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HomeMy WebLinkAboutweekly notes - Jan 3rd 2020 (002) CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS— . �F —V N��'S for: January 31,2020 TO: City Council em rs FROM: Eric Johnso ,City tr or Zoning&Development Items: 1. No new applications have been received.Th Planning mission will not be held in January 2020. 2. Fury Motors(Jim Leonard)was sent via Certified Mait-a4etter..nf-enforcement related to the land use violations at the former dealership near Osgood Ave. please see attached.We have reached out on several occasions since this past Fall, but received no responses.Such a communication is the required next step.(see enclosed). 3. Staff have continued to meet with Mr.Mike Hull for the home repairs required on Perkins Ave.the former Steve Beres'home. We are hoping to secure an$18,000 repair commitment from the Wash. County CDA and pair it with a refinance. Paperwork is pending from Mr. Hull. 4. Enclosed is a sketch of the trail installation on Oakgreen Ave near 58th street. The City will need some permissions from Mr.Junker (Owner)for a possible utility pole relocation or for a trail access easement.We hope to have a meeting next week with him. Other Items: • Monthly Police Report from Chief DeRosier—December 2019 • Public Works Director Andy Kegley did have a conversation with Raleigh Trucking—summarized in the enclosed EMAIL relating to some snow-plowing matters. It is always a balance between budgets and how"clear"can we achieve and when. Constant monitoring and feedback are important,along with reasonableness in what can actually be achieved.Lastly,our options overall are not many if the City does not have Raleigh Trucking.So,that too is another limitation on how we can address their role as a"priority contractor"—versus a lawn care firm that cuts park grass where there are many vendors we can approach. • EMWREP 2019 Annual Summary—This relates to the City's stormwater MS4 requirements. Mayor McComber provided: 1. NLC Weekly for 12/28/19&Diversity Awards. 2. Chamber of Commerce Community Awards—Information&Chamber Ribbon Cuttings Dates 3. Early information on the 2020 LMC Conference—June 24-26—St. Paul 4. 1600 Daily—White House Briefing Please let me know if you have any questions-651-253-7837 Call Anytime. 1 of 32 City of Oak Park Heights 14168 Oak Park Blvd. N•Oak Park Heights,MN 55082•Phone(651)439-4439•Fax(651)439-0574 1/3/2020 Mr.Jim Leonard Leonard Investments, LLC 1000 S.Concord St South ST. Paul, MN 55075 ***Also via email-iim@furymotors.com *** RE: Former Fury Motors Site—14702 6011 Street Dear Jim, Over the past months,the City has expressed concerns to you on the use of the lot at the above address as an "auto-sales" lot and outside storage.As we understand, you are using this land for selling vehicles wholesale where cars are being stored there for visual inspection and subsequent sales to a third-party. • As we noted, in an attempt to offer some flexibility,the storage of surplus cars and trucks for this wholesaling was permissible through 12/31/19 as to afford you time to address this and find a new location and/or to get you into compliance via a CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT. That date has now passed and you have not communicated to us as to an application for a Conditional Use Permit or provide other data or facts. • At this time, we also note that the general outside storage of vehicles, boats, buses and/or equipment is also prohibited without a Conditional Use Permit. I have included a copy of the City Ord 401.30 B-2 Zoning Code—See Part 401.30 E.5&6. Accordingly,you are requested to remove all vehicles from this property that are being transacted upon in this "wholesaling" manner and/or are simply being stored on site. A site inspection will be made on January 17th, 2020.After that date, if compliance is not found this matter is to be forwarded to the City Attorney's office for review and consideration of a citation and other possible sanctions. Please contact me at your earliest opportunity so we may discuss these issues as perhaps there is something we have missed or do not understand. Thank you, 40 Eric Johnson City Administrator 2 of 32 City of Oak Park Heights 14169 Oak Pads Blvd.N*Oak Park lirights,MN 55092•Pham(651)439-139•Fax(651)439-0574 10/16/29 Mr.Jim Leonard Leonard Investments,LLC 1000 S.Concord St South ST.Paul,MN 55075 ***Also via email-lim0furvmotors.com*** RE: Former Fury Motors Site—14702 60"'Street RE: Safety Signs—Concrete Barriers&Site issues Dear Jim, Last month,the City did send the attached letter to you requesting that the barricades be removed or reduced to not more than TWO high.To date this has not been accomplished.We would ask that this be completed not later than November 15"',2019. The City will be compelled to consider further action should this not be addressed as the stacking of these units is dangerous as it is in immediate proximity to the roadway. Two other points: 1. The site in general is falling into disrepair,with peeling paint,weeds and debris stacked in various piles.Please patrol this site and by November 15'h,2019 please be sure all weeds and grasses are trimmed on ALL LANDS under your ownership and all external storage is removed from the Property,no exterior storage is permitted.The exterior of the building will need to be painted or otherwise addressed by early summer 2020. 2. in an attempt to offersome flexibility,the storage of surplus cars and trucks is permissible through 12/31/19.However,this does not constitute the use of the property as an"auto sales lot"and such transactions cannot occur upon or be facilitated from this property.if you desire to sell from this site or continue storage for surplus cars and trucks,a Conditional Use Permit is required to continue beyond such date. Kind regards, Ericlohnson City Administrator Cc: Reed @ Safety Signs 3 of 32 I. All signing and informational or visual communication devices shall be minimized and shall be in compliance with Section 401.15.G. of this Ordinance. M. Provisions are made to control and reduce noise. n. No outside storage except as allowed in compliance with Section 401.30.E.5 of this Ordinance. o. Sale or products other than those specifically mentioned in this subdivision be subject to a conditional use permit and be in compliance with Section 401.30.E.6 of this Ordinance. P. All conditions pertaining to a specific site are subject to change when the Council, upon investigation in relation to a formal request, finds that the general welfare and public betterment can be served as well or better by modifying the conditions. q. The provisions of Section 401.03.A.8 of this Ordinance are considered and satisfactorily met. r. The City may allow a motor fuel pump canopy to encroach ten (10) feet into a required setback provided the canopy support structure does not encroach on the setback and the setback encroachment will not result in an obstruction of traffic visibility. 4. Custom manufacturing, restricted production and repair limited to the following: art, needlework, jewelry from precious metals, watches, dentures, optical lenses and medical supplies, provided that: a. Such use is accessory as defined by Section 401.02.13. of this Ordinance to the principal use of the property. b. Does not conflict with the character of development intended for this district. C. The provisions of Section 401.03.A.8 of this Ordinance are considered and satisfactorily met. 5. Open and outdoor storage as an accessory use provided that: a. The area is fenced and screened from view of neighboring residential uses or if abutting a residential district in compliance with Section 401.15.E.of this Ordinance. b. Storage is screened from view from public right-of-way in compliance with Section 401.15.E. of this Ordinance. 30-8 4 of 32 C. Storage area is grassed or surfaced to control dust. d. All lighting shall be hooded and so directed that the light source shall not be visible from the public right-of-way or from neighboring residences and shall be in compliance with Section 401.15.6.7 of this Ordinance. e. The provisions of Section 401.03.A.8 of this Ordinance are considered and satisfactorily met. 66. Open and outdoor services, sale, and rental as a principal or accessory use and automobile repair minor as an accessory use including new or used automotive, trucks, boats, or motorized vehicles and related accessory sales and provided that: a. Outside sales areas are fenced or screened from view of neighboring residential uses or an abutting residential district in compliance with Section 401.15.E of this Ordinance. b. All lighting shall be hooded and so directed that the light source shall not be visible from the public right-of-way or from neighboring residences and shall be in compliance with Section 401.15..B.7 of this Ordinance. C. Sales and storage area is blacktopped or concrete surfaced and all paved areas are surrounded by concrete curbing. d. The architectural appearance, scale, construction materials, and functional plan of the building and site shall not be dissimilar to the existing nearby commercial and residential buildings, and shall not cause impairment in property values, or constitute a blighting influence within a reasonable distance of the site. e. Adequate analysis and provisions are made to resolve issues related to demand for services. No use shall be allowed that will exceed the City=s ability to provide utility,police,fire, administrative or other services to the site. f. All islands in the parking lot shall be landscaped_ g. A strip of not less than ten (10) feet shall be landscaped at the edge of all parking/driveway areas adjacent to lot lines and the public right-of-way. h. All automobile repair activities shall be conducted within the principal structure and the doors to the service bays shall be kept closed except when vehicles are being moved in or out of the service areas. 30-9 5 of 32 i. Facilities on a site contiguous to any residential district shall not be operated between the hours of 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM unless otherwise allowed by formal action of the City Council j. Provisions are made to control and reduce noise in accordance with Section 401..15..8.11 of this Ordinance. k. Vehicular access points shall create a minimum of conflict with through traffic movement,shall comply with Section 401.15.F of this Ordinance and shall be subject to the approval of the City Engineer. 1. A drainage system subject to the approval of the City shall be installed. M. All signing and informational or visual communication devices shall be. minimized and shall be in compliance with Section 401.15.0 of this Ordinance. n. The provisions of Section 401.03.A.7 of this Ordinance are considered and satisfactorily met. 7. Commercial planned unit development as regulated by Section 401.06 of this Ordinance. 8. Day care - group nursery (within multiple occupancy building) provided that: a. Use Compatibility. The operation and function of the day care facility must be compatible with other existing uses within the building. This compatibility is to be based upon the nature of the day care use in relation to the operation of the other existing uses within the building and the satisfactory resolution of conditions (b-g) of this Ordinance. b. Building Plans. The building plans for the construction or alteration of a structure that is to be used for a day care facility shall be submitted to the City for review by the City Building Official to determine compliance with the State Building Code. The facility shall also meet the following conditions: 1) The architectural appearance and functional plan of the building and site shall not be so dissimilar to the existing buildings or area as to cause impairment of property values or constitute a blighting influence within a residential distance of the lot. 2) The day care facility shall be located in a portion of the building separated from the other uses located within the structure. 3) The day care facility shall be adequately sound-proofed to remove extraneous noise that would interfere with the day care operation and 30-10 6 of 32 " N O O Ca ® a 0 0tv n Ell opt 1,AVM BLVD N N S t N 139HIS HISS — <t < _ _ c S Eo J I U I 1 ao g0 Y goLU� x M S a z WZZ W a f W rn O Z Q W O a H X 0 — _ C cn L--_lam I�S� � I�� LULUI L=�J ng E I �3 _>j m; a s I CL c „n 40' 40' laU. g Q 33• g O io X33, g o N a0 p d^ W O n m g o§ jW o ooc a 2 'Z �� o a � ca ° oZ CL 7—<a Z n— o. m �y O m �= O LU m a to a Z LU LU z� � Y a 2 z I a O LU CO II II II II II II I I II II o I I Q I � II m I Ii Q I I I De I 1 ` LU I I1 > I z w a x Q<`` J O I I W O mI I 3: < CD joe IxIx Q w a > v O —— — v iw Q dl t t ! I _ 0 O _ � N I�?I I S H19S �v N l aa?I I S 2195 — �v O U n • 5565 � • 5585 CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS POLICE DEPARTMENT 4168 Oak Park Blvd. N., P.O. Box 2007 Oalk Park Heights,MN 55082 January 2, 2020 To: Eric Johnson,City Administrator From: Brian DeRosier,Chief of Police Subject: Police Activity Report—December 2019 This overview report is the activity of the Oak Park Heights Police Department during the month of December 2019. Officers responded to and generated 1,860 calls for service in the City of Oak Park Heights during the month. The year 2019 total calls for service and initiated activity of the department is approximately 23,000 of which approximately 6,000 are specific calls related to reported incidents by the public. The department responded to many incidents during the month. This is a summary/sampling of some of the cases we responded to and investigated: 1. Officer responded to retail theft in which the female suspect began physically fighting with the officer. A citizen even stopped to lend assistance but was not needed. 2. Death investigation of an intentional overdose/suicide. 3. Arrested suspect for convicted felon in possession of a firearm that he had in car with him along with numerous loaded ammo magazines. Found after routine traffic stop. 4. Responded to parking lot for a car on fire. It was put out by employees. 5. Investigating domestic assault by mother throwing/dragging preteen son out of car and then choking him. 6. Responded to a retail theft. Suspects were seen fleeing scene and refused to stop for officer. Officer did not chase as per policy. Suspects later fled from MN State Patrol. 7. While checking handicapped parking violation suspects arrested for neither having a drivers license and warrants along with marijuana in the vehicle. Guess the weed makes you to lazy to walk so you park in handicapped spots...... 8. Investigation of numerous incidents at the school including Drugs, EDP persons, and a possible threat to the school intercepted by the FBI. 9. Investigation of a commercial business burglary. Smashed window and grabbed specific items. 10. Responded to and Investigated prolific shoplifter who had previously been trespassed from location. This incident since they had been trespassed from location and numerous other violations is a Felony Burglary. 11. Responded and searched for a suicidal EDP juvenile out in the cold without proper clothing. Juv found and transported to Hosp. 8 of 32 CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS POLICE DEPARTMENT 14168 Oak Park Blvd. N.,P.O. Box 2407 Oak Park Heights,MN 55082 12. Responded to a domestic in which highly intoxicated male and female returned to the females parents residence. The father told male to leave and the male refused. Father"took care"of situation.... 13. Took complaint of male trying to buy a car over internet. Victim sent suspect multiple gift cards for payment. Car never received. Scam—gift cards sent to East coast. We participated in Safe and Sober details. We completed our biannual audit by the BCA for all records searches that we perform. We are researching a new product that uses small"tagging" material in a liquid you can place on items. The tagging is invisible until law enforcement uses special detector to scan the item. The tagging then gives LE the owner information. Similar to the old "operation ID"engraving program except this program does not harm the item. I and both Sgts.watched an online seminar sponsored by the MN Chiefs Association about issues in responding to EDP persons. This is a frequent occurrence as you can see from our monthly reports and even the reports only show a small portion of the responses that we have each month. The calls can easily escalate to negative outcome incidents for LE and the person. The seminar had no answers or bright line recommendations. We had 5 days during the month we were at full staff due to vacations,sick leave,and training. Officers attended training courses during the month: 1. All Officers received training on Disorderly Conduct and Obstructing 2. All Officers received training on Firearms and Defensive Tactics training with in-climate weather clothing etc. 3. Sgt.Vierling attended a financial crimes seminar. Chief DeRosier 9 of 32 Eric Johnson From: Andrew Kegley Sent: Friday,January 3, 2020 2:28 PM O w To: Eric Johnson Subject. Re: Plowing Concerns Discussed with Raleigh [ID i.+Jv �` t j e `J� FYI—John RALEIGH Stopped into City Hall and I had the same conversation with him On Jan 3,2020,at 11:09 AM,Andrew Kegley<akegley@cityofoakparkheights.com>wrote: Eric, I sent the following e-mail to the Raleigh brothers and Steve St.Clair. I did call Mike Raleigh, but as is always the case,the call went to VM. I did leave a message. I also spoke with Steve St.Claire and went item by item through the list of concerns/requests for improvement. He was open to the commentary and desires to"dial things in with the goal of having eventually having no one with concerns about plowing". He reported he will print off the e-mail and go over the items with the crew to make adjustments. As for better ice control.The City earmarks+220 tons of salt/year from Washington County.This is the primary reason we mix the salt @ 20%with sand; it is not an unlimited supply. Raleigh will begin mixing at 50/50 for severe ice events and will concentrate on intersections and select known slick areas with that mix ratio.The residents with concerns about slick roads in their neighborhoods should see better ice control beginning today. I've asked that the crew be more cognizant of the need for ice control on slick roads and intersections not only on the main roads, but in neighborhoods as well. January 3,2020 Mike,John,Steve, As you probably know,the City gets plenty of feedback regarding services provided to the public-including those that are contracted out.I have received a couple compliments on plowing,but i've received more complaints/requests for improvement this season than in the past several years regarding snow plowing.I suspect some if it is because of the nature of the snow events:freezing rain/warm temps compacted snow forms ice,then it's hard to remove.In any case,I need to forward these issue on so you are aware and can make any necessary adjustments. -Is the salt/sand mix at least 20%salt? It doesn't seem to be working as well/fast as in the past. If not,add more salt to the sand or when warranted, use straight salt. There is too much sand on the streets that ultimately plugs storm sewer inlets and outlets. i 10 of 32 -We've received several requests for better ice control,especially at street intersections in the 55th Street and 56th Street Gust west of Oakgreen Ave)neighborhoods. Requests for better ice control at northbound Oakgreen Ave/58th Street intersection have also been prevalent -Try not to pile snow on the drive 13915 56th Street N.The resident reports that the plow previously would push the wing row into the yard before making the turn back"up"56th Street Without doing so,most of the snow from the cul-de-sac slides off the plow and ends up in front of the drive @ 13915 56th.Ive seen a larger than usual pile only one time,but its something to be mindful of. -Possibly start plowing earlier after a snow event so the City is plowed by the AM.There is certainly less traffic to contend with and it may help prevent snow pack/ice formation on the streets,possibly requiring less salt/sand for ice control.Over the past few snow events I've noticed the Brekke neighborhood and the Old Village area(Cover Park neighborhood)have not been plowed as late at 11:30 AM. -Add more salt to Upper 56th Street(Cul-de-sac)east of Osgood Ave.There are several elderly residents in the cul-de-sac who request more/better ice control after each snow event <CF7EEE14-7F69-426E-AC59-789777CD7E85_1_105 c.jpeg> <7E3AD27E-6D02-42AD-ADiB-26F581986D3B_1_105 c.jpeg> <215 722BE-BDA5-46BA-86E6-796FD2FC2A3 2_1_105_c.j peg> <99305321-3BCB-4CF5-BF6E-8B16D574AD6D_1_105_c.jpeg> Andrew Kegley I Public Works Director Office:(651)439-4439 Cell:(651)775-5759 City of Oak Park Heights 14168 Oak Park Blvd N I Oak Park Heights,Mn 55082 Andrew Kegley I Public Works Director Office:(651)439-4439 1 Cell:(651)775-5759 akealev@citvofoa koa rkheiehts.com City of Oak Park Heights 14168 Oak Park Blvd N I Oak Park Heights,Mn 55082 2 11 of 32 em 2019 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY PUBLIC EDUCATION AND ENGAGEMENT 4600 face-to-face interactions with the public at workshops and events ,! 17 1 12 eCommunity WorkshoPresentation Classes for Clean-Up Events Water Stewards Events 52 weekly articles in local newspapers: www.eastmetrowater.org I Tenyears of hard work restilt hi big accomplishments for local water, lajid, and w�ildlife V r auiumuiw... m Y f � , 41 ^YP r � 12 of 32 Master Water Stewards 13 trained in 2019(20 total) 50-hours of training+capstone project+25-50 hours of volunteer support Organize raingarden clean-up events Attend community events Join watershed district C.ACs Remove invasive species Promote Adopt-a-Drain Plant native gardens and raingardens Promote BMP programs Grow trees for community plantings Adopt a Drain 285 drains adopted in Washington County since April 9981 drains adopted in the Twin Cities A partnership with Hamline University and Watershed Partners Residents help to prevent stormwater pollution by cleaning leaves, litter and sediment away from storm drains near their homes Ado t a Raingarden. 55 raingardens adopted in Stillwater and Oak Park Heights Master Water Stewards Stephanie Wang and Anna Barker used the model to organize two raingarden clean-up events in Woodbury 100 volunteers engaged at clean-up events in Stillwater and Woodbury AIS Detectors 4 trained in 2019 (14 total) 8 hours of training+25 hours of volunteer support KJMP NO WASTE DRAINSTO MY 13 of 32 YOUTHEDUCATION 30 groundwaterlwatershed lessons taught to 4h'grade students 5 Forest Lake 5 Lake Elmo 2 Newport 7 Oneka Elementary Elementary Elementary (Hugo) 4 Royal Oaks(Woodbury) 5 St. Peter's 2 Wyoming Elementary (North St. Paul) Campus Greening: Valley Crossing(Woodbury)+Crestview(Cottage Grove) 8 outdoor family nature events;4 informal youth programs; St. Croix Summit Teacher Workshop in Oakdale(Aug. 6) IV a r � Hy dY 4 N d ' ti r 14 of 32 OUTREACH SUPPORT FOR PARTNER PROJECTS AND PROGRAMS BMP & COST-SHARE PRQGR."IS ROPER Blue Thumb Workshops Wyoming—Hugo—Sc dla—Oakdale -Lake Elmo- Cottage Grove 193 1 1 G lbs 1'1� � 29,"���3 Ilan 144 ,`2►tl� i tal Site Visits Loll fl I'lios ai oasts l I'01111 SLI,,penc ed Solids i" �i�:'ilu�:3lE}�'1 1�t�lCr4;Ci�at1 Downloadable calendar for Outlook and Google . ._. a �r�e���.rrtrt,.a°r:�l.der''n1177<tirtt��t1,111c�_.,�te frac° BMP maintenance guidance—print materials rv..niiit % d y---,at qjwwaislL-am.dcl 9. Ad Wiessner Property In 1013,1heeWddrgsonCarsanirAOnt7isBiC worked Mfbn hnamnerGrA t IlYkmw to 6ata1 . t•, ` asedknnedbaslnand aC9fiaeagully anhis property hA6m,which dales b Kde's Creek. The sediment baso lieetr naw66mn 11 aces Of Iand and 1101005 In arrant ofptwsphaas Sm"bKdWsCroak and the SLCurb[Rhwby ly' 425 Pawds Per year. In 1818 and 2819,Cxant Wiessnerwerlad �R :x.. PaPabr The 2816 p oWreduces plwaplwns oft b Kefts Cnark by 21 pau dsperyear.and 8a 2018 pra]ed reduces ptnwphaus badsg by Mat! 30 pounds. Althree pF*cts adder maloremeian issues 6ntaere '^fp, dtownd KaesbtOpple and senan➢Iage am0uda dsedNnens dos�m. Partes and wants iridis.Chan Water Fnsd,%WW t mrh Y .. s, WAKSIM DW4 SL Crab[MWAsaociadm,AUICA319. ri.r.y�^P°B1Pk71nAs�n m.h�.aroncmhdd�a Guitiory aLslf1 Da.rL ou CIlaO WYbac IaphdowTMilloaiYrobatR 7 15 of 32 OUTREACH & AUDIENCE RESEARCH: AGRI CULTUI RAL LANDOWNERS 12 387 95 Interviews Survey Responses Workshop Participants "One Watershed, One Plan" Listening Session Feb. 2, Scandia 45 attendees) Oriental bittersweet Oct. 10,Oakdale (10 attendees) Perennial Crops,Conservation Grazing and Conservation Planning Oct.22, Scandia 30 attendees Large acreage restoration Nov. 4, Stillwater(10 attendees) What do then want to do' soil health ckillserk III k,1nCaSejjW1jt.� physical projects cover crops u ��verlli cropland t0 natural areas. repair gFullics .911c1 1-13villes It7`gId'111 mo!IlI11L' eg1Itpmen 'm ficins VI'N AL, eater Oualit} G2t•tit.-u tion V d nI y V, 16 of 32 SUPPORT ■ PARTNER PROJECTS Comfort Lake— South Washington Washington CD Valley Branch WD Forest Lake WD Trout Brook Project Board Tour 501 Anniversary Community Survey Sips Brown's Creek WD Woodbury Wetland Forest Lake County Community Event Outreach Shoreline Outreach Groundwater Education Incentive grants �or tape friendly . . landscaping � - rustrated by shoreline erosion? _, -> eautito yaur property,create naoitat. and help protest Forest Lake-To schedute a free site visit,email ` CklYrte�rkmn.Mctl itti qr colt f6itl 330 6220:2d ~"- m+,,, -,.�r. +,„,.•a • , ,. s A a ie r► !n partnership svi�,., <ve � Comfort Lake- Forest Lake Watershed District w n 17 of 32 PROFESSIONAL TRAININGS FOR BUSINESS AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT EMWREP provides professional training for businesses and local government through Stormwater U, NEMO,and partnerships with MN Extension, U of MN Erosion and Stormwater Management Program, MN Erosion Control Association(MECA),Fortin Consulting, St. Croix River Association, and MN Department of Natural Resources(DNR). qLv 4 SM•"I`I s.flUng"osrkslwp: :NI•w_"�'I�`�� cAR.III"c.'�Y�:�1 YtT t:�.rVY�l�e`ICfP?�, 61nt� L7LYtiB13C�tii'w (otwue^ ("Im C l Orest Lake— 11'ri+ o—Oakdale- Slilh%atti r—"'r,p sport 1 I:.i X191 �l i}1lll, i n1 til, allRil Ck3-ei-soo ' pti9rS Presentations Minnesota Cities Stormwater Coalition(April 1 Q) Water Summit(May 9) EWRI Conference(Aug. 6) St.Croix Research Rendezvous(Oct.22) ^T Washington CountyWater Consortium(Sept.4 and Dec.4 t,00i'ditiation of monthly Watersbed Partners meetings and workshops Planning support for Washiulnon County Water Consortium Wait until you hear y . *w w L,4 2. ��,►��•� r,r _.. SALT SMART w. ro — �I 10 18 of 32 NEW MATERIALS AND RESOURCES In 2019, EMWREP developed dozens of new education materials for the Minnesota MS4 Toolkit, through a contract partnership with the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency. Completed resources can be accessed online at the MPCA Stormwater Wiki. We will continue to add new resources to the toolkit in 2020. Please refer to the full report for example images and materials lists. 11 19 of 32 Eric Johnson From: Mary Mccomber <marymccomber@aol.com> Sent: Saturday, December 28,2019 9:00 AM To: Eric Johnson Subject: Fwd:Top 5 Blogs of 2019 For weekly notes -----Original Message----- From: National League Of Cities(NLC) <news@nlc.org> To: marymccomber<marymccomber@aol.com> Sent: Sat, Dec 28, 2019 6:03 am Subject: Top 5 Blogs of 2019 View in 9 y Q wr µ 1 Which Federal Programs Will Be Funded? Tracking the FY20 Congressional Budget NLC's Fiscal Year 2020 budget tracker tracks specific FY20 spending bills as they are introduced so you can find where the numbers stand on the programs that matter most to your city, town or village. 1 20 of 32 From government shutdowns, to changes in city fiscal conditions, 2019 was a year of fast-moving news for local government. As we begin to look forward to 2020, we're taking a quick look back at the top 5 blogs of 2019. These are the articles city leaders read, shared, and visited the most this year. CONGRESSIONAL & O U LAST CHANCE J Z FOR CITY SUMMIT Offer expires Dec. 31st! U ATTENDEE DISCOUNT >> REGISTER TODAYU The Risk of Another Government Shutdown is Increasing There are doubts that work on the twelve spending bills will be completed by the deadline, given the impact of the holidays and the impeachment inquiry on the Congressional calendar. For First Time in Seven Years, Cities Anticipate Revenue Decline In the Los Angeles suburb of Bellflower, California, officials are getting the city budget ready for a slowdown by tightening spending and beefing up reserves. 4 The Ongoing Veteran Healthcare Crisis According to a recent survey of injured post-9/11 veterans, 94% experienced physical injuries that are considered severe, 91% live with severe mental health conditions, and nearly a third need aid and attendance with everyday activities because of their injuries. z 21 of 32 This Small City in Kansas is a Leader on Climate Resilience Across the country, local leaders are recognizing the benefits of reaching across jurisdictions to address climate issues. 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This message was intended for: marymccomber@aol.com 660 North Capitol Street, NW, Suite 450, Washington, DC 20001 Privacy Policy I ©2019 NLC, All Rights Reserved Powered by Higher Logic 4 23 of 32 Eric Johnson From: National League of Cities <membership@nlc.org> Sent: Friday,January 3,2020 2:19 PM To: Eric Johnson Subject: Showcase Your Community's Diversity,Apply for NLC City Cultural Diversity Award If this message is not displaying properly,please view the online version NLC Nominations Open 2020 CITY CULTURAL F I DIVERSITY AWARDS How does your city promote inclusion and diversity? Share your story. Apply for NLC's annual City Cultural Diversity Awards. These awards recognize 6-8 municipalities for innovative programs promoting and supporting diversity in their communities. Awards will be presented in Washington, DC at the 2020 Congressional City Conference Diversity Breakfast. Deadline for applications is January 24. Apply today. 1 24 of 32 Eric Johnson From: Mary Mccomber <marymccomber@aol.com> Sent Monday, December 30, 2019 1:20 PM To: Eric Johnson Subject: Fwd: NOMINATE Outstanding Community Members for the 2020 Community Awards! *Deadline Dec 31stW For weekly notes ----Original Message---- From: Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce<communications@GreaterStillwaterChamber.com> To: marymccomber<marymccomber@aol.com> Sent: Mon, Dec 30, 2019 11:10 am Subject: NOMINATE Outstanding Community Members for the 2020 Community Awards! rIDeadline Dec 31st! The Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce is taking nominations for their 2020 Community Awards - S categories! Nominate Now! _R CHA W I T k COMMUNITY Ra GS 4 2020 1 25 of 32 Nominate an outstanding Chamber and/or Community member or business in the following categories: NEW! Meritorious Civilian Service Award NEW! Youth Visionary Award Chamber Ambassador of the Year Educator of the Year Small Business of the Year Non-Profit of the Year Large Business of the Year Volunteer of the Year The Winners will be awarded at the Chamber's 2020 Winter Gala Ceremony to be held on Friday, February 7, 2020, now in its 4th year. This is the Chamber's "big night" to honor its members and community with the awards presentation, along with a plated dinner, music and dancing and live and silent auctions. The 2020 Winter Gala's theme is USO and will be a night to remember, held at The A Event Venue in downtown Stillwater. Guests are encouraged to wear cocktail or theme attire and the d6cor will reflect the USO theme. NOMINA TE HERE! We all know an individual(s) who is worthy of a nomination. Now is the time to honor and acknowledge those individuals. It takes just a few moments to nominate using our easy online form HERE. Nominations can be made in more than one category and for more than one person. 2 26 of 32 Please allow yourself 15-25 minutes to complete the nomination form and have all the information about the nominee available when you complete the form. The Community Award Selection Council relies on only the data they are given when rating the nomination forms. The Community Award Selection Council is comprised of past winners. Thank you for taking the time to give back! DEADLINE to nominate: December 31, 2019 Want to support the Winter Gala? Consider one of our Sponsorships HERE Purchase a Table or Individual Gala TICKETS NOW! Thank You very much for taking your time to nominate a fellow Chamber or community member. We look forward to celebrating these accomplishments at the 2020 Winter Gala Community Awards Celebration on February 7th. e A OGILAB+E R&TIVI 13•1111041WI *Chsm64B*2020 Copyright©2019 Greater Stillwater Chamber,All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: Greater Stillwater Chamber 200 Chestnut Street East #204 Stillwater;MN 55082 Add us to your address book 3 27 of 32 Eric Johnson From: Mary Mccomber <marymccomber@aol.com> Sent: Monday, December 30,2019 1:22 PM To: Eric Johnson Subject: Upcoming Ribbon Cuttings Eric, FYI for weekly notes-and post: _ Panera-January 15 9-10 a.m. (, ��.., The Croix Group-January 23 45p.m. f L Mary "Rt bb()Oi 28 of 32 n,s F j � � llllllll� Flu �f Start warming �) �l R C up for Team#MnCities —the League's 2020 " " AN NUAIL CONFERENCE Annual Conference this June in sozp St. Paul! You'll stretch yourself as you explore solutions to the unique hurdles city officials face, get motivated by inspiring speakers, and build relationships with city teammates from across the state.`' i 1 m Registration will open in March! For more information visit: www.imc.org/AC2020 29 of 32 Eric Johnson From: Mary Mccomber <marymccomber@aol.com> Sent: Tuesday, December 31,2019 10:02 AM To: Eric Johnson Subject: Fwd: 1600 Daily TOP 10: President Trump's biggest accomplishments of 2019 For weekly notes -----Original Message---- From: Crozer, Wiliam F. EOP/WHO<William.F.Crozer@who.eop.gov> Sent: Tue, Dec 31, 2019 9:04 am Subject: 1600 Daily-TOP 10: President Trump's biggest accomplishments of 2019 ■r 1S00DOily The White House• December 30, 2019 TOP 10: President Trump's biggest accomplishments of 20191 Americans saw plenty of Washington at its worst this year,with one party in Congress obsessed with a partisan impeachment stunt and obstructing progress at every turn. But despite getting no help from the far left,America today is soaring to new heights. It's tough to pick only 10 accomplishments from such an extraordinary year, but here are just a few of the biggest things President Donald J. Trump has gotten done for the American people in 2019: i 30 of 32 1. The Trump Boom is going strong. The unemployment rate recently hit its lowest mark in 50 years. All told, since President Trump's election, our economy has added more than 7 million jobs—over half a million in manufacturing alone. 2. The stock market keeps breaking records: The Dow Jones and S&P 500 hit record closes again on Friday. 3. The working class is thriving, as are previously forgotten communities. Wages are now rising the fastest for low-income workers, and poverty rates for African Americans and Hispanic Americans have reached all-time lows. 4. Accountable government is back. Since taking office, President Trump has rolled back nearly 8 regulations for every new one, saving American taxpayers more than $50 billion in the process—with bigger savings still to come. 5. Better trade deals are putting America back in the driver's seat. Congress approved President Trump's USMCA this month—a huge win for U.S.workers, farmers, and manufacturers that will create 176,000 new jobs. 6. Trade with China in particular is about to get a whole lot fairer. As part of a historic "phase 1"deal, Beijing has agreed to structural reforms in its trade practices and to make substantial purchases of American agricultural products. 7. Securing the border is paying off and making our country safer. President Trump struck new agreements with Mexico and Central American countries this year to help stop the flood of illegal immigration. Thanks to this swift action, border apprehensions fell by more than 70 percent from May to November. 8. On health care, President Trump is fighting to give our patients the best system on Earth. While Democrats try to take away choice,the President's focus on affordability led to the largest year-over-year drop in drug prices ever recorded. 9. American interests are taking center stage abroad. In just one example:After years of not paying their fair share, NATO Allies will have increased defense spending by$130 billion by the end of next year. 2 31 of 32 10. Our great military took out the world's top terrorist in October. (Meet Conan,the hero dog who helped them do it!) Our troops are now getting the support they deserve. President Trump recently signed the National Defense Authorization Act for the 2020 fiscal year,which includes the biggest pay raise for our military in a decade. On behalf of President Trump and his entire Administration, have a blessed and wonderful New Year! WATCH: "Our best days are vet to come!" Privacy Policy I Contact the White House The White House• 1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW•Washington,DC 20500-USA•202-456-1111 3 32 of 32