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weekly notes August 23 2019
CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS WEF NU E for: August 23rd,2019 TO: City Council Mem r�'& St FROM: Eric Johnson,Cit �tmi 's or, i Zoning&Development Items: 1. The City has received two applications—the bus garage si -CUP for a dud ' g facility&the former Goodwill site for a private car club use and repair operations.Please see the attached STAFF mem reviews r d to these applications.We will be meeting with applicants again next week. ~ 2. Staff expects to provide the MET COUNCIL with its FINAL version of the City's 2018 Comprehensive Plan early next week. This final submission is planned after making several attempts to address—essentially trivial matters from MET COUNCIL comments on at least two occasions. We would hope and expect that they will deem the submission complete and in compliance with associated statute MN STAT, 473.859(not that it wasn't in past submissions)Scottand Lee and all parties involved have done a fine job preparing the necessary documents and MET COUNCIL's approval would be a very reasonable expectation. Other Items: • Betty Caruso and I did meet with Kevin Corbid of Washington County to discuss options related to the valuation figures planned to be used for the truth-n-taxation notices that will be sent out after Oct 1 st. In short,the County may be using the"incorrect"data with preliminary Xcel Energy values that are over-stated.We asked if the County could investigate options to use the REVISED AND FINAL values that show the reductions in Xcel values as these are what should be used to base the City 2020 Budget upon. They would better serve the term''truth in taxation". ■ Enclosed is a report from the Washington County CDA about home ownership and various programs they offer and foreclosure data. • Council Member Johnson provided a summary memo from her attendance of the LMC- Improving Service Delivery Policy Meeting. Mayor McComber provided: 1. Metro Cities News for August 23rd,2019 2, NLC Civic Review—Summer Edition&Weekly for August 17�h,2019 3. MASOC-Newsletter for August 191h, 2019 Please let me know if you have any questions-651-253-7837 Call Anytime. 1 of 25 3601 Thurston Avenue N, Suite 100 Anoka, MN 55303 Phone: 763.237.5840 Facsimile: 763.427.0520 TPCTPCgP1annin9Co.com August 21 , 2019 Pat Velasco/Kevin Crail Boo Boo's Garage 5899 Nova Scotia Avenue Oak Park Heights, Minnesota 55082 RE: Oak Park Heights — Boo Boo's Garage — 5899 Nova Scotia Avenue FILE NO: 236.02 — 19.09 Dear Mr. Velasco and Mr. Crail: The City is in receipt of your application materials submitted on August 12, 2019 for use of the existing building at 5899 Nova Scotia Avenue for a private auto club with minor auto repair and outdoor storage. The application consists of requests for a Conditional Use Permit for allowing the minor auto repair and outdoor storage in the B-4 Limited Business District. With this letter we are notifying you that the application is not complete. The City will deem it complete with receipt of the following items by August 28, 2019: 1. Provide plans for emergency vehicle access through the security gate. 2. Provide additional details on the outdoor trailer parking including numbers of trailers to be stored at one time. 3. Are there plans for business signage? 4. Are there any plans for exterior changes to the exterior of the building or site? 5. Plans should be provided for waste, recycling and tire storage on site. 6. Identify any changes to the building that will be required for the change of use for auto repair, including details on floor drains/oil trap, air exchange systems and fire suppression. 7. A structural engineers plan for the access ramp shall be provided. 8. Determine if automotive waste material storage requires permitting from Washington County. 9. Provide pictures of existing screening, especially as it relates to the trailer storage area. We would invite you and your representatives to a staff meeting on August 28, 2019 at 12:00 PM at City Hall to discuss these issues and address any questions you may have. If all the application materials are submitted as requested, the Planning Commission would consider the application at a meeting scheduled for September 12, 2019 at 6:00 PM in the City Hall Council chambers. 2 of 25 Pat Velasco/Kevin Crail Page 2 Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes 15.99, Sub. 3(f), the City of Oak Park Heights is herewith extending the period of time for agency/city review of the application for an additional 60-day period (for a total of 120 days from the date of a complete application) inasmuch as the City has determined that additional research and study by the City staff relative to the complexity of the project as proposed will be required. Please contact me at Scott pianningco.com or 952.221.0547 with any questions you may have. Sincerely, Scott Richards — City Planning Consultant to the City of Oak Park Heights The Planning Company LLC c: Eric Johnson, Julie Hultman 2 3 of 25 TPC3601 Thurston Avenue N, Suite 100 Anoka, MN 55303 Phone: 763.231.5840 Facsimile: 763.427.0524 TPC(CpP1annrn9Co-cora. August 21, 2019 Idiris Mohamud Minnehaha Transportation Inc. 2507 Walnut Street Roseville MN, Minnesota 55113 RE: Oak Park Heights— Minnehaha Transportation Inc. — 5280/5288 Stagecoach Trail North FILE NO: 236.02 — 19.08 Dear Mr. Mohamud: The City is in receipt of your application materials submitted on August 13, 2019 for use of the site at 5280/5288 Stagecoach Trail North for outdoor storage of trucks and truck repair. The application consists of a request for a Conditional Use Permit to allow the outdoor storage of trucks on site. With this letter we are notifying you that the application is not complete. The City will deem it complete with receipt of the following items by August 28, 2019: 1 . Provide a new application with original signatures and initials of both the owner and the applicant. 2. Mailing labels from Washington County need to be provided no later than August 26, 2019. 3. Are there plans for business signage? 4. Provide color site pictures. 5. Clarify the operations and business hours. Will there be trucks accessing the site after business hours? 6. A permit application has been received for a new water service. Please provide additional detail or plans on this service line. We would invite you and your representatives to a staff meeting on August 28, 2019 at 11:30 AM at City Hall to discuss these issues and address any questions you may have. If all the application materials are submitted as requested, the Planning Commission would consider the application at a meeting scheduled for September 12, 2019 at 6:00 PM in the City Hall Council chambers. 4 of 25 Idiris Mohamud Page 2 Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes 15.99, Sub. 3(f), the City of Oak Park Heights is herewith extending the period of time for agency/city review of the application for an additional 60-day period (for a total of 120 days from the date of a complete application) inasmuch as the City has determined that additional research and study by the City staff relative to the complexity of the project as proposed will be required. Please contact me at sc_ottAplanni_n_gco.com or 952.221.0547 with any questions you may have. Sincerely, Scott Richards — City Planning Consultant to the City of Oak Park Heights The Planning Company LLC c: Eric Johnson, Julie Hultman 2 5 of 25 Eric Johnson From: Bill Lightner <BillL@washingtoncountycda,org> Sent: Thursday, August 22, 2019 1:56 PM To: Abbi Whittman; Bayport; birchwoodvillage; Bob Streetar- Oakdale; Bryan Bear - Hugo; Cottage Grove John Burbank; Cottage Grove Samantha Drewry; Dellwood; Emily Becker Lake Elmo; Forest Lake; Hugo- Emily Weber; Hugo-Chuck Preisler; Hugo-Eric Maass; Hugo-Rachel Leitz (RLeitz@ahugo.mn.us); Karl Batalden (karl.batalden@woodburymn.gov); Kevin Walsh; Lakeland; Lakeland Shores; Neil Soltis - Scandia; Newport - Deb Hill; Eric Johnson; Oakdale - Kenneth Meuwissen; Oakdale - linnea@ci_ oakdale. mn. us; Scott Neilson - Mahtomedi; St. Mary's Point - Cindie Reiter; Tom McCarty (tmccarty@ci.stillwater.mn.us); Washington County; Washington County- Jennifer Wagenius Subject: CDA Homeownership update Attachments: 2019 Foreciosures.xlsx Washington County CDA Homeownership Update This homeownership update highlights CDA program information and data. Below you will find information about the following topics: 1. Affordable Home Mortgage Program 2. Homeownership Education and Counseling 3. Home Improvement Loan Programs 4. Septic Treatment System Program 5. Foreclosure Data—update through July 1.Affordable Home Mortgages Down Payment Assistance The CDA's new Down Payment Assistance program recently closed a loan for a home in Oakdale and another one for a townhome in Woodbury. Qualified first-time home buyers can qualify for a loan up to$10,000. Residents can reach out to the Homeownership Team for more details by calling 651-202-2822 or emaiiing homeownership2vashingtoncountycda.org. Start Up Loan Program Your residents can benefit from the CDA's participation in a state-wide bond pool administered by Minnesota Housing to provide low interest loans to first time home buyers with eligible incomes.Through August 12, 2019, 68 loans totaling over$13.9 million have been committed in Washington County through the program. See the Minnesota Housing website for more details: Start Up. 2. Homeownership Education and Counseling The CDA has experienced advisors on all aspects of homeownership. Beginning with preparing to buy a home, our advisors dispel myths that prevent qualified and eligible households from buying, help review mortgage refinancing options, and review workout options for owners struggling or defaulting on their mortgage. The CDA's counseling services are free and confidential. Through August of 2019, the CDA served 31 new education workshop and counseling clients including residents from Birchwood Village, Cottage Grove, Forest Lake, Hugo, Newport, Oakdale, St. Paul Park, and Woodbury. New Home Buyer Workshops 6 of 25 The CDA provides monthly classroom workshops for$40 for new home buyers. For September and October,the CDA is running a special for 50%off the cost of the workshop. Below is a fist of upcoming sessions and a link to the discounted workshop sign-up: -September 12& 19 at 5:00 pm, Discounted Tickets Link -October 22 at 9:00 am, Discounted Tickets Link - November 9 9:00 am Please feel free to link to the on-line registration details on your city's website: Home Stretch. Reverse Mortgage Counseling The CDA is one of just four agencies in the state that offers counseling on reverse mortgages or Home Equity Conversion Mortgages (HECM). In order to be approved for a reverse mortgage, HUD requires the mortgagee attend a third-party counseling appointment with a certified HECM counselor. Clients will learn about what a reverse mortgage is, how it works, and what it costs. Counselors will discuss the pros and cons of a reverse mortgage as well as other options that may be available so that they are able to make a well-informed decision that best fits their situation and needs. 3. Home Improvement Loan Programs Please contact us if you want any brochures or more information as a part of any targeted home improvement initiatives you may have. We are available to meet with you to discuss these programs in depth and can provide promotional newsletter articles as well. See the CDA website for more details: Home Improvement Loan Home Improvement Loan Program This program offers interest free and deferred loans up to$18,000 for health, safety and energy efficient improvements. It is funded by Washington County CDBG (Community Development Block Grant)funds. Recipients must be current on their mortgage, have a household income below 80%of the area median income, and the home's value must fall below the 2019 property value threshold of$348,508. In 2019 the program has assisted five homeowners in Hugo, Oakdale, Scandia, and Cottage Grove. Currently,there are 14 households on the waiting list. The most frequent improvement items are windows, plumbing and electrical repairs. Rehabilitation Loan (RLR)and Emergency and Accessibility Loan (ELP) Programs The CDA is the administrator of RLP and ELP, both funded by Minnesota Housing. The home improvement programs are targeted to homeowners at 30% area median income or below within Washington County. RLP may be used for basic home improvements that directly affect the home's safety, habitability or energy efficiency. This program is available to manufactured homeowners as well. Loans are forgiven after 15 years for standard homes, and 10 years for manufactured homes.The ELP assists homeowners needing emergency assistance or essential accessibility improvements. The RLP has assisted one home in Scandia in 2019 and five are currently in underwriting. 4. Subsurface Septic Treatment System (SSTS) Financial Assistance Programs Failing private septic systems can impair nearby lakes and streams and pose a significant threat to groundwater, the County's sole drinking water source.The cost to replace the average sub-surface septic treatment system (SSTS) can exceed $30,000. Property owners with noncompliant septic systems in your city may benefit from financial assistance programs offered through the CDA in partnership with Washington County Public Health and Environment. Low interest loans up to$100,000 are available with terms of five to ten years. Residential and non-residential property owners can access the loan program.Additionally, low-income households may be eligible for cost-share grants covering one-third of project costs (up to $9,000)through the Clean Water Legacy Fund. Through July, the program has provided $234,300 in loans and$27,246 in grants to property owners in Afton, Cottage Grove, Grant, Lake Elmo, May Township,Scandia, and Stillwater Township.The CDA recently received authorization for additional funds of approximately$78,000 for 2019. See the CDA's website for more details: SSTS S. Foreclosure Data Attached is the CDA foreclosure datasheet updated with information through July 2019. Up-to-date foreclosure information is available from the County at Washington County Foreclosure. Below is a chart of the total sheriff sales by month from 2013 and 2017 through July 2019. The total sheriff sales for 2019 so far is 65,which is 31 less than at this 2 7 of 25 time last year. The chart below of foreclosures by quarter since 2013, shows the quarterly total plateauing at around 27 per quarter for the past four quarters. This is down from around 45 per quarter the prior six quarters. Total Foreclosures by Month 2013, 2017-2019 CDA Datasheet so 70 —•--:air E0 .a,s 50 40 3o 20 10 �r�--- " J _ 0 IS Total Foreclosures 2013-2013 by Quarter CDA Datashleet 200 180 –381 160 NVA 168 140 120 - -- -- 100 80 �5 — 85 60 68 d Q9 _ 40 _44 8 20 28 0 112 3 ! 4 23 4 1 2 ' 3 4 , 1 ; 2 314, 1 . 2 3f4 l T13 4 1 7 ; 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 ! 2019 Bill Lightner Community Development Project Manager 11 WASHINGTON Washington County Community Development Agency COUNTY Community 7645 Currell Boulevard,Woodbury, MN 55125 Development 651-202-2824 phone Agency 651-458-1696 fax 3 8 of 25 TO: Eric Johnson FROM: Carly Johnson CC: Weekly Notes RE: League of Minnesota Cities' Improving Service Delivery Policy Committee Mtg MEMORANDUM On Monday, l attended the League of Minnesota Cities' Improving Service Delivery Policy Committee meeting. Overall,we discussed a list of policies that will be discussed further at tour meeting next month and will be adopted by LMC. If you would like to see the entire packet or have any questions :sif(,,gestions, let me know. We had three speakers attend to discuss: 1) Tobacco 21 - Attorneys with the Public Health Law Center 2) Emerald Ash Bore—Forrest Boe,Director of Forestry 3) MN Dep't of Commerce — [::nergy Tobacco 21 —Attorneys with the Public Health Law Center The presentation consisted of the presenters discussing how 40 cities and counties from across Minnesota, and more jurisdictions nationally, have been moving to increase the age a person can bray tobacco from 18 to 21. The primary reason for this presentation Nva,; to discuss a policy that was brought up by the Minnesota legislature to increase the age to 21 ,talc w ide. The speakers noted that 91% of all smokers start by the age of 21 and 95'/0 st,iri 1-n the age ole 25. Increasing the tobacco age has been helpful at decreasing the smoki]W, s'Titc ' V people age 18-21, however,the biggest success with this policy change is actually the smoking rate for kids age 15-17 since there would be no one in high school of a,,C Lo buy tobacco. Studies have also found that even in small cities surrounded by bigger citics chat have not made the policy change they still see a benefit. The speaker also discussed penalty structure and preemption concerns. Last session, the proposal was supported by both tobacco manufacturers and anti- smoking advocates, but support was pulled by anti-smoking advocates when JUUL and Altria included language that would preempt local action and would penalize buyers and not retailers, which they note is less effective and hurts young adults more than it helps. The representatives from the PHLC stressed they were not there to lobby for any particular course of action when discussing the LMC's stance on the policy or in any member's jurisdiction. No action was taken by the committee. The Public Health Law Center representatives offered to all attendees free legal technical support (policy language,presentations, etc.) if their city is interested in pursuing this policy. All they would need is a letter from the City asking. Emerald Ash Bore--Forrest Boe, Director of Forestry EAB is now in 19 counties in Minnesota and in Wisconsin, Canada, Iowa, and North and South Dakota. Seven Minnesota counties are under full quarantine and Boe noted that Wisconsin has largely decimated by EAB. He also noted that this past winter was helpful at slowing the impact of EAB, with 95%of EAB being killed off last winter. Boe came to present because 1-:AB is approaching establishment in Minnesota, so federal funds that were and are currently being given to the MN DNR from the federal government for early detection and monitoring may be getting phased out. Boe estimates that Minnesota will 9 of 25 need eight million dollars for communities to fully treat EAB, but right now current allocation is one million. No action was taken by the committee. Boe noted that the MN DNR will be offering grants to help with EAB. Right now, they want a one-page pre-application about the community, if the community would match, etc. They hope to have the money distributed by December. M>ti Dept of Commerce—Energy The speaker noted that they are public advocates for ratepayers. They noted that wind is approacliin�_ 23% of all energy used in Minnesota and that the first congressional district is rated #10 in co»gressional districts that produce wind energy. The speaker then went over the new eneruy pian proposed by the Walz Administration and asked for our feedback on the policies. Lastly. he noted that they are trying to work on statewide efforts to improve building efficiency for both residential and commercial properties since buildings make Lip 40% of carbon emissions in Minnesota. 1'o real ask or offer crud no action taken by the committee, but if you iter uld like to send a comtr enl Tcl the speakers above vour feedback on the Governor's Energy policy, let me know and I can track down his contact iglb_ 10 of 25 Metro Cities News 8/23/19 Pagel of 5 M ET RCS CITIESMember Login A f 1 ;r p4 Aswomo,M Mretraflo4rdn 7rlurdcipowes Horse Metro Cities News About Us Meetings&Events Membership Advocacy Policies&Resources MAMA Qelum to^ne blcg Upcoming Events Metro Cities News 8/23/19 tw:Kimberly Ciarrocch 10-Sep9,209 vategary Newsletter7„[;;Ing 1j�i['L�trpn$General Government Policyonwninee Aug z:•:.,;::r.r+aucr cwnmmee 23 In this Issue: T mbo ;!,,;_q enues Pow Conuntttce* Builders Reltase_�4CLCtlment n Bt{il,d;ng Rq_[F LFq?i Guar.Porter e.�,m,na• TAB&12fove5 T1 fi5aortation Improvement Plan(TIP) Wee Sep 1t,20,9 TAB Reviews Regional Solicitation A li it ('h• nggRgwart gndatiana ��,,art Ar les f�4 cv M91r0001Un 9,un it Accetatl a Public Comments on Draft 2020 Transportation UPWP Co nm;nee_ EVENT Metro Local Governments Raundtablg gn 2Q Ceftsus e,e: EVEN Brownfiefds Funding Resourc 5 Workshop uveas r,,tar9 EVENTWater Efficiency Grant Pro EaM Informatipnal Meeting n9$ &9.f4Plyc EVENT Lawn Water Conservation Workshop Develooment Poi,cv Comms New House Research Doc mens on t 4 l R atina to Local and Metropolitan Government g3 �areyc•y Pal';e::'amm::!- Thu Sep 19,2019 Ivie-tip GitiQs®pard or t}irecsors Builders Release Document on Building Permit Fees Me 11° The builders'association this week released a document on local building permit feesits second View Full Calendar document this year on city fees related to development.The builders held a press conference at the Capitol on Tuesday to release the document,and were joined by State Representatives Jim Nash,Shane Announcements Mekeland and Barb Haley as well as Senators Rich Draheim and Andrew Matthews.The suhje.ct of this document is building permit fees,with a focus on the proportionality between fees and expenses The i1's not too late to join a 20ig release of the document was covered by several news outlets including the Metra Cities Policy and FJPAnu_&,rarnmerce, Committees.Metro Cites polrcy comm;ltees annua"y develop The 2019 Legislature established a Legislative Commission on Housing Affordability and the Senate policy recomme+dat ors based on concurrently established a Select Committee on Homeownership Affordability,and the builders have input from member cny representatives Committees asked the commission and committee to study their concerns.Metro Cities is monitoring the work of submit policy recommendations both bodies.The Senate committee has held a first meeting;the commission has not yet met. to the Board of birec'.om for revie,v,rmodifirat,or and Metro Cities has significant concerns that the builders'document uses limited,cherry-picked data to dlstobutp",to the general draw sweeping conclusions about local fees and expenses.The document's omission of other membersnip The membersh;p voll applicable data results in a misleading and inaccurate portrayal of city fees and expenses. meet In November,prior to the legislative session,to debate and Previous Metro Cities newsletters that Include articles on this topic can be found here: adopt Meno Cines'policies for the 2,020 leg.slal.ive session pruary 8.21)19 Metro_Q ties News-"House,Senate to Discuss City Residential Development Click nefe 10,view Ire sc In ed::-e for Fees" this summer and for ine rink to • F�rfr�ry�,'�Q>�Metrg_�Ities Mews-"House,Senate Committees Discuss Residential sign up Development Fees" Airoust 16 2019 Metra Cities News-"Senate Select Committee on Housing Affordability and Access Holds First Meeting" Metro Cities staff are working to examine the document and are working with city officials and League of MN Cities staff to gather local feedback on these issues and will provide further updates.Please contact Patricia Nauman at 651.215-4002 or Charlie Vander Aarde at 651.215.4001 for further information. 11 of 25 https://www.metrocitiesmn.org/index.php?option=com_dailyplanetblog&view=entry&yea... 8/23/2019 Metra Cities News 8123119 Page 2 of 5 Our Tweets TAB Approves Transportation Improvement Plan(TIP) Tweets t,y +�ruleSrnClesMN The Transportation Advisory Board(TAB)recently approved the Draft 2020.2023 Transportation improvement Plan(TIP),and accepted public comments received by the Metropolitan Council-The TIP "7'71% Metroeitlea addresses transportation projects in the region that are prioritized by year,and that use federal funds or _ @iv+euncll esmN have effects on air quality.Projects include highways,transit,bikeway and pedestrian improvements.All N.'.Housin9 Commissioner metropolitan planning organizations(MPOs)must draft a TIP.To view the draft TIP,click JEi.:: `{ 9CAAks is retro CC— TAB C TAB Reviews Regional Solicitation Application Change Recommendations The Transportation Advisory Board(TAB)was presented with draft recommended changes to the Regional Solicitation application process by Metropolitan Council staff at its meeting on Wednesday. The Regional Solicitation is the method by which federal transportation dollars from the Surface Transportation Block Grant Program and Congestion Mitigation Air Quality program are allocated within the metro area.The funding is distributed among roadway,transit and travel demand management.and bicycle and pedestrian projects.A total of S199.75 million in total projects was approved in the last Solicitation, Aug 14 2019 The TAB is considering six roadway application category changes.These include adding a pedestrian _NM Maim cities safety measure to scaring and removing a required S10 million set aside for bridge projects.Some members voiced concern regarding the removal of the bridge set aside. Emoed view on TwAter One recommendation relates to Bicycle and Pedestrian project:,fc which the TAB is considering a decrease to the maximum award amount from$5.5 to S4 million I his modal category received the most applications in the last solicitation.The rationale bel ind this proposal is that by lowering the maximum award,more projects could potentially receive some funding.Concerns were raised that a lower maximum amount could lead to phasing projects rather than building them as one project.The TAB will also review a tiered system of small and large projects for this application category. There are five recommendations related to Housing Performance and Equity criteria being considered. These include lowering the value of Housing Performance scores in application scoring and replacing the current equity multiplier with a bonus points system.The TAB is also considering the creation of a regional policy group on transportation and equity. The TAB is also considering creation of a Bus Rapid Transit(BRT)funding program that would be separate from transit scoring,how best to ensure regional balance of transit funding,as well as creating a Unique Project application category for innovative projects that do not easily qualify under current application categories. The TAB is scheduled to vote to release the application changes for public comment at its September meeting.To view the recommended application changes,click hey.To view the staff presentation on these recommendations,cli::k Tigre. Metropolitan Council Accepting Public Comments on Draft 2020 Transportation UPWP The Metropolitan Council is receiving public comments on the draft 2020 Transportation Unified Planning Work Program(UPWP).To view the draft,click'_,:;;.e_.The UPWP outlines and documents the proposed transportation-related planning activities in the Twin Cities Metropolitan Area for the upcoming year.The work program promotes a regional approach to transportation planning in order to achieve regional objectives.The UPWP also documents proposed federal,state and local transportation planning expenditures for the upcoming year.It also serves as the Metropolitan Council's application for US DoT planning funds. The Council plans to consider fi-iai adoption of the program on September 25.The Council will receive public comment until 5 p11,Vloiulay,September 4. Comments can be submitted in the following ways: Mail:Metropolitan Council,390 Robert St.fel.,St.Paul,MN 55101 E-mail.-int mg te.mn_U Public Comment Line:651.602-1500 12 of 25 https://www.metrocitiesmii.t)i•``,' lt�-1 ` .php?option=com dailyplanetblog&view--entry&yea... 8/23/2019 Metro Cities News 8/23119 Page 3 of 5 For more information,contact Senior Highway Planner David Burns at david huuisLc rtetc.state.rnn us or 651-602.1887. EVENT:Metro Local Governments Roundtable on 2820 Census This is a quarterly meeting of local governments working togetherto promote participation in the 2020 Census-This meeting invites and includes local government professionals and officials who are organizing and supporting Complete Count activities This meeting is not itself a Complete Count Committee. You are welcome to share this invitation within your office or city hall.The group is especially interested in involving community engagement specialists,communications specialists,human rights commissions,and interested elected officials. Friday,September 6,2019 1:00 PM-2:30 PM Ramsey County Library-Roseville Community Meeting Room 2180 Harmine Avenue North Roseville,MN 55113 Click h2re for more information and to register.If you have questions about RSVPing,please contact Todd Graham,Metropolitan Council,at ahpnim8 mn .If you have comments,about the meeting agenda,please corrtact Albefder Gillespie,City of Minneapolis,at alberdergilmespieOrninneai)plisntn.gov. EVENT:Brownfields Funding Resources Workshop DEED,the Metropolitan Council,and Hennepin and Ramsey Counties have scheduled metropolitan region presentations to help cities and development partners apply for brownfield redevelopment grants.Cities can attend to learn more about grant programs that assist with the costs of investigating and cleaning up contaminated sites known as brownfields.The goal of these programs is to help redevelopment that will yield jobs,increase the local tax base,and leverage private investment. An overview of the DEED grant programs is available at Contamrnaticn Clean<!p Jnr+lnvnarigancn Grant eam along with applications,forms,and instructions Applications are due by 4:00 pm on Friday, November 1,2019. DEED is hosting;paruapating in one remaining metro region workshop September 5,9:15 am-11:15 am in Minneapolis Walker Library 2$80 Hennepin Avenue Minneaaolis,MN 554D There are multiple opportunities for funning to:emediate contaminated sites in the metropolitan area. 1 his workshop will be he'.d in partnership with t e Metropolitan Council,Hennepin Counr;.and Ramsey County.A tour of the Sacs of Norway mixed-r::- ::evelnpment will`ol!ow the rr.,rksho•^ :or more intonrtation,visit Please register for this workshop by contacting Varcus Martin at M,a'cua martiniQrnetc state mn us or 651.602-1054. EVENT:Water Efficiency Grant Program Informational Meeting Metro Cities will host an informational meeting on the Metropolitan Council's Water Efficiency Grant Program on Wednesday,August 28 at 9:00 am at the Metro Cities/LMC building,145 University Avenue West,St Paul.Metropolitan Council staff will provide an overview of the grant program and be available to answer applicant questions.Those interested in attending should email Brian Davis at E1ron,.dayia�'me1-C..S snf :mn-us Grants are for up to$50.000 to municipal water suppliers to help increase water efficiency,with the funding to be used for rebates to residents who replace inefficient water-using devices with approved 13 of 25 https://www.metrocitiesnin.org/index.php?option=com dailyplanetblog&viewentry&yea... 8/23/2019 Metro Cities News 8/23/19 Page 4 of 5 devices that use substantially less water,or for irrigation system audits.$750,000 is available for spending through June 2022,The 2019 Legislature designated these monies from the Clean Water Fund. Grants will range from S2,000 to$50,000 to municipalities and are intended to lower the casts for residents to purchase and install products that reduce water Use,such a$toilets,washing machines, irrigation sprinklers,and irrigation controllers.Products must be labelled by the U-S-Environmental Protection Agency's Water Sense program or,in the case of washing machines,by the U-5-Department of Energy's Energy Star program.Funds may be used only for appliance replacement,not for first-time purchases for new developments. Grant funds will cover 75%of program costs,wlth a required 25%local match.Residents most pay a portion of the cost of any appliance or water use audit- Applications will be accepted through September 30,2019-Required application information includes: Rebate or grant program design and work plan Proposed examples of communications to property owners Requested total grant amount Estimated annual amount of water saved by the applying municipality Retails about the proargm gntl(he Qrant aLltliicat+on. The Metropolitan Council administered a water efficiency grant program from 2015-17 using$500,000 from the Clean Water Fund.Data from that program showed an estimated total savings of 52 million gallons of water per year-Metro Cities encourages interested cities to attend the meeting. Questions?Contact Steven Huser at w n metrojigmn, sg or 651.215-4003. EVENT:Lawn Water Conservation Workshop University of Minnesota Turfgrass Science in partnership.vith the Metropolitan Council is inviting city and other officials from the 7-county metro area to attend their remaining Lawn Water Conservation workshop this summer. Friday,September 20,2019 10am-Noon Minnesota Landscape Arboretum Topics covered include:smart irrigation controllers,soil moisture sensors and why they are an improvement over rain sensors;and water savings benefits of these technologies and which is best depending on property.Participate in an irrigation audit and learn how to improve the performance of sprinkler systems- RSVP by September 16.201 gat the Lv n-' !Le A^f-_yr.?,lrim inyitQlj:rn jigk.. The workshop is free with advance registration.Please contact Kristine Moncada at monr0403fa umn edu with any questions. New House Research Documents on 2019 Laws Relating to Local and Metropolitan Government and Local Lodging Taxes The Minnesota House Research Department has issued two new documents on 2019 laws relating to Q� ln j,m�tr�rJgfitany��v_prnnl�n_and local lodgingtaxes,for your information- Share this post: Metra CHres(Association or Metrclpouran Municipalities) 145 Unlverslty Ave w,Suite 125 St.PauL MN 55'03 651-215-4DOO Back 1 top A 14 of 25 https://www.metrocitiesmn.org/index.php?option=com dailyplanetblog&view—entry&yea... 8/23/2019 Eric Johnson From: Mary Mccomber <marymccomber@aol.corn> Sent: Friday, August 23, 2919 10:05 AM To: Eric Johnson Subject: Fwd: National Civic Review Summer Edition For weekly notes -----original Message----- From: National League of Cities <news@nle.org> To: marymccomber<marymccomber@ia aol.com Sent: Fri, Aug 23, 2019 9:34 am Subject: National Civic Review Summer Edition If tiis rnessage is not displaying properly,please view the online version. NLCNAI IONAL QF CITIES National Civic Review: Health & Well-Being As a member of the National League of Cities, you receive free access to the National Civic Review! The summer edition of the National Civic Review focuses on health and well- being. Articles in this issue reflect the need to focus on mental, physical, spiritual, cultural and economic prosperity in order to improve overall community health and well-being. This issue of the Review was published in collaboration with Kaiser Permanente and the Well Being Trust. Use code NLC19 to access the National Civic Review for free! 15 of 25 Promoting Health Equity in America's " Communities The root causes of this doctor's patients" poor hearth were often socioeconomic issues such as lack of a housing, loneliness, trauma or hunger, conditions that aren't easy to "treat" in a clinic or hospital. .., _ The 2019 All-America Cities Policy is one of our most powerful tools to improve people's lives and help cities thrive. CityHealth provides municipal leaders with a pragmatic, achievable, yet aspirational, package of policies. The 2019 All-America. Cities _ The 10 All-America City winners demonstrate that at the local level, communities have been and will continue to work together to collectively address issues like improving health and health equity. This issue brought to you by: 16 of 25 Eric Johnson From: Mary Mccomber <marymccomber@aol.com Sent: Saturday, August 17, 2019 11:29 AM To: Eric Johnson. Subject: Fwd: Responding to Racial Tension in Your City For weekly notes --Original Message----- From: National League of Cities news@nic.org? To: marymccomber marymccomber@aol.com> Sent: Sat, Aug 17, 2019 6:02 am Subject: Responding to Racial Tension in Your City View in browser. NLCOF The Weekly Son= 7Jk, T 6 1 17 of 25 Responding to Racial Tension in Your City: A Municipal Action Guide NLC interviewed several current and former municipal leaders who have been through similar moments of crisis with racial tension. This action guides provides key contextual and tactical information to support your community's efforts to respond effectively. LeadershipInspire Change. Get Involved. Lead at NLC. 77 applications are now open - Making Health Policy Consumer Friendly with Restaurant Grading Only a few cities tell restaurant patrons how a business stores, handles, and prepares food. But growing evidence shows that when municipalities publicly grade restaurants, overall restaurant hygiene improves. Rochester, New York — A Legacy of its Own "We moved to center city before the downtown revitalization L plans were clear. What's kept us here is seeing our city make so many crucial changes and forging ahead with their robust plans." 5 Ways to Expand Equitable Economic Development in Your City For cities, remaining competitive in today's changing r r economic and demographic environment can seem like a formidable task. Many city leaders are grappling with maintaining a focus on equity and economic inclusion. News 2 18 of 25 NLC calfs on cities to consider congestion pricing SmartCifiesDive _ August 15, 2019 Local governments scrambling to find solution for household recyclabies WOWK - August 7, 2019 4.5 Million Young People Nationwide Are Not Working or in School. How Cities Are Working to Get Them Back on Track — & Avoid the School-to- Prison Pipeline The 74 - August 13, 2019 Announcements What's it like to lead with NLG? Find out on Monday, August 19 as 3 local leaders talk about their experiences in NLC leadership roles... live! Join NLC on Facebook Live at 12.15 p.m. ET to hear directly from them on what value they gained from their experiences and ask them your questions during a live question and answer session. Learn more. Events September 11 - 13 Smart City Expo Atlanta (Atlanta, Georgia) November 20 - 23 NLG 2019 City Summit (San Antonio, Texas) Job Postings City Manager -- City of Sugar Land, Texas Deputy Director, Public Utilities -- City of Hollywood, Florida Community Relations Director -- City of Bristol, Tennessee NLCQ, F:M"'`;Uf 3 19 of 25 Eric Johnson From: Mary Mccomber <marymccomber@aol.com Sent: Monday, August 19, 2019 10:11 AM To: Eric Johnson Subject: Fwd: MAOSC Updates - August 19, 2019 For weekly notes -----Original Message----- From: MAOSC <cap@maosc.org> To: marymccomber <marymccomber@aol.com> Sent Mon, Aug 19, 2019 9:51 am Subject: MAOSC Updates -August 19, 2019 Having trouble viewing this email? Click_here Hi, just a reminder that you're receiving this email because you have expressed an interest in MAOSC. Don't forget to add cap@maosc.org to your address book so we'll be sure to land in your inbox! You may unsubscribe if you no longer wish to receive our emalls. a Notes From Director Download , text Hello, Minnesota Small City Leaders - version of newsletter here As summer winds down (sigh) Mfg Small Cities is starting to plan for i; In This Issueour annual Fail Board Meeting Retreat (Oct. 1.1th this time), where - among other things - we will solidify this year's strategic plan and State Mews legislative agenda for the 2020 session. We will also vote on candidates to fill open Board of Directors seats. (*If you are State News interested in applying, please see details under the Timely Federal Netnrs Announcements &Opportunities block below.) Also in preparation for the fall Board meeting, please complete this » Small Cities Survey << at your earliest opportunity. I promise it will I not take much time - but your answers will provide valuable guidance I •Committed to providing to the MN Small Cities Board of Directors in making various decisions small cities in Minnesota a on how we can best serve our members, this year and into the future. strong voice and consistent representation at the state ievel,in the MN Legislature.. Thank You to the cities who have requested meetings so far - in p •Dedicated to providing a response to our invitation to any/all member cities' leadership teams , «1 network for Member-Cities, across the state who are interested in doing so. We look forward to fostering and facilitating learning more about your challenges, successes, and what MN Small communication and advocacy to enhance the Cities can do to support efforts to help your cities grow and prosper. If t 20 of 25 quality of life that keeps our your city would welcome such a meeting, please contact Lynda or me small cities thriving to be added to the list for follow up when we know we will be traveling It,s because of your to your area. membership that MAOSC can continue its ongoing efforts to engage with state Heads Up; Stay Informed: The MN Small Cities' Active Membership »> and federal policy makers" list will be culled on Sept. 1st. So, if you've not yet sent in your 2019- 1- on yourbehalf. 2020 Membership/Renewal form, this newsletter is the last issue you will receive. If this describes your city, we hope it was just an Thank YOU oversight and we look forward to receiving yours very soon! Newsletters are sent monthly in the off-session months and weekly for+ during session. Your As always, Thank You for the work youdo for your communities and Membership! your support of MAOSC. If at any time you have concerns or issues you would like to see MASOC take on ... or even simple suggestions for improvement - feel free to email me at cap�maosc.org. Board of Y Directors Sincerely, Mary • •-r Tim Burkhardt " rte:. Cap O'Rourke, Executive Director Shannon Mortenson JoelYoung Timely Announcements & Opportunities 1. Effective immediately, we are seeking/accepting applications to fill JamesMichael three Board of Directors vacancies. Two of the seats require be Jacob K• .nder• geographically specific reps. The "At-Large' seat can be filled by any _ interested members, regardless of location. Length of Term & Service William McCkiWendy Pede ,rson Territory details can be found here [maosc.org>Board Vacancies]. Tina Rennemo Eligible persons must be an elected/appointed official of a member n city, or working with a regional group of cities where at least one city dJeff Thompsonis a MN Small Cities member. At least one year of experience serving Andy Welti your current city is strongly preferred. Interested members are urged to apply ASAP, giving the Board time to review applications in advance of the fall meeting, which is open to all members. If you would like to attend on 10.11.19, please contact Lynda for details. 2. Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation seeking applications for Thank You to Economic Impact Grants [Owatonna.com; 8.13.19] - "... SMIF is Our Sponsors! currently accepting applications for its Economic Impact Grant Program. Nonprofit organizations, units of government or public Allied Blacktop Co.Gold •• • institutions in SMIF's 20-county region are eligible to apply. Requests FlakerTilly of up to $20,480 will be considered." Applications are due to SMIF by Oct2019. For the application and guidelines, visit: Bolton www.smifoundation.orn � iNighthawk •. t. • • 3. "Minnesota's agricultural and broadband leaders will come together ..k in member-city, Winthrop, MN, on Thursday, Sept. 12, to co-host an Otter Tall Power Coevent demonstrating the role and potential of broadband-powered technology to spur the competitiveness of Minnesota`s Ag sector. The Bronze Sponsors_ public is invited to participate in the presentation, discussions and 2 21 of 25 demonstrations." Feeding Innovation in Greater Minnesota conference ito focus on broadband technology [Austin Daily Herald; 8.13.19] CEDA CenterPoint 19krM STATE Legislative News KU Solutions W Fund Z PMA Financia Network X1'1 1. Gorr. Walz hints at LGA formula change ahead: Reportedly, ' i»r Gov. Walz is open to making adjustments in the Local Government Aid (LGA) formula, but is opposed to efforts that would pit the state's MAOSC Tears° largest cities against other parts of the state. He and lawmakers came - to an agreement earlier this year, to increase LGA $26 million this year (FY 2020) plus another $4 million to be allocated next year, but no „ �" �, adjustments in the LGA formula were included at the time of the deal. ' ° `i Most 2019 proposals to change the formula were aimed at expanding eligibility to more cities, or adjusting the "need factors" that tend not Email Cap to benefit the small cities already receiving LGA. Although not linked to the LGA formula, cities under 5,000 (pop.) lost all $16 million in one- time assistance for Streets from FY2018 19 effectivelynullifying � 94%+ of the LGA total gained in the new biennium. , r Lynda Barry I MAOSC will be advocating for small cities across Minnesota to Membership Coord. receive maintained or expanded LGA, as well as stable funding �, d to Small Cities Assistance for streets infrastructure. " 612-701-9194 FY2020 LGA allocation to cities [MN Dept of Revenue; 2020-LGA- r jAmounts.pdf] FederalMAOSC Walz says more attention needed for Local Government Aid, county funding [PostBulletin; 7.24.19] Issues Teamp 2. Local Housing Trust Fund Manual to guide cities of all sizes: MN Small Cities worked with the Minnesota Housing Partnership (MHP) this year, advocating for a Tax Credit Contribution Fund to spur investment in workforce housing. That proposal was not passed, but p �° I we're excited to now see a new MHP tool that should prove beneficial " to small cities seeking to expand affordable housing. The Local w Houslna Trust Fund Manual for MN provides in-depth assistance with key decisions local communities face when establishing a Local Housing Trust Fund (LHTF). Thank you, MHP, for providing this valuable resource! A download link can be found on this summary page » https:l/www.mhponline.orglcommunity- developmentllhtfmanual-minnesota 3. Ultrafrttered milk to bolster small communities: With the help of the Organic Valley cooperative, many Minnesota dairy producers are participating in a new, nationwide product line roll out of ultra-filtered `` h, milk They are optimistic about the potential for higher returns - which could in turn, favorably impact local economies. MAOSC member-cities where Organic Valley producers are located include: New Munich, St. Martin, Paynesville, Avon, Albany, Belgrade, Richmond (in central Minnesota) and Goodhue, Bellechester, New Trier, Mazeppa and Elgin (in southeastern Minnesota). Producers map: Find Your Farmer I Organic Valley Organic Valley rolls out ultraflltered milk...[StarTribune 7.22.19] it 3 22 of 25 4. Local governments seek $1.36 billion in state capital investments: Lawmakers will face some challenging funding decisions in 2020, when they are forced to whittle down $5.3 billion in capital improvement requests from state agencies, higher education and local governments. Member-city, Mendota came in with the s , smallest infrastructure expenditure (excluding feasibility study requests) at $50,000 for installation of a water system pressure- reducing valve. Read more here:. 2020 Local Government Preliminary Capital Budget Requests [haps://mn.gov1mmb-stat/documents] S. New DHS chief: Governor Walz has named a new Department of Human Services commissioner following the resignation of former Commissioner, Tony Lourey. The DHS is in transition, dealing with a variety of billing and personnel issues currently under investigation by the Legislative Auditor. There is also a growing push by Senate Republicans to possibly break-up DHS into separate state agencies. Walz has hinted that he is open to these discussions. Learn more here: Changing course, Walz chooses longtime executive Harpstead to run embattled DHS [MinnPost 8.13.19] 6. Affordable Child Care: Earlier this year, MN Small Cities combined legislative priorities, Access to Child Care and Workforce Housing together, and found legislators increasingly endorsing the linkage. Bottom line, affordability is the biggest concern. The national Economic Policy Institute indicated last month that Minnesota child care costs rank third among the states. Look for this study to be cited frequently In the coming months, and greater attention paid to solving the problem in 2020. Read more here: Child care is unaffordable for average- and low-wage Minnesotans [MPR News; 7.25.19] 'I 7. New Minnesota laws impacting small cities: http://www.house.mn/newtaws/#/search/2019 ... a. Telecom muter-friendlyr certification: A new law will allow Cities townships and counties to apply to the Dept of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) to be certified as a Telecommuter Forward! Community. Rep. Julie Sandstede {DFL-Hibbing} and Sen. Andrew Mathews (R- Milaca) authored the bill. https://www.house.mn/newlaws/#/sto!)d20l9]4283 A b. Meeting participation requirements changed: A new law will make it possible for small governing bodies to hold meetings (in some circumstances) when members are absent due to military deployments. Chief authors were Rep. Erin Koegel (DFL-Spring Lake Park) and Sen. John Jasinski (R- Faribault) https:j/www.house.mn/newlaws/#/stoiy/2019/4237 4 23 of 25 AZM Minn Political Scene State Sen. Scott Jensen Is not running again - and he has a lot to sav about the Legislature: This is a realms bizarre place' [MinnPost; 7.26.19] Former Rep Tony Cornish confirmed Wednesday he is considering running for his old House District 23B seat [Mankato Free Press 8.7.191 . 1FEDERAL News j Federal Rural Broadband projects announced: Minnesota was among 16 states included in Rural Broadband authorizations announced this month by the Federal Communications Commission sst �r (FCC), Follow these links for more detail: FCC AUTHORIZES $121 � MILLION IN FUNDING FOR RURAL BROADBAND [FCC News; 8.12.19] The August 2019 Federal Legislative Update from our DC Lobbyist, Vince Spinner; Lockridge Grindal Nauen includes following: ■ 2-year Federal Budget Agreement Surface Transportation Reauthorization & FCC Small Cell Order + Rural Access to Renewable Energy • Efforts to Improve Rural Health Care Rural Infrastructure Bill Bank Qualified Debt Bill ■ Restoration of Advisory Commission + Access to Broadband to Rural Communities USDA Secretary • Census Citizenship Question Lawsuit Against FCC Small Cell Order • Controversial Rule Change on Nutrition Assistance • KEY UPCOMING DATES Minnesota Association of Small Cities shorlas "Small Cities' Shorts" are brief yet noteworthy items featuring MAOSC member cities and officials. Readers can submit potential Small Cities' Shorts or other feature ideas by emailing Lynda at Lynda C'b-maosc,org. How Hilltop happened 60 years ago [MinnPost; 8.6.19] Carlton hosts Pollinator Cafe' [Pine journal] 5 24 of 25 Eyota completes its Fire Department building renovation [K fTC; 7.18.19] R Mission 66 playground in Houston brings jo [Fillmore County Journal; 7.29.19] �[�`r)P) Property acquisition is complete in Chatfield for a commercial �� 4pfi redevelopment project [Bluff Country News, ] • 8.6.19 Island people discover their roots on the Minnesota prairie - in Milan [Duluth News Tribune, 7.39.19] 41 So Minnesota: [Belgrade has] largest crow statue in the world [kstp.com; 7.19.191 This I Month's -d Sponsor , Baker Tilly Completes Springsted h Transition bakertitty The full transition of MACSC Gold Sponsor, NUN Springsted Springsted to Baker Tilly was completed ���'� earlier this year. Baker joined with Springstedf�f and Umbaugh to create one of the largest independent municipal advisory practices in the U.S. From the perspective of the services provided to MN small cities, little has changed. Baker Till is a public sector practice serving small cities 9 �C P P g and a variety of governmental entities, offering accounting, assurance /�(r} �i'«' ; �, �� Q4�,, and advisory needs. For contact information serving MAQSC members, go to: [maosc.org > Sponsors of MA©SC > Baker Tilly] t I ' p i o Love Your Input ) �� We a reciate and welcome our feedback on these Newsletters. A���5I, W � f Pleasepet us know if you've heard any information which might be Wtyl)t�` ��17 beneficial to other Minnesota Small Cities members (such as a Regional or City or State communication notice or press release). en r tilSend p � to lynda@maosc.org. Thank you! 101, Cap O'Rourke MAOSC Executive Director fi ; www.MA0SC.prq Cap@MA0SC.org 612-483-1863 s 25 of 25