Loading...
HomeMy WebLinkAboutweekly Notes- January 17th 2020 I CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS—WEEKLY NOTES for: January 17`b,2020 TO: City Council Members & Staff FROM: Eric Johnson,City Administrator Zoning &Development Items: 1. An application was submitted by Fury Motors for an Interim Use Permit - wholesaling of autos - at their eastly site— Staff expects this to be reviewed and on the Feb Planning Commission Agenda. 2. Sprint was provided a notice of their required annual rate adjustment of 5% (or CPI) whichever is greater—this is for their antennas on TOWER 2. Please see the enclosed letter. Since their lease was signed in 2004, the City has generated over$600,000 in lease revenue that has offset local utility rates. To date, the arrangement has been a quiet-tenancy and included a water tower repaint where Sprint was reasonable to work with in coordinating their equipment removal and re-setting. 3. The City was advised that the Norell Ave. Project was not included in Gov. Walz's Bonding Bill; please see the email from Ms.Angie Huss of the Lockridge Grindal—enclosed. Further reach-out to our Legislators will be necessary as she notes.... Other Items: • METRO CITIES will not be seeking a rate increase for 2020—Please see their enclosed letter. • Community Thread provided the City a THANK YOU for its continued support on the DARTS bus project. • Following the City Park BALL FIELD reservation policy,the City has issued a permit to the SVCAA for summer and fall sports; I have attached a copy of the documentation so as to refresh your memory of the policy and process. (nothing new however). • The City was approached by a resident to see if the City could develop a Pollinator Garden.This type of facility can be labor intensive and on-par with a Prairie Restoration in size which requires significant capital, maintenance and reporting related to some grant programs. In an alternative,Staff suggested the City support small-homeowner based facilities where the City only matches with a small contribution +/$250.00 (similar to the rain-garden program)where the resident provides the majority of the funding and/or maintenance and required care. This was favorable to the individual and we hope to have a draft proposal to you for Jan 28th. Council Member Runk provided: Facebook posting of the City Police Department from Feb 2017—Related to City EMS services Mayor McComber provided: 1. METRO CITIES NEWS for 1/17/20— Including Short memo on the BUILT IT RIGHT process started by the LMC-see enclosed. 2. NLC Federal Advocacy Newsletter for 1/14/20 &NLC Weekly for 1/11/20. 3. Chamber Event information -Bags, Beer& Bingo Please let me know if you have any questions-651-253-7837 Call Anytime. 1 of 24 City of Oak Park Heights 14168 Oak Park Blvd. N•Box 2007 o Oak Park Heights,MN 55082•Phone(651)439-4439•Fax(651)439-0574 January 16,2020 QIbNIhOn Csrv♦s(W1 Sprint Contract and Performance Sprint Site ID#MS21XC930-C a�. - Mailstop:KSOPHT0101-Z2650 Sa 6391 Sprint Parkway Overland Park,KS 66251-2650 „ E:City of Oak Park Heights–Lease Rate Increase as of 1-1-20 � Dear Sprint Representative, �r ,, f�aaw�aueaa. nm- a:a..aaa:a`a.s aalp ma,aum:mruanm mut.� mm.aua vw mm mueaaat mr Pursuant to the Site Agreement between the City and your firm,(see Article 3.Rent)the ¢'- om'"` a—` m.:max:aua,au..a,a,aua: � �� annual rent will be increased on Jan 1st during the term hereof by the greater of an increase 29-1— —M.....(� tau ms.mmima,,ayu.maa: .,e.. mae'mJa:nal of 5%from the previous years annual rent OR by an amount equal to the increase in the Consumer Price Index–C.P.I.(All Midwest Urban Consumers,All-Cities,All Items, 1984=1 00,as published by the Bureau Labor Statistics–BLS). The C.P.I.for year ending in 2019 from year end 2018 is currently estimated to be 1.49%+/-.Enclosed is the data from the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics website and is well below 5.0%.See source: 1ftpsJ/data.bis.aovtumesedes/CUUR0200SA0?amo%253bdata tool=XGtable&outout viewdata&include graohs_tr-- Accordinaly,the appropriate increase for 2020 oayments Per the Site Agreement is 5%over 2019 New 2020 monthly Payments are to be$3.929.18.(The 2019 rate was$3,742.08) If you have not alreadypode this rental rate revision,please immediately do so and provide the City with a check in the amount that may ha en ' ed for Jan or Feb 2020. Plea I e k if you have any questions i I ' J City inistrator C Weekly notes/City Finance Dept 7 J Kevin Sandstrom,City Attomey *` 12- 1809 Z1809 Northwestern Ave.Suite 110 .-NW Stillwater,MN 55082 vt�DO'D Sprint National Lease Management / 6391 Sprint Parkway Mailstop KSOPHT0101-22650 s _� Overland Park,Kansas 662512650 Sprint Law Department -rO L CS AV 0p Attn:Tennant Real Estate Attorney L 6391 Sprint Parkway Mailstop KSOPHT010122020 Overland Park,Kansas 66251-2020 2 of 24 Eric Johnson From: Huss,Angela A. <aahuss@locklaw.com> Sent: Wednesday,January 15, 2020 11:45 AM To: Mary McComber, Eric Johnson Cc: Lenczewski,Ann T. Subject: Governor's Bonding Proposal Mayor McComber and Administrator Johnson, As Ann already relayed, unfortunately the 601'and Norell project was not included in the Governor's proposal that was laid out today.We're disappointed to see it, but he did note in his press conference that there were local projects he didn't include, but he would be open to discussions with legislative authors on why that project is necessary. We will make contact with your legislators and request again that they speak directly with the Governor on this. Now it will be even more important for our authors to see to it that this project is included in their respective House/Senate bonding bills. Thanks, Angie Angie Hasek Huss I State Government Relations LOCKRIDGE GRINDAL NAUEN P.L.L.P. 100 Washington Avenue S I Suite 2200 1 Minneapolis MN 55401 C:507-399-3690 1 www.loddaw.coni This e-mail may contain information that is privileged,confidential or otherwise protected from disclosure. If you are not the intended recipient or otherwise have received this message in error,you are not authorized to read, print, retain,copy or disseminate this message or any part of it. If you are not the intended recipient or otherwise have received this message in error, please notify us immediately by e-mail, discard any paper copies and delete all electronic files of the message. 1 3 of 24 CETRO CITIES Association of Metropolitan Municipalities January 6, 2020 Eric Johnson, City Administrator City of Oak Park Heights 14168 Oak Park Blvd N Oak Park Heights, MN 55082-6476 Dear Eric: Hello and Happy New Year to you. Enclosed please find an invoice for your city's 2020 Metro Cities' membership dues. The dues reflect a 0% increase approved by the Metro Cities Board of Directors. I want to take this opportunity to thank you for your membership in Metro Cities. Metro Cities represents the shared interests of metropolitan area cities before the Legislature, Executive Branch and Metropolitan Council. Your membership is critical to assuring effective representation on issues of significance to cities in the seven-county metropolitan area. Metro Cities' 2020 legislative policies are available online at www.MetroCitiesNM.org/2020- legislative-policies. These policies will serve as the framework of Metro Cities' work at the Legislature and Metropolitan Council this year. If you would like a hard copy,please give us a call at 651-215-4000. On behalf of the Metro Cities Board and staff, we look forward to working with you in the coming year. Please be sure to contact me with any questions at 651-215-4002. Sincerely, atricia an Executive irector Enc. 145 Uuivers tm&e W•St.Paul,MN 55103-2044 •Phone(651)2154000•Fax(651)281-1299 •www.MetroCitiesMN.org connecting people. enriching lives. January 13, 2020 2300 Orleans St.W. Stillwater,MN 55082 651.439.7434 T 651.439.7616 F Eric Johnson communitythreadmn.org Administrator, City of Oak Park Heights 14168 Oak Park Blvd. No. Board of Directors Box 2007 Oak Park Heights, MN 55082 Fred Anderson Board Treasurer Community Volunteer Dear Eric, Steve Brady Community Volunteer Thank you for joining us as a sponsor of Community Thread's Connector Loop. This is confirmation of your support in the amount of$3,000. Chris Dressel Board President First State Bank and Trust Community Thread has improved the lives of adults and their families in our community for over 50 years.With your support,we will continue to bring a Aaron Drevlow Board Past President circulator"loop"to the Stillwater and Oak Park Heights area. Stillwater Area Schools Transportation is a critical link in helping people maintain their mobility and Ruth Hjelmgren Board Vice President access services that provide for their overall health and self-sufficiency. It also The Sanctuary has a significant economic impact in our community.We are proud to partner with DARTS, and sponsors like you,to bring this cost effective service to our Sharon King community. Andersen Corporation Rachael Kozlowski Again,thank you for helping us achieve our vision of a community where all Demand Quest Marketing people are engaged, enriched and connected. Terry Mistalski Digital Dental Solutions With gratitude, Renae Pominville �c®® Board Secretary���f`/y rovers¢€�:cxr C/� l cO�����- Lake Elmo Bonk XA1MEETS (� STAND DS ENTERPq SE Sally Anderson Linda Shurden Comfort Keepers Executive Director Sarah Stivland Community Volunteer Gift Amount: $3,000 Gift Date: 01/13/2020 Julie Swedback Community Thread is a 501c(3)non-profit. Swedback Low PLLC No goods or services were provided in exchange for this gift. Lynn Vernon Community Volunteer Gina Zeuli City of Oak Park Heights community thread 5 of 24 Adopted 2-16-11 -by Park Commission City of Oak Park Heights-Field and Rink Reservation Policy In an effort to maximize the use of the City's Baseball,Softball,Hockey and Soccer fields the City Parks Commission has adopted the following polices: 1. At no time shall hockey or pleasure rinks nor their adjacent warming houses be'reserveable'.At all times these facilities remain open to the public for general use during normal operating hours as specified by the City.Any'pick-up games'shall be all—inclusive to anyone desiring to participate and subject to the review of the City and its assigned staff.There shall be no"team-practices"held on City rinks.(Note:During summer months park shelters that also serve as skating warming houses may be reserved) 2. Baseball/Softball fields/Soccer fields are available on a"first come-first serve basis",however these fields are 'reserveable'by organizations that serve a collective and public function promoting youth team sports/activities.Those organizations must meet ALL of the following minimum criteria in order to reserve a field(s): • The organization must solely serve/act as a youth organization. • The organization,its teams and their members participating shall have formal non-profit status.Proof of such non-profit status and minimum general liability insurance shall be provided to the City naming the City as an additionally insured. • The organization nor its respective teams may hold"tryouts"as a pre-requisite to full participation,any youth who wishes to participate must be fully accommodated by such organization at no additional cost or requirements and shall be allowed to be a full participant. • The organization may be required to complete required field maintenance at their expense as directed by the City,Cash deposit may be required. • The organization shall fully indemnify and hold harmless the City from loss or injury incurred while participating in such activity.Forms shall be provided. • The City does not allow the reserving of fields for individual team practices or games.Any and all field reservations requests shall be communicated to the City solely by the managing organization. All requests to reserve a field shall be made not less than 60 days in advance and in writing and copy of the organizations non-profit Federal ID number shall also be provided.No requests shall be considered without such required timeline being met.The City reserves the right to limit number of days,hours and participants a particular organization may use the field. In the event there is a competing interest in fields by qualified organizations,the City(though City Staff)may consider a first-come first serve basis and/or the City may award the field(s)at its sole discretion and may take into account any other factors or conditions it deems reasonable.Any appeals to decisions made by the City Staff in awarding fields may be appealed to the Park Commission. 3. The City makes no commitment on the condition or quality of the available facilities.The City performs only basic grass cutting maintenance as budget and time allow.The City does not'drag'ball fields,does not"line"soccer fields nor any other field or park. 4. Basketball courts,playgrounds,tennis courts,disc-golf courses may not be reserved and are used on a first-come-first- served basis. 5. The City does have a separate policy on renting of Park Shelters,typically applied during non-winter months.Contact City hall for this information. 651-439-4439. 6 of 24 CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS-BREKKE PARK—PERMIT TO UTILIZE SPORTS FIELDS This document once executed by the City represents a permit for the St Croix Valley Athletic Association,(hereafter referred to PERMIT HOLDER)to utilize the City of Oak Park Heights baseball—Softball&Soccer Fields(Lower and Upper)at Brekke Park for the ball seasons of 2020 on the following dates and times and only for the listed purposes: FOR BASEBALL AND SOFTBALL:USE OF BOTH DIAMONDS:FROM-April 13th thru July 171h,2020-on such date&times Upper Field: Monday,Tues.,Wed&Thurs- from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm. Lower Field: Monday,Tues,Thurs&Fri. - from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm. FOR SOCCER AND FOOTBALL:USE OF LOWER AND UPPER FIELDS—July 27th thru Oct.24 th,2020 Upper Field: Monday,Tues.,Wed,Thursday from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm&Sat from 8 am to 12:01 am. Lower Field: Monday,Tues,Thurs,&Fri from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm&Sat from 8 am to 12:01 am. Subject to the following conditions: CONDITIONS 1. This Permit applies only to use of the fields by youth duly signed with the PERMIT HOLDER, 2. Other than grass cutting the City does not perform any in-field,or other surface maintenance to prepare for any particular use.If there is a problem with the fencing structures,benches,gates,garbage cans or other non-field preparation related questions place contact the City Administrator Eric Johnson,651-439-1439,The PERMIT HOLDER shall make timely and independent inspection of the field areas prior to any use so as to identify any issues that may exist in a timely fashion. 3. City Summer Park Maintenance staff are not to be engaged by the PERMIT HOLDER,its teams,coaches or any other person to manage fields or to settle any possible field use dispute.Only the City Administrator may direct any required actions. 4. The use of the ball fields by the PERMIT HOLDER does not preclude the use of the surrounding areas by the public and all PERMIT HOLDER teams shall be respectful of such uses.This includes use of the disc-golf course,use of the surrounding park lands for soccer, dog walking,etc.Should there be a clear and consistent interruption of the PERMIT HOLDER'S use of the reserved fields the PERMIT HOLDER shall contact the City Administrator to resolve any on-going conflicts but the PERMIT HOLDER has no authority to direct the actions of any other persons in the City's Park Facilities, 5. The PERMIT HOLDER shall provide proof of liability insurance naming the City as an additionally insured, not later than March 318t, 2020, 6. The PERMIT HOLDER,its representative teams and coaches shall abide all City Park Rules,Field Reservation Policies and terms and conditions of this Agreement.Failure to comply with such rules and requirements may result in the alteration or revocation of this Permit, 7. The PERMIT HOLDER does hereby hold-harmless the City and its agents from any loss or liability as a result the PERMIT HOLDER or its participants,use(or desired use)of the City property.The PERMIT HOLDER does hereby indemnify,will defend and holds harmless the City and its agents from any loss or liability sustained as a result of the PERMIT HOLDER'S(or its participants)use of the City's fields.The City makes no warranty or guaranty of field conditions. Use of City fields,is at the PERMIT HOLDER and its participants own risk.(See application—as attached) 8. The City reserves the right to amend the terms and conditions of this permit tor just cause as determined by the City and at no penalty. 9. Upon the issuance of this permit,actual use of the field by PERMIT HOLDER equals acceptance and agreement to all stated conditions. 10. The issuance of this permit is based upon no other request for the use of the fields for the summer season. PERMIT HOLDER—(please sign): date President;SCVAA President— _._.....................____ _....._.._ x "t Name) Notary/Date PERMIT ISSUED BY- Date Eric Johnson,City Administrator,(PERMIT NOT VALID UNTIL SIGNED) 7 of 24 City of Oak Park Heights"-•Field Reservation Application Organization Name:S4, Crwi x U'a lby AAi '„c ADoce;Oji�,7 Organization Address: PO 1]v K y 7�_ �5��11c" e, a".J-poSQ Organization Phone A Cos/- �93 �10 Primary Contact Name:!Phone#: Fp G&A-4A Phone#aC C S'-? 0 YCJ 7 Organization Federal ID f" 1 19 7 (a/ 6 / (Your Organization must also be a non-profit in order to reserve City fields-if you do not have a Federal ID number,provide CLEAR and PRECISE State or Federal Documentation that establishes your non-profit status.) In addition to completing and submitting this application form,you must Also Provide at the time of submission the following on Separate Sheets of paler.NOTE:The Cill does not charcLe a fee for field reservations, however a failure to provide any of the following information as requested will result in a refected application: 1. Provide a specific and detailed request for the field and dates you desire to utilize. 2. In not more than three paragraphs outline the nature of your organization,how the fields will be used and by what age groups. 3. Provide a written statement that your Organization,for the purpose of the field reservation request shall ody be for youth,not older than 18 years of age. 4. Provide a written statement that your Organization,for the purposes of the use of City fields,do not hold try-out or make"cuts"to any youth who wish to participate and that all such youth shall have the full opportunity to participate. 5. Provide names,addresses and plane numbers of your executive committee or board of directors. 6 Provide the City a copy of your Organizations Certificate of Liability,which must name the City as an additionally insured (Such policy may not be less than$300,000) ' OI„y e mat, /'a h� Printed Name of Person Submitting Application Da te��3v �� Signature Notary(for signature) By signing the above: You are committing to the City that you have the authority to bind the Organization to the terms and conditions as are outlined in the Clty's Field Reservation Policy adopted by the City Park Commission on 7/15/11. Further,that the Organization does hereby fully understand and shall fully abide by Feld Policies and all other City Park noes that are identified under City Ordinance andlor State and Federal law.And,that failure to abide by such policies will result In revocation of privileges to utilize City fields under a reservation format Waiver of Liability:By signing above,your Organization does hereby hold-harmless the City and its amts from any loss or liability as a result the Organization's,or its participate,use(or desired use)of the City property.The Organization does hereby indemnify,will defend and holds harmless the City and its agents from any loss or liability sustained as a result of the Organization's(or its participants)use of the CWs fields. The City makes no warranty or guaranty of field conditions. Use of City fields,is at the Organization's and its participants own risk. 8 of 24 r Oak Park Heights Police Feb 10, 2017 at 11:02 AM • Q Oak Park Heights PD implements new CPR assistance device. We have trained and implemented a new advancement in CPR. The ResQ CPR device by Zoll Medical increases CPR efficiency by up to 49%. The OPH PD works with Lakeview Hospital EMS to ensure the best possible medical response for our citizens. The OPH PD is the first responding agency to medicals in Oak Park Heights and every minute counts in a cardiac event. This new device along with our AED units will help officers provide critical profusion and shock treatments if needed for the patient until Lakeview EMS Paramedics arrive on scene to provide further critical advance lifesaving te... You and 30 others 9 Comments 9 of 24 Metro Cities News 1/17/20 Pagel of 2 OMETRO ITMember Login B ®4 IES oI of BbopoWan RvAmpoWee Home Metro Cities News About Us Meetings&Events Membership Advocacy Policies&Resources MAMA Return to the blog Upcoming Events Metro Cities News 1/17/20 by:Kimberly Ciarrocchi Thu Jan 23,2020 Category:Newsletter MAMA Luncheon Calegary:MAMA Thu Feb 20.2a20 Jan ly_gtrn�Sies Board of Directors 17 In This Issue: '^eQtina Category:Mel.Chien Board of 0oaotnrs Thu Feb 27,2020 MAMA Luncheon Category:MAMA Thu Mar 19,2020 Metro Cities Board of Directors Meeting category:Metro Cases Board or a�mrs Governor Releases Transportation Bonding Recommendations T''°Ma,. ,.,,°'n Metro C1'ities Board of Directors Meeting Governor Walz released this week a recommendation for$396.8 million in spending on transportation cm.gary:Me.cir.a Beard arotreuors as part of a$673 million Public Safety and Asset Preservation bonding proposal.The proposal includes funding for programs that are supported by Metro Cities. View Full Calendar The Governor's proposal calls for$112 million to the Local Bridge Replacement program that provides Our Tweets grants to local governments to replace or rehabilitate small and large bridges.The proposal also calls for$100 million for the Local Road Improvement program that provides local governments funds for the construction or reconstruction of local roads.Metro Cities supports funding for these programs. The Governor is also recommending$110 million for rail grade separations at high priority railroad crossings as well as$6 million to replace aging or outdated railroad crossing gates and signal warning systems around the state. In addition,Governor Walz's proposal includes$10 million for the Safe Routes to School Program.This program funds infrastructure projects meant to increase safe and convenient opportunities for children who walk and bicycle to school.Types of projects could include new or enhanced sidewalks and bicycle trails,ADA improvements,traffic diversion and speed reduction,and enhanced crosswalk devices and markings. The proposal also recommends$26.4 million to the Board of Soil and Water Resources for the Local Roads Wetlands Replacement Program.These funds are used to replace wetlands drained or filled by local government road construction projects with wetlands elsewhere in the state.Metro Cities supports funding this program. To view the Public Safety and Asset Preservation proposal,click: The Governor has also included$55 million for a Busway Capital Improvement Program that will fund design,environmental work,acquisition of right-of-way,engineering,and construction along regional busway corridors.This funding was included in the Quality of Life portion of the bonding proposal and can be found EVENT:Regional Solicitation Workshops 10 of 24 https://www.metrocitiesmn.org/index.php?option=com dailyplanetblog&view=entry&yea... 1/17/2020 Metro Cities News 1/17/20 Page 2 of 2 The Metropolitan Council will host two workshop meetings(see below)to introduce prospective applicants to the 2020 Regional Solicitation for transportation projects.Approximately$180 million in federal transportation funds are expected to be available for allocation in 2024-2025. The application period for the Regional Solicitation is expected to be open in February,with all applications required to be submitted no laterthan April 16,2020.After projects are scored and ranked, the schedule calls for the Transportation Advisory Board(TAB)to select projects for funding late In 2020.To learn more about the Regional Solicitation,click or attend the upcoming workshops detailed below. Workshop Times and Locations Tuesday,January 28.2:30-4:00 om Metropolitan Council,Lower Level A 390 Robert Street North,St.Paul,MN 55101 Friday.January 31.9:30-11:00 am Metro Cities,St.Croix Room 145 University Avenue West,St.Paul,MN 55103 Application Categories The majority of the federal funding to be awarded through the Regional Solicitation is for projects In 2024 and 2025.Projects will be selected for the following 11 application categories: 1. Traffic Management Technologies(Roadway System Management) 2. Spot Mobility and Safety(new category for 2020 Regional Solicitation) 3. Strategic Capacity(Roadway Expansion) 4. Roadway Reconstruction/Modernization 5. Bridge Rehabilitation/Replacement 6. Transit Expansion 7. Transit Modernization B. Travel Demand Management(2022 and 2023 funds) 9. Multiuse Trails and Bicycle Facilities 10. Pedestrian Facilities 11. Safe Routes to School Questions about the Regional Solicitation can be directed to TAB Coordinator Elaine Koutsoukos at 651- 602-1717 or s Share this post: Metro Cities(Association of Metropolitan Municipallaer) 145 University Ave W,Suite 125 St.Paul,MN 55103 551.2154000 Back to top,^ powered by 0 MWIIbOCUdR 11 of 24 https://www.metrocitiesmn.org/index.php?option=com dailyplanetblog&view--entry8cyea... 1/17/2020 Kim BUILD IT RIGHT MINNESOTA CITI FOR SAFE. Ol AI-ITY HOMES Dear members, affiliates and colleagues, Over the past year, the Builders Association of the Twin Cities (BATC), also known as Housing First, has been making baseless attacks against Minnesota cities and claiming that building permit fees are driving up the cost of residential development. We believe BATC's goal is to ultimately enact legislation that would affect how cities collect these fees, shifting costs to existing homeowners and businesses. We've been leading the charge to push back against BATC, and as we head into the 2020 legislative session, we need your help. To ensure our voice is heard in the news and at the capitol, we need your support in sharing the facts, connecting with your legislators, and showing the strong, statewide support for local control over determining building and development fees. We've created a toolkit with everything from key messages and spokesperson tips to fact sheets and draft emails to legislators and reporters for you to consider using. We'll also be providing specific updates through this newsletter so that you and your teams can stay up to speed on what the League is doing to support cities on this issue, and to stay alert of any updates or additions to the toolkit and other materials. Together, we'll make sure that cities don't have to sacrifice home safety and durability so that builders can increase profits, and that we may continue ensuring that developers #builditright in our communities. Sincerely, Dave Unmacht DOWNLOAD THE ADVOCACY TOOLKIT We'll be keeping all materials for the advocacy campaign on our member portal. When materials are updated, we'll send out a note to ensure you have the most recent versions of fact sheets, messages and talking points Click here to download the toolkit now. Aar.._ LMLEAGUE of C MINNESOTA CITIES 12 of 24 Eric Johnson From: Mary Mccomber <marymccomber@aol.com> Sent: Tuesday,January 14, 2020 3:59 PM To: Eric Johnson Subject: Fwd: 2020 Federal Advocacy Outlook- Federal Advocacy Newsletter-Week of January 14 For weekly notes ---Original Message--- From: National League of Cities<advocacy@nlc.org> To: marymccomber<marymccomber@aol.com> Sent: Tue, Jan 14, 2020 3:40 pm Subject: 2020 Federal Advocacy Outlook- Federal Advocacy Newsletter-Week of January 14 If this message is not displaying properly,please view the online version. LEAGUE NLCOF FEDERAL i ■ ■ . t NEWSLETTER 2020 Federal Advocacy Outlook 2020 will be a crucial year for cities, towns and villages on Capitol Hill. With Congress back in session, America's communities are looking ahead to a year full of action, partnership, and progress. Critical Community Issues in 2020 House Passes Legislation to Address PFAS Contamination Last week, the House passed the PFAS Action Act and took an important step toward combating contaminated drinking water. As 1 13 of 24 Congress and the Administration move forward, NLC wants to uplift the stories of local leaders on this important issue. Next Steps and Details of H.R. 535 t 9 House Introduces CLEAN Future Act House Energy and Commerce Democrats have released a framework e <: for addressing climate change through economy-wide solutions, 1 , - - including the power sector, buildings, transportation, and industry. tlilVil�i ' Key Framework Features for Cities ACTIONSNAPSHOT - YOUR TEAM IN • NLC has launched the Leading Together 2020 Cities Agenda microsite. The Leading Together Cities Agenda reflects an understanding of Americans'top priorities and concerns. Visit the site to take action, read the Agenda and issue briefs, or learn about NLC's presidential election Task Force. • Presidential candidate and former South Bend, Indiana mayor Pete Buttigieg announced his commitment to NLC's Leading Together 2020 Agenda, pledging to work together with local leaders on the nonpartisan priorities laid out by local leaders from across the nation. NLC invites and welcomes commitments from all presidential candidates. The next Federal Advocacy Newsletter is scheduled for January 31. Congress Closes 2019 With a Flurry of Activity 2 14 of 24 Before leaving Washington for the holidays, Congress made headlines with an agreement to fund the federal government for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2020 and avert a shutdown. prfuiA Legislative and Regulatory Activity You May Have Missed ANNOUNCEMENTS Webinar I The Straight Scoop on Integrated Planning On Tuesday, January 12, from 1-2:30 p.m. eastern, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)will host a webinar, "The Straight Scoop on Integrated Planning."The webinar will highlight key elements of an integrated plan for addressing stormwater and wastewater requirements and how local governments can work with their state to adopt an integrated plan. Register for the January 12 Webinar FCC Extends Application Deadline for Intergovernmental Advisory Committee The FCC has extended the deadline for applications to its Intergovernmental Advisory Committee (IAC)to January 27, 2020. The IAC is a body of state, local, and tribal officials charged with providing the FCC with advice on a range of issues related to telecommunications. Full Description of the Application Process Department of Education Announces Recovery Assistance for Students, Schools Impacted by Natural Disasters The Department of Education announced the new$155 million in grant funds going to 13 states and the Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands in late 2019. These funds can be used for activities such as mental health and safety programs for students and staff, replacing instructional materials lost during storms, additional transportation costs for students, faculty and staff salaries, and debris removal and mold mitigation from schools. 2019 Disaster Recovery Grants COPS Hiring Program (CHP) The 2020 COPS Hiring Program is a competitive grant program designed to advance public safety through community policing by addressing the full-time sworn officer needs of state, local, and tribal law enforcement agencies nationwide. CHP provides funds directly to law enforcement agencies to hire new or rehire existing career law enforcement officers and to increase their community policing capacity and crime prevention efforts.All local, state, and tribal law enforcement agencies that have primary law enforcement authority are eligible to apply. Applications Due March 11 Community Policing Development(CPD) Microgrants Program 3 15 of 24 The 2020 Community Policing Development Microgrants Program is a competitive grant program designed to advance the practice of community policing by providing funding to local, state, and tribal law enforcement agencies. Applicants are invited to propose demonstration or pilot projects to be implemented in their agency that offer creative ideas to advance crime fighting, community engagement, problem solving, or organizational changes to support community policing. Applications Due March 11 NEWS Big Cities Mostly Prepared to Weather Next Recession, Report Says Route Fifty- December 29, 2019 Presidential candidates should agree: Fixing the housing crisis must not be partisan Cal Matters- December 30, 2019 Cities Need To Rethink Micromobility To Ensure It Works For All Forbes-January 7, 2020 The Biggest Issues to Watch in 2020 Governing-January 13, 2020 19NOWL LOPAIM ralm'LC OF OMS You may opt out of email communications from NLC at any time. Update your communication preferences This message was intended for: marymccomber@aol.com 660 North Capitol Street, NW, Suite 450, Washington, DC 20001 Privacy Policy I ©2020 NLC, All Rights Reserved Powered by Higher Logic 4 16 of 24 Eric Johnson From: Mary Mccomber <marymccomber@aol.com> Sent: Saturday,January 11, 2020 8:52 AM To: Eric Johnson Subject: Fwd:The Friday Night Lights of Invention Competitions For weekly notes ----Original Message----- From: National League Of Cities(NLC) <news@nlc.org> To: marymccomber<marymccomber@aol.com> Sent: Sat, Jan 11, 2020 6:03 am Subject:The Friday Night Lights of Invention Competitions View in browser NLCLEAQut •F(:,TIES ill,","' , 4 ... The Weekly I. nx } The Friday Night Lights of Invention Competitions "What can you build with $2,500 in 90 days?" This is the challenge Juan Barraza, director of student innovation at Portland State University, poses to students across Oregon every year. PSU's Invent Oregon Collegiate Challenge attracts university students from all disciplines and provides them with resources to bring a product from idea to reality. i 17 of 24 Congress Closes 2019 With a Flurry of Activity Before leaving Washington for the holidays, Congress made headlines with an agreement to fund the federal government for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2020 and avert a shutdown. v How Micromobility in Cities Evolved in 2019 From the rise of the micromobility industry in Santa Monica, California in 2017, we have seen a remarkable evolution of this new and popular service and the ., approach cities are taking to support sustainable mobility for all. 16, How Anchorage is Making Emergency Preparedness Inclusive In 2018, Anchorage emerged largely unscathed from what could have been a devastating 8.0 earthquake. News Brooks Rainwater, expert in city innovation Digital Future Society- January 9, 2020 USDOT unveils AV 4.0 report Smart Cities Dive - January 9, 2020 Cities Need To Rethink Micromobility To Ensure It Works For All Forbes - January 7, 2020 2 18 of 24 Announcements Nominations Open: City Cultural Diversity Awards There's still time to apply! Showcase your program or initiatives that promote and support inclusivity and diversity by applying for NLC's City Cultural Diversity Awards. These awards celebrate the variety of individuals and communities that make up our municipalities. Apply today. Nominations close January 24, 2020. New Partnership: NLC and Ford Foundation The nature of work is changing rapidly due to globalization, the growing economic role of financial markets, and new and emerging technologies. NLC is partnering with the Ford Foundation on a pilot initiative to help cities navigate these shifts. Learn more and sign-up to receive updates on the application process. Job Postings Community Services Director -- Los Alamos County Chief Talent Officer -- City of Corona Director of Public Works -- City of Roanoke MV You may opt out of email communications from NLC at any time. Update your communication preferences. This message was intended for: marymccomber@aol.com 660 North Capitol Street, NW, Suite 450, Washington, DC 20001 Privacy Policy 1 ©2020 NLC,All Rights Reserved Powered by Higher Logic 3 19 of 24 Eric Johnson From: Mary Mccomber <marymccomber@aol.com> Sent: Tuesday,January 14, 2020 3:57 PM To: Eric Johnson Subject: Fwd:JOIN US for Winter Fun! Bags, Bingo &Beer- February 29th at Brian's Bar&Grill! For weekly notes -----Original Message---- From: Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce<communications@GreaterStillwaterChamber.com> To: marymccomber<marymccomber@aol.com> Sent: Tue, Jan 14, 2020 3:52 pm Subject: JOIN US for Winter Fun! Bags, Bingo& Beer-February 29th at Brian's Bar&Grill! View this email in your browser Register Now! 20 of 24 4j 1 greater Stillwater chamber of commerce Saturday, Februar 29th 1 until 4 p.m . Get your Business Team together for Bags - Play Bingo - z 21 of 24 enjoy some Food & Beer specials! w ww iii i t w i° r wl I-I-qwa fill 11111in i i Come hang out with Chamber Members and your community for a fun afternoon! This event is open to the community and free to attend as a spectator! Raffles & Prize drawings! Gash & other Fun Prizes! 32 team Bean Bag Tournamera` REGISTER your Team of 21$40 or single registration of$20. RESERVE a seat to play! 3 22 of 24 r mW �� t 0 13. 3Z Register Now!, Attach YOUR brand to this fun event with a SPONSORSHIP! Hosted at 219 S. Main St., downtown Stillwater 23 of 24 - A I JGREATER$TU A kTU MBEK of C0 UivMRiCE �'allrl� "Bridging Bus cress & ., Copyright©2020 Greater SUAvater 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 Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update Your preferences or unsubscribe from this list 5 24 of 24