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HomeMy WebLinkAboutweekly Notes- October 2nd 2020 CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS—WEEKLY NOTES for: October 2, 2020 TO: City Council Members& Staff FROM: Eric Johnson,City Administrator Zoninq &Development Items: 1. No new applications have been received-, the City did receive a Planning Aw Commissioner application and the Commission will be interviewing this applicant on 10/8.The Planning Commission packet contains the application. 2. The City did have a dog bite incident on Upper 55th street this past week-, Staff are working through City Ord 601 that relates to a"potentially dangerous dog"and related removal and possible return of the dog to the City. 3. A yard maintenance notice to a property owner for their site on Peabody Ave.has been sent from the Building official. 4. Staff is hoping to hold a NEIGHBORHOOD meeting on 10/24—Saturday morning with the residents on Lookout Trail.We are still awaiting some of the early surveying and layout, but that should be adequate for the general discussion. Please mark this on your calendars as tentative for now. 5. There is drainage issue stemming from the development of the RIVER HILLS area— south of 55th Street—see attached maps and images.In short,this development drains to the south onto private property for which there is not a clearly established easement and this is beginning to cause some flooding and erosion issues downstream.The City likely will have some obligation to increase water storage in the area shown in the attached map and which may reduce the erosion issues. Lee Mann and Andy Kegley . and I did walk the site this past week and some solutions are being explored but would not happen until 2021.This is an image 4 of the ponding area that OVERFLOWS to the south and is mostly"CITY"WATER. COVID-19 Matters: • This is the Governor's- PORTAL— Many documents/Exec. Orders can be found: https://mn.aov/covid19 Washington County has initiated a County Dashboard containing more localized COVID-19 Impacts and rates LINK->>HERE. If you have a need for some form of hardware/software to facilitate your"zooming",please let me know what you might need and we can very likely supply it. Other Items: • The City has billed the WCEDA for its initial portion of grant funding related to the AS KING Advisory Panel Process.The next agenda remains pending from John Shardlow for the October event. There remains a desire by many members of the Panel to hold these in-person, that discussion remains on-going with John Shardlow as well,but at this stage these may simply need to remain via"ZOOM". • Sept 2020—Police Activity Report from Chief DeRosier is enclosed. • Jordan Simpkins of the Valley Cable Access Channel did put together a SUMMER VIDEO update for the City, generally related to COVID-19 and some responses in the City-, it can be viewed at https://vimeo.com/462778630 • The LMC is hosting a FALL WEBINAR SERIES—I have enclosed some of the topic listing—all are free to register. • Youth Service Bureau—October Update • Agenda for MSCWMO for 10/8/20 • METRO CITIES News for 10-2-20 Mayor McComber provided: 1. Various NLC Updates—for 9/26, 9/29&9/30 2. EMWREP Education Updates 3. Some additional documents from the Bayport Fire Department—generally relating to the 2021 budget data. Please let me know if you have any questions-651-253-7837 Call Anytime. 1 of 37 P.1 City Of oak Park Heights 14168 Oak Park Blvd. N. Direct: 651.351.1661 Oak Park Heights, MN 55082 Email:jhultman@cityofoakparkheights.com Phone:651.439.4439 Fax: 651.439.0574 September 29, 2020 Property Owner/Manager Mike Torkelson Development Inc 16755 205th St. Ct. N. Scandia, MN 55073 Re: Notice of Violation — OPH Nuisance Ordinance 1109—Tall Grass & Yard Parking Vacant Lot - Peabody Ave, N., Oak Park Heights, MN 55082 Dear Property Manager/Owner: I am writing with respect to the yard maintenance at a vacant lot owned by your company, located between 6184 and 6202 Peabody Ave. N. and to remind you that the lawn needs to be regularly cut and maintained — it is presently quite tall and does not appear to have been mowed recently. The unmaintained lawn, in its current state, is considered a public nuisance per City Nuisance Ordinance 1109. A copy of this ordinance is enclosed for your reference. This letter serves as the City's request that the lawn be mowed and raked, as appropriate no later than Tuesday. October 13 2020 and that the lot continue to be maintained on a regular basis. A compliance check will be made after October 13tH Your prompt attention to this request is greatly appreciated. Please contact me with any questions you may have. Email is always fine. F� Sincerely, PLANNING & CODE ENFORCEMENT Juli�`Klultman ' Building Official t " At "} Z4 ;i Enclosure c: Eric Johnson, City Administrator (wo Enc.) n„ 2 of 37 City of Oak Park Heights 14168 Oak Park Blvd. N•Oak Park Heights. MN 55082 •Phone(65 1)439-4439•Fax(65 1)43 9-05 74 9/28/20 TO: Chris Eng, Director of Economic Development **via email only: ChrisE@washingtoncountycda.org ** Economic Development Director Washington County Community Developmen gency 7645 Currell Boulevard, ; Woodbury, MN 55125 ,<� FROM: Eric Johnson, City Admi ' tr RE: A. S. King Plant—Advisory Pan — ursement Request#1 Hello Chris, y Please see the attached invoice from the City seeking a 50%disbursement of grant funds totaling $4,164.45= (.50 X $8,328.90). City of Oak Park Heights A.S. King Plant-Advisory Panel -Expenses and Grant Refundings Date of invoice Contractor. Purpose Invoice# Total Amount 5/20/2020 STANTEC AS KING PLANT STUDY 1659203 $ 6,366.15 9/17/2020 STANTEC AS KING PLANTSTUDY 1703488 $ 1,962.75 Totals $ 8,328.90 <-X.50= $4,164.45 The related invoices from the approved Contractor is also attached. The City has already paid these amounts to the Contractor. Thank you again for your support! 1.06 Disbur4emznt of Grant Funds: The Agency will disburse Grant funds in response to written reimbursement requests ('Reimbursement Requests") submitted to the Agency by the Grantee upon forms provided by the Agency and accompanied by (a)copies of bills and invoices from third parties for which Grantee seeks reimbursement and (b)proof of expenditure of Matching Funds in the amount of Balanced Funds as of the date of the Reimbursement Request. Subject to verification of the facts contained each Reimbursement Request and a determination of compliance with the terms of this,Agreement,the Agency will disburse the reyuest!l amount to the Grantee within fourteen(14)days after receipt of each Reimbursement Request. 3 of 37 q�Wrr "k :... F L i 7d ja— � a e L:, e .. r j w =' LU TM LU ,..u. rn _r } Q 46 ;Sa � uj _ - W N �c3 0 0 7 e IL „ e GCC °. CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS POLICE DEPARTMENT 14168 Oak Park Blvd. N., P.O. Box 2007 11 Oak Park Heights, MN 55082 October 1, 2020 To: Mayor and Council From: Brian DeRosier, Chief of Police Subject: Police Activity Report—September 2020 This overview report is the activity of the Oak Park Heights Police Department during the month of September 2020. Officers responded to and generated calls for service in the City of Oak Park Heights during the month. I am unable to tell you the total number of calls due to the WC records system not working for the next 2 days. The school district has decided to have sporting events this year. The information was reaffirmed with the school that the events with large gathering of spectators would not fall within safety guidelines for our officers to provide security. The school has said they will have 3 football games and are only allowing parents to attend and will provide school security officers. We investigated a dog bit incident in which the dog was running at large and bit the victim several times unprovoked. Under city ordinance this dog is now classified as a dangerous or potentially dangerous dog and must be removed from the city unless they can meet the guidelines for review outlined in city ordinance. We completed the 2nd round of interviews for the police officer candidate. We interviewed 5 candidates. The second round of interviews with council and city admin narrowed the pool down for background investigations to the top 2 candidates. Investigators Vierling and Paradise are working on the background investigations. After completion of the background investigations the candidates will be subject to an informal Chiefs interview. I have invited Chief candidate Hanson to attend that interview as well which will be likely in November. We continue to spend significant time working with WC on their implementation of the required NIBRS federal reporting data requirements as part of the police records/ reports system. This system is supposed to be going on line October 1" 4 of 37 CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS POLICE DEPARTMENT 14168 Oak Park Blvd. N., P.O. Box 2007 11 Oak Park Heights, MN 55082 An audit of the PPE and decon supplies for the PD was conducted after city administrator said he wanted the cares funding to be closed out. We have estimated 6 months supply on hand and nothing further is being ordered at this time. The courts have finally started again, however this is only happening via zoom type appearances. Officers have to testify via computer video. With this and the ongoing increase in online training I requested video cameras and headphones for all officer's computers along with adding more computers to the PD so each officer has a computer station. Cares funding was used for this. Officers attended training courses during the month: We have limited in person department training when we are able to maintain distancing and other safety precautions, however we are still generally restricted to Online training at this time. 1. All Officers received training on Orders for Protection 2. All Officers received Tactical Firearms 3. Officer Wynia attended weeklong annual SWAT training at Fort McCoy WI. I have copied below the training courses our Officers attend annually on diversity, Bias, and Mental Health, etc. Officers have been receiving this training, and more, in these areas for at least the last 3+ years. All Officers have also completed a one-week hands on course in dealing with EDP persons and mental health issues. These courses expire every December 31 and are re-released every January 1 to help you meet annual POST-mandated learning objectives for: Crisis Intervention and Mental Illness Crisis; Conflict Management and Mediation; and Implicit Bias, Community Diversity and Cultural Differences. NEW 5/2020 *Procedural Justice and Police Legitimacy *72-Hour Holds *Implicit Bias Part 1 *Implicit Bias Part 2 *Mental Health Part 1 -Introduction *Mental Health Part 2-Assessment *Mental Health Part 3-Intervention *Mental Health Part 4 -Capstone *Persuasion and De-escalation *Preventing In-Custody Suicides *Serving those with Autism Spectrum Disorder 5 of 37 CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS POLICE DEPARTMENT 14168 Oak Park Blvd. N., P.O. Box 2007 11 Oak Park Heights, MN 55082 *Emotional Wellness for Law Enforcement Previously I have had all officers attend training on responding to civil disturbances and riot control. We have not filled the vacant Mobile Field Force position vacated in March, until completion of the new hiring so all officers interested may apply. Along with this training I had previously set up 5 "response bags"with helmets, baton, gas mask, and shields. We also carry gas masks in the squad cars at all times. I have had officers fitted individually for masks and have ordered more equipment so all officers will have assigned "response bags" of their own equipment given the CV-19 issues. Inv. Paradise did community outreach in this CV-19 world by recording herself reading a children's book. This was given to the school district for their readathon event. Call for Service Highlights: With all the issues of the pandemic implementation we continue to work and deal with police work. The department responded to many incidents during the month. This is a summary/sampling of some of the cases we responded to and investigated: 1. Responded to domestic where male was out of control and the family fled the house. Officers successfully talked the male out and he was arrested. 2. Responded to a suicidal intoxicated female. She attempted to assault the officer. She was restrained and then transported for care by Lakeview EMS. 3. Arrested male for theft after being released from WC Jail. 4. Arrested male for "huffing" and theft. 5. Arrested male and female in a stolen car out of Dakota Cnty. They had spray painted the car by hand to change the color but forgot that the license plates might still give them away........ 6. A couple from Maplewood were stealing republican political signs. Chief DeRosier 6 of 37 From: Leaaue of Minnesota Cities To: Eric Johnson Subject: Just Announced: LMC Live! Date: Tuesday,September 29,2020 1:29:54 PM 0 Register Today for LMC Live! A Fall Webinar Series We've got something special coming to a screen near you next month!Though we'll miss seeing you in person for Regional Meetings this fall, you can join us for LMC Live!. a free week of webinars Oct. 19-23. Each day, you'll hear fresh information from state agencies, local subject matter experts, and League staff on topics important to Minnesota cities! Join us for all seven —or just pick a few favorites. Click through the links below for more details 7 of 37 and to register: Monday, Oct. 19 • Legislative Update (10:45 a.m.-12 p.m.)- hear from the League's IGR staff about how you can advocate on key issues impacting cities. • Police Accountability Act and Implications for Cities (1-2 p.m.)- learn about this new legislation from Department of Public Safety Commissioner John Harrington. Tuesday, Oct. 20 • Economic Outlook for Cities (11 a.m.-12 p.m.)-find out from leading economists in our region how local governments may be impacted by the state's economic outlook. • Spotlight on Elections (1-2 p.m.)- get an update from Secretary of State Steve Simon on the elections this fall. Wednesday, Oct. 21 Normalizing the Conversation About Public Safety Mental Health (12-1 p.m.)- understand how you can ensure good mental health for your public safety employees. Thursday, Oct. 22 • The Community Fire Chief(12-1 p.m.)-discover how your fire department can be more effective in expanding its skill set and using data to inform decision-making. Friday, Oct. 23 • A Briefing with Gov. Tim Walz (invited) (12-1 p.m.)- hear from the governor about the budget deficit, bonding, and impacts on funding for local governments. Get more info and - • LTJ u a As part of your membership in the League of Minnesota Cities,you will receive occasional emails from us about our events,products,and services.You can opt out of these emails by clicking the unsubscribe link below. Unsubscribe from this list. League of Minnesota Cities,145 University Ave.W,Saint Paul,MN 55103-2044 1 www.lmc.ora 8 of 37 From: Youth Service Bureau,Inc. To: Eric Johnson Subject: October 2020 Newsletter Date: Wednesday,September 30,2020 10:25:57 AM Having trouble viewing this email?View as a web page. Article Image Helping youth and families learn the skills they need to be more successful at home, in school, and throughout the community. IN October YSB Newsletter October October is National 2020 Growing Together Bullying Prevention Month Virtual Gala a Success Paul DeGeest Thank you to everyone who "attended"our Growing Together Virtual Gala on Friday, September 18th. With your generous support YSB was able to achieve our goal of$25,000- and then some! �0 All told, your kindness generated over$49,500 in gifts, sponsorships, online auction purchases, and triggered a $25,000 matching grant from our friends at the Katherine B. Andersen Fund. Your investments in YSB's ACCESS FUND will ensure that kids and families will be able to Visit Pacer.ora for information and strategies for parents receive the mental health services they need, to advocate for their children regardless of their ability to pay. Your gifts strengthen our Military Family Support Program World Day of Bullying Prevention #BlueUp so we can serve the families of those who do so much for us. Furthermore, your generosity provides critical resources for our programs in Diversion and Youth & Family Education as well. We couldn't do it without you! If you didn't get to see our event livestreaming on September 18th, or if you want to watch it again, it's available on our Youtube channel. We are especially grateful to Sean Sheeler for sharing his personal story about his battle with addiction, and to General Johanna Clyborne of the Minnesota Army National Guard for her perspective on how YSB is helping the families of her soldiers and airmen. Special thanks to all of our generous sponsors, including the Hall Family Foundation,Andersen Corporation, First State Bank&Trust, Werner 9 of 37 Electric, Merchants Bank Cottage Grove, DiaSorin, Xcel Energy, Mutual of America, Roger &Carmen Smith, HiWay Federal Credit Union, ClearChannel Ourdoor, Rumpca Services, Valley Access Channels, SCC-TV and SWC-TV. By Paul DeGeest What Youth Service Bureau is This month's Donor Spotlight shines on everyone Reading/Watching/Listening to... who made a special gift to YSB in support of the ACCESS FUND in September. What We Are Reading The ACCESS FUND was established by Wonder- By R.J. Palacio generous contributors in 2019 to make sure that "August Pullman was born with a facial deformity that, young people and families without health up until now, has prevented him from going to a insurance, or whose plans included very high mainstream school. Starting 5th grade at Beecher Prep, deductibles or copays,would still be able to he wants nothing more than to be treated as an ordinary receive the mental health therapy services they kid—but his new classmates can't get past Auggie's need, even if they could not afford the out of extraordinary face." pocket costs. What We Are Watching Since then we have all seen the increased stress Wonder-The Movie and anxiety caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, "A young boy born with a facial deformity is destined to as well as the wave of job losses, along with the fit in at a new school, and to make everyone happen to loss of healthcare coverage for many families understand he's just another ordinary kid, and that who were already on the edge. Many families beauty isn't skin deep." must make a choice between paying for food, utilities, and other basic needs versus getting the What We Are Listening To mental health services they need now more than Stopbullyinq.gov-Videos & Social Media ever. Your gifts to the ACCESS FUND are Helpful resources on bullying, including what to do if you helping those families get through these have bullied someone. challenging times. You care about kids and families,too.You Partner Events know how tough it is for so many of your neighbors right now.You can help. Please consider making a special gift of$109 (the cost to deliver one mental health therapy session for a child who needs it)to the ACCESS FUND right now. Of course, a gift in any amount will make a tremendous difference for kids and 10 of 37 families all across the East Metro and St. Croix Valley. We welcome your support. YSB Welcomes Two New Staff "Mitakuye Oyas'iq"is a phrase from the Lakota language that means "We Are All Related." It reflects the world view of interconnectedness. St. Croix Family Resource Center, Youth Service Bureau, and SoWashCo Cares invites you to join in our efforts to help build inclusive communities through diversity, A equity and inclusion conversations. If we truly want to be a community that welcomes, embraces and treats all people in a healthy way, then we have a responsibility to educate ourselves and others and be willing to have uncomfortable conversations. Register and a Zoom link will be sent to you. Meghan Heffner, M.S.W., LISW October 8, 7pm-8pm Panelist: Brandon Jones, Meghan is joining Youth Service Bureau as a professor&www.jenga.org •Tiana Hardy, Mental Chemical Health Specialist for the middle Health Associate •Jonah, student schools in District 833. Meghan comes to us with a Master's Degree in Social Work and is a Save the date: November 5 — How to have helpful and Licensed Independent Social Worker. Meghan's safe conversations about Diversity, Equity, and career started in adoption, where she spent nine Inclusion. years working to find and support permanent families for teens in foster care. She then spent Save the date: December 3 — Care for self and the three years working as a Licensed School Social relationship during Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Worker before coming to YSB. Substance abuse conversations. has always been an area of interest for Meghan, and she plans to become a Licensed Alcohol and Chemical Health Comer Drug Counselor in the near future. When Meghan is not working, she is usually at Red Ribbon Week home with her husband and two kids. They spend much of their time just being home October is an especially important month in substance together, but they also enjoy going on day trips use prevention because Red Ribbon Week is October exploring the outdoors, playing at parks, or 23rd -31 st and with it brings the opportunity to promote visiting friends and family. Someone might be the importance of living a drug-free lifestyle. Red Ribbon surprised to know that if she could have a hidden Week is sponsored by National Family Partnership talent, she wishes that she could rap. Her backup (NFP)which was created in 1980 by parents who were dream job would be a hair stylist. To de-stress, driven to get actively involved in drug prevention. The Meghan enjoys going on walks and grabbing National Red Ribbon Campaign was established in coffee with friends. 1985 in memory of DEA agent Enrique "Kiki"Camarena Favorite Quote: "Healing happens within the and his battle against illegal drugs. The movement context of relationships."-Dr. Bruce Perry, M.D., began with family, friends, and community members Ph.D wearing red ribbons as a symbol of support for the cause. Today, the Red Ribbon has served as a way to unite communities and encourage action and education in drug prevention through coalitions, curriculum, and community events. Please go to http://redribbon.org to see how you can be more involved. For more information on alcohol and drug prevention or support, please visit our website and contact any one of our 11 of 37 Chemical Health Specialists. Youth Service Bureau Wants You to Follow Us on Social Media Matt McCune, M.A., LADC Matt is joining Youth Service Bureau as a If you haven't already-be sure to follow us Chemical Health Specialist for the high schools @YSBKnowsKids on Facebook, Twitter and Linkedln! in District 833. Matt received his Bachelor's degree in psychology from the University of YSB is working to improve its presence on its social Connecticut in 2012 and his Master's in addiction media platforms. You can help by following us, friending studies from the Hazelden Betty Ford Graduate FB TW LI us, retweeting us, and sharing our School in 2019. Matt is a licensed alcohol and content on your own social media drug counselor and is working towards being ® accounts. We can be found at licensed as a professional clinical counselor as @YSBKnowsKids on Facebook,Twitter, well. Matt has experience working in treatment and Linkedln. Find us, friend us, follow settings and is passionate about being of service us. You will help more kids and families to those with substance use and mental health learn about our services, you will help us connect with challenges. He is deeply excited to be a part of more partners to expand our network, and you will help the Youth Service Bureau and the work the us become even more integrated into the communities organization does. In his time away from work, we serve. Thank you. Matt loves to spend time with his friends and Leave us a review and share what family, he enjoys hiking and being in the you love most about YSB! outdoors, and always likes watching a good movie. Visit:ysb.net/resources for more info on: • Parenting tips &tools • Social Media D9 ❑® . Bullying • Emotional Health • Chemical Health • Healthy Relationships The October Board How Can YSB Help? Member Spotlight features a departing volunteer leader, Contact YSB to find out about confidential services, L® Julie Nielsen. such as: • General Assessments Julie joined our board as Assistant • Counseling Services Superintendent, South Washington • Chemical Awareness Programs County Schools (District 833). She is leaving our board to devote • Responsible Social Media Use Program her full attention to her new leadership position, Bring a YSB event to your school,faith group or Superintendent for ISD 833. Congratulations, community! In-person and virtual options available. Julie, on this well-deserved honor. We look Learn More forward to adding another rising star from the district to our board. 12 of 37 MIDDLE ST. CROIX WATERSHED MANAGEMENT ORGANIZATION 4 5 5 H A Y W A R D AVENUE , O A K D A L E , MINNESTOA 5 5 0 8 2 P h o n e 6 5 1 . 3 3 0 . 8 2 2 0 x 2 2 f a x 6 5 1 . 3 3 0 . 7 7 4 7 www . m s c w m o . o r g Regular Meeting of the Middle St. Croix Watershed Management Organization MSCW HELD REMOTELY DUE TO COVID-19 PANDEMIC � pld Attend ONLINE VIA ZOOM by clicking this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/i/83883436127 OR Attend by CONFERENCE CALL by dialing+1312 626 6799—Meeting ID 838 8343 6127 Thursday,October 8th, 2020 6:OOPM 1. Call to Order—6:OOPM a. Approval of Agenda 2. Approval of Minutes a. Draft minutes—September 10th, 2020 pg. 1-4 4. Treasurer's Report a. Report of savings account, assets for October 8th, 2020 b. Approve payment of bills for October 8th, 2020 5. Public Comment 6. Old Business 7. New Business a. RBC Investment Account pg. 5 b. Floodplain Vulnerability Assessment Participation pg. 6-11 c. Adopt-a-Drain Request pg. 12-16 d. 2021 Water Quality Monitoring Proposal pg. 17-18 8. Grant and Cost Share Applications a. Martin Permeable Parking Cost Share Request pg. 19-22 9. Plan Reviews/Submittals a. Plan Review and Submittal Summary-NONE b. Erosion and Sediment Control Inspection Reports pg. 23-24 10. Staff Report pg. 25-27 11. 1W1P Updates 12. Other 13. Adjourn Middle St. Croix Watershed Management Organization Member Communities Afton, Bayport, Baytown, Lakeland, Lakeland Shores, Lake St. Croix Beach, Oak Park Heights, St. Mary's Point, Stillwater, ft West Lakeland 13 of 37 Metro Cities News 10/2/20 Page 1 of 2 METRO CITIESMember Login 8 Search our site... CR Asaaciation d hAetrvpvlitan MuriciReltl4as Home Metro Cities News About Us Meetings&Events Membership Advocacy Policies&Resources MAMA Return to the biog Upcoming Events Metro Cities News 10/2/20 by:Jennifer Dorn Thu Oct 8,2020 Category:Newsletter Metro Cities Board of Directors Meetina Category:Metro Cilie,Board of Directors Oct Thu Oct 8,2020 02 Metro Cities Board of Directors In This Issue: Meetina Category:Metro Cities Board of Directors • Governor's Blue-Ribbon Committee on Metropolitan Governance Thu Dec 11,2020 Coronavirus Relief Fund(CRF)Update Metro Cities Board of Directors Meetina 2021 Legislative Policies Update Category:Metro Cities Boardof Directors View Full Calendar Our Tweets Governor's Blue-Ribbon Committee on Metropolitan Governance Tweets by MetroCitiesMN The Governor's Blue-Ribbon Committee on Metropolitan Governance held its second meeting this past Monday.Members of the committee heard presentations by Metropolitan Council staff on the role and designation of the Council as the region's Federal Metropolitan Planning Organization(MPO),federal and state laws that provide the designation,and statutory and other considerations that would be required to modify the designation.The Council's status as the region's MPO goes back to 1973. Any plan to re-designate the MPO would need to comply with federal laws and must have agreement from the largest city in the region,the governor,as well as local governments that comprise 75%of a region's population.Staff also presented information on the Council's functions as MPO and the role of the Transportation Advisory Board(TAB).Staff further discussed the"3C's planning process that requires input from local governments,federal and state agencies,transportation and transit providers, and citizens.MnDOT staff presented information on the structure and functions of MPOs in greater Minnesota. Members discussed the work of the Transportation Advisory Board(TAB)and its processes,the need for additional federal funding,and what works or does not work with the current system. The next meeting is scheduled for October 12th at which time the committee will hear from the Office of the Legislative Auditor regarding their 2011 report on regional governance and transportation. Members will also discuss a history of transit and suburban opt out transit providers.The committee will also meet on October 26th and is planning to hear from interested parties,including Metro Cities. Coronavirus Relief Fund(CRF)Update The office of MN Management and Budget(MMB)recently issued a new FAQ document that contains new questions(#s 30-35)that address funding questions regarding transfers between units of government,including schools.Many cities have had CRF transfer requests from schools.Such transfers are allowed as long as expenditures meet federally established criteria.The document is linked here:htti)s://mn.(iov/mmb-stat/crao/fags-for-local-governments-as-of-sept-25-411 i)m.pdf The US Treasury Office also issued a new FAQ on September 21 st.The new FAQ addresses payroll costs for public employees and reverses record keeping requirements sent in August.As such,the new 14 of 37 https://www.metrocitiesmn.org/index.php?option=com_dailyplanetblog&view=entry&yea... 10/2/2020 Metro Cities News 10/2/20 Page 2 of 2 guidance returns to original presumption guidance on these specific costs.Please see questions 63 and 70-72.Treasury OIG-CRF FAQs September 2020 Updates Of. Metro Cities has been advocating for flexibility on the November 15,2020 deadline for spending CRF funds by cities.As previously reported,MMB is granting two exceptions to the November 15th deadline, for certain payroll expenses and goods delayed due to supply chain disruptions.Metro Cities and other local government organizations recently provided a formal request to the Governor's administration to ask for additional flexibility on the deadline to allow expenses incurred but not paid by November 15, 2020 to be paid beyond November 15th,and before the federal December 30 deadline.We have learned that MMB will not recommend granting this additional flexibility on the CRF funds.Please contact Patricia Nauman at 651-215-4002 or patriciaC@metrocitiesmn.ora with any questions. 2021 Legislative Policies Update Metro Cities'four policy committees completed the work of recommending Metro Cities'2021 legislative policies,and the recommended slate of policies will be considered by the Metro Cities Board of Directors at their October 8th meeting,then forwarded to Metro Cities'full membership for adoption. The member policy adoption meeting will be held virtually at 4:00 pm on Thursday,November 19th.Stay tuned for additional details.Policies will be posted online following approval by the Board of Directors and in advance of the policy adoption meeting. Share this post: Metro Cities(Association of Metropolitan Municipalities) 145 University Ave W,Suite 125 St.Paul,MN 55103 651-215-4000 Backtotop A powered by r\Members icks 15 of 37 https://www.metrocitiesmn.org/index.php?option=com_dailyplanetblog&view=entry&yea... 10/2/2020 From: Mary Mccomber To: Eric Johnson Subject: Fwd:Anticipation in New Aid Package As House Revives Negotiations on Local Budget Relief Date: Saturday,September 26,2020 7:01:38 AM For weekly notes -----Original Message----- From: National League Of Cities (NLC)<news@nlc.org> To: marymccomber@aol.com Sent: Sat, Sep 26, 2020 6:09 am Subject: Anticipation in New Aid Package As House Revives Negotiations on Local Budget Relief View in browser. House Revives Negotiations on Local Budget Relief with Anticipated New Aid Package Proposal After weeks of bipartisan pressure from House Members in competitive races, Speaker Nancy Pelosi is likely to introduce a slimmer $2.4 trillion COVID-19 emergency aid proposal early next week. Although the proposal is being finalized by House committee leaders, the package is expected to include an undetermined amount of additional aid to local governments, as well as other economic supports for companies and individuals hard-hit by the pandemic. 16 of 37 City Summit Banner Trump Administration Faces High Volume of Census Litigation Trump Administration Faces High Volume of Census Litigation I Late on September 24, a federal judge in California ordered the 2020 Census counting period to be extended through October 31 nationwide, blocking the Administration's plan to end early. The Administration is expected to appeal the decision, further complicating the final days of the count. Read more. A Tribute to Justice Ginsburg from a State and Local Government Perspective Many issues of importance to states and local ®` governments litigated in the Supreme Court aren't decided on ideological grounds. In these cases, states and local governments hope to appeal to the practical sensibilities of the Justices. They often found a listening ear in Justice Ginsburg. Read more. Final Three Weeks: How to Help Residents Get Their Stimulus Checks More outreach is needed to help the remaining 5 million 17 of 37 who may miss out on their money this year because they don't know they are eligible, don't know how to get their payment, or need help completing the online form. With just three weeks left, cities can play a significant role in helping eligible people get their stimulus payments. Read more. REAL Training 8 News In Cities, No Place for Partisan Politics NY Times - September 24, 2020 After Decision Upholding FCC's 5G Rules, Cities Now Weighing Appeal Route Fifty- September 20, 2020 Announcements ATTEND: Small Business Economic Resilience Conference Small businesses have been some of the most hard hit by the coronavirus pandemic and resulting economic fallout. NLC along with TIP Strategies will host a Small Business Economic Resilience Conference on Sept. 29-30. Register to get strategies to strengthen your communities small business and best practices for their recovery. Register now! 18 of 37 CONGRATS: 13 Cities Selected For New Community of Practice NLC is proud to announce a new Community of Practice of 13 selected city teams working in partnership with their postsecondary institutions and community partners to remove barriers to basic needs such as food, housing, childcare and digital access for postsecondary students. Learn more. Job Postings Finance Director - Wake County Operations & Member Engagement Director - League of Oregon Cities Contract Compliance and Supplier Diversity Officer - The City of Akron View All • • National League of Cities �8 8 A -8 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 19 of 37 From: Mary Mccomber To: Eric Johnson Subject: Fwd:COVID-19 Update:Cities Standing Together in Presidential Election Date: Wednesday,September 30,2020 8:25:35 AM For weekly notes -----Original Message----- From: National League of Cities (NLC) <covid19@nlc.org> To: marymccomber@aol.com Sent: Wed, Sep 30, 2020 8:05 am Subject: COVID-19 Update: Cities Standing Together in Presidential Election If this message is not displaying properly,please view the online version. National League of Cities LEADERSHIP UPDATE Colleagues, As the election approaches, NLC has re-launched the Leading Together 2020 Cities Agenda, created by a bipartisan task force of local leaders, to address the most pressing issues our communities are facing. As cities, towns, and villages prepare to lead the way into an economic recovery from COVID-19, Leading Together is as relevant as ever. It is paramount that the President in 2021 be a partner to local governments and listen to our experiences and knowledge of America's communities. Last night was the first Presidential Debate. As local elected officials, I'm sure many of you tuned in. I encourage us all to remember that we cannot be divided by partisan politics. The national narrative around cities hasn't always been positive, but we know better than most that cities, towns, and villages are the backbone of our nation and our democracy. Lastly, NLC is encouraged by the new step towards a possible bipartisan COVID-19 relief package. We are hopeful that this week's package will help jump-start good-faith negotiations by Senate and Administration leaders to deliver long-overdue relief to cities, towns, and villages everywhere. Sending you strength, 20 of 37 Joe Buscaino ®❑ President, National League of Cities President Pro Tempore, Los Angeles City Council Virtual City Summit - Register Today ®❑ RESOURCES UPCOMING EVENTS Supreme Court Preview Webinar for States and Local Governments Tuesday, October 27 11:00 PM ET While the Supreme Court has agreed to hear lots of interesting cases relevant to states and local governments in its new term beginning on October 5, 2020, many are holdovers from last term. The Court has also accepted numerous new cases of interest including another challenge to the Affordable Care Act and a challenge to Philadelphia's refusal to work with Catholic Social Service regarding placing foster children because it won't place them with same-sex couples. Join to hear a discussion of the cases most interesting to states and local governments that the Court has agreed to hear so far. Register here. OPPORTUNITIES Center for Tech and Civic Life COVID-19 Response Grant With $250M to share, Center for Tech and Civic Life (CTCL) has expanded its COVID-19 Response Grant program to all U.S. local election jurisdictions. Applications are due by October 1 st and can be used to support staffing, training, and equipment to ensure a safe and timely election this November. 21 of 37 BEST PRACTICES Feeding Youth Outside of School During COVID Pre-COVID-19 more than 37 million people, including more than 11 million children lived in a food-insecure household. As the ,8 pandemic continues to push families into financial distress, it is critical that we ensure that families have access to food and any benefits needed for the long-term viability of our nation's communities. Read More. Building Savings to Achieve the Workforce Cities Need for the Future The impact of COVID-19 will last well beyond 2020. Local leaders must consider how they can change the industries that are operating within their community to be more resilient to future crises. Read More. IN THE NEWS Washington's inability to agree on COVID relief puts future of colleges, universities at risk The Hill-September 28, 2020 How State and Local Governments Are Crucial to the Economy Governing-September 28, 2020 Councilman Matt Zone to Resign, Will Become VP at Western Reserve Land Conservancy Scene (Cleveland, OH) -September 27, 2020 National League of Cities 8 AA You may opt out of email communications from NLC at any time. Update your communication preferences. This message was intended for: marymccomber@aol.com. To stop receiving these emails, click here. 660 North Capitol Street, NW, Suite 450, Washington, DC 20001 Privacy Policy ©2020 NLC, All Rights Reserved 22 of 37 Powered by Higher Logic 23 of 37 From: Mary Mccomber To: Eric Johnson Subject: Fwd:The Importance of Local Leadership in the Presidential Election-Federal Advocacy Newsletter-Week of September 29 Date: Tuesday,September 29,2020 1:15:42 PM For weekly notes -----Original Message----- From: National League of Cities <advocacy@nlc.org> To: marymccomber@aol.com Sent: Tue, Sep 29, 2020 12:19 pm Subject: The Importance of Local Leadership in the Presidential Election- Federal Advocacy Newsletter-Week of September 29 If this message is not displaying properly,please view the online version. Leading Together and the Importance of Local Leadership in the Presidential Election Tonight is the first presidential debate, and we must call on the candidates to address the issues that matter most to America's communities. As cities, towns and villages prepare to lead the way into economic recovery, the Leading Together 2020 Cities Agenda is as relevant as ever. ■ Government Shutdown Unlikely, But CR Leaves Local Governments Guessing Again Tomorrow, the federal government is expected to officially avoid ®= a shutdown on September 30, passing a Continuing Resolution to keep the government open. ■ ■ • . ■ 24 of 37 Trump Administration Faces High Volume of Census Litigation On September 24, a federal judge in California ordered the 2020 Census counting period to be extended through October 31 '8 nationwide, blocking the Administration's plan to end early. The Administration appealed the decision, further complicating the final days of the count. ■ Your Team in Action • On September 28, the House released an updated stimulus package that addresses NLC's urgent request for local budget aid to meet the economic and public safety needs of our communities. Now is the time for you to raise your voice again -take action now by calling your Member of Congress! • On September 25, NLC and the State Municipal Leagues sent a letter to all Senate offices urging co-sponsorship of the 2020 Census Extensions Act. • On September 29, the Big Seven organizations representing state and local governments sent a letter to House leadership, urging support of the FEMA Assistance Relief Act, urgently needed legislation in a continually challenging 2020 disaster season. • Cities, towns and villages have a major role to play in the 2020 election cycle. Call on the presidential candidates to commit to the Leading Together 2020 Cities Agenda. ANNOUNCEMENTS Housing and What's Around It—Where We Live and How Well We Live After COVID-19 Wednesday, September 30 13:00 PM ET The COVID-19 pandemic reinforces the reality that housing and where we live are pillars of everyday wellbeing. Join the National League of Cities for a discussion with municipal, philanthropic and policy leaders who will examine strategies for leveraging public-private partnerships in the quest for greater housing and health equity within COVID-19 recovery strategies. Register here. 25 of 37 EPA Soliciting Comments on Proposed Financial Capability Guidance Due Monday, October 19 Last week the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released proposed guidance that would revise how the financial capability is determined for a community for meeting Clean Water Act (CWA) requirements. With the proposed guidance, EPA is moving away from relying on Median Household Income as a primary metric, and instead allowing consideration other socio-economic factors that will more accurately reflect what a community and its residents can afford. The guidance proposes two frameworks or options that communities can choose from when submitting information for determining a schedule for meeting CWA requirements. EPA is accepting comments via the Federal Register through Oct. 19. Read NLC's joint statement. Supreme Court Preview Webinar for States and Local Governments Tuesday, October 27 11:00 PM ET While the Supreme Court has agreed to hear lots of interesting cases relevant to states and local governments in its new term beginning on October 5, 2020, many are holdovers from last term. The Court has also accepted numerous new cases of interest including another challenge to the Affordable Care Act and a challenge to Philadelphia's refusal to work with Catholic Social Service regarding placing foster children because it won't place them with same-sex couples. Join to hear a discussion of the cases most interesting to states and local governments that the Court has agreed to hear so far. NEWS Presidential Vision for Infrastructure Up for Debate American Infrastructure Magazine -September 17, 2020 Absent aid, few US cities will be able to avoid austerity City Monitor-September 21, 2020 In Cities, No Place for Partisan Politics The New York Times-September 24, 2020 City Summit 2020 FRI 26 of 37 National League of Cities 8 8^ 8 8 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 27 of 37 Metro Cities News 10/2/20 Page 1 of 2 METRO CITIESMember Login 8 Search our site... CR Asaaciation d hAetrvpvlitan MuriciReltl4as Home Metro Cities News About Us Meetings&Events Membership Advocacy Policies&Resources MAMA Return to the biog Upcoming Events Metro Cities News 10/2/20 by:Jennifer Dorn Thu Oct 8,2020 Category:Newsletter Metro Cities Board of Directors Meetina Category:Metro Cilie,Board of Directors Oct Thu Oct 8,2020 02 Metro Cities Board of Directors In This Issue: Meetina Category:Metro Cities Board of Directors • Governor's Blue-Ribbon Committee on Metropolitan Governance Thu Dec 11,2020 Coronavirus Relief Fund(CRF)Update Metro Cities Board of Directors Meetina 2021 Legislative Policies Update Category:Metro Cities Boardof Directors View Full Calendar Our Tweets Governor's Blue-Ribbon Committee on Metropolitan Governance Tweets by MetroCitiesMN The Governor's Blue-Ribbon Committee on Metropolitan Governance held its second meeting this past Monday.Members of the committee heard presentations by Metropolitan Council staff on the role and designation of the Council as the region's Federal Metropolitan Planning Organization(MPO),federal and state laws that provide the designation,and statutory and other considerations that would be required to modify the designation.The Council's status as the region's MPO goes back to 1973. Any plan to re-designate the MPO would need to comply with federal laws and must have agreement from the largest city in the region,the governor,as well as local governments that comprise 75%of a region's population.Staff also presented information on the Council's functions as MPO and the role of the Transportation Advisory Board(TAB).Staff further discussed the"3C's planning process that requires input from local governments,federal and state agencies,transportation and transit providers, and citizens.MnDOT staff presented information on the structure and functions of MPOs in greater Minnesota. Members discussed the work of the Transportation Advisory Board(TAB)and its processes,the need for additional federal funding,and what works or does not work with the current system. The next meeting is scheduled for October 12th at which time the committee will hear from the Office of the Legislative Auditor regarding their 2011 report on regional governance and transportation. Members will also discuss a history of transit and suburban opt out transit providers.The committee will also meet on October 26th and is planning to hear from interested parties,including Metro Cities. Coronavirus Relief Fund(CRF)Update The office of MN Management and Budget(MMB)recently issued a new FAQ document that contains new questions(#s 30-35)that address funding questions regarding transfers between units of government,including schools.Many cities have had CRF transfer requests from schools.Such transfers are allowed as long as expenditures meet federally established criteria.The document is linked here:htti)s://mn.(iov/mmb-stat/crao/fags-for-local-governments-as-of-sept-25-411 i)m.pdf The US Treasury Office also issued a new FAQ on September 21 st.The new FAQ addresses payroll costs for public employees and reverses record keeping requirements sent in August.As such,the new 28 of 37 https://www.metrocitiesmn.org/index.php?option=com_dailyplanetblog&view=entry&yea... 10/2/2020 Metro Cities News 10/2/20 Page 2 of 2 guidance returns to original presumption guidance on these specific costs.Please see questions 63 and 70-72.Treasury OIG-CRF FAQs September 2020 Updates Of. Metro Cities has been advocating for flexibility on the November 15,2020 deadline for spending CRF funds by cities.As previously reported,MMB is granting two exceptions to the November 15th deadline, for certain payroll expenses and goods delayed due to supply chain disruptions.Metro Cities and other local government organizations recently provided a formal request to the Governor's administration to ask for additional flexibility on the deadline to allow expenses incurred but not paid by November 15, 2020 to be paid beyond November 15th,and before the federal December 30 deadline.We have learned that MMB will not recommend granting this additional flexibility on the CRF funds.Please contact Patricia Nauman at 651-215-4002 or patriciaC@metrocitiesmn.ora with any questions. 2021 Legislative Policies Update Metro Cities'four policy committees completed the work of recommending Metro Cities'2021 legislative policies,and the recommended slate of policies will be considered by the Metro Cities Board of Directors at their October 8th meeting,then forwarded to Metro Cities'full membership for adoption. The member policy adoption meeting will be held virtually at 4:00 pm on Thursday,November 19th.Stay tuned for additional details.Policies will be posted online following approval by the Board of Directors and in advance of the policy adoption meeting. Share this post: Metro Cities(Association of Metropolitan Municipalities) 145 University Ave W,Suite 125 St.Paul,MN 55103 651-215-4000 Backtotop A powered by r\Members icks 29 of 37 https://www.metrocitiesmn.org/index.php?option=com_dailyplanetblog&view=entry&yea... 10/2/2020 From: Mary Mccomber To: Eric Johnson Subject: Fwd: EMWREP Education Updates: Oct. 2020 Date: Monday,September 28,2020 1:12:45 PM Attachments: Chat about scat.doc Scoopina the noon with style.docx Chat about scat.pno Scoop the poop.pna imaoe015.pno imaae014.pna imaoe013.pno imaae022.i)na imaoe009.pno imaae012.pna imaoe010.wa For weekly notes -----Original Message----- From: Angie Hong <AHong@mnwcd.org> To: Angie Hong <AHong@mnwcd.org>; algoodri@hotmail.com <algoodri@hotmail.com> Sent: Mon, Sep 28, 2020 12:47 pm Subject: EMWREP Education Updates: Oct. 2020 Hello EMWREP partners: We've got a couple of education events coming up in the next two weeks, so I'm getting an early jump on my October education updates. As always, please feel free to call or email with any questions. Angie Program Updates: 1. Virtual Soil Health Field Dav- Oct. 8, 1:30-3pm, featuring Pam Arnold's farm in Scandia 2. Watershed Partners— Panel discussion on diversity and equity on Oct. 14, 9-11am 3. Children's Water Festival —Sept 28—Oct. 1 4. Brown's Creek virtual tour and scavenger hunt—through Oct. 11 5. Nitrogen groundwater protection rule 6. MS4 Toolkit featured materials— DOG POOP! 7. East Metro Water— read the latest articles published in the blog and local newspapers Virtual Soil Health Field Day- Featuring Pam Arnold's farm in Scandia: Oct. 8, 1:30-3pm Register today: bit.lX/soilhealth1008 30 of 37 Spread the word about our upcoming virtual soil health field day for farmers. This event will include a video tour of Pam Arnold's farm in Scandia, as well as presentations on Soil Health by Jennifer Hahn of the Minnesota Soil Health Coalition, and Cropland Grazing Exchange by Kelly Anderson of Minnesota Department of Agriculture. Presenters will also talk 4 about local cost share programs and financial assistance for sustainable farming, as do Q& A with participants. Pam Arnold farms 40-acres of land in Scandia along the St. Croix River and is the owner of Salt- n-Pepper Farm LLC. She is certified through the Minnesota Ag Water Quality program and was recognized as the Washington County Outstanding Conservationist in 2018. Salt-n-Pepper Farm produces honey and fresh produce for local markets and CSA members. The farm uses conservation practices including cover crops, no-till, and companion planting. www.salt-n- pe�per-farm.com. Watershed Partners— Panel discussion on Diversity and Equity: Oct. 14, 9-11am - FREE To join the session: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83123513382? pwd=YThgdC8zVERtSnhzQmtOeWRkYXJzUT09 Meeting ID: 831 2351 3382 Passcode: U23QNW Join Watershed Partners for a panel discussion on diversity and equity. Presentations will include: • Demographic trends and future projections for Minnesota and the Metro Area - Megan Dayton, Senior Demographer, State of MN • Leading a Watershed District through development of a Diversity and Equity Strategic Plan - Mark Doneux, Administrator, Capitol Region Watershed District • Building and Nurturing relationships with different cultural groups in the Mississippi Watershed Management Organization -Tammy Schmitz, MWMO(retired) In addition to the presentations, this meeting will include time for breakout group discussions. We encourage you to participate and think about the ways that your city, watershed, or county can adapt to better serve people of color and diverse cultural groups in your community. 31 of 37 pl ru R Children's Water Festival goes virtual — Sept. 28—Oct. 1 The 23rd Annual Children's Water Festival isoin virtual this week and will feature g g a series of LIVE classes, as well as .a recorded videos and lesson plans that parents, teachers, and students can W_ access anytime. Here are some examples: 1. Down in the dirty drain with Friends of the Mississippi River (Mon. Sept. 28 at 10am) 2. What fish is that?with Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (Tue., Sept. 29 at fpm) 3. Who polluted the water? with Dakota County Parks -forever wild (Wed, Sept. 30 at 10am) 4. Mystery of a disappearing waterfall with Mississippi National River and Recreation Area (Thu, Oct. 1 at 10am) Learn more, see the see the schedule, and sign up for live classes at http://metrocwf.org/virtual Brown ' s Brown's Creek Virtual Tour and Scavenger District Hunt—through Oct. 11 Watershed .s; This fall, EMWREP worked with Brown's Creek Watershed District to create a virtual tour and scavenger hunt to highlight unique W historical sites, natural wonders, and stream-improvement projects in the district: http//bit.ly_/bcwd-ma 2200. Since it's opening in 2015, the Brown's Creek State Trail has been a popular destination for local residents and Stillwater area visitors. The trail connects the Gateway State Trail to downtown Stillwater and travels through the heart of the Brown's Creek Watershed. Between now and Oct. 11, people can hunt for 11 hidden letter clues along the trail in order to enter a raffle to win a $50 gift certificate to Gasthaus Bavarian Hunter or a free Dairy Queen Ice Cream. More info at www.BCWD.orLa. Nitrogen Groundwater Protection Rule 32 of 37 This fall, a new rule designed to protect groundwater drinking supplies from contamination goes into effect across Minnesota. The Groundwater Protection Rule restricts the application of nitrogen fertilizer in the fall and on frozen soils in areas with vulnerable groundwater. It applies to approximately 12-13% of Minnesota's cropland and nearly half of the land in Washington County. Learn more about the rule and locations where it applies at http://www.mnwcd.org/groundwater-protection-rule. MS4 Toolkit Materials— DOG POOP! Let's Have a Chat The new MS4 Stormwater permit requires permittees 116 lot A WAV, to conduct public education about pet waste and About related threats to water quality. In addition to CAN NO INIO UKH AND reminding local residents to pick up and dispose of dog poop properly, public messages in newsletters and Uout IRE to Or! social media should reference your city or county ordinance related to pet waste. Two example articles are attached, along with images that can be used for social media or websites. You can also use this short PSA video and post from the SWWD Facebook page. East Metro Water— read the latest articles published in the blog and local newspapers Fall yard care reminders and tips "Harvest the last of your tomatoes and herbs now before they're killed by an overnight freeze. Wait to cut down old stems and seed heads until the late spring. Instead of raking leaves, mow your lawn a few times to mulch up the leaves and return nutrients to the soil. If you live on a lake, be sure that you hire a DNR certified contractor to remove your dock this fall." Explore the Brown's Creek Watershed with a virtual tour and scavenger hunt "This fall, Brown's Creek Watershed District is offering a virtual tour and scavenger hunt to highlight some of the historical features, natural wonders, and stream-improvement projects along the route." Transformation underway at Lake Elmo Park Reserve "Washington County secured funding through the Outdoor Heritage Fund to restore and improve 166 acres of prairie and oak savanna at Lake Elmo Park Reserve around Eagle Point Lake and in the north end of the park." 33 of 37 Campus greening projects planned for Valley Crossing and Crestview Elementary Schools "At Valley Crossing in Woodbury, the school will convert 3.7 acres of turf to oak savanna and revitalize 7.15 acres of existing prairie on site. Crestview Elementary in Cottage Grove will restore 10 acres of degraded woodlands on campus and convert several areas of unused turf to prairie as well. The project is a partnership between South Washington Watershed District and South Washington County School District 833." Please feel free to call or email if you have any questions. Thanks! Angie Hong Water Education Senior Specialist East Metro Water Resource Education Program Representing Brown's Creek, Carnelian Marine -St. Croix, Comfort Lake- Forest Lake, Middle St. Croix, Ramsey -Washington Metro, Rice Creek, South Washington and Valley Branch Watersheds, Cottage Grove, Dellwood, Forest Lake, Grant, Lake Elmo, Hugo, Newport, Oak Park Heights, Oakdale, Stillwater, St. Paul Park, Willernie, West Lakeland, Woodbury, Washington County and the Washington Conservation District C/O: Washington Conservation District 455 Hayward Ave. Oakdale, MN 55128 anaie.honaCcDmnwcd.ora Phone: (952) 261-9599 cell www.mnwcd.ora/emwrep tJ 13 34 of 37 -i LM 0 o a 0000 N h cdD o0 C71 l0 m Fz-, �--i rf Ln -1 00 * z OS'} � N N ri m ,1 Ca M N d m C 00 rl U-) d Lr3 tdfl h rrl LCV 01i wn d \ h 00 4o lLS N L!1 N 471 d r. 447 d CL N N r d O O O Lr; N o = N to 00 N d Ln N m � 0 \ a c o h rM h h QO I+ Il ! 00 O 01 d 00 Lr Q7 �� CNC1 C tM11 4G LO r V 'I') © d N ry m 0000 d Ep SO N r4 a "� m O © \ 00 O O w 00 1.0N \° \° \° C7 d N N N N N N N N tO M On 0 0? 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