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HomeMy WebLinkAboutweekly Notes- March 13th 2020 CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS—WE ����r. March 131.0020 TO: City Council mb4W7stWra0)ir FROM: Eric Johnso ,City Zoning&Development Items: 1.No new applications have been received. 2. If you have topics for discussion for the planned COU g meeting-slated for 3124 please email me these items. COVID-19 Matters: To.Haulers and TransferStations The Governor held a press conference and issued a "peacetime state of emergency" From.Rarrim/Washington Recycling&Energy IR&E) declaration;What does this ultimately mean to the City is a bit unknown but likely relates Subject:COVID-29 Nanning at the Recycling&Energy Center to expenditure caps and how the State interfaces with Federal Government for various The Ramsey/Washington aid packages that may wind down to cities. Many of the recommendations offered ngtru Recycling&Energy Center is preparingforthe seemed to mirror other CDC guidance-wash your hands,limit exposure to large groups spread of the coronavirus aCpublic 91 in e,liourre ott Trash collection and management is an essential public service,like other utilities,and the R&E +250 persons, and If one is in the higher risk group 60+ or have underlying health Centeris a key part of thatservice in the East Metro. conditions to practice more rigorous social distancing.Closing schools was not part of the action this far. I have enclosed some of the documents related to his Briefing. R&E is planning for covro-19 and will ensure the R&E Center remains open for waste deliveries.The R&E Center would not close.operations will be • The MDH has established a COVID-19 Hotline that will run from 7:00 am to adjusted as necessary in response to this changing situation to ensure waste 7:00 pm:651-201-3920. deliveries can continue. • To listen to the Governor's press conference,follow this link: We will provide updates to you when R&E Canter operations are adjusted. n2p:iimnsenate.granicus.com/ViewPubiisher.php'/view idyl Some basic forms of City preparedness to know...for example:The City now has a FULL TANK of diesel—1,000 gallons for the water tower generator—this would run 2417 for one week.Similarly—another matter is verifying that Garbage-waste site will remain open—the County has issued the attached note,so at this point no issues with the place Tennis can take their waste but they will have to work hard to keep their staff healthy and showing up. Staff in all departments have been preparing other essential gear, concepts and materials and actions to allow the City function—possibly remotely where practical. As this unfolds a bit more next week,the Mayor and Council could declare its own State of Emergency(greater than three days)on 3/24 as that might allow some easier purchasing and directives for responses and possibly federal or state re-imbursements. The City's newsletter will have information and our website will have a weekly update or when new or compelling data should be noticed from the City-enclosed is a COVID-19 Public Update#1 for 3/13/20.That said,people are being overwhelmed with emails and notices so we want to be thoughtful to not duplicate any of these where practical. Other Items: • The City has received commitments from MNDOT,the Chamber,the School District,Middle St. Croix Watershed and St.Croix River Association to send a representative to the Advisory Committee. I would expect more nomination forms next week. • The City has received tentative approval from the owner of 5676 Oakgreen Ave for a roadway/utility easement—Jamie Junker.This will facilitate the construction of the trail way along Oakgreen Ave to the 58th Street intersection.A draft copy is enclosed for background, but will need to be approved by the City Council in the coming weeks.The City is being asked to pay$1,000 and repair the driveway curb-cut. Mayor McComber provided: 1. Lockridge-Grindal Legislative Update for 3/12/20 2. METRO CITIES Update for 3/6/20 3. NLC Weekly for 317/20 4. Chamber of Commerce—Toast and Topics Meeting—April 1st State of the Cities&COVID Information to Businesses. 5. MNDOT Information-Lift Bridge Grand Opening 6. Letter from Washington County providing information on the concept of a COUNTY increase to the local option sales tax for transportation of 0.25% 7. Cancellation of CONVERSATION IN THE VALLEY—was slated for 3/18/20 8. Legislative Update from Shelly Christensen 9. Information on HF Bill 3493—how the State may count prison populations in the Census and I the Council has any opinions on the Bill;possible floor session on 3/16. Please let me know if you have any questions-651-253-7837 Call Anytime. 1 of 45 STATE OF MINNESOTA Executive Department Governor Tires Walz Emergency Executive Order 20-01 Declaring a Peacetime Emergency and Coordinating Minnesota's Strategy to Protect Minnesotans from COVID-19 I,Tim Walz, Governor of the State of Minnesota,by the authority vested in me by the Constitution and applicable statutes, issue the following Executive Order: The infectious disease known as COVID-19. an act of nat ire_has now been detected in 11 R countries and territories, including the United States. COVID-19 has been reported in 42 states. There are over 1,600 confirmed cases nationwide,including fourteen in Minnesota. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary has declared a public health emergency for the United States to aid the nation's healthcare community in responding to COVID-19. The World Health Organization has recently assessed that this outbreak can be characterized as a pandemic. In coordination with other state agencies,local governments,and partners in the private sector, the Minnesota Department of Health("MDH")has been preparing for and responding to the COVID-19 pandemic in Minnesota. On April 4, 2019, I issued Executive Order 19-22,which assigned emergency responsibilities to state agencies to respond to and assist in recovery from the effects of natural or technological emergencies,including responsibility to engage in emergency preparedness efforts. On April 4, 2019, I also issued Executive Order 19-23,which directed state agencies to engage in continuity of government and continuity of operations planning. That Executive Order established the Continuity Policy Coordination Sub-Cabinet to develop and maintain a framework for a continuity of government plan, and to oversee agency continuity of operations planning,led by Minnesota Management and Budget("MMB"). Minnesota has taken proactive steps to ensure that we are ahead of the curve on COVID-19 prevention and response. Our State has been actively conducting continuity planning for state agency operations. MMB activated its Statewide Contingency Response Team("SCRT"),which meets regularly to coordinate and direct state agencies to ensure priority government services continue. State agency emergency managers and continuity coordinators from the agencies have 1 2 of 45 been meeting together and sharing information related to emergency management and continuity of operations planning activities. The State also has activated our Joint Information Center OTC"), led by the Department of Public Safety ("DPS") and MDH. The JIC is responsible for sharing operational updates and keeping the public informed on COVID-19. This group convenes daily to provide consistent, coordinated, and timely information. Agencies have activated their internal command or continuity teams and have been reviewing their emergency response and continuity plans,which are plans in place that outline how agencies will provide priority services during an emergency. Agencies have been reviewing their priority services and preparing their employees with the goal of providing uninterrupted priority services throughout an emergency. On January 29,2020,MDH instituted its Incident Command System("ICS'D. The ICS provides a standardized approach to the command, control, and coordination of emergency response. MDH convened a state agency COVID-19 coordinating group on March 3, 2020.DPS's Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management("HSEM") activated the State Emergency Operations Center on March 6,2020. MDH remains in close contact with federal, state, and local partners, and the Commissioner of Health recently convened a group of experts,including healthcare professionals (doctors,nurses, administrators,insurers), government partners(cities,counties,tribal nations),business and labor leaders, educators (child care,K-12,higher ed),public health experts, and authorities on long term care and Minnesota's aging population. This cross-sector group provides guidance to the Commissioner on MDH's strategies for responding to COVID-19. As part of the response,MDH experts have been providing timely information and education to the public and stakeholders through up-to-date website information,regular press briefings, and calls for stakeholders such as schools,long-term care facilities,healthcare providers,and the business community. MDH's COVID-19 website,with materials available in 16 languages,has been accessed by thousands of Minnesotans. Local resources are inadequate to fully address the COVID-19 pandemic. We must continue to take this pandemic seriously, and there are sensible steps that Minnesotans and our state government can take to protect all Minnesotans by slowing the spread of COVID-19,prioritizing our healthcare resources, and safeguarding at-risk communities. For these reasons,I declare a peacetime emergency in Minnesota and order as follows: 1. In consultation with federal, state, and local partners,tribal nations,relevant experts, and stakeholders, MDH will continue to lead the coordination of the State's response to COVID-19. 2. HSEM will continue to assist MDH and coordinate support through the State Emergency Operations Center and in accordance with the Minnesota Emergency Operations Plan. 2 3 of 45 3. All state agencies,in cooperation with appropriate federal agencies,will work to support healthcare providers,tribal and local governments, and public health organizations as they respond to COVID-19. 4. The Minnesota National Guard will ensure that it is ready to assist as needed during this peacetime emergency. 5. In consultation with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, as well as public health,medical, and other experts,MDH will continue to provide guidance that is accessible and transparent to all Minnesotans,including guidance on how to best prevent and reduce community spread of COVID-19 within Minnesota and manage critical healthcare resources. b. I encourage individual Minnesotans to help protect all Minnesotans by continuing their individual prevention efforts such as staying home when feeling sick,frequently washing their hands,and monitoring information about COVID-19. 7. I urge and advise Minnesotans to follow MDH guidance regarding hygiene,public gatherings, social distancing, and healthcare use. Minnesotans should regularly check MDH's COVID-19 webpage: 8. As circumstances require, and pursuant to relevant law,I will issue orders and rules to protect public health and safety.All state agencies are directed to submit proposals for such orders and rules to my office. This Executive Order and declaration of peacetime emergency is effective immediately under Minnesota Statutes 2019, section 4.035, subdivision 2,and its duration is governed by Minnesota Statutes 2019, section 12.3 1, subdivision 2. Signed on March 13,2020. "W 00 0 /��✓ Tim lz Secretary of State 3 4 of 45 Office of Governor Walz Aii & Lt. Governor Flanagan Office of Governor Tim Walz & Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan COVI D-19 Response and Preparation Minnesotans are working together to combat COVID-19, and we need to give them the resources they need to succeed. Governor Tim Walz and Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan unveiled a package of legislative proposals to better prepare our health care system and provide relief to Minnesotans affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. PROVIDE COVID-19 FAAFRGENCY FUNDIN The Governor and Lt. Governor recommend the legislature provide COVID-19 emergency funding to ensure state resources are in place to address COVID-19 emergencies and continue the functions of all branches of government, even if the legislature is not in session. REMOVE FINANCIAL BARRIERS FOR MINNESOTANS WHO NEED TO BE TESTED FOR COVID-19 The Governor and Lt. Governor recommend the removal of financial and administrative barriers that may keep Minnesotans from being tested for COVID-19.This proposal brings private, public, and state health insurance into alignment and provides additional flexibilities, including: • Authority to waive co-payments for testing, lab, office visits and urgent care related to diagnosis of potential cases of COVID-19; • Ability to address cost barriers to treatment, particularly for Minnesotans with high deductibles;and • Flexibility to require network and cost-sharing changes. PROM E HE DED RESOURCES TO HEALTH CARE AND LONG- TERM CARE FACILITIES The Governor and Lt. Governor recommend creating a grant and loan program to respond to the needs of health care facilities for training, equipment,transportation,and expansion of systems. In addition,this proposal would provide access to emergency short-term grants, long- term grants,and aid with cash flow for systems and facilities. 5 of 45 ACCELERATE AND MODIFY UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCI The Governor and Lt. Governor recommend allowing benefits to kick in immediately for employees who qualify for unemployment insurance because of COVID-19.The Governor and Lt. Governor also recommend relieving employers of the cost of unemployment benefits paid to their workers as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. EXPAND USE OF PAID SICK TIME The Governor and Lt. Governor recommend allowing private-sector employees to use paid sick time benefits when taking time off work related to COVID-19. ..I]EHL) IAX FILING DEAL)LiMii The Governor and Lt. Governor recommend adjusting the state tax filing deadline to conform to federal extensions. COMPENSATE HOURLY SCHOOL WORKERS FOR CLOSURES DUE TO COVI D19 The Governor and Lt. Governor recommend ensuring hourly workers employed by school districts are compensated during a school closure because of COVID-19. RATIFY STATE CONTRACTS AND COMPENSATION PLANS The Governor and Lt. Governor recommend taking legislative action to ratify state employee contracts and compensation plans to provide current insurance benefits and negotiated terms and conditions of employment to state employees, including those protecting the health and safety of Minnesotans. The Governor and Lt. Governor recommended extending the Governor's peacetime emergency powers for a longer duration for ease in implementation of rules and regulations necessary to help affected Minnesotans. CONTINUE TO IDENTIFY NEEDS AS THEYARISIF The Governor and Lt. Governor direct state agencies to examine emergent and ongoing needs of Minnesotans and bring ideas forward for further legislation or rulemaking. 6 of 45 „� DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH Strategies to Slow the Spread of COVID-19 in Minnesota To protect public health and slow the rate of transmission of COVID-19,the Minnesota Department of Health recommends implementing the following mitigation strategies. MDH Recommends Postponing or Canceling Certain Events These events include: • Large events of 250.or more people should be postponed or canceled o This includes but is not limited to concerts, conferences, and professional, college, and school performances or sporting events • Smaller events that are held in venues that do not allow social distancing of 6 feet per person o This includes gatherings in crowded auditoriums, rooms or other venues • Events where the majority of participants are at higher risk for severe illness from COVID-19 should be limited to no more than 10 people o This includes gatherings at retirement facilities, assisted living facilities, developmental homes, and health support groups MDH Recommends Immediately Implementing Mitigation Strategies Individuals and Families at Home • Monitor local information about COVID-19 in your community • Practice personal protective measures, including keeping social distance of at least 6 feet and washing hands frequently • Put household preparation plan in action • Individuals at higher risk for severe illness should avoid large gatherings, avoid travel, and stay home as much as possible Schools and Childcare Centers • Cancel or postpone all large events and gatherings of more than 250 people • Limit school-to-school events • Provide alternative learning environments for high-risk children • Sick students and staff should stay home until symptom-free for at least one day 7 of 45 • Incorporate extra handwashing into the daily routine and reinforce proper cover- your-cough procedures • Cancel interstate and international travel Assisted Living Facilities,Senior Living • Implement social distancing measures Facilities, and Adult Day Programs • Reduce large gatherings • Alter schedules to reduce mixing, such as staggering meals and other activities • Have residents stay in facility • Limit visitors and programs with external staff • Screen attendees,staff,and visitors for temperature and respiratory symptoms • If cases occur among staff or residents, consider short-term closures for cleaning and contact tracing Workplaces • Encourage staff to telework when feasible • Implement social distancing measures if not teleworking, including requiring at least 6 feet between workers, staggering work schedules, and limiting in-person meetings or gatherings • Limit non-emergency work travel • Consider temperature and respiratory symptom screening of staff and visitors entering buildings • Require workers who are ill to stay home • Provide accommodation for individuals at higher risk for severe illness, such as teleworking or separate office Community and Faith-Based Organizations • Follow general guidance for group gatherings • Consider offering video or audio of events • Determine ways to continue providing support services to individuals at increased risk of severe disease 8 of 45 i City of Oak Park Heights 14168 Oak Park Blvd. N•Oak Park Heights,MN 55082•Phone(651)4394439•Fax(651)439-0574 3-13-20 COVID-19 Update—City of Oa a eig — RE: Public UPDATE# From: Eric Johnson, ty A in' r v 1. Like other business an organiza ions City is monitoring the COVID-19 matter. However,the City must steadfastly accomplish the most b sic CORE F TIONS of public service delivery regardless of the situation-namely: 1. Ensuring wat is deliv to homes and hydrants, 2. That the sanita ers and sanitary sewer lift stations remain operational, 3. Streets remain plowed,and 4. Police/EMS/FIRE services remain intact and functional. Without these, all other facets of our daily lives can be impacted. To that end, the City has implemented various protocols with its staff related to securing resources such as fuel and equipment for CITY OPERATIONS and continuity, promoting further hygiene protocols and ensuring employees go home and remain home if necessary, should they become ill in the future. These are the first steps.And,when comingled with staggering work shifts-if necessary—the City's core functions are anticipated to be fully operational throughout this situation. Considering the dedication and quality of the City's Staff, we are confident that there will be few if any interruptions of these CORE SEVRICES.We must also ensure City Staff remain safe and are confident in their ability to perform their jobs which we all rely on. Should there be any changes related to the City's ability to deliver these CORE SEVRICES we will post them on the City's Website which can be found at www.citvofoakt)arkhei-hts.con°,and links will be placed on Facebook. One can always call City Hall at 651-439-4439 if you have any specific questions or need guidance on securing other aid. We will do our best to respond. There are several links to related to the COVID-19 and can be found here: hftps://www.cdc..Qov/comnavirus/2019-ncov/index.htmi https:/lwww.health.state.m n.us/diseases/Coronavi rus/situation.html hftps://www.health.state.mn.us/diseasesicoronavirus/index.htmi, hfti)s://www.co.washington.mn.us/CivicAlerts.as[)x?CID=1 The MDH has established a COVID-19 Hotline that will run from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm:651-201-3920. 9 of 45 ROADWAY, TRAIL,DRAINAGE,AND UTILITY EASEMENT THIS ROADWAY_ TRAIT.WAY DRAINAGE, AND UTILITY EASEMENT ("Easement') is executed effective as of April 15th, 2020, by J K&K Group, LLP, a Minnesota limited liability partnership("Owner")and the City of Oak Park Heights,Minnesota,a Minnesota municipal corporation("Grantee City"). RECITALS A. As of the date hereof,Owner is the fee holder of certain r *rty located in the Grantee City at 5676 Oakgreen Avenue North, Oak Park Heights, MN 55082, more particularly legally described on Exhibit A(the"Pr�onerty."). B. Owner intends to grant to Grantee City a permanent, nonexclusive easement over the Property in the area of the Easement Parcel legally described on Exhibit B which easement generally extends over the easterly 33 feet of the Property and is for the purpose of installing, operating, and maintaining a roadway, public trail, stormwater drainage improvements, and utilities dedicated to the public and related structures, which easement is more specifically described herein. C. Grantee City desires to acquire the easement granted herein on the terms and conditions set forth herein. NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the foregoing recitals, which are incorporated herein by reference,the Owner and Grantee City agree as follows: 1. In exchange and upon payment to the Owner for $1,000.00 the Owner grants to Grantee City a perpetual easement on and under the Easement Parcel over the area legally described on Exhibit B to access, install, maintain, operate, and repair a public roadway, public trail/sidewalk,stormwater drainage improvements,and/or utilities and related structures dedicated to the public, (all collectively the "Improvements"). Such structures and appurtenances may be installed above or below ground. This Easement shall also include the right of temporary access to and excavation of the Easement Parcel for construction purposes in order to exercise the rights granted in this Easement,provided,that Grantee City shall use all reasonable efforts to accomplish any construction work in such manner as will cause the least amount of interruption of Owner's continued use of the Property. 2. Grantee City shall not build or maintain, or permit to be built or maintained, any other structure on the Easement Parcel which obstructs Owner's use and enjoyment of the Easement Parcel of either a permanent or temporary nature, except that Grantee City may install improvements and structures related to the Improvements,at,above,or below grade. 3. Grantee City shall be solely responsible for the replacement and repair of the Improvements and other appurtenances relating thereto as described above and shall be solely responsible for the cost of the same. 1 10 of 45 4. In the event that Grantee City performs any repairs and/or maintenance to Improvements and any appurtenances relating thereto the Grantee shall restore the surface to a clean. level and/or stable condition and shall seed Such areas_ Revnnd the Grantee ritv'c obligations, if the Owner desires,the Owner shall be responsible to restore any other landscaping or any structure on the Easement Parcel or surrounding real estate that may be disturbed or damaged by the construction, maintenance, or other exercise by Grantee City of City easement rights provided in this Easement. The Grantee'City shall however be entitled to trim or remove any trees, shrubs, bushes or other plants or any other items on the Easement Parcel that may reasonably interfere with the Improvements. 5. Owner agrees that other than a residential driveway and mailbox, no structures, obstructions, or plantings will be erected or placed on the Easement Parcel, nor will any act be performed by Owner which will interfere with or prevent exercise of the easement rights granted in this Easement. After reasonable notice, if Owner fails to timely remove any said structure, obstruction,or planting, Grantee City may remove and may charge the cost of such removal back to Owner or to any other successor in interest, including placing such charge on the property tax roll as a special assessment. 6. All of the terms, conditions, covenants, and other provisions contained in this Easement, including the benefits and burdens, shall run with the land and shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of and be enforceable by Owner and Grantee City and their respective successors and assigns. 7. This Easement shall be construed and enforced in accordance with the laws of the State of Minnesota. 8. This easement sets forth the entire understanding of the parties and may not be modified except by a written document executed and acknowledged by Owner and Grantee City. 9. The non-use or limited use of the Easement and rights granted herein shall not prevent Grantee City from later use of the Easement and rights to the fullest extent authorized herein. 10. No violation of these restrictions shall result in a forfeiture or reversion of title to the Easement Parcel. 11. If any term, covenant, or condition of this Easement shall be deemed invalid or unenforceable by a court, the remainder of this Easement, or the covenant or condition therein shall not be affected thereby and each term,covenant,and condition shall be valid and enforceable to the fullest extent permitted by law. 12. This Easement may be signed in any number of counterparts with the same effect as if the signatures thereto and hereto were upon the same instrument. 13. As a further benefit to the Owner, if the Grantee City desires to improve Oakgreen Ave or install any related elements such as trails and that materially impacts the Owner's driveway 2 11 of 45 12 of 45 IN WITNESS WHEREOF,the parties executed this Easement effective as of the above date. OWNER: J K &K Group. LLP, a Minnesota limited liability partnership By: Name: Its: Managing Partner STATE OF MINNESOTA ) )ss. COUNTY OF WASHINGTON ) The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this_day o ®_ , 2020, by the managing partner on behalf of J K&K Group, LLP. Notary Public My commission expires: GRANTEE CITY: CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS, a Minnesota municipal corporation By: By: Name: Mary McComber Name: Eric Johnson Its: Mayor Its: City Administrator STATE OF MINNESOTA ) ) ss. COUNTY OF WASHINGTON ) The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this _ day of , 2020, by Mary McComber, the Mayor of the City of Oak Park Heights, and Eric Johnson, the City Administrator of the City of Oak Park Heights, a Minnesota municipal corporation. Notary Public My commission expires: 4 13 of 45 EXHIBIT A LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY PARCEL#:0502920140004 All that part of the North Half of the Southeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter of Section 5, Township 29,Range 20,described as follows: Commencing at the Southeast corner of said North Half of Southeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter; thence North along the East line thereof 182 feet to the point of beginning;thence continuing Northerly along said East line 218 feet to a point; thence West and perpendicular to the last described line 200 feet to a point; thence South and parallel to the East line of said Southeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter 218 feet to a point; thence East and perpendicular to the last described line 200 feet to the point of beginning, Washington County,Minnesota. Subject only to liens and encumbrances of record. Map shown for Reference ONLY: Vs r R Cit}'ut'Oal-PAr I[eig,Acs fYzfiS{+i%-{Y•fai551•{y.y+1 ! 11 ! 5 14 of 45 EXHIBIT B LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF EASEMENT PARCEL EASEMENT DESCRIPTION A permanent easement for ROADWAY, TRAYLWAY, DRAINAGE,AND UTILITY purposes over,under,and OAK PARK HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA across that part of the North half of the Southeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter in Section 5, Township 029, BOTH STREET „ serssr+w Range 20, Washington County, Minnesota described as '*l6 follows: • cs. Commencing at the southeast corner of said North half of { the Southeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter; thence .4",45 North 01 degrees 03 minutes 16 seconds West assumed bearing along the east line thereof, a distance of 182.00 !4 to the point of beginning; thence continuing along said east line North 01 degrees 03 minutes 16 seconds West, r o Bois 2o-1�aoo, 8 x a distance of 218.00 feet; thence South 88 degrees 56 minutes 44 seconds West perpendicular to last describe line,a distance of 44.16 feet;thence South 30 degrees 51 I x minutes 43 seconds East, 15.80 feet; thence southerly N 13.01 feet along a tangential curve concave to the west gc' M ry having a radius of 25.00 feet and central angle of 29 1 INCE{-50 FEET rq degrees 48 minutes 27 seconds;thence South 01 degrees 03 minutes 16 seconds East tangent to last described FVH. 20- curve,191.86 feet to a point on the south line of a certain I tract described in Deed Document No. 3067333, said r"ENENTDESCOMON �a.mu..K...mxaro. ++I.tr++.+ra+n4.,a uuv Pmp—,wb.n MW coos that a E Washington County;thence North 88 degrees 56 minutes ���.N��„Fatl» a�.o<��N a—:nE..f-%T—ftO . 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I� lllllli a il,� i�,>,..� IIIluuullluluglllllnuiUuuUlil a„.�,, II i ���\� rf� � � �� a� ������������., Z�\\`�: � uluuUuSulim c �` i vu...« 1. I t:. r, v �lidfi Il liiii �xroi �t . .S��11 iJ'I View Online � II State Government Relations I ��ll 1illlIN l III LoCKRIDGE a , GRINDAL NAUEN op- „I ItIt1 iirfiYiirfiii! . _ e€ I. H.Theodore Grindal Al ti l g. lk e isave en: Walz e�Ga6es Sua Partner L Budget Proposal - This morning, Governor Tim Walz released his supplemental state budget proposal. While the state's two-year$48.2 billion budget for the fiscal year that ends on June 30, 2021 was largely set last year, this year the legislature has the opportunity to make adjustments j Rebecca J. Kanninen based on the February Budget Forecast that projected a$1.5 billion Partner surplus at that time. 11 The main focus of the governor's supplemental budget proposal is replenishing the budget reserve and protecting Minnesotans from _ COVID-19. The governor's proposal recommends replenishing the state budget reserve account. At the end of the 2019 Legislative Session, a law Daniel G. Larson was passed to reduce the budget reserve balance by$491.369 Director,State&Local million on the first day of the next fiscal year to ensure a positive projected budgetary balance. The use of the budget reserve is no r 1 16 of 45 Government Affairs longer necessary to maintain a projected budgetary balance in the next fiscal year. The governor's supplemental budget proposal seeks to replenish that amount to keep the state's savings account strong. To keep Minnesotans safe during a potential outbreak of COVID-19, the governor's budget includes funding to prepare and respond to the illness. This fundinghas already been signed into law n will Y 9 and I cover Amos A. Briggs staffing expertise, laboratory supplies and personal protective Government Relations equipment, resources to local public health, and related response costs.The governor will request additional funds as needs arise. -`" Overall, the governor's budget proposal leaves$1.2 billion on the state's bottom line. All Peter H. Glessing Associate/ Communications& Grassroots Advocacy b Angie A. Huss Communications& Grassroots AdvocacyUL t An Tz Ann Lenc ewskil Government Relations AL k Jessica E. Undeen Government Relations u 2 17 of 45 Kevin J. Matzek Government Relations Carol J. Mraz Government Relations t TOP' Ail Nathaniel C. Mussell Partner i Kara V.Osterman Government Relations Cullen D. Sheehan Government Relations IIM ? 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Mark your calendars for the Metro Cities Annual Meeting on Thursday,April 16 at the Como Park Zoo and Conservatory,Bullard Rainforest Auditorium.The evening will start with a social hour,followed by guest speaker Rick King,Chair of the Metropolitan Airports Commission.The evening will wrap up with a brief business meeting to elect members and officers to the Board of Directors. All member city elected officials and staff are welcome,simply RSVP to �-. Flyers with Board election information will be mailed to each city in March. Questions or wish to RSVP?Contact Kimberly at 651-215-4000 or -hedy0metrocitiesmn.ora. Legislative Update Today marks completion of the fourth week of the 2020 legislative session.The House and Senate recently agreed to amend joint legislative rules to extend the first policy committee deadline to March 20,from March 13.The second and third deadlines remain the same.Hundreds of bills have been introduced this session.Bills of note and Interest to Metro Cities that have been Introduced this week are included at the end of this newsletter. Several bills that relate to local building inspections,zoning,park fees and permit costs have been introduced that would be highly consequential for local decision-making authority.Details on the bills and hearing activity is included in this newsletter.In addition,a bill - -Elkins that would create state standards for autonomous personal delivery devices and would preempt local authority to regulate these devices,has been introduced.Metro Cities recently met with FedEx,the proponents of this legislation,and expressed concerns with the bill.For more information on the device,click No hearing has been scheduled. 19 of 45 https://www.metrocitiesmn.org/index.php?ontion-7-com dailyplanetblog&view--entryb-,- a.. 3/13/2020 https://www.metrocitiesmn.org/index.php?option=com- ,e Metro Cities News 3/6/20 Page 2 of 6 Governor Walz Is expected to release his supplemental budget recommendations next week. Housing/Building Bills Bills relating to housing regulations,permit and development costs and fees,city inspections,city roles in housing,and state bonds for creating new housing were heard in eight separate legislative committee hearings this week.Metro Cities and several city officials testified on bills that have a city nexus, including several that would preempt local roles and decision-making authority. Contact Charlie Vander Aarde at 651-215-4001 or ` Ue@metrochies � with any questions. Infrastructure Accountability&Street Impact Fees: 2296—Ta We Legislation to provide statutory clarity for infrastructure needed as a result of new residential development received its first bill hearing this week.The House Local Government subcommittee heard HF 2296,a city-supported initiative to respond to recent Minnesota court decisions finding cities lacked the explicit authority to charge what are sometimes referred to as street impact fees. The subcommittee discussion focused on who should pay for growth and development in a community. Metro Cities'policies recognize that cities should make those decisions,and many cities have policies in place to support growth paying for itself.Rep.Brad Tabke's bill,as well as the companion bill Introduced by Senator Eric Pratt would statutorily clarify that authority.City officials from Prior Lake and Rochester testified in support of the bill.The bill passed the subcommittee and was referred to the House Government Operations committee.A Senate hearing has not been scheduled. Municipal Construction Permit Fees Cost Per Square Foot Basis: ,r 4/%�-Koran This bill would require fees for building permits,including any inspection fees that are adopted by a municipality,to be based on a cost per square foot.The bill was amended in committee to be more narrowly applied to single-family or multifamily residential structures with four dwelling units or fewer. Metro Cities,the League of Minnesota Cities and a building official from the City of St.Louis Park testified in opposition to the bill,explaining cities set fees based on valuation,the state directed proxy for the complexity of building inspections.The bill passed the Senate Agriculture and Housing Policy committee and was referred to the Senate Jobs Committee. Municipal Construction and Development Fee Revenue and Expenses Annual Report Modification: —Draheim The reporting form that is the subject of this bill is a statutory requirement for cities that collect more than$5,000 in construction and development related fees In a year.Cities are required to submit the form to the Department of Labor and Industry by June 30 of each year.The bill would raise the threshold to$7,000 and require all cities to complete the form.If a city did not collect at the fee revenue threshold it would check a box indicating so. Metro Cities initiated conversations with the Department of Labor and Industry(DLI)prior to the 2020 legislative session to discuss changes to the form.Metro Cities,the League and the agency have shared goals such as providing clarity and consistency,Including clarity on written direction from DLI to cities on how to fill out the form,expectations,level of detail,and what costs and expenses to include. The bill as introduced is prescriptive in several areas.Rather than a prescriptive legislative solution, Metro Cities supports reviving the method used in creating the original form,and formation of a working group of city and agency officials to recommend changes.Metro Cities has committed to working with the bill's author,Senator Draheim,on a process to revise the form that works for interested parties.The bill passed the Senate Jobs Committee on March 4 and was referred to the Senate Local Government Committee where it will be heard March 10. Municipal Housing Agencies Grant Applicants Modification: —Koran This bill requires a city to accept an application to the Minnesota Housing Finance Agency for a project as their application for local housing money for the same project.It also prohibits a city from Issuing a late fee fine to a nonprofit that receives city money for low-Income housing.Metro Cities testified with concerns on the bill as it reduces local control and complicates city reviews of local housing fund applications.The bill may require a city to review two different applications for the same local funds. Metro Cities received feedback from cities that issue housing awards that late applications are not fined but rather are not considered for that funding round.The bill passed the Senate Agriculture& Housing Policy Committee and will be heard by the Senate Local Government Committee on March 10. $500 Million in Housing Infrastructure,GQ Bonds,Including Shelter: —Hausman, F 3358— Hassan/ .—Utke The Capital Investment committees have begun hearing requests for state bonding funds.The House capital investment committee heard two bills this week that would raise$500 million between general 20 of 45 https://www.metrocitiesmn.org/index.php?option=corn dailyplanetblog&view=entry&yea... 3/13/2020 Metro Cities News 3/6/20 Page 3 of 6 obligation bonds and housing infrastructure bonds to support a range of housing programs administered by Minnesota Housing.Using HIB funds to build shelters for Minnesotans experiencing homelessness was a new use considered by the House Capital Investment committee and Senate Agriculture&Housing Finance Committee.Metro Cities supports additional state resources to support a range of local housing needs. Municipal Planning and Zoning Controls Limitation: - -Draheim A bill that would have significant effects for local zoning and planning controls was debated by the Senate Agriculture&Housing Policy Committee on March 5.The bill would put into state law several requirements and/or prohibitions for local officials related to residential development. Requires the 60-day rule to apply to building permits; Prohibits cities from requiring a Planned Unit Development Agreement(PUD)if the development complies with zoning ordinances or subdivision regulations; Prohibits conditioning the approval of a building permit,subdivision development or PUD on the use of specific materials,amenities or other aesthetic conditions not required by state building code; Prohibits cities from requiring more than one garage for single family dwellings;and • Encourages cities to facilitate development of unsubsidized affordable housing into their comprehensive plan,including smaller lot sizes for single family homes,allowing duplexes/triplexes or fourplexes onto lots otherwise zoned for single family,and allowing mixed use development. Metro Cities,the League of Minnesota Cities and officials from the City of Hugo opposed the bill in testimony that explained how cities use flexible land use and zoning policies to respond to and meet a range of community-identified needs.The bill passed and was referred to the Senate Local Government committee. Prohibiting Use of Certain Building Inspectors: -Koran A bill that would remove state mandates on local building officials was heard and passed by the Senate Agriculture&Housing Policy committee on March 5.The bill would generally prohibit city building inspectors,unless a city adopts an ordinance requiring their use.If a city adopts such an ordinance,the bill as introduced would make the city liable for a negligent inspection if the inspector acted within the scope of work,and the inspectors action or omission of an action caused injury,loss of property, personal injury or death.The liability provision was removed and the bill amended to include a provision that would require a city inspection within two days of a request.If the city could not meet that two-day deadline the applicant may use their own building inspector to conduct the inspections necessary for issuance of the building permit. Metro Cities,the League and a building official from the City of St.Paul testified In opposition to the bill, noting the conflict of interest created when a builder can hire their own inspector.The bill was referred to the Senate Jobs Committee. Housing Action Alerts.Canital Visits and Tastimonv Thank you to city officials who responded by contacting their legislators in response to bill alerts,and thank you to Bryan Bear from Hugo,Brian Hoffman from St.Louis Park,Mayor Kirt Briggs from Prior Lake and Steve Ubl from St.Paul who provided testimony on bills this week.Your presence,testimony and feedback on specific bills and how they affect cities is important and impactful.As further bills are considered,continued contacts to your legislators is critical and appreciated. Please contact Charlie Vander Aarde at 651-215-4001,or liejgmetrocitiesmn.grg,with any questions. Senate Finance Committee Passes Funding to Address Coronavirus(COVID-19) The Senate Finance Committee passed legislation( -Ralph)that would transfer money from the States general fund to the public health response contingency account to address the coronavirus (COVID-19).Funds would be accessible to the MN Department of Health(MDH).Officials from MDH provided .. on anticipated effects of the coronavirus,and the areas in which they would plan to allocate the funds.Uses would include costs related to increased staffing,lab testing, efforts at the local level through public health departments,and the purchasing of personal protective equipment. Individuals representing hospitals and health systems also provided testimony.The Minnesota Hospital Association made the case that more money was needed for the 20 percent of coronavirus cases that require hospitalization,saying that hospitals are full due to influenza and more space and equipment will be needed throughout the state should the pandemic reach Minnesota.The final bill language kept 21 of 45 https://www.metrocitiesmn.org/index.php?option=corn dailyplanetblog&view—entry&yea... 3/13/2020 Metro Cities News 3/6/20 Page 4 of 6 the moneys use restricted to the MN Department of Health and its local government partners,but senators expressed a willingness to consider funding for hospitals in separate legislation. On Thursday,the committee passed ,with a transfer of$20,889,000,which is the amount requested by the MN Department of Health.There is a bill moving in the House that was discussed in the House HHS committee but not acted upon.The value of the appropriation for the bill has not been determined. The League of MN Cities has issued Information to assist cities with local responses to COVID-19: Senate Bill on Primary Election Data A second bill concerned with protecting political party preference data collected during the presidential primary election was heard In two Senate committees. F�B2-Kiffmeyer restricts the use of this information,once given to party chairs,to elections and political activities.The bill protects the data from improper use through the Data Practices Act and clarifies certain penalties individuals face If they violate these restrictions. Senators in both committees argued that'elections and political activities'was too broad a term to place meaningful restriction on the data's use.Unlike -^ -Dehn,this bill does not allow voters to choose that their information be removed from the party preference lists. The bill passed In party line votes out of both committees and is now waiting to be heard on the Senate floor. Questions?Please contact Steven Huser at + :or 651-215-4003. Vehicle Registration Modification Bill Passes Senate Transportation Committee The Senate Transportation Committee passed . _•_:'-Kiffineyer,a bill that makes changes to vehicle registration fee calculations.This bill is the companion to wr qR.'".—Tabke.The House bill passed the House Transportation Committee last week.The changes in the bill are based on recommendations by a Vehicle Registration Task Force. The legislation proposes to change the base amount calculation used to determine registration fee amounts so as not to include a vehicle destination charge,and to base the registration amount to the vehicle's Manufacturers Suggested Retail Price(MSRP)value.The bill also calls for removing statutory language that does not allow the state to correct an erroneous tab fee amount if it will raise the amount a vehicle owner paid the previous year.This bill as currently drafted would result In an estimated decrease to the Highway User Tax Distribution Fund(HUTDF)by$3.7 million in FY 2021,and$12.8 million in the 22/23 Biennium.A fiscal note on the bill that was provided at the hearing shows a $316,000 decrease in Municipal State Aid(MSA)in 2021,and a decrease of$1.9 million in FY 2022-23. Both authors have expressed their intention to amend the bill so that it does not have a negative impact on the HUTDF or MSA funds.The bill was passed to the Senate Taxes Committee. Metro Cities is monitoring this legislation and will provide further information and updates.Questions? Please contact Steven Huser at or 651-215-4003. Metropolitan Council Accepting Regional Solicitation Applications The Metropolitan Council has released the 2020 Regional Solicitation and is accepting applications for federal transportation funding until April 16,2020,at 4 pm.After technical experts from across the region rank and score the projects,the Transportation Advisory Board(TAB)will recommend projects for funding in late 2020.Approximately$180 million in federal transportation funds will be available for allocation in 2024 and 2025. Eligible metro-area applicants include the seven counties,cities and townships,state agencies, American Indian tribal governments,transit providers,and non-profit organizations(TDM applications only). To learn more about the Regional Solicitation and to apply online,please visit the. 22 of 45 https://www.metrocitiesmn.org/index.php?option=com dailyplanetblog&View-entry&yea... 3/13/2020 Metro Cities News 3/6/20 Page 5 of 6 Projects will be selected from 11 application categories: 1. Strategic Capacity(Roadway Expansion) 2. Roadway Reconstruction/Modernization 3. Roadway Spot Mobility&Safety 4. Traffic Management Technologies(Roadway System Management) 5. Bridge Rehabilitation/Replacement 6. Multiuse Trails and Bicycle Facilities 7. Pedestrian Facilities B. Safe Routes to School 9. Transit Expansion 10. Transit System Modernization 11. Travel Demand Management(TDM)(2022 and 2023 funds) Council staff have added an additional training session for Tuesday,March 10,at 2:00 at the Metropolitan Council,390 Robert St.in Saint Paul,in the Lower Level Room C Computer Lab on the dates below.Please contact Elaine Koutsoukos at 651-602-1717 or elaine.koutsoukos(ametc.state.re . ,TAB Coordinator,to reserve your computer station. Questions about the Regional Solicitation can be directed to Elaine Kcutsoukos at 651-602-1717 or ela�ng koutscukos®metc state mn us. Water Quality Fee Increase Comment Deadline Approaching The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency(MPCA)has released a set of proposed amendments for public comment relating to rules that govern water quality fees.The public comment period for this notice closes at 4:30 next Friday,March 13,2020.The MPCA is requesting comments on proposed amendments to rules in Chapters 7002 and 7083 that govern water quality fees.This includes fees for municipal and industrial wastewater permits,municipal wastewater variances,municipal stormwater permits,feedlot permits,and subsurface sewage treatment systems.A concept document with information about the plan to adjust fees is available' The MPCA stated that their goal in the proposed amendments,with respect to increases in each fee area,is to cover 30%of agency costs for administering each program.This includes proposing to increase both municipal separate storm sewer systems(MS4)permit fees and municipal wastewater permit fees.MS4 permit fees are currently$400 every five years.Under the MPCA proposal,MS4 fees will be changed to an annual fee and be based on city population.The chart below is the proposed fee structure by city population: City Population Proposed Annual Fe 1,000 or Less $500 1,000-3,000 $1,000 3,001-10,000 $2,000 10,001-30,000 $4,000 30,001-50,000 $6,000 50,001-75,000 $9,000 75,001-100,000 $12,000 Over 100,000 $18,000 The notice is available at the MPCA public notice weboace.Additional information about this rulemaking,stakeholder meetings and how to submit comments is available on the Water Quality Fee Please contact Steven Huser at 651-215-4003 or email Steven metrocitiesmn.orc with any questions. Bills of Note —19AJ Lippert:Bill requires a report on ways to ensure sustainability of groundwater and surface water. HF 3944•Fischer:Bill appropriates funds to develop network for monitoring unregulated contaminants in sources of drinking water. HF 3948,Fischer:Bill appropriates money to study storm water retention and infiltration. HF 3974•Becker-Finn:Bill authorizes a county to establish speed limits under certain circumstances. HF 3982•Vang:Bill establishes a grant program to provide financial assistance to cities to address 23 of 45 https://www.metrocitiesmn.org/index.php?option=com dailyplanetblog&view=entry&yea... 3/13/2020 Metro Cities News 3/6/20 Page 6 of 6 climate change. L . .,Carlson,L.Bill proposes an amendment to the Minnesota Constitution adding a provision to allow the legislature or presiding officers to call a special session. HF 401� Elkins/ FS 4064•Draheim:Bill limits certain municipal regulations on residential development such as prohibiting municipalities from requiring land dedication fees or other fees not authorized in statute.The bill caps park fees and requires municipalities to maintain records on the collection and spending of such fees. HF 401 1,Carlson/. ?,Rosen:Bill extends the state aid to local governments to fund increased employer contributions to the Public Employees Retirement Association. HE ,Stephenson/ ,Koran:Bill charges the Minnesota Housing Commissioner with adopting rules that base building permit and inspection fees on square footage.The bill also prohibits municipalities from intentionally refusing to contract with an independent contractor because that contractor reports a violation of these rules. EJE4Q22' Hausman/ 4_1 Draheim:Bill authorizes the use of housing Infrastructure bonds for single family houses. JF 4-9.Sundin:Bill appropriates money for local government roads wetland replacement. .,Drezkowski:Bill changes law on Local Government Aid so that the amount of any over payment in aid will be taken out of the following year's aid for that city. HF 4068 Runbeck:Bill requires deployment of peace officers for each light rail transit train in operation, authorizes arrest for violations of public nuisance and crimes. HF 4074 Acomb/ Anderson:Bill extends sales tax exemption for purchases made by the city of Minnetonka for improvements to their public safety facilities. dE� Nash:Bill adds language governing how the Secretary of State's office deals with vendors and requires the secretary of state to engage a security expert to assess the office's data exchange partnerships with counties,cities,and other partners. ,Marquart:Bill reestablishes the Council on Local Results and Innovation and modifies program requirements. ri,_} ,Runbeck/" Chamberlain:Bili requires first class cities to dedicate a portion of their Local Government Aid to fund new positions for peace officers. FH 4t 6�.Mahoney:Bill makes materials purchased for the construction of a water treatment facility in St.Paul exempt from sales tax. Gomes:Bill restricts state and local officials,including city officials,from cooperating with federal immigration enforcement efforts. .,Chamberlain:Bill modifies local government debt financing by adding transportation or transit projects to list of acceptable use of proceeds. ,Chamberlain/ ,Marquart:Bill makes several changes to tax law,including some technical changes to property tax exemption language. ,Draheim:Bill prohibits municipalities from requiring planned unit development agreements with conditions that exceed the requirements of the State Building Code.Bill also limits municipalities from approving building permits based on aesthetics(materials,design,amenities).Finally,the bill prohibits municipalities from requiring more than one garage for a single-family home. Share this post: Metro Cities(Association of Metropolitan Municipalities) 145 university Ave W,suite 125 St.Paul,MN 55103 651-215.4000 Back to top 4t► powered by Q NKrAwCdds 24 of 45 https://www.metrocitiesmn.org/index.php?option=com dailyplanetblog&view=entry&yea... 3/13/2020 Eric Johnson From: Mary Mccomber <marymccomber@aol.com> Sent: Saturday, March 7,2020 9:09 AM To: Eric Johnson Subject: Fwd: Managing Through the Coronavirus:What Local Leaders Need to Know For weekly notes ----Original Message----- From: National League Of Cities (NLC)<news@nlc.org> To: marymccomber<marymccomber@aol.com> Sent: Sat, Mar 7, 2020 8:03 am Subject: Managing Through the Coronavirus:What Local Leaders Need to Know View in k)r°Cws,.,. NATIONAL LSAGWE NLC OF lira r . Managing Through the Coronavirus: What Local Leaders Need to Know As more cases of COVID-19, the Coronavirus, are identified in the United States, local leaders must answer the question about their own role in responding to the outbreak. The good news is that cities, towns and villages 1 25 of 45 have longstanding emergency protocols for public health emergencies such as this and now is the time to show leadership. Cities Support Local Entrepreneurship through Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Ambassadors For mayors who prioritize entrepreneurship, the "personnel as policy" creed is increasingly reflected in who fills out their administrations and how their economic development teams define success. Second Circuit Rules against Cities and States in t Sanctuary Jurisdictions Case Last week, the Second Circuit became the first federal court of appeals to rule in favor of the Attorney General's decision to add conditions to receiving federal Byrne JAG grants. -- — Integrated Planning Offers A Better Way to Comply With the Clean Water Act Integrated planning can provide much needed regulatory relief for cities, towns, and villages and result in greater environmental and public health benefits with ratepayer investments. News MIL-OSI USA: Senators Markey and Van Hollen Lead Legislation to Promote Affordable, Safe, and Healthy Transportation Options Foreign Affairs- March 5, 2020 For Growing Numbers of Struggling U.S. Cities, the Downturn Has Arrived MSN- March 3, 2020 2 26 of 45 City partners with national organization to help residents The Goshen News - March 3, 2020 Announcements COVID-19 Response Resources for Local Leaders NLC is committed to providing our members with the necessary tools and resources to ensure local leaders are well equipped to navigate the current outbreak of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in their community. Learn more. The 2020 Census is here! Our Census Rapid Response Grant Program extends urgent financial resources for cities, towns, and villages to improve Get Out The Count (GOTC) activities. Proposals will be accepted on a rolling, on-going basis until all funds are granted, or by July 31, 2020. Apply here for a grant for your municipality! Apply for 2020 Economic Development Grant Program In partnership with TIP Strategies, NLC is offering an exurb community the opportunity to bring nationally recognized economic development analysis on an issue critical to your municipality. Learn more and apply today. Job Postings City Manager -- City of Sidney, Nebraska Housing Policy Advisor -- Washington, DC Finance Director -- City of Manhattan, Kansas NWICNAL MAW N_i1-90FCMB1 You may opt out of email communications from NLC at any time. Update your communication preferences. This message was intended for: marymccomber@aol.com 3 27 of 45 or 14AM �� f+ w Of COMMElft The Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce is pleased to host a quarterly educational offering, Toast & Topics, to provide our members and community the opportunity to attend briefings on relevant local topics featuring an expert speaker and/or panel. i 28 of 45 The public is encouraged to attend. JOIN US on Wednesday, April 1st, 7:30-9:00 a.m., for the topic: State of the Cities 2020 � uu i i I I Find out what's going on, what's new, what's coming in the cities of: Bayport, Oak Park Heights, & Stillwater. Hear from city elected officials and representatives: Susan St. Ores, Mayor of Bayport Mary McComber, Mayor of Oak Park Heights Ted Kozlowski, Mayor of Stillwater AND City Administrators: Adam Bell, City of Bayport Eric Johnson, City of Oak Park Heights Tom McCarty, City of Stillwater 3 29 of 45 This will be a moderated open forum with Q&A to follow. Please come learn more and ask questions) Reserve your Seat Early! Pre-Registration is appreciated, for food preparation &planning. A breakfast buffet with coffee &juice is included. Informal Networking begins at 7:30 a.m. with the program start-time at 8:00 a.m. including Q&A. The event concludes at 9:00 a.m. Event is held at the Lowell Inn Banquet Center 102 North Second Street, Stillwater, MN Copynght©2020 Greater Stillwater Chamber,All tights reserved- Our mailing address is: Greater Stillwater Chamber 200 Chestnut Street East #204 Stillwater. MN 55082 4 30 of 45 Eric Johnson From: Mary McComber Sent: Friday, March 13, 2020 2:43 PM To: Eric Johnson Subject: FW: IMPORTANT COVID-19/Coronavirus UPDATES from the Greater Stillwater Chamber Importance: High For Weekly Notes From:Stacie Jensen [communications@greaterstillwaterchamber.com] Sent: Friday, March 13, 20201:45 PM To: Mary McComber Subject: IMPORTANT COVID-19/Coronavirus UPDATES from the Greater Stillwater Chamber [https:Hc!4.googieusercontent.com/proxy/KQasuxDh9VZb65ZD- rR02Xw96srM17C2kK31 yCE3_vya7gyaDMsJesb_6GQgWbjt7igoeZBUWIIBtSkD3fW4j35i5W2FOGR5XWHJwHXBilnRDZ4 hx3 PFPOMgC04W4K6liTOzuh53oB5oX2TSGHBzUcsDc5J P042rLrnQuSSm iz=s0-d-e1- ft#https:Hchambermaster.blob.core.windows.net/userriiles/UserFiles/chambers/257/Image/CHamberLOGOwithBridgin g-jpg1 Hello Greater Stillwater Chamber member,As we all wade through the headlines-and there are many-about COVID-19 or Coronavirus,we want to offer you,our members, expert and timely information that is reliable. The Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce is working closely with the US Chamber and the Minnesota Chamber to provide you with resources in regards to the Coronavirus. We encourage you to refer to THIS LINK<https://www.mnchamber.com/blog/your-business-covid-19-ready>that provides businesses with suggestions,state and federal law updates, best practices and a tool kit. In addition,the Chamber is implementing strategies to help protect our staff,and the community we serve. In the best interest of our Chamber members and community,we have made the decision to CANCEL the following March Chamber events,due to the fast-changing circumstances of the Coronavirus outbreak. Coffee Talk on March 17th weMeet B2B monthly open meeting on March 18th Leadership in the Valley day on March 19th Business Development Session on March 25th Chamber Mixer on March 26th Efforts will be made to find another suitable date for these events, if applicable,and we will communicate that to you if it is rescheduled. Please stay updated on the Chamber's website& Facebook page! In closing, please know that the Greater Stillwater Chamber is here to serve you-especially during these uncertain times. If you have any questions at all-please connect with us by phone 651/439-4001. 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Please let me know if you have any questions about the event.There will be an invitation sent out soon about all of the grand opening festivities planned in both Minnesota and Wisconsin for Friday, May 15 and Saturday, May 16 but we wanted to get this event on your calendars. Please feel free to share this information with anyone else who was involved or is interested. Thanks. --Kent SAVE THE DATE 05.16.20 LEI FT&EL ONO P Stillwater Lift Bridge Grand Opening Saturday, May 16, 2020 10-11 a.m. Join us on the west end of Stillwater lift Bridge 7urther details will be available before the event Invitation to follow aa ■ ilfl:G9- TRANEf4RTATItfM M-A , Project website:mndot.gov/nictro/'projects/liftbridge R. Kent Barnard Communications and Media Specialist/Business Liaison MnDOT Metro District Communications and Engagement 651-234-7504 Office 651-253-2803 Mobile kent.barnard -state.mn.us www.mndot.gov/metro 1 33 of 45 Wa4iingam Board ofCommissioners Fran Miron,Chair,District 1 Codrty Stan Karwoski, District 2 Gary Kriesel,District 3 Wayne A.Johnson,District 4 March 10, 2020 Lisa Welk,District 5 Honorable Mayor/Town Board Chair, Re: Washington County Commissioners to Consider Local Option Sales Tax- Increase for Road Funding The Washington County Board of Commissioners has embarked on a process to consider a .25% increase to Transportation Sales and Use Tax to fiind road and bridge projects. The proposed 0.25% Local Option Sales Tax Would be added to the current 0.25%tax-and current vehicle excise tax of$20.00 per vehicle for a total Washington County Transportation Sales, Use and Vehicle Excise tax rate of 0.5%and$20.00 per vehicle—the maximum allowable under state law (M.S. 297A.993). By law,proceeds from the tax can only be used to pay for building a specific transportation or improvement project or to pay to build safe routes to schools. Washington County continues to be one of the fastest growing counties in the state of Minnesota and is the fastest growing region in the east metro area. Over the last 20 years,communities in the county have added 31.000 new households generating over 310,000 new trips onto our roadway system. The result is that each day, over 1.35 million miles are travelled on just our Washington county roads. In addition,each day over 115,000 vehicles cross to and from Wisconsin—through Washington County. Many of these non-residents use our county roads to bypass traffic jams on the freeways and expressways or to access shopping,dining or other recreational opportunities. Roads are a consumable product and more traffic means the roads are consu>ned faster. Existing road and bridge funding options have not kept pace with this growth, The result is that each year, the county has between $7 and$10 Million of unmet road and bridge needs. This means-vve have projects that are needed and are important to your community,but that won't be done due to a lack of funding. Funding$20 Million of these road improvements through the sale of bonds costs the county $25 Million over a period of 20 years, increasing overall project costs. The intent of the sales tax increase is to minimize the use of borrowing for these projects thereby reducing overall costs of the projects and reducing pressure on the local property tax. The additional $10 million per year that would be raised through this tax Avould be completely dedicated toward road and bridge projects. These funds would allow the county to move forward with projects that are currently unfunded. A list of the projects being considered for funding is included with this letter. As the county board considers this option,we are seeking and appreciate your feedback. There are three upcoming opportunities for you to share.your thoughts Nvith the board. 1) On March 171h,the County Board Will host an open house from 5pm to 6 pm at the Government.Center 5'1'Floor. You are welcome to attend and provide comments at this open house Page l of 2 34 of 45 2) Also on March 171h, at 6:00 PM the board will reopen the public hearing initially began on February l I fh. Testimony will be received at this public hearing and you are welcome to share your thoughts with the board 3) On March 241h, at approximately 9:00 AM, the county board will again reopen the public hearing and take testimony, prior to making a final decision. If you cannot attend any of these opportunities, feel free to contact your county commissioner at any time. We Iook forward to hearing your input and comments. Sincerely, Fran Miron, Chair Washington County Board of Commissioners Cc: Washington Board of Commissioners Kevin Corbid, County Administrator Enclosure Page 2 of 2 35 of 45 Washington i�gCounty Local Option Transportation Sales,Use and Excise Tax-Proposed Projects* Updated-02/27/2020 Road and Bridge Projects Highway From To Proposed Work Length Cost Estimate County Road 15 County Road 5 Trunk Highway 36 New Roadway Alignment 0.70 $ 10,950,000 County Road 50 Trunk Highway 61 County Road 15 Major Pavement Rehabilitation 6.04 $ 500,000 County Road 57 County Road 7 County Road 4 Major Pavement Rehabilitation 7.00 $ 3,500,000 County Road 65 County Road 10 County Road 14 Road Reconstruct 3.01 $ 9,350,000 County Road 13 County Road 6 County Road 14 Road Reconstruct 0.43 $ 4,650,000 County Road 13 County Road 20 County Road 18 Road Expansion 0.97 $ 8,700,000 County Road 15 County Road 7 Lynch Rd Major Pavement Rehabilitation 0.47 $ 11800,000 County Road 15 62nd St Intersection Improvement 0.25 $ 500,000 County Road 15 County Road 10 County Road 14 Road Expansion 3.21 $ 13,950,000 County Road 15 Trunk Highway 36 Interchange 1.00 $ 3,000,000 County Road 19 Indian St. Intersection Improvement 0.25 $ 750,000 County Road 24 Oren 59th New Roadway Alignment 0.17 $ 500,000 County Road 18 County Road 13 Woodlane Drive Road Expansion 1.00 $ 10,500,000 County Road 3 170th 240th Major Pavement Rehabilitation 7.44 $ 4,200,000 South Highway Maintenance Facility Reconstruct - $ 15,000,000 TOTALS: 31.94 $ 87,850,000 Transit Projects Annual Operating Project Cost Estimate Capital Cost Estimate Gold Line Bus Rapid Transit** $ 2,340,000 $ 120,500,000 Highway 36 Transitway TBD TBD Red Rock Corridor Bus Rapid Transit TBD TBD Rush Line Bus Rapid Transit Extension TBD TBD Forest Lake Transit Station $ 90,000 - Newport Transit Station $ 90,000 - TOTALS: $ 2,520,000 1 $ 120,500,000 *Project list will be updated every 3-5 years *Project list does not represent project construction order or priority *List may change subject to Board action,matching fund availability(State Aid,Federal,City,Wheelage,etc)or other reasons **Washington County share only,this is not the total project cost 36 of 45 Eric Johnson From: Mary Mccomber <marymccomber@aol.com> Sent: Thursday, March 12, 2020 2:42 PM To: Eric Johnson Subject: Fwd: CANCELLATION -COV FYI -for weekly notes ----Original Message---- From: ELLEN L MONTGOMERY<emontgomery@scvfoundation.org> To: marymccomber<marymccomber@aol.com> Sent: Thu, Mar 12, 2020 2:36 pm Subject: CANCELLATION -COV Canl See This ST. C M%J VALLEY FOUNDATION Conversations of the Valley rotes March 18, 2020 "Conversations of the Valley" The March 18, 2020 "Conversations of the Valley"event entitled Farming for the Future, has been cancelled. This decision was made out of an abundance of caution concerning coronavirus (COVlD- 19), following the recommendations issued by the Centers For Disease Control (CDC) that individuals, especially olderAmericans, avoid crowds as much as possible. i 37 of 45 The St. Croix Valley Foundation is maintaining a list of all pre paid ticket holders for this event and will apply those reservations to a future COV event of your choice. At this time, we have not cancelled the May 13 event featuring Xcel Energy, but we will continue to monitor the situation and adjust plans as needed. Updates about the event will be posted her . The health and well-being of our community members is paramount. Thank you for your understanding. Please contact our office if you have any questions. St. Croix Valley Foundation 516 2nd Street, su 214 Hudson, W154o16 715-386-9490 info@scvfoundation.org Facebook 516 2nd St,Hudson,WI 54016 715-386-9490 St.Croix Valley Foundation Created - it? Discover more 38 of 45 Eric Johnson From: Mary Mccomber <marymccomber@aol.com> Sent: Wednesday, March 11,2020 4:13 PM To: Eric Johnson Subject: Fwd:COVID-19 Update For weekly notes -----Original Message---- From: Rep. Shelly Christensen <rep.shelly.ch ristensen@pu blic.govdelivery.com> To: marymccomber<marymccomber@aol.com> Sent: Wed, Mar 11, 2020 4:10 pm Subject: COVID-19 Update Having trouble viewing this email?View it as a Web Paas Representative Shelly Christensen WME=AH==GlFM EMAMVW UJUT11=29B Dear Neighbors, My colleagues and I have been moving quickly to respond to health concerns this week, and unanimously passed a bill to ensure that public health officials are prepared to respond to COVID-19, commonly known as the coronavirus. $21 million will be transferred to the state's public health response contingency account to address COVID-19. The bill we passed also includes flexibility to ensure the state is effectively able to address any future strain of the virus. Several cases have been reported in Minnesota so far. MDH has set up a public hotline that will be open 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily. The hotline number is 651-201-3920. We all have a role to play in keeping our neighbors and our communities healthy, and I'm proud the legislature collaborated to take action quickly. We have several other bills in the works, including measures to give Minnesotans access to unemployment insurance to take paid sick leave during such times, and to prevent price gouging of necessary supplies during a state of emergency. Please take basic precautions to prevent the spread of the illness, including frequent, thorough hand washing, covering their cough with their sleeve, and staying home when sick. These aren't just to protect you, it's to protect our neighbors and colleagues as well. Supporting our Veterans 1 39 of 45 There should not be a single veteran experiencing homelessness in Minnesota. I had the chance to present my stable housing initiative to the Veterans Affairs committee on Tuesday, which would help coordinate homelessness prevention efforts and provide resources to respond quickly to support to our veterans. u 1 Deep Dive on Education As a retired teacher and a member of the Education Policy committee, ensuring every child can get a well-rounded education is and always has been a top priority for me. Last week the House education committees organized a day-long deep dive on issues facing our schools, school districts, and families. This symposium was enlightening and informational. The socio-economic and racial disparities in achievement and opportunity in Minnesota are nearly the worst in the nation. The time has come to make change. z 40 of 45 BRIDGING Q-99 - ®. �►.. =r�W E GAp Eliminating racial disparities in education so children can reach their full potential Friday,March 6 State Office Building Room 5,Sam-3:30 pm Morning Agenda—Defining the Problem 3-$:15 Introduction 8.15-9 A changingand diversifying population-Dr.Susan Brower,State Demographer 9-9-15 Student testimony on the opportunity gap 9:15-9:45 Greater MN experiences of the opportunity gap Kathleen Annette,Executive Director, Blandin Foundation 9:4S-10:13 Measuring the achievement gap and studying social and emotional learning- Dr.Michael Rodriquez,University of Minnesota 10:15-WAS Discipline&suspensions discussion-Dr.Bemadeia Johnson,Mankato State University 10:45-11:15 Student&parental perspectives on barriers to success in public schools 11:15-11:45 Overview of approaches in other states-Daniel Thatcher,J.D.,National Conference of State Legislators 1114S-112 How litigation impacts the policy landscape-MN Attorney General's Office Afternoon Agenda—Ideas on the Table 1-1:30 Proposed Constitutional Amendment-Justice Page&President Kashkari 1,30-2 Early childhood and the opportunity gap-Dr.Geoff Nagle,Erikson Institute 2-21,0 Panel of Superintendents 2:30-3 Student,family,and community relationship strategies-Jose Munoz,Coalition for Community Schools,Jessica Davis,Teacher of the Year.Teachers of Color,Equity Coaches 3-3:30 Cost of closing the opportunity and achievement gaps,a case study- Superintendent OWto,North Saint Paul/Maplewood REAL ID Don't forget to apply for your REAL ID! Just over 10% of Minnesotans had applied for theirs by January. But beginning on October 1 you won't be able to use your standard driver's license to board domestic flights. Instead, Minnesotans will need a REAL ID, enhanced driver's license or ID card, passport or passport card or aro#her acceptable form of identification for federal purposes. The Department of Public Safety is urging Minnesotans to submit applications no later than June 15, 2020. To save time and make 3 41 of 45 Eric Johnson From: Mary Mccomber <marymccomber@aol.com> Sent: Friday, March 13, 2020 2:50 PM To: Eric Johnson Subject: HF 3493 Eric, Can you add for weekly notes HF 3493(Long). This is a bill that the Council may want to know about, and hopefully have an opinion on. This is regard to the Census and the counts from prisons. You may also want to list the Chief Author, as well as Co-Authors should anyone want to contact them Mary 42 of 45 HF 3493 Status in the House for the 91 st Legislature (2019-2020) Page 1 of 1 Office of the Revisor of Statutes HF 3493 Status in the House for the 91 st Legislature(2019-2020) Current bill text:As Introduced Companion:None Revisor number:20-6902 Add HF 3493 to MyBills Senate Search Version List Long Description Further Committee Actions House Research Summary Fiscal Notes Description Redistricting;incarcerated person allocation required based on last known address. Authors Lona:Noor:Stephenson:Moller:Howard Wazlawik Davnie:Edelson:Elkins:Hornstein;Lippert:Bierman Sandell:Bahner:Vana: Jordan Lee.,Freibera Schultz:Dehn:Pinto:Lie lin Actions Separated Chronological House 02/18/2020 Introduction and first reading,referred to Government pg.6224 Intro Operations 02/20/2020 Referred by Chair to ubcgmmittee on Elections 43 of 45 hos://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=house&�HF3493&ssn=0&y=2020 3/13/2020 02/11/20 REVISOR JRNUSA 20-6902 This Document can be made available State of Minnesota in alternative formate upon request HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES NINETY-FIRST SESSION H. F. No. 3493 02/18/2020 Authored by Long,Nom Stephenson,Moller,Howard and others The bill was read for the first time and referred to the Committee on Goverment Operations 1.1 A bill for an act 1.2 relating to redistricting;requiring the allocation of certain incarcerated persons 1.3 based on their last known address in the state;proposing coding for new law in 1.4 Minnesota Statutes,chapter 2. 1.5 BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF MINNESOTA: 1.6 Section 1. [2.921 INCARCERATED PERSONS IN DISTRICT PLANS. 1.7 Subdivision 1.Reallocation and exclusion of incarcerated persons.(a)If the census 1.8 block populations provided by the United States Bureau of the Census under Public Law 1.9 94-171 count persons incarcerated at a correctional facility as residents of the census block 1.10 where the facility is located,the director of the Legislative Coordinating Commission must 1.11 reallocate or exclude each person incarcerated in the facility as follows: 1.12 (1)a person who has a last known address in Minnesota must be reallocated to the census 1.13 block of the last known address;and 1.14 (2)a person who has a last known address outside of Minnesota must be excluded from 1.15 the population count. 1.16 (b)The population counts that reflect all required reallocations and exclusions must be 1.17 posted on the website of the Legislative Coordinating Commission within seven days after t.t s the data necessary to process the reallocations and exclusions is received.If access to 1.19 sufficient data necessary to reallocate and exclude persons incarcerated in a federal 1.20 correctional facility is prohibited by federal law or cannot otherwise be reasonably obtained, 1.21 the Legislative Coordinating Commission may instruct the director to limit the reallocations 1.22 and exclusions to only those persons residing in state correctional facilities. Section 1. 1 44 of 45 02/11/20 REVISOR JRM/SA 20-6902 2.1 Subd.2.Access to data; memorandum of understanding.Notwithstanding any law 2.2 to the contrary,the commissioner of corrections must provide the director of the Legislative 2.3 Coordinating Commission with access to the best available data necessary to conduct the 2.4 reallocations and exclusions required by this section.The commissioner and the director 2.5 may enter a memorandum of understanding detailing the methodology to be used and the 2.6 format and manner in which the data will be provided.The data must be provided in a format 2.7 that allows the reallocations and exclusions to be processed within the time required b 2.8 subdivision 1. 2.9 Subd.3.Revised census block populations must be used in redistricting.The census 2.10 block population counts that reflect the reallocation and exclusion of incarcerated persons 2.11 under this section must be the data set used by the legislature for purpose of drawing 2.12 Congressional and legislative districts,and must be used by political subdivisions for the 2.13 purpose of drawing city wards and other local government election districts. 2.14 EFFECTIVE DATE.This section is effective the day following final enactment and 2.15 applies to population counts for redistricting plans considered for adoption by the legislature 2.16 on or after that date. 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