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HomeMy WebLinkAboutweekly notes - May 17th 2019 CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTN—WEE or: May 17,2019 TO: City Council M bers& ff FROM: Eric Johnson, ty td Zonina and Development Items: 1. No new applications have been received. 2. Letters of Update/Information have been provided to the residents along Lookout Trail and the businesses near 58th Street updating them on upcoming plans,discussion and project Please see these enclosed docs. 3. Public Works staff did hang some"SLOW—Children Playing"signs on Newell Circle due to some concerns being raised by a resident in that area.This is the least we could do, and I have offered to host a neighborhood meeting to discuss how the City's ROW can be used, how speed limits are set,etc.We understand it is potentially only one singular"violator"but we just want to be sure we are communicating. 4. The final grading work is expected to completed at the Palmer Station this next week.We have expressed concerns with delays on the south end of the development as there remains a large drainage basin that has not yet been removed and restored to the planned grades. Both Lee Mann and I have communicated with Miller Exc.and the Developer to be sure this gets done.These communications have not spurred action to date and we have tried one more time with a final email communication—dated 5/17 as enclosed.Should they fail to address these matters,we will be forced to remove Miller Exc.from the property and seek corrections independent at the Developer's Expense. 5. 1 did speak with IGrk Schultz(Holiday Inn)regarding the upcoming deadlines on June 14,2019—(a month away).He was upbeat about the prospect of the project moving forward and it appears that he is moving forward with more complete construction plans for better cost estimating purposes. So,we will just have to see.Recall,on June 14th they must make a$10,000 payment to the City for an additional 60 days extension—OR they must terminate the purchase Agreement. 6. The School District is seeking a temporary location for its bus fleet—June 28th through Aug 16th—and have asked if they could park these at the High School.Please see the enclosed request.This will require a formal Council action as there is nothing in the Ordinances that may overtly deny- or approve this in a timely fashion as an interim use permit process could not be accomplished by June. This likely isn't problematic,however we want to be sure it is only temporary,is not precedent setting and does not conflict with other site conditions or uses. 7. Commercial real estate agents have listed the retail site to be developed at the south side of the new Panera. I have enclosed their retail listing that includes some local demographics and how they view the Corridor. Mayor McComber provided 1. MAOSC State Newsletter for 5/13/19 2. Lockridge Grindal Legislative Update for 5113(Lockridge Grindal is the City's hired lobbying firm) 3. NLC Weekly for 5/11/19 4. METRO CITIES news for 5110119 5. May 10th Update from Rep.Shelly Christensen Please let me know if you have any questions-651-253-7837 Call Anytime. 1 of 32 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 May 16th,2019 X X X RE: 58th Street—Project @ Stillwater Blvd. Dear City Business Operator: The purpose of this letter is to inform you of the City's upcoming plans to improve the westerly leg of 58th Street at Stillwater Blvd. This will include the addition of a third lane,(one north,one east and one south)a mill and overlay of pavement areas and paving of the north shoulder. The plan image below generally represents the final project scope.We expect this work to only commence AFTER the completion of the 2019 School Year at the High School,but at this time we do not have exact dates. Once commenced,work will take approximately 2-3 weeks.There will of course be delays and possibly some short-term detours in this area as this project proceeds;however,the goal is to get the project done as quickly as possible while ensuring safety for workers.I will send some further information once I have the final dates from the Contractor Please feel free to let me know if you have any questions.651-439-4439 Kind regards Eric Johnson,City Administrator ( ! 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MATCH PJQSTING II i BITUMINOUSTRAIL \�� _� ' IVSITU s SEE TYPICAL NON I SHEET C1.01AS NECESSARY CURB INSTALLATION I 11 I li I� 2 of 32 City of Oak Park Heights Page 1of1 14168 Oak Park Blvd. N•Oak Park Heights,MN 55082•Phone(651)439-4439•Fax(651)439-0574 May 13th,2019 X X X RE: Condition&Future of Lookout Trail Dear City Resident: The purpose of this letter is to provide an update regarding the City's recent discussions with the State of Minnesota(MNDOT)to address the deteriorating road conditions of Lookout Trail. As we know, this road is a State facility and is in very poor condition, with potholes, failing edges, major fissures and failing drainage systems. These conditions, in the City's opinion, make the roadway unsafe for the vehicular travelling public; even pedestrians along the roadway must be very mindful of each foot placement. Over the past several years, the City has requested to the State of Minnesota that they please invest the necessary resources to reconstruct this surface. Unfortunately, we may only speculate that the State of Minnesota has not yet elevated this roadway to a level that has demanded their immediate investment. This State response is challenging for the City as the roadway cannot last much longer and these safety concerns are growing. We have considered other steps to induce the State of Minnesota to elevate these repairs. One such step discussed with the State would be that the City would assume the roadway(tumback)if the State immediately provides to the City 100%of the necessary funds to implement the roadway reconstruction and install a trail link along the route. In retum, this roadway would become a City street, under City control and forever a City responsibility. At this time, it appears that this proposal might be possible and such reconstruction could occur in 2021 or even perhaps in 2020. Discussions are continuing with the State as to these project costs, jurisdictional questions with Stillwater and how all parties ensure continued access to STH 95. As the project continues to develop and further information is known we will be sending out some further information—hopefully before early autumn. Please let me know if you have any questions in the interim. 6514394439 Kind regard Eric Johnson ' City Adm ' r 3 of 32 Eric Johnson From: Mann, Lee <Lee.Mann@stantec.com> Sent: Friday, May 17, 2019 2:00 PM To: Olivia Gavic Cc: Eric Johnson; Miller, Lucas; Kieffer, Charles;steve.st.claire@millerexc.com Subject: Palmer Station Importance: High ?AIM eg,�;T A-n 1q. Olivia, The City's inspector came out to review the Palmer Station site today. There was no one working on the site and the following deficiencies were noted and need to be corrected immediately: - All exposed areas need to be hydro mulched;this includes but is not limited to the dirt pile on the south end of the project. - Inlet protections need to be added at FES12 and existing inlet on southeast corner of intersection of 58th and Oakgreen. - Dirt piles on west and southwest ends of project must to be addressed (removed or hydromulched). They are eroding, are unsightly for adjacent residents, and also appear to have unstable slopes. Sediment build-up at catch basins and inlets needs to be removed. Culvert inlets protections on east side of project need to be corrected. A detailed schedule needs to be provided on when remaining items on site will be completed (tiling on south end of project should be a priority in order lower the water level) In addition to the issues of non-compliance with your NPDES permit, you are behind on your schedule provided 4/19/19. At this point, the City will take the following actions: 1. The erosion, dirt pile, catch basin/inlet etc., issues must be addressed by end of day Wednesday, May 22th. If they are not, the City will complete this work and bill the costs, including city staff time, re-inspection costs, penalties, etc., back to you. 2. A updated schedule needs to be submitted by end of day Monday, May 20. If there is no schedule submitted on May 20, starting May 21, there will be no further inspections, certificates of occupancy will not be granted, etc. for the two lots under construction. According to the schedule submitted April 19, all work on the site was to be completed by May 24. All work on the site must be completed by June 7, 2019 or all elements the project will be shut down. Please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions. -- A Mann, i - MN,W,CA Principal Direct 612 712-2085 Mobile:651775-5956 Lee.Mann@stantec.com Stantec Consulting Services Inc. 733 Marquette Avenue,Suite 1000 Minneapolis,MN 55402 ru Nff r The content of this email is the confidential property of Stentec and should not be copied,modified,retransmitted,or used for any purpose except with Stanteds written authorization.If you are not the intended recipient,please delete all copies and notify us immediately. 1 4 of 32 illwater FACILITY AND SITE OPERATIONS St1875 South Greeley Street i Stillwater,Minnesota 55082 AREA PUBLIC SCHOOLS Tel:651.351.8374 i fax:651.351.3375 0 www.still waterschools.org May 17, 2019 Eric Johnson City Administrator City of Oak Park Heights 14168 Oak Park Blvd.N. Oak Park Heights, MN 55082 Dear Mr. Johnson, Stillwater Area Public Schools will be transitioning our school bus maintenance facility from the current Stagecoach location to 11530 Hudson Blvd.North, Lake Elmo, MN. The District leases the current bus maintenance facility and has been informed that a lease extension may not be an option. While finalizing the construction schedule at our new school bus maintenance facility, it has come to realization that we will need a temporary parking area for the fleet of school bus vehicles that serve Stillwater Area Public Schools. It is the District's request to utilize our parking lot at the Stillwater Area High School, 5701 Stillwater Blvd North, Stillwater MN for a solution to the temporary school bus parking issue. The request is temporary and would be from June 28,2019 thru August 16, 2019. The timing of the request coincides with a lower parking lot demand and would accommodate parking needs for the building and field activities. Fleet maintenance, fueling and washing would be prohibited at the Stillwater Area High School. This request would facilitate bus operations for our summer school program and field trips during the temporary timeframe. Your consideration in working with the District to resolve this issue is greatly appreciated. Sincerely, Kristen Hoheisel Executive Director of Finance and Operations Stillwater Area Public Schools 651-351-8321 Afton-Lakeland Elementary, Andersen Elementary, Early Childhood Family Center, Lake Elmo Elementary, Ldy Lake Elementary Marine Elementary, Oak Park Elementary, Oak-Land Junior High, Rutherford Elementary, St. Croix Valley Area Learning Center, Stonebridge Elementary, Stillwater.Area High School, Stillwater Junior High, Valley Crossing Community School, Withrow Elementary 5 of 32 illwater FACILITY AND SITE OPERATIONS St1875 South Greeley Street 1 Stillwater,Minnesota 55082 AREA PUBLIC SCHOOLS Tel:651.351.8374 1 fax:651.351.8375 41 '.e w ww s ti ll wa tersch oo ls.org REQUEST Temporary School Bus Parking Description June 28, 2019 to August 16, 2019 Vehicles: • 94 - Large School Bus Stalls • 26 - Medium to Small School Bus Stalls • 34 - Mini Van Stalls *Attachment 1 Temporary Parking Adjustments: • 1324 - Current parking stalls • 521 - Stalls lost to temporary school bus vehicle and bus driver parking • 803 - Remaining parking stalls • 600 -Expected maximum building and facility use stalls from 6/28/19 thru 8/16/19 *Attachment 2 School bus vehicles and drivers would enter and exit at the stop light located at 58th Street and Neil Ave. Drivers would park in the north east parking area while providing summer school and field trip transportation services. Anticipated hours of school bus activity would be from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM. School bus activity within the temporary parking area would be limited to pre-trip/post-trip inspections. This would include inspecting activated bus lights, opening rear emergency door and observing general operating condition of the school bus. All maintenance, fueling and washing of school bus vehicles will take place off site. Temporary signs would replace current student informational signs. The signs would communicate the area is restricted to school bus vehicle parking. The District would add two security cameras in parking that would be used to investigate any issues that may arise. *Attachment 3 sample sign Afton-Lakeland Elementary, Andersen Elementary, Early Childhood Family Center, Lake Elmo Elementary, Lily Lake Elementary, Marine Elementary, Oak Park Elementary, Oak-Land Junior High, Rutherford Elementary, St. Croix Valley Area Learning Center, StonebridgeElementary, Stillwater Area High School, Stillwater Junior High, Valley Crossing Community School, Withrow Elementary 6 of 32 J� Z� gD —-----------—--—-- g i 5� Lit -4- -tea i ----- HIM ---- --- i Vc-r t GEE= Qm SM 4- 4- 51 -as �r ------- I • t t--- --- -::t • cp C=-L cp • Nil Z 0 ;0 ;2 - STILLWATER AREA $ 1-arson BUS PARKIN( Engineering,Inc. =4� 0 r S701 STILLWATER BLVD N PUBLIC SCHOOLS „u STILLWATER.MN 55082 1875 GREELEY ST.8 7 of 3 i STILLVMTrR,MN,55082 I A ` W` t e?-'-+°� `j�• °i '� w ---------- •__— .-.... _S�, ` \ ` � :1 S 1 ("�.+rr.�9�Jj • � � ...TITT... - \ 14 1 .._r-_ .,.T_.. 1 _T__ I •• 1• � .. 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"L4 PROPERTY FEATURES + New development in the heart of Stillwater I Oak Park Heights OCh KD1GCS retail corridor xoom. + Prime, hard corner at signalized intersection Walmart, ate" + Excellent visibility to Hwy 36 + Ground lease or build-to-suit Kow�st�• + Monument signage available DEMOGRAPHICS 1 MILE 3 MILES S MILES Population 4,742 30,317 46,573 Daytime Population 10,740 37,317 47,639 Households 2,110 11,459 17,319 Average Household $103,112 $112,502 $121,612 Income 2 11 of 32 MAOSC State Newsletter—May 13, 2019 Slow going as final week arrives Final informal deadlines for finishing up the 2019 legislative session have not quickened the Capitol pace over the past week-cut short by the annual Fishing Opener tradition.The difficult challenge of setting biennial budget targets agreed upon by the governor and House and Senate leaders-that were supposed to be accomplished by last Monday,May 6-came and went;the next deadline for conference committees to wrap up by midnight today (May 13)is likely unreachable due to the complexities involved. The deadline that counts is Monday, May 20—just over a week away.It can be achieved,but a lot will have to start happening very soon if all sides are serious about avoiding a special session.Even veteran Capitol observers are uncertain about predicting outcomes at this time of year. Unlike other recent years,leaders have remained mostly calm, matching up large bills and their corresponding conference committees have gone smoothly,and political grandstanding has been kept to a minimum. At the same time,deep philosophical divisions remain the same as usual regarding the size of state government and the need to raise revenues.The 35-32 Senate Republican majority is outnumbered by a more-solid DFL House majority and Gov.Tim Walz,but it is also apparent that Republicans have a far shorter"To-Do List"-and likely would be more satisfied with a status quo budget result. The vast majority of legislators are not serving on conference committees. Unlike earlier in the legislative session when committee activities kept all of the lawmakers busy for most of the day,many legislators will be reachable in their offices over the next few days.Now is a great time to touch base with them,and remind them about small cities priorities. Revenue collections in April indicate that the state has collected$500 million more than expected,but budget officials cautioned against building any assumptions into the biennial budget decisions based on a single month's performance. How the good fiscal news figures into negotiations—if at all isn't yet known. Local tax provisions discussed In the Tax conference committee,much of the conversation on HF 2125 last week centered on various local tax options—including the numerous sales and lodging tax requests,tax increment financing(TIF)provisions,and concerns related to legal challenges to utilities and pipeline assessments. Member city Scanlon has an unusual pair of approaches to solving the problem of crumbling streetd, utilities and water infrastructure.While the Senate authorizes a half-cent sales tax increase to support the needed bonding,the House diverts$40,000 annually in state local government aid(LGA)for 10 years to help Scanlon meet the need. While most"special needs"carve outs of LGA go to larger cities,major fire loss in member city Mazeppa also has consideration in both the House and Senate bills. Perham has a sales tax local option provision in the House bill. A general concern was raised about the increase in requests for sales tax local options in suburban communities where the Legislature has generally rejected proposals in the past based on the potential for inequities between communities that have major retail malls and those without that major sales tax base income source. Another issue generating discussion surrounded the extent of legislative oversight into these local option requests,and the potential for causing delays to the voter-approved local options.Cities under 1,000(numbering 497 in total across the state)should be aware of a Senate provision that would prohibit them from seeking the sales tax local option from their voters.The Senate also includes a ballot language requirement that is misleading(and in nearly all cases untruthful),stating: "by voting yes on this ballot question,you may be voting for a property tax increase." 12 of 32 TIF provisions generated less discussion.A Duluth provision that would provide public park enhancements drew the ire of Sen.Ann Rest(DFL-New Hope)who objected to adopting an unprecedented proposed expansion of the local economic development tool. Conference committee members are grappling with the potential for a growing impact of disputes over utility and pipeline assessments.Significant valuation reductions have been awarded that create hardships for communities. A recent law change created the binding tax appeal process but has caused major problems for some communities suffering a value reduction in 2018 that was announced too late to allow for proper local Truth-in-Taxation notifications and possible proposed tax rate changes.Oak Park Heights was among those caught in the timing squeeze last year.The proposal to move the tax appeal process decision deadline from Aug.1 to June 15 is viewed as"too ambitious,"according to Department of Revenue testimony.A compromise deadline date has not yet been adopted by the conference committee. Water infrastructure funding It appears that the House strategy to adequately fund water Infrastructure projects will require inclusion of a substantial 2019 bonding bill.So far,the Senate has shown no interest in putting together a bonding proposal,but these proposals have occasionally come together at the very end of session in order to reach a global budget deal. The Senate has not eliminated statutory language from 2018 designating legacy environmental trust funds to the wastewater infrastructure needs of cities 5,000 and under.In the omnibus environment and natural resources bill —SF 2314,the Senate provides$9.34 million from the Water Infrastructure Funding Program to cities under 5,000 for these projects.The House position provides for$6.5 million in loans—not restricted to cities under 5,000.Some legislators have indicated a willingness to reignite the constitutional battle in court related to designating legacy trust funds to pay for water infrastructure,risking another potential delay to these high-priority projects. In his bonding request for 2019,the governor proposes a total of$67 million in water infrastructure projects through the Public Facilities Authority(PFA).In HF 2529,the House matches the governor's requests for Drinking Water at$25 million,Clean Water Infrastructure at$15 million and Point Source Water Infrastructure at$22 million.The House specifies additional projects to bring its PFA total request to$124.45 million. MAOSC By-laws revisions proposed The MAOSC Board of Directors met in St. Paul on May 7 and preliminarily approved revision of MAOSC By-laws to be considered at the annual meeting next month.While most of the revisions are technical or clarify current organizational practices,at least one change would be considered substantive. Under the proposed revisions,the Board Officers and Executive Committee(President,Vice President,Secretary,Treasurer and Past President—ex- officio)will serve one two-year term;prior to the single term limit,two terms(totaling four years)has been allowed.The current officers began their terms in July 2018,and will be term-limited effective July 2020 under the change in By-laws,if approved. The MAOSC annual meeting will be conducted as part of the League of Minnesota Cities(LMC)gathering in Duluth.The annual meeting is set for Wednesday,June 26,2 pm,St.Louis River Room of the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center,350 Harbor Dr.,Duluth,MN 55802. By-laws revision details:httos://www.maosc.org/index.asp?SEC=2F97882B-554E-4453-8D42-7D4B23456E6A&Tvoe=B BASIC HMO reserve assets resolution passes The proposed Nonprofit HMO conversion of assets resolution was approved by the MAOSC Board at its May 7 meeting. Brought forward by MAOSC Vice President Tim Burkhardt,the resolution seeks protections when nonprofit health maintenance organizations(HMOs)convert to for-profit status,safeguarding against potential negative financial and health care impacts on state residents who contributed to the current estimated$6.7 billion nonprofit HMO reserves. 13 of 32 The pro-rata share of estimated HMO financial reserves put at risk for residents of small cities(population 5,000 and under)totals more than$800 million.The stand alone bill addressing HMO assets conversions is HF 533 (summary).The issue is likely to be considered in the HHS conference committee-HF 2414. Based on their high favorable margins last year,some of the Minnesota HMOs are expected to rebate a portion of premiums collected to their individual plan enrollees. Approved resolution:https://files.constantcontact.com/3ab79aOb101/cd9lc6a3-f728-498d-8c86-748ldb3822a5.ndf Stable funding for streets Despite their apparent philosophical differences on raising dedicated highway user taxes versus diverting existing general fund dollars to meet mounting road maintenance needs,the House and Senate transportation conference committee chairs have consistently made it clear that they can work together well to reach agreement. Rep. Frank Hornstein(DFL-Minneapolis)and Sen.Scott Newman(R-Hutchinson)already achieved a major conference committee success this year by passing Hands-free Mobile Phone legislation—HF 500-Chapter 11.They also appear to be headed toward agreement on another major issue—replacing the troubled MnLARS system.They shared a light moment last week in memory of a former legislative colleague,Tommy Rukavina. Of course,the parameters of the larger transportation funding issue are mostly out of the hands of Hornstein and Newman—to be determined by the governor and legislative leaders in the final week of the regular session,or sometime later in June under threat of a state government shutdown.The prospects for stable state funding for Small Cities Streets assistance likely relies on agreement to substantially increase funding for highways and transit. At a recent press gathering,Newman was asked by a StarTribune editorial writer about the prospects for long-term Small Cities Streets assistance,the Senate Transportation chair responded that with a zero dollar fiscal target from the general fund,Small Cities Streets received the few dollars to be found that had fallen to the"bottom line."The$1.25 million in biennial funding is in the base—a fraction of the$21.285 million in base funding provided in the House.The key point is that neither the House nor the Senate had proposed base funding previously,and now both chambers are stating the case for stable streets funding for the 707 cities with populations under 5,000.The Senate chair was making it clear that the small cities would be a priority if additional income becomes available. The House plan includes funding for small cities through complex statutory changes in the Motor Vehicle Lease Sales Tax(MVLST)and other tax sources that require increased overall revenue increases to adequately support metro and greater Minnesota transit,as well. When you contact your local legislators this week,please point out to them that it will take a 5-cent gas tax hike to catch up with the streets-repair buying power made available seven years ago when the Minnesota gas tax last increased in 2012.MAOSC research calculated the inflation rate based on the National Highway Construction Cost Index(NHCCI)—which is the same inflation factor the governor uses in his gas tax indexing proposal.Without the state keeping up with inflation for roads dedication,the costs simply keep mounting for local taxpayers. In fact, for the most recent six years that data is available(2010-16),the state cost-shifting has raised costs locally onto cities,counties and townships by an unsustainable 8 percent yearly—a 59 percent hike in only six years.(Non- partisan Nouse Research memo based on State Auditor annual reports.) Jobs,Housing&Local Control issues When it comes to the workplace,affordable housing and local control/pre-emption issues,most of the action centers on the Jobs conference committee where HF 2208 has substantial fiscal and policy differences. Much attention has focused on paid family and medical leave supported by the House.Although most city governments are likely largely in compliance with the proposed provisions,some local government associations are raising concerns about the increase in payroll costs attached to the plan.The Senate bill blocks cities from setting a higher 14 of 32 minimum wage,or regulating paid leave and other employment standards,and applies the prohibition retroactively to negate ordinances passed in the Twin Cities two years ago. Most of the housing initiatives are included in SF 2266 where agricultural,rural development and housing provisions will be worked out in conference committee.On the House side,late changes shifted$3 million more into the Housing Challenge Program,and$2 million was added into market rate workforce housing projects in greater Minnesota.The House and Walz budget$2 million in local housing trust funds,but the Senate does not include any funding for the initiative.The governor and House propose$120 million in nonprofit housing infrastructure appropriation bonds(MHFA),and$30 million for housing rehabilitation bonds. In the Tax bill,the Senate proposes a unified lower 0.25 percent property tax rate for the 4D low-income housing class rate,but the proposal raises concerns about cost-shifting tax burdens.The Senate tax bill also includes a study of the Affordable Housing Tax Credit Contribution Fund(the tax credit is supported by MAOSC). http://www.sta rtribune.com/as-legislature-wraps-up-partisan-d iffere nces-ha ng-on-budget-negotiations/509778102 Battling Emerald Ash Borer Some help for cities deal with the Emerald Ash Borer(EAB)disease could be on the way.The environment and natural resources conference committee will be working out this issue.The House proposal includes$1 million for local units of government to develop community ash management plans that will cover up to 75 percent of the costs.The Senate sets aside$199,000 for one fiscal year to fund a partnership between the Mississippi Park Connection(MPC)and the state Conservation Corps working with volunteers to plant 15,000 trees to replenish areas hit hard by EAB losses. (The tree-planting effort is not limited to areas covered by the MPC.) Women in City Government awards Minnesota Women in City Government(MWCG)recognizes exceptional and distinguished appointed and elected officials who have made a significant impact on city government.To nominate someone for this award,please complete the form below and submit it to the Minnesota Women in City Government with supporting documentation. Nominations are due by 4:30 pm on Friday,May 24,2019. Nominations will be reviewed by the Minnesota Women in City Government Board and will be announced on June 27th at the League of Minnesota Cities Conference in Duluth. Nominations are accepted via e-mail the MWCG Board at mnwomeningovtggmail.com. https://fi les.consta ntcontact.com/3ab79a0b101/d06d0af5-0874-406b-877a-cb ledfl5fcfc.pdf -END- 15 END-15 of 32 Eric Johnson From: Mary Mccomber <marymccomber@aol.com> Sent: Monday, May 13,2019 10:10 AM To: Eric Johnson Subject: Fwd:This Week at the Minnesota Legislature May 13,2019 For weekly notes ----Original Message--- From: Lockridge Grindal Nauen P.L.L.P. <legalert@locklaw.com> To: marymccomber@aol.com <marymccomber@aol.com> Sent: Mon, May 13,2019 9:55 am Subject: This Week at the Minnesota Legislature —May 13, 2019 h�f1u��' } FF n FLOCKRIDGE t y - m Y 1 NAUEN at Low a nndal, H.Theodore This eek at the Minnesota Legislature — May 13, 2019 Last week, Senate Republican leadership, House DFL leadership, and Governor Walz were unable to come to an agreement on joint budget targets for the individual budget conference committees— thereby missing their self-imposed deadline of coming to an Rebecca J. Karnninen agreement by May 6. Negotiations among the leaders resumed over Partner the weekend and will continue into the week. Senate Majority Leader r Paul Gazelka(R-Nisswa)said last week that he hoped for the joint targets to be agreed-upon by Wednesday. With the joint budget target deadline of May 6 extended into this week,the next deadline of having conference committee reports passed out of conference committees by today is no longer in place. Instead, conference committees will continue to meet to go over similarities and differences between the House and Senate versions 1 16 of 32 Daniel G.Larson of budget bills. Some conference committee have already begun to Government Relations adopt same or similar language between the two bills. Once budget targets are assigned, conference committees will then begin the work of reconciling the differences between the two bills and passing a conference committee report meeting the target they have been assigned for the budget area of their jurisdiction. Amos A. Briggs The 2019 Legislative Session is scheduled to conclude by 11:59 PM Government Relations on Monday, May 20—one week from today. s The members of the House and Senate listed below have been M assigned to the following conference committees: Taxes Senator Roger Chamberlain (R-Lino Lakes) Peter H. Glessing Associate i Senator Dave Senjem (R-Rochester) Communications& Senator Gary Dahms (R-Redwood Falls) Grassroots Advocacy Senator Jeff Howe (R-Rockville) Senator Ann Rest(DFL-New Hope) Representative Paul Marquart(DFL-Dilworth) Representative Diane Loeffler(DFL-Minneapolis) Representative Dave Lislegard (DFL-Aurora) Representative Aisha Gomez(DFL-Minneapolis) Angie A. Hasek Representative Greg Davids (R-Preston) Communications& Grassroots Advocacy E-12 Education _ Senator Carla Nelson (R-Rochester) Senator John Jasinski (R-Faribault) Senator Bill Weber(R-Luverne) Senator Justin Eichorn (R-Grand Rapids) Senator Chuck Wiger(DFL-Maplewood) Ann T. Lenczewski Representative Jim Davnie (DFL-Minneapolis) Government Relations rn Representative Cheryl Youakim (DFL-Hopkins) Representative Dave Pinto (DFL-St. Paul) Representative Julie Sandstede(DFL-Hibbing) Representative Dean Urdahl (R-Grove City) Health & Human Services Ian G.Marsh Senator Michelle Benson (R-Ham Lake) Government Relations Senator Jim Abeler(R-Anoka) Senator Paul Utke (R-Park Rapids) ' Senator Scott Jensen (R-Chaska) Senator John Marty(DFL-Roseville) Representative Tina Liebling (DFL-Rochester) Representative Rena Moran (DFL-St. Paul) Representative Jennifer Schultz(DFL-Duluth) 2 17 of 32 Nathaniel C. Mussell Representative Laurie Halverson (DFL-Eagan) Partner Representative Rod Hamilton (R-Mountain Lake) Higher Education � r Senator Paul Anderson (R-Plymouth) Senator Rich Draheim (R-Madison Lake) Senator Scott Jensen (R-Chaska) Jessica E. Lindeen Senator Jerry Relph (R-St. Cloud) Government Relations Senator Greg Clausen (DFL-Apple Valley) ,mow Representative Connie Bernardy (DFL-New Brighton) Representative Laurie Pryor(DFL-Minnetonka) Representative Ben Lien (DFL-Moorhead) - Representative Ginny Klevorn (DFL-Plymouth) Representative Bud Nornes (R-Fergus Falls) KaraRelations Governnmentent RJudiciary& Public Safety , Senator Warren Limmer(R-Maple Grove) _. Senator Bruce Anderson (R-Buffalo) ! � Senator Mark Johnson (R-East Grand Forks) a. Senator Andrew Lang (R-Olivia) "Ji; Senator Ron Latz (DFL-St. Louis Park) Cullen D.Sheehan Representative Carlos Mariani (DFL-St. Paul) Government Relations Representative John Lesch (DFL-St. PauO Representative Kelly Moller(DFL-Arden Hills) Representative Dave Pinto (DFL-St. Paul) Representative Nick Zerwas (R-Elk River) ( Jobs&Energy Senator Scott Pratt(R-Prior Lake) Senator Gary Dahms (R-Redwood Falls) Senator Dave Osmek (R-Mound) Senator Karin Housley (R-St. Mary's Point) Senator Erik Simonson (DFL-Duluth) Representative Tim Mahoney(DFL-St. Paul) Representative Jean Wagenius (DFL-Minneapolis) } Representative Zack Stephenson (DFL-Coon Rapids) Representative Jamie Long (DFL-Minneapolis) Representative Hodan Hassan (DFL-Minneapolis) Transportation Senator Scott Newman (R-Hutchinson) Senator John Jasinski (R-Fadbauft) Senator Dan Hall (R-Burnsville) Senator Jason Rarick(R-Pine City) Senator Scott Dibble (DFL-Minneapolis) 3 18 of 32 Representative Frank Hornstein (DFL-Minneapolis) Representative Erin Koegel (DFL-Spring Lake Park) Representative Brad Tabke (DFL-Shakopee) Representative Ruth Richardson (DFL-Mendota Heights) Representative Paul Torkelson (R-Hanska) Environment&Natural Resources Senator Bill Ingebrigtsen (R-Alexandria) Senator Carrie Ruud (R-Breezy Point) Senator Justin Eichorn (R-Grand Rapids) Senator Mark Johnson (R-East Grand Forks) Senator David Tomassoni (DFL-Chisholm) Representative Rick Hansen (DFL-South St. Paul) Representative John Persell(DFL-Bemidji) Representative Peter Fischer(DFL-Maplewood) Representative Jamie Becker-Finn (DFL-Roseville) Representative Nathan Nelson (R-Hinckley) State Government Finance Senator Mary Kiffmeyer(R-Big Lake) Senator Bruce Anderson (R-Buffalo) Senator Mark Koran (R-North Branch) Senator Andrew Matthews (R-Milaca) Senator Jim Carlson (DFL-Eagan) Representative Mike Nelson (DFL-Brooklyn Park) Representative Mike Freiberg (DFL-Golden Valley) A Representative Rob Ecklund (DFL-International Falls) Representative Ray Dehn (DFL-Minneapolis) Representative Deb Kiel (R-Crookston) Agriculture& Housing Senator Torrey Westrom (R-Elbow Lake) Senator Bill Weber(R-Luverne) Senator Mike Goggin (R-Red Wing) Senator Rich Draheim (R-Madison Lake) Senator Kari Dziedzic(DFL-Minneapolis) Representative Jean Poppe (DFL-Austin) Representative Alice Hausman (DFL-St. Paul) Representative Gene Pelowski (DFL-Winona) Representative Todd Lippert (DFL-Northfield) g� Representative Bob Gunther(R-Fairmont) i Nlinne pcali ' —IF, Washington D.C. 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This message was intended for: marymccomberc@aol.com 660 North Capitol Street, NW, Suite 450 Washington, DC 20001 Privacy Policy ©2018 NLC, All Rights Reserved Powered by `Whey Logie 4 24 of 32 Metro Cities News 5/10/19 Page 1 of 5 CMETRO CITIES Member Login 8 ®4 etropolitan Mwdevoides Home Metro Cities News About Us Meetings&Events Membership Advocacy Policies&Resources MAMA Return to the blog Upcoming Events Metro Cities News 5/10/19 by:Kimberly Ciarrocchi Thu Jun1s,20 category:Newsletter I MAMA Golf To19 urn,mem Category:MAMA Thu Jun 20,2019 May Metro Citjes Board of Directors 10 In This Issue: Meelina Category:Metro Chles Board of D'vettors Slate Budget Negoti5i'dons•10 Usys Until Ad'ournment Thu Jun 27,2019 Transportation:Action Alert Metro Coles S{2akfast ra the • TransportLMC Annual Conferenceation Conference Committee ' Crtegory:Heating Conference Committee Updates tdcn Jul e,zolf^ ° Taxes Trenscortatlon&General Environment Government Poilcv Committee Jobs and Wgrkforce Development ° Housina Cate9ory:Po9ryC-1K0aa State Government Tue Jul 9,2019 Municipal Revenues Policy Your Feedback is Needed:Metro Cities'License and Permit Fee Survey Committee#1 • State Revenues See Uptick in April rategory:Pdlgca,nnnhtee Metronolitaanouncii Makes Advisory Committees A000lnt,gra View Full Calendar 2019 Metro Cities Policy Committees Metro Citis Breakfast at the June LMC Annual Conference • EVENT:Metropolitan Council Environmental services(MCES)01&n House&Budget Workshop Announcements I.11{s of N01 It's time to plan for 2019 Metro Cities Policy Committees!Metro Cit!es'policy committees annually develop policy recommendations State Budget Negotiations;10 Days Until Adjournment based on input from member city representatives.Committees After today,there are 10 days remaining in the 2019 regular legislative session before the Legislature submit policy recommendations must adjourn sine die.Conference committees on omnibus bills are appointed and meeting.Legislative to the Board of Directors for leaders and Governor Walz have also had several meetings as they work to negotiate the parameters of review,modification and a state budget framework and spending and revenues across all state budget jurisdictions. distribution to the generalmembership.The membership will meet in November,prior to the Negotiating a state budget is never an easy task and is usually marked by fits and starts,long and short legislative session,to debate and meetings,intermittent press conferences,and this year,a new Governor and House Speaker.There are adopt Metro Citles'policies for the also vast differences in what is being recommended among the Governor,House and Senate for the 2020 legislative session. state's budget priorities over the next biennium.Governor Walz is recommending$1.5 billion in new Click to view the schedule for general fund revenues and$1.9 billion in new general fund spending for the FY2020-21 budget.The this summer and for the link to House recommends$2.0 billion in new general fund revenues and recommends$2.4 billion in new sign up. general fund spending in FY 2020-21.The Senate reduces general fund revenue by$642 million and increases general fund spending by$642 million in FY 2020-21.There are also major differences in policy initiatives across jurisdictions(Jobs,E-12,Higher Ed,Judiciary,Taxes,Environment,et al). The first task is for legislative leaders and the Governor to negotiate an overall spending and revenues framework.Once overall revenue and spending targets are agreed to,conference committees receive committee spending targets,and the Individual omnibus bills can be reconciled. Governor Walz has invited legislative leaders to the Governor's fishing opener on Saturday,and leaders are expected to meet again on Sunday evening. 25 of 32 https://www.metrocitiesnm.org/index.php?option=corn dailyplanetblog&view=entry&yea... 5/17/2019 Metro Cities News 5/10/19 Page 2 of 5 Transportation:Action Alert Our Tweets Metro Cities is encouraging city officials to contact your local legislators and members of the Tweets by Transportation Conference Committee to support funding for transportation,including funding to assist @MetroCltlesMN improvements on city streets.Metro Cities sent out a legislative action alert by email on Thursday. N MA Miro Metro Cities'policies support funding for a multi-model system,including roads,bridges and transit. @MetroCitiesMN Metro Cities'policies do not specify revenue sources.Metro Cities also supports Municipal Street Aid Senate Finance Committee passes bill to allow for a (MSA),funding for the Small Cities Assistance Account that assists local street needs not covered continuation of state under the MSA formula,and creation of a Large Cities Account. appropriations at the February forecast level,if a state budget is Metro Cities is encouraging city officials to thank legislators for their work in the area of transportation, not enacted by July 1. and to stress the importance of adequate,ongoing funding to support a multi-modal transportation 12, system.The MN Department of Transportation(MnDOT)has identified a need for an additional$6 billion over current spending levels to support expanding and improving the state's roads and bridges Metro Cities over the next 10 years.There is also a$400 million Identified need for improvements on city street QMetracitiesMN infrastructure.The metro transit system faces a$200 million deficit over the next decade. Transportation conferees adopt both House and Senate(as As legislative leaders and the Governor work to determine spending levels across budget jurisdictions, amended)local speed Omit we encourage you to contact legislators and express support for a comprehensive transportation provisions. funding package that includes support for local street infrastructure needs. ten Conference Committee -••• Chars Embed View on Twitter Rep.Frank Hornstein rgg.frank.hornsteinfalhquse.mn Sen.Scott J.Newman se0.scott.newmanesenate.mn House Conferees Rep.Erin Koegel ,yi.erin koeaelQhouse.mn Rep.Brad Tabke reg.br(ttabke(giihouse.mn Rep.Ruth Richardson %ru .rjchard oonn0house.mn Rep.Paul Torkelson _ .paul.torkelson0house.mn Senate Conferees Sen,John Jasinski Sen.Dan Hall Sen.Jason Rarick Sen.Scott Dibble Transportation Conference Committee The conference committee for HF 1555 met twice this week.The committee invited testimony from MnDOT,the Metropolitan Council,Department of Public Safety,LMC,MN Townships Association and the Farmers Union.Agency heads discussed provisions not supported by the Governor's transportation budget.The committee this week adopted some provisions identical in both bills including a provision to maintain a.35 percent funding floor for suburban transit providers for the regional allocation of transit funding from the Motor Vehicle Sales Tax by removing a 2019 sunset date. The next meeting of the committee has not yet been scheduled but is likely to be early next week.To view the committee side-by-side comparisons,click Conference Committee Updates Below are updates on conference committees and provisions in bills of interest to Metro Cities. axes The Taxes Conference Committee has been meeting,with staff conducting a side-by-side walk through of the Senate and House tax bill versions of HF 2125,and the committee discussing various subject areas in the bills.The committee spent its Wednesday meeting discussing local option sales tax and tax increment financing(TIF)proposals in the bills.It was noted that local option sales tax proposals for the cities of West Saint Paul and Excelsior are the first local sales taxes to be considered for suburban communities.The committee also discussed new proposed requirements for local sales taxes.The 26 of 32 https://www.metrocitiesmn.org/index.php?option=com dailyplanetblog&view-entry&yea... 5/17/2019 Metro Cities News 5/10/19 Page 3 of 5 committee did not act on any proposals and has not acted on any items to date.The conference committee is scheduled to meet Friday afternoon;a weekend schedule is not certain at this point. Environment The conference committee for SF 2314,the Omnibus Environment Bill,held three hearings this week and heard extensive public testimony.Metro Cities staff testified in support of funding for grants to cities to mitigate the effects of the emerald ash borer infestation included in the House version of the bill.The committee has begun discussions of policy sections of the bills and has adopted some non- controversial sections that were identical in both bills. The next meeting of the committee has not yet been scheduled but will likely be early next week.To view the committee side-by-side comparisons of spending provisions,click .lobs and WorkforceOeve/nnment The Jobs,Energy and Commerce conference committee began meeting May 3.To date,nonpartisan staff explained the -ompetino budget pr000: and compared itay lancuace .The committee has taken testimony from the DEED,Commerce and Labor&Industry commissioners and adopted several sections of energy policy.The committee has also heard testimony on climate change and the House proposals on earned sick and safe time,family medical leave,and House and Senate wage theft proposals. Metro Cities is supporting base funding for the Minnesota Investment Fund,Job Creation Fund and Redevelopment Grant Program.There are several policy changes included in the bills related to these programs,including increased wage requirements and increasing the MIF award cap from$1 million to $2 million.Contact Charlie Vander Aarde at 651-215-4001 or iarlietametrocitiesmn.. with any questions. Housino The Agriculture and Housing conference committee met three times this week.On Tuesday legislative staff explained the competing budget gmr-�ffl&and Wicy language differences.On Wednesday,the committee heard from Minnesota Housing Commissioner Jennifer Ho and on Friday the committee discussed the agriculture provisions in the omnibus bills. Wednesday's discussions focused on the Challenge Program,one of Minnesota Housing's most flexible funding sources,responsive to locally identified housing needs.The Senate bill includes policy changes with new definitions and requirements around"locally identified housing needs","housing needs of the local workforce,"and cuts the Challenge Program by$3.5 million in FY2020-21.The House does not include programmatic changes and increases Challenge funding by$7 million In FY2020-21.Contact Charlie Vander Aarde at 651-215-4001 or charlie metrocitiesmn.o with any questions. State Government The State Government Conference Committee held meetings this week,with staff conducting a side-by- side walk through of the Senate and House proposals.Of interest to and supported by Metro Cities is the local government compensation cap removal at the end of the Houes version of the bill in Article 2. Metro Cities is also tracking the elections pieces found in the House version of the bill,Article 4. The conference committee heard from several testifiers on Tuesday and discussed same and similar language Thursday.On Friday,the chairs of the two committees and legislative research staff met to analyze same and similar language.They will meet as a full committee Monday to adopt agreed upon same and similar provisions. Your Feedback is Needed:Metro Cities'License&Permit Fee Survey Metro Cities has provided a License and Permit Fee Survey biennially for several years,and we're approaching the time when we would normally begin to open the survey for updates.The vendor Metro Cities contracts with has notified us that the survey software needs significant upgrades before it can be updated.Metro Cities will hold on updating the survey to address the necessary upgrades. This presents a timely opportunity for Metro Cities to examine the survey product and determine member satisfaction levels and future needs.Metro Cities will form a focus group of city staff to determine how the survey is utilized,its benefits and challenges,whether the survey should continue, and what a survey should look like going forward.We want to determine whether the survey meets your needs,what could be changed,and how to move forward to ensure that this is a useful product. 27 of 32 hos://www.metrocitiesmn.orglindex.php?option=corn dailyplanetblog&view=entry&yea... 5/17/2019 Metro Cities News 5/10/19 Page 4 of 5 We would like to know-as soon as possible-whether you have an interest in serving on the focus group.The time commitment is expected to be three to four meetings over the summer and fall.Your input is invaluable as we examine the survey product.Regardless of whether or not you serve on the focus group,we invite and encourage you to share any feedback from your experience using the License and Permit Fee Survey or options for the survey that you wish would be available.Please email Please note!The coordinatorside of the survey where you upload data is currently closed,but existing survey data can be accessed until Friday,May 31 at through the member side.After that date,the site will be closed.You can access the link to the login page on our website here: www.metrocttlesmn.org exte .Select the login link for the Municipal License and Permit Fee Survey.(Your login information should be the same.Please contact Kimberly if you don't have your login information or are having trouble logging in.)You can download the information as an Excel file to maintain access to the survey data after the site closes.You can also contact Kimberly after Friday, May 31 st if you wish to access the information. Questions or comments?Please contact Kimberly at 651-215-4000 or cimberly metrocitiesmn.ory. State Revenues See Uptick in April The April 2019 revenue update released by the MN Office of Management and Budget today,shows that net general fund revenues are$489 million,or 17.1%more than what was forecast.Receipts from some taxes exceeded what was forecast,while other revenues were lower than expected.MMB officials noted that monthly revenue updates vary,are preliminary and subject to revision.Click to review the revenue update.The next budget forecast will be released in November 2019. Metropolitan Council Makes Advisory Committees Appointments The Metropolitan Council appointed residents from across the region to several advisory committees on May 8.Appointments were made to the Audit Committee,Investment R view CQmmittee,Lly3ble Communities Advisory Committee.!A&Transportation Accessibility Advisory Committee and Eauity Advisory Committee. 2019 Metro Cities Policy Committees It's time to startthinking about Metro Cities'Policy Committees!Policy Committees meet in July, August,and September and cover four different policy areas:Transportation and General Government, Municipal Revenues,Metropolitan Agencies,Housing and Economic Development.Policy Committees recommend legislative policies for the next legislative session,and those policies serve as a foundation for our work at Metro Cities.Being part of a Policy Committee is a great opportunity for your city to have a voice in the processes for the policies as well as at the legislature. Policy committees are open to city staff and elected officials and the form to sign-up can be found on our website on the Policy Committe Whether you are new or have participated in the past,we welcome your participation on one or more committees in 2019. Remember. Committees will meet either Monday,Tuesday,or Wednesday in the morning from 9:00-11:30 am or the afternoon from 1:00-3:30.The committees and dates are listed on our website here,and updates and additional information will be posted on these pages as it becomes available. • Please actively sign up for the committee(s)you wish to attend,even if you have been on the committee in the past.This will help us keep our rosters current and correct! • All meetings take place at the Metro Cities/League of MN Cities building at 145 University Avenue West,St.Paul. We look forward to seeing you this summer!Questions?Contact Kimberly at 651-215-4000 or k1mberly ftetrocklesmo.c Metro Cities Breakfast at the June LMC Annual Conference 28 of 32 https://www.metrocitiesmn.org/index.php?option=com dailyplanetblog&view—entry&yea... 5/17/2019 Metro Cities News 5/10/19 Page 5 of 5 If you're attending the 2019 League of MN Cities'Annual Conference in June in Duluth at the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center(DECC),plan to join your metro colleagues for breakfast on Thursday, June 27th at 7:30 am.This is a great chance to mingle with other Metro Cities members and to hear a brief update from Metro Cities staff. If you're able to join us,please let Kimberly know at 651-215-4000 or kimben,,,,,,,, ,, as soon as possible.We hope to see you there! EVENT:Metropolitan Council Environmental Services(MCES)Open House&Budget Workshops The Metropolitan Council invites MCES customers to participate in one of two Metropolitan Council Environmental Services(MCES)Open House and Budget Workshops.Topics covered will include proposed 2020 MCES Budget and Municipal Wastewater Charge,MCES Capital Improvement Program, and MCES Customer Survey Results and Customer Portal.Workshop dates,times,and locations are listed below. Thursday,May 23 9:00-10:30 am Minnetonka Community Center Banquet Room 14600 Minnetonka Blvd Minnetonka,MN Thursday,June 6 1:30-3:00 pm League of MN Cities St.Croix Room 145 University Ave W St.Paul,MN Please RSVP by contacting Sara Running at 651-602-1531 or sara.running®metc.state.mn us by Friday, May 17. Bills of Note HF 2870.Huot:BIII relates to local government employment.It limits the length of employment suspension for employment misconduct to no more than 90 days. HF 2876•Runbeck:Bill requires video cameras to record light rail transit vehicle operators and requires a report on light rail transit safety features. HF 2877 O'Driscoll:Bill creates a voluntary small employer paid family leave insurance program. Share this post: Metro Cities(Association of Metropolitan Municipalities) 145 University Ave W,Suite 125 St.Paul,MN 55103 651-215-4000 Back to top powered by 0 MembwLlids 29 of 32 https://www.metrocitiesmn.org/index.php?option=com dailyplanetblog&view=entry&yea... 5/17/2019 Eric Johnson From: Mary Mccomber <marymccomber@aol.com> Sent: Friday, May 10,2019 5:24 PM To: Eric Johnson Subject: Fwd: Legislative Update- May 10,2019 For weekly notes-I have sent you these in the past, and maybe each councilmember and staff are getting these directly??? ----Original Message---- From: rep.shelly.christensen <rep.shelly.chdstensen@house.mn> To:Announcements from Representative Shelly Christensen <rep_shelly_Christensen_list@ww3.house.leg.state.mn.us> Sent: Fri, May 10, 2019 5:18 pm Subject: Legislative Update-May 10, 2019 Representafive Shelly Christensen MINNEWMA MWEE OF REPRESENTATIVES DISTRICT 39B Dear Neighbors, As we approach the end of session, it's important to double down on our priorities as the House, Senate, and Governor continue to negotiate our state budget. Our proposed budget in the Minnesota House was the product of countless values-based conversations all over the state, and as we put our work up against the Senate, it's important to highlight areas that are crucial to Minnesotans. E-12 Education Our historic investments in education are some of the highlights of the DFL House's budget, and as a retired teacher, I know they would help deliver the world-class education our students deserve. You can see below how the investments we made in the House stack up against those in the Senate. i 30 of 32 Proposed Funding for Stillwater Area Public Schools r",. 1 1 House DFL Senate OP House DFL Senate GOP Budget Budget Budget Budget 2020 2021 (09) #mnvaluesbudget Schools in Stillwater would see a $587 increase in per-pupil funding over the next two years. These responsible investments are the kind we need to help build a stronger, smarter Minnesota. Minnesota Values Budget For more on the proposals coming out of our Minnesota Values Budget, you can read about the innovations and investments we're making in the House on health care, education, transportation, and taxes here. These are honest solutions to complicated issues that we can't ignore. I wasn't sent to St. Paul to look the other way and hope a problem solves itself; I'm here to fight for your right to live in a state where your values and priorities are reflected in a state budget that moves Minnesota forward. I hope you'll join me in urging my Senate colleagues to come to the table and do some meaningful work for our state. 2 31 of 32 Legislative Survey As always, I want to hear from you. To make that easier, I've created a survey on some of the subjects we're taking on in the Minnesota Legislature, and I want to know where you stand. You can take that survey online Stay In Touch Please reach out to me with your questions or comments on the legislative process at (651) 296- 4244, rep.shelly.christensen@house.mn, or like my Facebook page. I look forward to hearing from you! Sincerely, Representative Shelly Christensen 10 0 0 click to unsubscribe 3 32 of 32