Council,and therefore will stay on our Board of Directors. In February,Jason Rarick(R-Pine City)won a special election to the state Senate seat vacated by Tony Lourey,who became the state's human services commissioner.Accordingly, Rarick's House 11B seat was vacated,triggering the second special election. Deputy Registrars making progress The Senate authorized reimbursements to deputy registrars related to MnLARS implementation problems on a 60-6 floor vote last Wednesday. SF 621(Jasinski R-Owatonna)includes a reimbursement formula,and provides for indemnification from any lawsuit against deputy registrars due to the new system's rollout.The House version-HF 2082(Hansen, DFL-South St.Paul)-is still going through the committee process.It allocates $10 million for deputy registrar reimbursements,and lacks the provision to indemnify deputy registrars from a lawsuit. httos://www.mnsenaterepublicans com/senate-passes-deputy-reeistrars-reimbursement-bill/ Housing Tax Credit needs work Workforce Housing in small cities is a high priority on the MAOSC legislative agenda.Working with the Minnesota Housing Partnership(MHP),our organization formally supports the establishment of a Housing Tax Contribution Fund to provide essential housing by fostering private investment in public-private partnership,and promote community enhancement through this targeted economic development incentive too].SF 404 authored by Sen.Carla Nelson(R-Rochester)allows taxpayers with state income, corporate or insurance premium tax liabilities to receive a dollar-for-dollar tax credit against their state tax liability if they contribute to a state fund geared toward developing or rehabilitating affordable housing. In a Senate Taxes hearing last week,potential supporters signaled that,as proposed,essentially a 100 percent tax credit would be questionable and costly tax policy,and difficult to administer.Compromising on that approach almost certainly will be necessary to achieve passage.At the same time, lawmakers understand that the housing crisis is worsening.The latest report,released by Wilder Research,indicates that homelessness climbed 13 percent in greater Minnesota from 2015-18,compared to 9 percent in the Twin Cities seven county metro area. Total contributions to the new tax credit,as proposed,would be limited to$25 million annually.The legislation has support from more than 60 economic development groups,housing organizations,builders and bankers. Wilder Report: htto://mnhomeless ore/minnesota-homeless-study/homelessness-in-minnesota pho Senate LGA plan triggers debate MAOSC strongly supports Local Government Aid(LGA)formula needs-based adjustments so that the state and all municipal governments can reasonably provide essential services such as streets,water and broadband infrastructure,public safety and city administration in proper balance with local cost burdens paid by property taxes,assessments and fees.Striking that proper formula balance is never easy,and changes large and small are deemed necessary quite frequently. Some fairly big changes have been proposed in four bills offered so far this year,three of which appear to be serious attempts to rebalance needs across the various city classes.The fourth proposal,SF 1939,offered by Senate Tax Chair Roger Chamberlain(R- Lino Lakes)does provide a level of bipartisan support for increasing LGA,but shifts the entire proposed$15 million increase starting next year to our cities—those with populations 5,000 and under.While small cities are specifically in need of stable,dedicated funding for streets,the Senate plan(with no House companion bill introduced)does not employ a needs-based approach that has historically guided LGA formula changes. 37 of 60 MAOSC stands up for the needs of cities 5,000 and under,but we do so most effectively by building close ties with our natural allies —working together so that all 853 Minnesota cities can be served well with mutually beneficial public policies for the common good. Other than Chamberlain,all testifiers and committee members who spoke expressed concerns.One commenter pointed out that cities 5,000 and under are already receiving more LGA funding in aggregate than they had in 2002-even though the total LGA pool available now is a lower amount.The comment drew a quick,sharp response from Senate minority leader Tom Bakk(DFL-Cook),a longtime former Senate Tax Committee chair and acknowledged expert on LGA. Bakk accurately responded that small cities are receiving more aid now because their needs are that much greater than In 2002.To be clear,MAOSC was the only other city group to testify,and we also found fault with the SF 1939 approach based both on policy grounds and practical reasoning. MAOSC testified that we consistently favor legislation that provides a stable source of Streets funding so cities can plan to meet their long-term needs.We question whether pitting our 667,000 residents against nearly 4 million who live in cities larger than ours can result in a lasting solution.Also,many small cities-like Oak Park Heights with its River Crossing and roads serving major employers, and rural Wahkon that has MN 27 as its Main Street but no curb and gutter-receive no LGA,so remedies from this bill won't help at all with their very serious Streets challenges.MAOSC testimony concluded by noting that we have proposed an alternative—the MainStreets bill—calling for limited new funding very similar to SF 1939—but more direct,dedicated and reliable for our communities.The MAOSC plan also includes a needed boost for non-MSA streets in the larger cities,providing the opportunity for all cities to work together to adequately start restoring their street systems. House Research has prepared comparative city runs of three major House LGA bills funded with a$30 million increase(2002 level), as well as the possibility of keeping the current law formula,see: httos://www.house.leg.state.mn.us/hrd/issinfo/lea20hll63-1434 odf.inline--true httos://www.house.lea.state.mn.us/hrd/issinfo/Iaa20h2031 pdf?inline=true Professional services contract bill modified A proposal that originally would have required cities to provide a time-consuming written statement of work and an estimate of fees to be charged by a consultant passed onto an applicant has been substantially reworked to reduce the potential burden on city administrations and city councils.Earlier this month,we expressed concern that committee-defeated SF 998(Koran,R-North Branch) might be revived by the legislation's chief supporter,telecom provider T-mobile. With city concerns largely addressed,the substantially amended bill was resurrected on March 14,and passed out of Senate committee on a divided voice vote.Only if the applicant requests-on matters related to a permit,license,or other approval for real estate development or construction-the amended bill now requires cities to provide a non-binding estimate of consulting fees to be charged to an applicant based on the information provided at the time of application.Similar amended language is expected to be offered on the companion bill,HF 823(Nelson,DFL-Brooklyn Park),which is scheduled for a House Subcommittee on Local Government hearing set for Wednesday,March 27. MAOSC seeks Board applicants Applications to fill current MAOSC Board of Directors vacancies are now being accepted.Applications will be considered at the April 12 Board meeting.Applicants are urged to indicate their willingness to serve as a Board Director as soon as possible.With one of the vacancies designated as At-Large,any interested MAOSC member from across the entire state is eligible for an open seat,as well as two specific regions in need of Board representation. The specifics related to all three Board vacancies,including the regional seats service territories and length of term are listed here: httos://www.maosc.ora/index.asp?SEC=7E7B2839-6BD1-4666-AOAE-B71412354A30&Tvoe=B BASIC To be eligible for election and to serve as a Director of the MAOSC,a person shall be an elected or appointed official of a member city,or working with a regional group of cities where at least one(1)of the cities is a member of the MAOSC.At least one year of experience serving your current member city is strongly preferred. Please contact Mary McComber for more information by calling her at 651-351-7879,or via email at MLrjmccgr1tqr2aoicoM. 38 of 60 Census celebration planned Next Monday is more than April Fools'Day—April 1 marks exactly one year before Census 2020 Day.MAOSC has been working with state officials to help with the effort in small cities to ensure a full and accurate count. Details of the event planned for next Monday include:10 am-meet State Demographic Center staff at the Centennial Office Building Cafeteria to get 2020 Census kickoff shirts and signs and walk over to the Capitol.The Centennial Office Building Cafeteria,(ground floor)is in the Capitol complex,658 Cedar Street N.,St.Paul 55155;11 am-rally at the Capitol where Governor Tim Walz and Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan will speak about the importance of the 2020 Census and how we can all work together to ensure every single person in Minnesota is counted in the 2020 Census.The rally will take place on the Capitol steps.If weather is poor,the rally will be held in the Capitol Rotunda. Although optional, RSVPs are encouraged:https://mnadmin.wufoo.com/forms/mi8r9re7lrzfw5s/ Broadband Day next week Broadband Day at the State Capitol is coming up already next week,set for Wednesday,April 3.A full day of activities supporting expanded broadband efforts across Minnesota has been organized by the Minnesota Rural Broadband Coalition.MAOSC is a member of the Coalition,and together we support the proposed$70 million funding initiative contained in the biennial budget put forward by the governor.Our member cities are encouraged to participate.Registration for Broadband Day is$25: https://registrationsamc.wufoo.com/forms/mn-rural-broadba nd-day-on-the-hill/ -END- 39 of 60 Metro Cities News 3/22/19 Page 1 of 6 CMETRO IES Member Login 111 p4 ebuoilan Mlnimpabbas Home Metro Cities News About Us Meetings&Events Membership Advocacy Policies&Resources MAMA Return to the blog Upcoming Events Metro Cities News 3/22/19 by:Kimberly Ciarrocchiwad Aprxa,2g19 categoryNewsletter I Metro Cities Annual Meeting Category:A-1 Me ng Mar View Full Calendar 22 In This Issue: Announcements • Local Government Aid Bills The 2019 Metro cities annual • Cly Contractor RFO Bill Update Meeting is a great opportunity to • Senate Tax Committee Hears Affordable Housing Tax Bills connect with your peers from Jobs Bills Heard in House other member cities and elect • Dep,WyRegistrar Reimbursement Bill Passes Senate members and officers to the Housing 9mmittee Hears Pr000sed Changes to Tax Exempt Bonds Board of Directors.This year's Bills to Fund Emerald Ash Borer Mitigation Receive Hoarinevent will be held at the Como nc Park Zoo and Conservatory In the Small Cities Assistance Bill Heard in Senate Trancnnrtation Committee Bullard Rainforest Room on Governor's Transportation Bill Heard In House Transportation Committee Wednesday,April 24th.Both Metropolitan Council Provides Status Update on Comprehensive Plans elected officials and staff are RSVP Today for the Metro Cities Annual meeting welcome and encouraged to Metropolitan Council Census Tracts and Block Groups attend!This year's speakers will Bills of Note be Briana Bierschbach of Minnesota Public Radio and Peter Callaghan of MlnnPost. 5:30 pm-Social Hour 6:30 pm-Guest Speakers 7:00 pm-Metro Cities Business Local Government Aid Bills Meeting(Board Elections) Several Local Government Aid(LGA)bills are under consideration by the Legislature,and Governor Walz There is no cost for elected has recommended an LGA increase in his budget.The Governor's recommendation provided a$30 officials and staff of member cities to attend,but we do ask that million increase to LGA;the Governor released revised budget recommendations today that continue to you RSVP by April 12th to include a$30 million recommended increase. Kimberly either via phone(651- 215-4000)or Metro Cities reported last week that the House heard several LGA bills(see March 15 newsletter for details)to increase the LGA appropriation,with HF 1163-Marquart increasing LGA by$30 million under View full flyer the statutory formula and -Hertaus that would modify the LGA program to provide an alternate per capita aid to those cities not receiving LGA under current law.Those bills were heard and laid over for consideration in an omnibus House Taxes bill.Metro Cities provided testimony in support of Marquart.The organization does not have a specific policy position on HF 2031. The Senate Taxes Committee on Thursday heard -Chamberlain,that would provide a$15 million LGA increase for cities under 5,000 population only.The bill was laid over for possible inclusion in a Senate omnibus tax bill. Metro Cities'policies oppose legislation providing for appropriations for LGA that single out certain classes of cities such as the changes provided in SF 1939,as this has the effect of establishing appropriations outside the formula.Testimony on Metro Cities opposition to SF 1939 was provided to the Taxes Committee.Metro Cities'policies support increasing LGA and support increases through the formula.The organization's policies also support continued examination of the LGA formula to make sure it can address the needs of metropolitan area cities.With several varied bills being considered this year,all of which have varied effects on the formula and on individual cities,Metro Cities expects that the topic of LGA will receive consideration during the interim through the organization's policy process. 40 of 60 haps://www.metrocitiesmn.orglindex-php?option=com dailyplanetblog&view--entry&yea... 3/29/2019 Metro Cities News 3/22/19 Page 2 of 6 Our Tweets City Contractor RFQ Bill Update Tweets by Legislation that would set a process in law for requesting city contractor cost estimates was heard in @MetroCitiesMN the House Government Operations Committee on Thursday.The bill(IF 823 Nelson)provides for an Metro cities applicant to receive a cost estimate prior to a city reviewing an application for a permit,license or @MetroCnlesMN approval related to real estate development or construction.Proponents for the bill argued it provides Senate rax committee hears more transparency and clarity for applicants.The bill as amended provides some specifity and clarity testimony from City of Plymouth sought by cities.Metro Cities,along with the Municipal Legislative Commission(MLC)provided a letter City Manager Dave ED Manager Danelta Parr Parton on a a to the committee stating the lack of necessity for the legislation,because an applicant can request a bin authormng the city of cost estimate under existing law. Plymouth to Impose a lodging tax. The Government Operations Committee discussed the bill and laid it over.The bill is now scheduled to be heard in the Subcommittee on Local Government on Wednesday,March 27.The Senate cgmoanion Mar 28,2019 passed the Local Government Committee last week and was referred to the State Government Finance �ftw Metro cities Committee. @MetroCitiesMN Senate Tax Committee hears bill allowing local option sales tax for Senate Tax Committee Hears Affordable Housing Tax Bills west Saint Paul,with testimony by City Council member Use Eng-Same,and City Manager —Senjem,heard by the Senate Tax committee on March 21,would set the class rate at 0.25% Ryan Schroeder. for all 4d properties.The 4d property tax classification currently reduces the property tax rate for qualifying low-income rental property.Under current law,the class rate for 4d property is 0.75%on the Embed view on Twitter first tier of value(first$150,000 for assessment year 2019)and 0.25%of the value exceeding the first- tier amount for each unit.The committee heard from several developers who explained the change would allow them to continue developing affordable units.The bill was laid over for possible inclusion in an omnibus tax bill. The Senate Taxes Committee also heard a bill that would establish a new state tax credit contribution fund for private investors to make contributions to support new construction.Bf_4Q4-Nelson,seeks to spur new private money contributions into residential development.Minnetonka Community Development Director Julie Wischnack testified to her community's current and future housing needs and how support from the state and private sector would assist future home development.The Senate bill and House companion bill, -Tabke,have now been heard in their respective tax committees and may be included in future omnibus bills. Metro Cities provided a letter of support for both bills to the Taxes Committee on Thursday. Jobs Bills Heard in House State funds critical to local economic development growth were debated in the House Jobs committee on March 19.HF 11 —Koegel includes$12 million for the Redevelopment Grant Program,HF 1185 —Claflin includes$21 million for the Job Creation Fund,and HF 118@—Stephenson includes$21 million for the Minnesota Investment Fund. The Senate companion,SF 1076-Utke,which includes funding for all three programs,was heard in the Senate Jobs committee on February 18 and may be included in the Jobs omnibus budget bill. Metro Cities testified in favor of the bills,explaining economic development roles at the local level, including zoning and land use changes,infrastructure support and public financing.When state support is needed for existing business expansion or new business development,MIF and JCF provide flexibility to companies that may want access to funds up front in the form of a MIF loan,or a JCF grant once capital investment and job creation markers are met.The redevelopment grant program and demolition loan program help put properties back on the tax rolls by reinvesting in previously developed sites. A representative from Cirrus Aircraft,a recipient of a MIF award for investments in Duluth,testified how local and state support convinced the company to invest in the state.Additional testimony from the Economic Development Association of Minnesota shared support for all three programs. A proposal to extend the waiver on restricted revolving local MIF funds was also debated.HF 1781 —Mahoney would allow local governments which have a local MIF revolving loan program balance to pay a 20 percent penalty to the state in exchange for freedom to use the funds for any lawful purpose. The waiver was included as part of the 2017 budget and over 40 cities took advantage.Governor Walz proposed a more modest expansion of economic development-linked eligible uses,such as broadband, childcare facilities,and retail,but which are not currently allowed. 41 of 60 haps://www.metrocitiesmn.org/index.php?option=com dailyplanetblog&view--entry&yea... 3/29/2019 Metro Cities News 3/22/19 Page 3 of 6 Contact Charlie Vander Aarde at 651-215-4001 or ,s,"�arlmetrccitlesmn.org with any questions. Deputy Registrar Reimbursement Bill Passes Senate A bill that contains funding to reimburse deputy registrars was passed by the Senate on a 60-6 vote on Wednesday.The bill, -Jasinski,appropriates funding for costs incurred by deputy registrars due to MNLARS system problems.The legislation allocates$13 million from the general fund and splits funding so that 10%of funds would be divided equally among all registrars,45%allocated proportionally based on transactions made between August 1,2017 and December 31,2019,and 45%based on transaction comparison looking back to a timeframe of July 1,2014 to June 30th,2017.The bill also includes a provision that would indemnify deputy registrars from any lawsuit resulting from the MNLARS rollout.These funds would be available to deputy registrars until July 15,2019.Metro Cities supports this legislation. HF 2082_Hansen,was passed by the House Transportation Committee this week.This bill is similar to SF 621 but there are some differences.HF 2082 allocates$10 million for deputy registrar reimbursements.The bill also stipulates that a registrar must remain open for 12 months after accepting a funding reimbursement.The legislation does not include a provision that would indemnify deputy registrars from any lawsuit resulting from the MNLARS rollout An amendment to increase the amount to$13 million failed on a 11-6 vote,and an amendment to add a provision for deputy registrar indemnification also failed on a 11-6 vote.The bill was passed and re-referred to the Ways and Means Committee. Housing Committee Hears Proposed Changes to Tax Exempt Bonds The priority system for how the state issues tax exempt bonds for housing projects would be revised under a bill heard in the House housing committee on March 20.Tax exempt bonds are used with other funding sources to finance affordable housing projects.The bill, —Hausman,follows the recommendations of a 2017 working group which reviewed the state's current tax exempt bond priorities and recommended five modifications. The bill includes these components: 55%limit for bond use Priority for affordability Random selection,not pro rata Inclusion of senior housing projects No"parking"of bonds The bill may be included in the House omnibus housing policy bill.Contact Charlie Vander Aarde at 651- 215-4001 or charlie&rnetrocitiesmn.orwith any questions. Bills to Fund Emerald Ash Borer Mitigation Receive Hearings A bill providing funding for emerald ash borer(EAB)mitigation was passed by committees in the House and Senate this week.SF 1906 Ruud,would allocate$26 million over the biennium to the Department of Natural Resources(DNR)for matching grants to local governments,including cities,regional authorities,and park boards in cities of the first class that are actively preparing to respond to an EAB infestation.Funds can be used for activities such as inventory and planning work,tree treatment removal and replacement of trees,and processing wood waste for biofuel.The bill was heard in the Senate Environment Policy Committee and was passed to the Environment Finance Committee. The House companion bill,HF 2015 Lislegard,was heard in the House Environment Finance Committee and was laid over for possible inclusion in an omnibus bill.Metro Cities testified in support of this legislation. Small Cities Assistance Bill Heard in Senate Transportation Committee A bill to fund the Small Cities Assistance account was heard by the Senate Transportation Committee this week.SF 10- —Howe,would allocate$20 million over the biennium to the Small Cities Assistance account.Cities with populations under 5,000 would be eligible for these funds.This fund has received funding on a one-time basis in previous years.Metro Cities policies support dedicated funding to the 42 of 60 https://www.metrocitiesmn.org/index.php?option=com dailyplanetblog&view=entry&yea... 3/29/2019 Metro Cities News 3/22/19 Page 4 of 6 Small Cities Assistance account,as well as the creation and funding of a Large Cities Assistance account.The bill was laid over for possible inclusion in an omnibus bill. Governor's Transportation Bill Heard in House Transportation Committee The House Transportation Committee heard F240 Hornstein,the Governor's transportation funding proposal.The bill includes a 20-cent gas tax increase phased in over two years and indexed for inflation beginning in FY 2023 and is estimated to generate$6.5 billion over 10 years.After revisions made as a result of the recent budget forecast,this and other increases to transportation revenue will fund an increase in Municipal Street Aid(MSA)of$120 million or$75.4 million over base funding.The total MSA amounts proposed are$230 million in FY 20 and$280 Million in FY 21.There is no funding for the Small Cities account,or creation of a Large Cities account to address local road needs,included in the bill.However,Commissioner Anderson-Kelliher stated that the administration will work with the legislature to address the street funding needs of small cities. The Governor's bill also proposes an 1/8 cent sales tax levied in the seven-county metro area with the funds directed to maintaining and expanding the regional bus and transitway system.Additional transit funds would be generated with an increase to the motor vehicle sales tax(MVST)from 6.5 to 6.875 percent to generate an additional$28 million in FY 20-21 and$38 million In FY 22-23 for metro transit. Funding is also included to eliminate a$53 million structural deficit in the regional bus system.The Governor's transportation budget also proposes to address the current$36 million Metro Mobility deficit by funding Metro Mobility separately. Metro Cities policy supports a comprehensive,multi-modal transportation system and supports stable and enough statewide transportation funding and expanded local tools to meet the street and transit system needs of the region and local systems.Staff testified in support of the Municipal State Aid Street funding,funding for transit operating and capital costs,and the funding allocation for Metro Mobility Included in the proposal.Metro Cities testimony also encouraged the committee to consider inclusion of local street funding tools,such as street improvement districts,as well as dedicated funding for the Small Cities account and the creation and funding of a Large Cities account. The bill was laid over for possible inclusion in an omnibus bill. Metropolitan Council Provides Status Update on Comprehensive Plans Metropolitan Council staff provided the Land Use Advisory committee with updates on 2040 comprehensive plan submissions this week. As of March 21,the Council had received 99 comp plan submissions.60 communities had received extensions and 20 plans were outstanding.Council staff explained they were in contact with and working with all communities that had not submitted completed plans.The Council is expecting to receive 168 total comp plan update submissions. A brief analysis of 81 preliminary plans showed 41 had either economic development or economic competitiveness sections.Council staff will provide additional updates as more comp plan updates are received and authorized by the full Metropolitan Council. Also this week,the newly appointed Metropolitan Council members met for the Committee of the Whole on Wednesday.The committee addresses regional policy issues and provides a forum for discussion. The meeting included two informational overviews on the metropolitan land planning act and comprehensive planning process.The committee also heard information on the Southwest LRT Project. Contact Charlie Vander Aarde at 651-215-4001 or shad e(Mmetroci T"'.. with any questions. RSVP Today for the Metro Cities Annual Meeting! Mark your calendars and RSVP today for the Metro Cities Annual Meeting!This year's event will be held on Wednesday,April 24th at the Como Park Zoo and Conservatory in the Bullard Rainforest Auditorium. We're pleased to announce that this year's speakers are Briana Bierschbach of MPR News and Peter Callaghan of MinnPost.The evening will start with a social hour,followed by our guest speakers,and will wrap up with a brief 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.There is no cost,but we do ask that you RSVP by April 8th if you plan to attend. 43 of 60 hos://www.metrocitiesmn.org/index.php?option=com dailyplanetblog&view=entry&yea... 3/29/2019 Metro Cities News 3/22/19 Page 5 of 6 For questions orto RSVP,contact Kimberly at 651-215-4000 or,cimberjy@metrocitiesmmorc. Metropolitan Council Census Tracts and Block Groups Metropolitan Council is reviewing and updating Census Tracts and Block Groups to be used by US Census Bureau during 2020-2029 and is looking for input. The Census Bureau runs numerous data collections.It publishes statistics for all sorts of geographic areas.There are Census and American Community Survey statistics for:states,metro areas,counties, American Indian Reservations,school districts,legislative districts,ZIP codes,cities and townships.The most detailed local geographies available from the Census Bureau are sub-county and sub-city areas called Census Tracts and Block Groups. Are there sub-county orsub-cityservke areas,dish f4 orzones fw whicb youneed Census stadstkOlriterested stakeholders can provide input on 2020 Tracts and Block Groups,now through the end of April.For the Twin Cities 7-county area,Metropolitan Council has prepared a preliminary set of new boundaries,viewable online at The preliminary redrawing of Tracts and Block Groups is consistent with Census Bureau's requirements,and informed by recent estimates of population and housing. In the Twin Cities 7-county area,send questions,comments,and requests concerning Census Tracts and Block Groups to:Paul Hanson at Metropolitan Council, asonOmetc.state.mn.0-,phone 651- 602-1642.Comments and requests should be submitted by April 30,2019. In other counties or states,other planning agencies and county governments are coordinating the review and update. Bilis of Note HF 2547.Daudt:Bill allows the governing body of a city that has issued an off-sale license for the sale of 3.2 percent malt liquor to issue a license for the sale of intoxicating malt liquor to the same person. HF 2550.Mariani:Bill contains a variety of policy provisions impacting state and local corrections and public safety. HF 2553•Brand:Bill establishes state grants for residential infrastructure development. HF 2583•Drazkowski:Bill revises the allocation of police and firefighter retirement supplemental state aid. HF 2598.Freiberg:Bill revises the annual municipal contribution related to the former Minneapolis firefighters and police relief associations. HF 2599•Albright:Bill requires the Metropolitan Council to be made up of local officials and eliminates the Transportation Advisory Board. HF 2601.Schultz:Bill expands the workforce and affordable homeownership development program grants to cities and sets the appropriation. HF 2612,Loeffler:Bill amends the requirements for the imposition and use of local sales and use taxes. The bill says that local sales taxes are to be used instead of traditional local revenues only for construction and rehabilitation of capital projects when a clear regional benefit beyond the taxing jurisdiction can be demonstrated. FN 2654.Lillie/,` ,Pappas:Bill appropriates money to the Metropolitan Council for regional park and open-space land acquisition and Improvements. Pappas:Bill allows political subdivisions to lower the voting age for local elections. Senjem:Bill expands the 4d tax rate for affordable properties. Kiffmeyer:Bill makes various elections administration changes for cities,including changes to managing write-in candidates. SF 2611.Pratt:Bill contains the governors DEED and MHFA budget SF 2622.Koran:Bill modifies the border-to-border broadband development grant program. SF 2633•Chamberlain:Bill modifies the manufactured homes and manufactured home park classification. Share this post: 44 of 60 https://www.metrocitiesmn.org/index.php?option=com dailyplanetblog&view=entry&yea... 3/29/2019 Metro Cities News 3/22/19 Page 6 of 6 Metro Otties(Assoclwticn of Metropolitan Municipalities) 145 University Ave K Suite 125 St.Paul,MN 55103 651-215.4000 !lack to top A powered by Q NeffAK Caft 45 of 60 https://www.metrocitiesmn.org/index.php?option=com dailyplanetblog&view--entry&yea... 3/29/2019 Eric Johnson From: Mary Mccomber <marymccomber@aol.com> Sent Saturday, March 23,2019 9:00 AM To: Eric Johnson Subject: Fwd:To Solve the Housing Crisis, Cities and States Must Work Together For weekly notes -----Original Message----- From: National League of Cities<news@nlc.org> To: marymccomber<marymccomber@aol.com> Sent: Sat, Mar 23, 2019 6:01 am Subject:To Solve the Housing Crisis, Cities and States Must Work Together View in browser NATIONAL LEAGUE NLC OF 11 „ i' e To Solve the Housing Crisis, Cities and States Must Work Together NLC's newest report, Local Tools to Address Housing Affordability. A State- by-State Analysis, examines the interactions between cities and states on tools to improve housing affordability. Learn more about the housing affordability toolbox for cities in your state. 46 of 60 The Secret Ingredient to a Prosperous City; o . � Love MY In this day and age, we spend a lot of time talking about our differences, our divisions and our struggles. ww But the reality is, there is one thing that binds all local leaders together– love. . ; Four Observations on the Future of Mobility American infrastructure is in a very strange place. On one ` hand, we've heard for years about rapid change. On the other hand, the average commuting experience still seems 1k unchanged. How Cities Around the Country Address �_..... Rising Pension Liabilities ' ,, Amid decelerating property, sales and income tax revenue growth, mayors across the nation are worried about funding pensions. News Project focuses on housing affordability in inner-ring suburbs The Kansas City Star— March 22, 2019 Cities should charge drivers by distance travelled, says US network Cities Today— March 21, 2019 Al could change the world. This is how governments and citizens should prepare Smart Cities Dive — March 20, 2019 Announcements 2 47 of 60 Webinar: Expanding Solar Participation through Community Solar Embracing community solar is a great way to promote equity and achieve your city's climate and energy goals. Please join NLC for a webinar on April 4 to learn how your community can benefit. Register Here. Does your city need help financing housing development projects that benefit Veterans? The Home Depot Foundation is NLC's lead veteran housing partner. Their commitment to housing for veterans remains strong with an on-going pledge to spend a half a billion by 2025. Find out how your projects can get support via the Veteran Housing Grant program at here. 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This message was intended for: marymccomber@aol.com 660 North Capitol Street, NW, Suite 450 Washington, DC 20001 Privacy Policy 0 2018 NLC, All Rights Reserved 3 48 of 60 Powered by Higher Logic I 4 49 of 60 Eric Johnson From: Mary Mccomber <marymccomber@aol.com> Sent: Wednesday, March 27, 2019 4:36 PM To: Eric Johnson Subject: Fwd: Legislative Update March 27, 2019 For weekly notes ----Original Message----- From: rep.shelly.christensen <rep.shelly.christensen @house.mn> To:Announcements from Representative Shelly Christensen <rep_shelly_christensen_list@ww3.house.leg.state.mn.us> Sent:Wed, Mar 27, 2019 4:30 pm Subject: Legislative Update-March 27, 2019 Shelly Christensen CIF REP[tEMAEI� D fvtl M'n Dear Friends and Neighbors, We're a little over halfway through my first legislative session, and with budget targets announced, we're starting to craft the major elements of Minnesota's budget. We've also been voting on important pieces of legislation on the House floor, and we're meeting with our colleagues in the Senate to find common ground on our bills. Here's an update on what's been happening in St. Paul this last week. Snow Day Relief I had the amazing experience of passing a bill I authored off the House floor that will help schools all over the state. With record snowfall and dangerously low temperatures, schools across the state made the responsible decision to close for multiple days this winter. My bill would grant clarity to school districts and families, while also supporting hourly employees, by allowing select snow days to be marked as instructional days. Similar but not identical language was passed in the Senate, but last evening we came to a compromise in our conference 1 50 of 60 committee of House and Senate members. The next step will be a final vote in both bodies before sending the bill to Governor Walz. You can watch my comments from the House floor debate below. w � M t ry I F 1 Senate File 1 743 , Snow days r0ief bill `1Christensen's rernarks on snow day relief. Highway 36 Interchange Another important piece of legislation I've been working on for our community is HF 1342, which would provide funding for a much-needed interchange at Highway 36 and Manning Avenue. Thank you to Washington County Commissioner Gary Kriesel, who joined me in the House Capital Investment Committee to testify in favor of this bill. This area has been a traffic burden for too long, and our growing community deserves sustaining roadways. I'll be sure to update you as this bill continues through the legislative process. z 51 of 60 Li Holding Opioid Manufacturers Accountable Minnesota, and much of the country, is in an opioid crisis. In 2017, over 2,000 Minnesotans were brought to the emergency room for opioid-involved overdoses, and that same year over 400 died from those overdoses. We're taking this crisis head-on, and we're making sure opioid manufacturers are being held accountable. While Minnesotans are dying, pharmaceutical companies are seeing billions in profits, and it's time they became part of the solution. Legislation that does just that recently passed the Minnesota House, and it's a bill 1 was proud to vote for and co-author. You can read more about the impact of the opioid crisis and what we're doing to solve it here. Opioid deaths continue to increase in Minnesota. r• e -a e Improve Sexual Harassment Laws 3 52 of 60 All Minnesotans deserve to be treated with dignity and respect, and the path to that goal includes updating and strengthening Minnesota's sexual harassment laws. The definition of sexual harassment hasn't changed in state statute for almost 40 years. In the meantime, over 80 percent of women report being sexually harassed in the workplace. HF 10, another bill I wholeheartedly support and co-authored, passed off the House floor last week with bipartisan support, and it's a great step toward a more equal Minnesota. You can read more about our efforts to address and update sexual harassment statute here. } DTL House File 10 W- F .......allows victi* ms survivor 77 , I Oak Park Heights —60th Street Realignment Special thanks to Mayor Mary McComber for joining me in the House Capital Investment Committee as we testified on my bill to realign and improve the 60th Street and Norell Avenue intersection. This area is a hotspot for traffic delays and safety concerns, and I'll be working with the legislature to ensure that our community's issues with this intersection are addressed. 4 53 of 60 4. r IbbY 9Y 9 y��Vd t ' S Thank You! Thank you to everyone who attended my first community listening session on March 16. Schedules didn't permit Majority Leader Winkler to attend, but I'm happy with the robust and spirited discussion we were able to have. Our work here at the State Capitol is at its best when the public in involved, and I hope you continue to reach out to me with your questions and comments on the legislative process. As always, you can reach me at (651) 296-4244, rep.shel ly.ch ristensen@ house.m n, or like my Facebook page. I look forward to hearing from you. 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STILLWA`TER CHAM ' r nagng Business Gwrmunity i 57 of 60 j � xE The Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce is pleased to host a quarterly educational offering, Toast & Topics, to provide our members and community the opportunity to attend briefings on relevant local topics featuring an expert speaker and/or panel. The public is encouraged to attend. JOIN US on Wednesday, April 24th for the topic: State of the Cities Hear from city representatives from Bayport, Oak Park Heights and Stillwater- Susan St. Ores, Mayor of Bayport Mary McComber, Mayor of Oak Park Heights Ted Kozlowski, Mayor of Stillwater AND City Administrators: 3 58 of 60 Adam Bell, City of Bayport Eric Johnson, City of Oak Park Heights Tom McCarty, City of Stillwater There will be an open forum with Q&A to follow. Reserve your Seat Early! $20 Chamber Members; $25 non-members. Pre-Registration is appreciated, for food preparation &planning. A full breakfast buffet is included. 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