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CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS—WEEKLY NOTES for: November 20th,2020
TO: City Council Members& Staff
FROM: Eric Johnson, City Administrator
Zoning &Development Items:
1. No new applications have been received. There is a
UHALU conditional use permit application pending for the site i
located where PIZZA MAN is located.See the enclosed letter from
Staff to that applicant(Keep it Growing).
2. The City has received information about a possible FAT
TIRE Bike Event to be held in late January-, the proposal would
move across City trails and the MNT Bike Trail area. I have -•:
enclosed the data received to date and would expect more once
they have a better handle on the specific of management and
logistics. The City has allowed FAT TIRE bikes (which are
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designed for snow) on its trails in the past and has not been an
issue.I can imagine seeking Park Commission input on the matter ,=- '
for their meeting in December. I am advised that much of the event b
would be organized virtually and riders would(likely)be out on their
own over the entirety of the weekend—not in the form of a large
race or pack. I suppose it could be 20 F below Zero that day too... ,.
The City has approved the use of a SNOW GROOMER for its trails ,
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3. City Staff did hold a well-attended meeting with MNDOT, COUNTY and STATE AID people to kick-off the Norell Ave. project. The funds
received from the State Bond and MNDOT will each carry a significant number of reporting and disbursement requirements. It is apparent that it will
consume a considerable amount of time to manage these-,however-this will result in the City being out for bids at this same time in 2021.
4. The Xcel Energy Advisory Panel did meet on Wednesday evening with much of the discussion on current plant operations,a virtual tour of
the plant and the current land usage.The Panel membership did seem amenable to a delay until spring of the future meetings—again with the hope
that the IRP would be completed and perhaps the COVID matter would be behind us.The December meeting will be held as planned.
5. The City did issue a letter permitting the return of a dog to the City—following the City's Potentially Dangerous Dog ordinance 604.14.See
enclosed.Proof of acceptable canine training is due in 60 days.
COVID-19 Matters:
• This is the Governor's-PORTAL https://mn.gov/covidl9—Many documents/Exec.Orders can be found. Washington County has initiated a County
Dashboard containing more localized COVID-19 Impacts and rates LINK->>HERE.
Other Items:
• The City will be performing routine TREE TRIMMING AND Tree Clearance in the R.O.W. Please see the enclosed letter from Lisa Danielson to
residences where a boulevard tree must be removed.
• The Metro Mosquito Control District has supplied a 2020 summary of activities in the City—see enclosed.
• Mr. Steve Hansen will be starting with City on November 30th in the role of Deputy Chief and assuming the role of Chief of Police on 1/1/21.
• Information on County Tax Levies and their Process can be found: https://www.co.washington.mn.us/3290/2021-Tax-impacts
Mayor McComber provided:
1. Lockridge Grindal—Update Post Walz Press Conference.
2. Data about recent HOUSING SALE TRENDS from SPAAR—Metro and OPH specifically.
3. MAOSC SMALL CITIES UPDATE—November 2020
4. Wash.County Heritage Center—Brick Breaking Information
Please let me know if you have any questions-651.253.7837 Call Anytime.
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TPC3601 Thurston Avenue N, Suite 100
Anoka, MN 55303
Phone: 763.231.5840
Facsimile: 76 3.42 7.052 0
TPC@PlanningCo.com
November 18, 2020
Brian Goblirsch
Keep it Growing LLC
14375 601h Street North
Oak Park Heights, MN 55082
RE: Oak Park Heights — U Haul Truck and Trailer/Keep it Growing -- 14375
North 601h Street
FILE NO: 236.02 — 20.10
Dear Mr. Goblirsch:
The City is in receipt of your application materials submitted on November 10, 2020 for
the request for a U-Haul Truck and Trailer share service at 14375 North 60th Street.
The application consists of a request for a Conditional Use Permit to allow open and
outdoor rental as an accessory use. With this letter we are notifying you that the
application is not complete. The City will deem it complete with receipt of the following
items by November 25, 2020:
1. Clarify what a U-Haul share service is versus a rental service, if any.
2. Provide a projected number and types of vehicles that will be part of the U-Haul
operation.
3. A site plan for the development of the site is attached. Please provide a clear
delineation of where the vehicles will be parked behind the building.
4. identify each of the current tenants onsite and the square footage of each. Also
include any vacant tenant spaces.
5. No portable signage will be allowed. Provide a plan for permanent signage that
would be added to the building for the business.
If all of the application materials are submitted as requested, the Planning Commission
would consider the application at a meeting scheduled for December 10, 2020 at 6:00
PM.
Please note, at a minimum, the following conditions will be considered by the Planning
Commission and City Council related to this request. There are a number of site and
building issues that will need to be addressed including:
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Brian Goblirsch
November 18, 2020
1. The building facade will need to be replaced, specifically the area above the
doors and windows that includes the sign area.
2. The front parking lot area will need to be repaired and resurfaced.
3. All building and parking lot lighting that is not full cut off will need to be replaced
with fixtures in compliance with the Zoning Ordinance.
4. The trash enclosure will need to be repaired or replaced.
5. The face of the freestanding sign will need to be repaired.
Additionally, we will require an agreement between you and the property owner related
to allowing the outdoor storage area for U-Haul vehicles, no parking of U-Haul vehicles
will be allowed on the front or sides of the building, and as indicated, no portable signs
will be allowed as per the Zoning Ordinance.
Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes 15.99, Sub. 3(f), the City of Oak Park Heights is
herewith extending the period of time for agency/city review of the application for an
additional 60-day period (for a total of 120 days from the date of a complete application)
inasmuch as the City has determined that additional research and study by the City staff
relative to the complexity of the project as proposed will be required.
Please contact me at 952.221.0547 or scoff@planningco.com with any questions you
may have.
Sincerely,
Scott D. Richards — City Planning Consultant to the City of Oak Park Heights
The Planning Company LLC
Pc: Eric Johnson
Julie Hultman
William Isaackson
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From: Eric Johnson
To: "mike.lvner(abamail.com"
Cc: "Robin Anthony"
Bcc: mirunkCabcomcast.net
Subject: FAT TIRE Ride/EVENT-CHAMBER
Date: Monday,November 16,2020 1:41:00 PM
11/16/20
Mike,
Thank you for the call.. yes the City very likely can accommodate some form of plan for a JANUARY-
FAT TIRE ride through the City and its use of trails and MTN Bike Trails.
What we however need is a plan :That includes summary, dates, times, emergency plan/contacts,
map and name of responsible organization for insurance.
Once I have these from you I can engage with some further review and response.
Sounds like fun.
Thank you
Eric Johnson
City Administrator
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City of Oak Park Heights
14168 Oak Park Blvd. N•Oak Park Heights,MN 55082•Phone(651)439-4439•Fax(651)439-0574
11-17-20
TO: Ms. Courtney Hagen
14358 Upper 56th Street
Oak Park Heights, MN 55082
RE: DANTE—Dog Bite Matter
Thank you for providing the requested information to review the matter. The City understands there are a number of
entangling issues and legalities associated with dog ownership and private property interests.The matter is unfortunate
and yet the City must balance your interests with those of others.
To this end the City has adopted City Ord 601.14 (enclosed)which outlines process to review the matter.
We know following facts:
1. All licensure and vaccinations appear to be up to date with the dog;these need to remain in good-standing.
2. You came into immediate compliance by removing the dog from the property and remains kenneled as required.
3. You have paid the$50 review fee.
4. We are in a COVID-19 environment and which can delay certain training abilities.
Considering the foregoing, my office is able to allow the dog to be returned and may reside in the City; however, we
still need to ensure there is not a duplication of this event. Accordingly, at this time you may return the dog to the City
subject to the following conditions which will be strictly enforced:
1. When the dog is outside of the home—regardless of location or duration of time, it must be on a leash at all
times and with appropriate muzzle if off the property.
2. Considering the COVID-19 delays, you must provide proof of completed dog training not later than
January 18th, 2021 as outlined below which must be provided to me by such date; if it is not provided the
City will again require the removal of the dog.
There are enclosures to this letter for documentation purposes.
Please let me know if you have any questions.
Provide detailed third party written certification that the dog has passed a
"Canine Good Citizen"obedience training test and program as approved
by the American Kennel Club; which must be taken (or retaken) after the
Eric Johnson "potentially dangerous dog"finding has been made. Such certification
City Administrator will include written and signed documentation showing the professional
entity the examiner is representing along with proof of liability insurance.
CC: Weekly Notes The examiner and certifying entity will attest that the dog has shown no
signs of aggression or similar behavior, and the dog does not chase or
otherwise leave the homeowners property or act in an aggressive manner.
This certification will include the credentials of the examiner from the AKC
showing current standing and type of certification.
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601
AN ORDINANCE REGULATING DOGS AND CATS WITHIN THE CITY, INCLUDING
THE KEEPING THEREOF AND PROVIDING FOR THEIR LICENSING
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS, WASHINGTON COUNTY,
MINNESOTA, DOES ORDAIN:
Sec. 601.01 Definitions.
The following words, terms, and phrases, when used in this article, shall have the
meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly
indicates a different meaning.
A. "Abandoned" means to leave a dog or cat at large within the City without
intending to return to or recover it. It shall also mean to purposefully
leave a dog or cat in the possession of the Animal Warden to avoid paying
impoundment and/or boarding costs.
B. "Altered" means any female dog or cat that has been spayed or any male
dog or cat that has been castrated.
C. "Animal Control Officer" means the City Council and/or any persons or
agencies designated by the City Council.
D. "Animal Warden" means any person or agency designated by the City
Council to house, hold, confine, or board dogs or cats seized and/or
impounded herein. The Animal Warden shall be appointed and serve at
the pleasure of the City Council. The Animal Warden shall also be
construed to include the City Police Department and any other law
enforcement agency routinely engaged in law enforcement within the City.
E. "At Large" means off the premises of the owner and not under control by
leash affixed to the dog's collar, designed or that type of animal, and held
by the owner or other person entrusted to have custody of the animal off
the owner's premises.
F. "Bona Fide Livestock" operation means a farm (of forty (40) acres or
more in size) on which horses, cows, swine, poultry, sheep, goats, or other
common farm animals are kept, raised bred, or sold as a part of a business
enterprise.
G. "Cat" means any animal wholly or in part of the species Felis Domesticus.
H. "Dog" means any animal wholly or in part of the species Canis Familiaris.
L "Commercial Kennel" means a kennel where dogs are bred and/or sold for
re-sale, individually or in litter lots, whether or not any of these animals
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are also kept for personal use and where the business may be a primary
source of income. Commercial kennels are also places where dogs are
boarded, groomed, or trained for a fee.
J. "Dangerous Dog" and "Potentially Dangerous Dog" have the meaning
ascribed to those terms by M. S. §347.50, and specifically as follows:
1. "Dangerous Dog" means any dog that has:
a. Without provocation, inflicted substantial bodily harm on a
human being on public or private property;
b. Killed a domestic animal without provocation while off the
owner's property; or,
C. Been found to be potentially dangerous, and after the owner
has noticed that the dog is potentially dangerous, the dog
aggressively bites, attacks, or endangers the safety of
humans or domestic animals.
2. "Potentially Dangerous Dog" means any dog that:
a. When unprovoked, inflicts bites on a human or domestic
animal on public or private property;
b. When unprovoked, chases or approaches a person upon the
streets, sidewalks, or any public property in an apparent
attitude of attack; or,
C. Has a known propensity, tendency, or disposition to attack,
unprovoked, causing injury or otherwise threatening the
safety of humans or domestic animals.
3. The terms "Dangerous Dog" and "Potentially Dangerous Dog"
shall also be construed to include similar classifications from other
statutes or ordinances which are substantially in conformity with
Minnesota Statutes §347.50, whether or not the same words are
used.
K. "Hobby Kennel" means a kennel where dogs are kept primarily for
personal companionship, for recreational use, or for performance events in
addition to the purpose of improving the physical soundness and
temperament of such dogs, and where the breeding and selling of animals
is incidental to occupancy of the premises for residential purposes, and is
not a primary source of income.
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L. "Kennel" means any place where three (3) dogs or more (or up to the
number of dogs permitted as an accessory use within the City's Zoning
Codes and within the limitations therein provided) over four (4) months of
age are kept, raised, sold, boarded, bred, shown, treated, or groomed.
M. "Owner" means any person or the parents or guardians of a person under
eighteen (18) years of age who owns, harbors, keeps, or has custody of a
dog or cat.
N. "Person" means any individual, partnership, corporation, firm, or group,
however organized.
601.02 Exemptions.
Except where duties are expressly stated, this article does not apply to hospitals,
clinics, and other premises operated by licensed veterinarians exclusively for the
care and treatment of dogs or cats.
601.03 Animal Control Officer.
The Animal Control Officer shall have police powers necessary for enforcement
of this Chapter, including authority to issue complaints for violations.
601.04 Animal Warden.
The City Council may appoint an Animal Warden and establish compensation for
said position. Such person or agency shall serve at the pleasure of the City
Council. The City Council shall annually review the work and compensation of
the Animal Warden. No person or agency shall be appointed Animal Warden
unless that person or agency has a microchip scanner for use in the identification
of animals using such means of identification.
601.05 Interference with Enforcement.
No unauthorized person shall break open the Animal Warden's pound or attempt
to do so, or to take or let out any animals therefrom, or to take or attempt to take
from any Animal Control Officer or Animal Warden any dog or cat taken up by
him in compliance with the City ordinance or statute, or in any manner to
interfere with or hinder such officer or warden in the discharge of their duties.
601.06 Dog or Cat License.
A. No person shall own, keep, or harbor any dog or cat of more than six (6)
months of age without first securing a license from the City Clerk, who
shall keep a record of all licenses issued and shall issue a durable
identification tag for such licenses. Upon receipt of an application reciting
the name and address of the owner, the address where the dog or cat will
be kept, and the sex, breed, age, color, and markings of the dog or cat for
which a license is sought, and upon payment of the license fee established
by resolution, the City Clerk shall issue a license in the form of a metal
identification tag for each animal.
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B. The terms of a license shall run concurrently with a dog's or cat's rabies
vaccination schedule. Specifically, a dog or cat license expires (and must
be renewed) when a new rabies vaccination is needed. Failure to renew
the license within thirty (30) days of a new rabies vaccination will result in
a late license penalty fee being owed to the City in the amount established
by resolution.
C. Failure to purchase a license within sixty (60) days of establishing
residence in the City, within sixty (60) days of acquiring a dog or cat, or
within sixty (60) days of a dog or cat reaching the age of six (6) months
during any calendar year will result in the late license penalty fee being
owed to the City.
D. Dog or cat licenses are not required for dogs or cats that are kept in the
City for thirty (30) days or fewer. Such dogs or cats shall be known as
"visiting dogs" or"visiting cats". Visiting dogs or cats must be kept in an
enclosure or on a leash at all times.
601.07 Reserved For Future Use.
601.08 Kennels.
It shall be unlawful to operate any kennel unless a permit to operate the same has
been secured from the City Council in advance.
601.09 Rabies Inoculation of Dogs and Cats.
A. All dogs and cats in the City over the age of six (6) months shall be
inoculated for rabies and shall be re-inoculated according to standard
veterinary practices thereafter. Such vaccination must be performed by or
under the direct supervision of a veterinarian duly licensed to practice
veterinary medicine in the state in which the vaccine is administered. A
certificate from the veterinarian inoculating said dogs or cats shall be
exhibited to the Animal Control Officer upon demand, and will be
required as written proof of such vaccination at the time a dog or cat
license is obtained from the City.
B. Each dog or cat shall wear a sturdy collar for aid in identification with the
veterinarian's metal tag showing proof of said current rabies vaccination.
At the owner's discretion, a tattoo or implanted microchip may be used in
lieu of the collar and tag if the tattoo and chip identification numbers are
placed on file at the City at the time of license application.
601.10 Animal Bites and Animals Exposed to Rabies.
A. Any law enforcement officer or the Animal Control Officer may enter
upon the private property of any person while in pursuit of any dog or cat
under probable cause to believe that such dog or cat has bitten a person or
animal, or that such dog or cat is rabid.
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B. Subsection (A) notwithstanding, whenever any person who owns,
possesses, or harbors any dog or cat within the City learns that the dog or
cat has bitten any human being, such person shall immediately quarantine
such dog or cat for a period of at least ten (10) days, keeping it apart from
other animals until it is determined whether the dog or cat has rabies. The
quarantine may be by the person owning the dog or cat if such dog or cat
has a current license and rabies vaccination at the time the bite occurred.
If the dog or cat does not have a current license and rabies vaccination at
the time the bite occurred, the dog or cat must be impounded at a licensed
pound or with a licensed veterinarian at the owner's expense. After the
required ten (10) day quarantine, the dog or cat shall be examined by a
licensed veterinarian to insure that there are no clinical signs of rabies. If
the dog or cat is found to be rabid, it shall be humanely euthanized.
C. If the dog or cat owner cannot be located or advised of the dog or cat bite
within two (2) hours of the occurrence, or if the owner fails to quarantine
the dog or cat as required by this Ordinance, the Animal Control Officer or
Animal Warden shall cause the dog or cat to be impounded and so
quarantined. After the required ten (10) day quarantine, if the dog or cat is
still unclaimed, the dog or cat shall be humanely euthanized and tested for
rabies; if claimed, the dog or cat shall be examined by a licensed
veterinarian to insure there are no clinical signs of rabies. If no signs of
rabies are observed, the dog or cat can be released to the owner as
specified in Section 601.18 of this Ordinance. If the dog or cat is found to
be rabid, it shall be humanely euthanized.
D. The Animal Warden, Animal Control Officer, or other designate of the
City shall have the authority to verify if the dog or cat is properly
quarantined. Any veterinarian quarantining an animal shall notify the
Animal Warden before the release of such animal.
E. Any dog or cat to have been bitten by a rabid dog or cat or to have been
exposed to rabies shall be impounded. If, however, the dog or cat is at
large and cannot be apprehended after reasonable effort, the dog or cat
may be immediately destroyed. After impoundment, if proof of rabies
immunization is furnished and booster injections are given by a licensed
veterinarian at the expense of the owner, the dog or cat may be released to
the owner as specified in Section 601.18 of this Ordinance. If it cannot be
proven that the animal has a current rabies immunization, the owner may,
at his discretion, make provision for a suitable quarantine for a period of
not less than six (6) months.
601.11 Running at Large Prohibited.
A. No person shall allow a dog or cat to run at large at any time. All dogs
and cats off the premises of the owner must be under restraint by leash,
designed for that type of animal, affixed to the animal's collar and held by
the owner or other person entrusted to have custody of the animal off the
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owner's premises. Every owner or custodian of a dog or cat must exercise
reasonable care and take all necessary steps and precautions to protect
other people, property, and animals from injuries or damage which might
results from the dog's behavior, regardless of whether such behavior is
motivated by playfulness or ferocity.
B. Subsection (A) notwithstanding, this provision shall not apply to dogs
used as a necessary element of a bona fide livestock operation. Dogs used
in bona fide livestock operations shall be issued license tags of a different
color than regular licensed dogs. Said tags shall be called "farm dog
licenses" and shall be worn at all times.
C. No person shall apply for a farm dog license unless their dog(s) is(are) a
necessary element of a bona fide livestock operation.
601.12 Abandonment Prohibited.
No person shall abandon any dog or cat within the City.
601.13 Nuisances.
A. The following are public nuisances and unlawful:
1. Any dog or cat that damages property (that is not the property of
the owner), including plantings, lawns or structures, or that
deposits fecal matter off of the owner's property that the owner
fails to remove promptly.
2. Any dog or cat that, without provocation, chases, molests, or
approaches pedestrians or bicyclists in a threatening manner upon
the streets, sidewalks, right-of-way, or any public property, or
habitually chases automobiles on the public streets or highways.
3. Any dog or cat that is kept under unsanitary and/or inhumane
conditions such that the maintenance or keeping of the animal
creates odors to the annoyance of the public in the vicinity.
4. Any dog or cat that kills or attacks another domestic animal or
livestock without provocation while off the owner's property.
5. The owning, keeping, or harboring of any dog or cat which shall,
by any noise, unreasonably and/or excessively disturb the peace
and quiet of any person in the vicinity. The phrase "unreasonably
and/or excessively disturb the peace and quiet" shall include, but is
not limited to, the creation of any noise by a dog or cat which can
be heard by any person, including an Animal Control Officer or
law enforcement officer, from a location off the dog or cat owner's
property where the dog or cat is being kept, and which noise
occurs repeatedly over at least a five (5) minute period of time with
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one (1) minute or less lapse of time between each animal noise
during the five (5) minute period. This provision shall not apply to
dogs or cats that are responding to trespassers or to dogs or cats
that are teased or similarly provoked to bark or meow.
B. Any person seeking immediate relief may, by telephone, notify the City
Clerk, Animal Control Officer, or law enforcement officer of an alleged
violation of this Ordinance. A telephone call does not, however, constitute
a formal complaint to initiate the citation process. All formal complaints
shall be submitted in writing to the attention of the City Clerk and shall
describe the dog or cat, state the acts committed by the dog or cat, the
name and address of the person owning or harboring the dog or cat, and
the name and address of the person making the complaint. The City Clerk
shall then promptly notify the person owning or harboring the dog or cat
of the acts complained of, either by letter or door tag, and shall request
that the nuisance be abated or eliminated within a specified time period.
The City Clerk shall also cause the Animal Control Officer or law
enforcement offer to investigate and file a report on the complaint.
C. Upon receipt of a second complaint of a violation of this Ordinance, the
City Clerk shall cause the Animal Control Officer or law enforcement
officer to investigate and file a second report on the complaint. If the
offense is corroborated by the investigation, the City Clerk shall, by
certified letter, notify the person owning or harboring the dog or cat of the
violations complained of, and require that the nuisance be abated or
eliminated within twenty-four (24) hours or some other reasonable time
specified in the letter. A copy of the letter shall be mailed to the Animal
Control Officer and a copy shall be mailed to the person making the
complaint.
D. If the owner fails to take corrective action within twenty-four (24) hours
(or within the time specified in the letter), the City Clerk shall contact the
appropriate law enforcement agency and/or the City Attorney, inform
them of the alleged violation, and request that the owner be cited.
601.14 Dangerous Dog Provision.
A. It shall be illegal for any person to own, keep, possess, or harbor any dog
that has been declared a dangerous dog or potentially dangerous dog. This
prohibition shall apply whether said declaration has occurred in the City or
in some other jurisdiction. This prohibition shall also apply whether said
declaration was made pursuant to M.S. §347.50 or pursuant to another
statute or ordinance which is substantially similar to M.S. §347.50.
1. If a dangerous dog or potentially dangerous dog has bitten a
person, then the dog shall first be quarantined according to the
provisions of Section 601.18. Following said quarantine period,
then the provisions of paragraphs (2) and (3) shall apply.
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2. The Animal Control Officer or law enforcement officer shall
immediately seize and impound any dangerous dog or potentially
dangerous dog that is found within the City. The dog will be kept
no fewer than ten (10) calendar days. The owner has until the end
of this time period to provide written verification that the dog will
be legally removed from the City, or that the dog will be
euthanized. The owner must pay all associated impounding and
boarding costs prior to the release of the dog. Upon its release, the
dog shall be immediately transported to a location outside the City.
3. Any such dog that is not properly claimed within ten (10) calendar
days shall be humanely euthanized. The owner of the dog that is
euthanized shall be responsible to pay the impounding, boarding,
and euthanization costs.
4. The owner of any dog declared a "potentially dangerous dog" shall
cause the removal of the dog from the City as outlined in 601.14
A. After a minimum of ten days following the removal of the dog,
the owner may appeal to the City Administrator to again keep or
maintain the dog in the City. Such appeal shall include the
following:
a. Provide in writing to the City the request to return the dog
to the City. This letter must be signed (or cosigned) by the
property owner.
b. Provide veterinarian documentation on all required
vaccinations being complete and up to date for such dog.
c. Provide documentation that the dog (and any other dog or
cat in the home) is duly licensed.
d. Provide detailed third-party written certification that the
dog has passed a"Canine Good Citizen" obedience training
test and program as approved by the American Kennel
Club; which must be taken (or retaken) after the
"potentially dangerous dog" finding has been made. Such
certification will include written and signed documentation
showing the professional entity the examiner is
representing along with proof of liability insurance. The
examiner and certifying entity will attest that the dog has
shown no signs of aggression or similar behavior, and the
dog does not chase or otherwise leave the homeowners
property or act in an aggressive manner. This certification
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will include the credentials of the examiner from the AKC
showing current standing and type of certification.
e. Provide documentation from the property owner's
insurance provider that such homeowner's (or other) policy
does for liability purposes cover the dog residing in the
residence.
f. Provide a written signed statement that the dog has not
been kept in the City during this appeal process.
g. Provide a $50.00 fee payable to the City to the cover City
costs for review of the appeal and its related elements.
h. Provide verification that dog will be kept inside a fenced
yard capable of containing the animal at all times while
outside of the residence. Electronic control fences will not
meet the criteria of this ordinance. If the dog is taken
outside the home and fenced area or removed from the
property within this City; the dog will be under control by
static leash and muzzle by a person competent to control
the animal.
B. The City Administrator shall consider this submitted documentation and if
all items are complete and in satisfactory condition, the City Administrator
shall issue a written finding that the dog may be returned to the City.
C. Should the dog subsequently be found as a potentially dangerous dog for a
second event, the dog shall be removed from the City consistent with this
ordinance and the City shall not afford a secondary appeal process to again
return the dog to the City.
D. Notwithstanding the provisions found in this Section, in all circumstances
the dog, owner and property must be compliant with all other rules and
ordinances of the City.
E. This Section (601.14) shall not apply to police dogs under the control of a
licensed law enforcement officer during the performance of official police
activities.
601.15 Females in Heat.
Every female dog or cat in heat shall be confined in a building or other secure
enclosure in such manner that such female cannot come in contact with another
dog or cat, respectively, except for the express purpose of planned breeding, and
shall be controlled on a leash while being exercised.
601.16 Sanitation.
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Any person who owns, keeps, or harbors any dog or cat is responsible to keep his
property clean of all fecal matter from the dog or cat. All dog or cat waste shall
be removed daily so as to keep the surrounding area free from obnoxious odors.
601.17 Appointing of an Animal Warden.
The City Council may appoint an Animal Warden and establish compensation for
said position. Such person shall serve at the pleasure of the City Council. The
City Council shall annually review the work and compensation of the Animal
Warden.
601.18 Seizure of Dogs and Cats —Impounding.
The Animal Warden, any law enforcement officer, the Animal Control Officer, or
any other person may seize, impound, or restrain any dog or cat found running at
large, any dog or cat without a veterinarian's metal tag attesting to its rabies
vaccination and/or any dog or cat without its City license tag. Any person or
officer (other than the Animal Warden) impounding or restraining such dog or cat
shall immediately deliver the same to the Animal Warden. If the animal is
collarless, the Animal Warden shall immediately ascertain whether the dog or cat
has a tattoo or embedded microchip as a means of identification. The Animal
Warden shall thereupon give notice of the impoundment to the owner or, if the
owner is unknown, shall post notice of the impoundment at the City Hall (and at
such other places as may be designated by the City Council). If such dog or cat is
not claimed within ten (10) calendar days of such posted notice and all fees and
charges paid, the Animal Warden shall place the dog or cat in the custody of a
suitable person or shall humanely euthanize the animal. Any dog or cat restrained
or impounded shall receive humane treatment and sufficient food, water, and
shelter.
601.19 Impounding and Boarding Fees.
A. The Animal Warden may charge such reasonable impounding fees for the
care and board of any dog or cat restrained or impounded and any and all
such fees imposed shall be paid to the Animal Warden at the time of
reclamation of the dog or cat. The City Council shall annually review all
fees so imposed by the Animal Warden to determine their reasonableness
and may, by resolution, impose such additional fees reasonably related to
the necessary and reasonable expenses incurred by the City for the
capture, transportation, and/or care of impounded dogs or cats. All such
fees must be paid to the Animal Warden prior to the release of the animal.
The Animal Warden shall issue a receipt to the owner evidencing such
payment. Additionally, the Animal Warden may not release any dog or
cat until the owner provides written proof that the dog or cat is currently
vaccinated against rabies and that the dog or cat has received a current
license from the City.
B. In the case where any dog or cat has been impounded whose rabies
vaccination and dog or cat license are not current, said dog or cat shall not
be released unless the owner first obtains a City dog or cat license and
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provides written evidence, from a licensed veterinarian, that arrangements
have been made to have the dog or cat vaccinated upon its release. Any
written evidence submitted pursuant to this provision shall be deemed
inadmissible in any criminal court action against the owner of the dog or
cat.
601.20 Coordination with Veterinarians.
The City may enter into Agreements with veterinarians to assist in the
administration of the provisions of this Ordinance. Said agreements shall insure
that an orderly system is set up to coordinate the licensing, vaccination,
impoundment, quarantine, and/or euthanization, as needed, of dogs or cats within
the City. Said agreement shall also provide for a reasonable method of
compensating veterinarians for the service that they provide to the City.
601.21 Constitutionality.
If any portion of this Ordinance is for any reason held invalid or unconstitutional,
such portion shall be deemed a separate, distinct, and independent provision, and
such holding shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions thereof.
601.22 Penal .
Any person, firm or corporation violating any of the provisions of this Ordinance
shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.
601.23 Effective Date.
This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage and
publication, according to law, and licenses required herein must be secured within
thirty (30) days thereafter by persons owning, harboring, or keeping dogs or cats
at the time of such passage and publication.
601.24 Repeal.
The former Chapter 601, dated October 28, 1997 is hereby repealed in its entirety
and replaced by this Ordinance.
Amended 11/11/2014 by the City Council as to Section E of 601.01 and Section A of 601.11
Amended 09/27/2016 by the City Council as to Section A through Section E of 601.14
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14358 Upper 56th St. N Account: 1359
Stillwater. MN 55082 Invoice: 102314
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Date For Qty Description Price Discount Price
07-09-20 Dante 1 Exam- Rescue or Litter 0.00
07-09-20 1 Lyme#1 36.00
07-09-20 1 Leptospira #1 20.00
07-09-20 1 ProHeart 12 26-50 lbs 100.00
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05-29-21 4Dx Blood Test 05-29-20
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04-13-21 Bordatella -Intranasal 04-13-20
04-12-21 Dhpp 3 Yr Vaccine
07-23-20 Lyme Meriaf 1yr
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After receiving vaccinations your pet may experience mild side effects. This can include:
mild fever, decreased appetite, or decreased activity for a day or two after vaccination. In
addition, you may note some swelling or pain at the vaccination site. These are all normal
reactions and do not require medical attention.
Rare but serioLrs reactions to a vaccination can occur. If you notice swelling in the face or
limbs; generalized itching, difficulty breathing, vomiting, diarrhea, or collapse please
contact a veterinarian immediately.
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November 13, 2020
To Whom It May Concern:
This letter is a request to bring our dog Dante back home into the city of Oak Park Heights, after
more than the minimum amount of time has been spent out of the city. He has been staying with
family out of this city since October 9th, 2020.
Once returned home, Dante will be kept in our fully enclosed backyard when outside of the
house, unless leashed and muzzled and managed by a capable adult.
Dante will be enrolled in obedience training classes beginning as soon as possible. This has
proven difficult because many obedience schools are limiting or have stopped classes due to
the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. We have multiple calls out to different schools, and are
awaiting calls back and changes in class status.
Please find attached documentation:
1. Veterinary papers proving that Dante is fully up to date on all vaccinations.
2. Dante is licensed per the City of Oak Park Heights.
3. Safeco Homeowners insurance is valid and includes Personal Liability coverage, under
Janet Farmer, Courtney's mother and the homeowner, who also resides at this address.
Thank you for your care and attention to this matter.
Sincerely,
Hagen Family (Courtney, Clay, Lillian & Rosemary)
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14358 UPPER 56TH ST N AT: 12:01 A.M.
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City Of Oak Park Heights
14168 Oak Park Blvd N. .Oak Park Heights,MN 55082.Phone(651)4394439 o Fax 439-0574
Tuesday, November 17th 2020
RE; 2020 FALL BOULEVARD TREE REMOVAL NOTIFICATION
Dear Resident, ao �._..�
The City has contracted with SavATree for the Fall 2020 boulevard tree removal project. Work will begin on
Tuesday, December Is' (weather dependent). You are receiving this letter because a boulevard tree/(s)
on the City boulevard right-of-way at your address is on the list to be removed. Trees to be removed have
been marked with a bright orange painted ring around the trunk. The tree and debris will be removed, and
the stump and major surface roots will be ground out with a stump grinder. The site will then be restored with
black dirt and grass seed. Please ensure that the grass seed is watered in the spring until the seed becomes
established. This service is being provided by the City of Oak Park heights at no additional cost to the
homeowner, It is helpful if vehicles are not parked on the street (underneath) the trees when the work is to
take place. If you have any questions regarding pruning or removal of boulevard trees feel free to contact me
by phone (651)-439-4439 or by email Idanielson cit ofoak arkhei hts.com
Thank you,
Lisa Danielson
City Arborist
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Metro Counties Government Center
2099 University Avenue West
Saint Paul,MN 55104-3431
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METROPOLITAN MOSQUITO CONTROL DISTRICT
(651) 645-9149 N www.mmcd.org
Oak Park Heights City Administrator November 9th, 2020
Eric Johnson
14168 Oak Park Blvd.North
Oak Park Heights,MN 55082
Dear Eric Johnson,
Enclosed is a summary of work done by the Metropolitan Mosquito Control District(MMCD) in the Oak Park
Heights area during the 2020 mosquito control season.
2020 was dominated by the COVID-19 pandemic and the various challenges it has caused to state and local
agencies like MMCD.We have been able to adapt our operations to allow for social distancing and other CDC
recommendations and were able to maintain our inspections and mosquito control work with limited interruption.
Throughout the season District Staff inspected almost 75,000 breeding sites for mosquito larvae and applied
198,678 acres worth of treatments which is less than the 213,800 in 2019,but more than the 183,000 acres treated
in 2018.We also treated 290,126 catch basins in the seven-county metro,which is more than any previous year.
Fortunately,there were few mosquito-borne disease cases reported in 2020 in Minnesota.The Minnesota
Department of Health (MDH) reported zero cases of West Nile virus as of November 3rd,which would make 2020
the first year with no human cases since the disease was first discovered in the state in 2002. Eastern Equine
encephalitis (EEE) is a growing concern in Minnesota with two positive cases found in deceased horses in Aitkin
and Benton counties.There were no human cases of EEE in Minnesota. In addition to monitoring and controlling
vector mosquitoes,MMCD staff also monitor the distribution of ticks capable of transmitting disease,and work
with MDH to provide information designed to reduce the risk of tick transmitted diseases.
MMCD employees controlled immature black flies (biting gnats) in small steams and large rivers throughout the
metropolitan area.In 2020, 101 black fly larvicide treatments were made to the rivers and streams in the District,
more than the 68 treatments completed in 2019.Unlike in 2019,when high river flows delayed treatments
significantly,river flows in 2020 remained at normal levels allowing for treatments to be made throughout the
season.In May,high adult black fly populations of a small stream species occurred resulting in increased customer
calls from certain areas of the District.Adult black fly abundance returned to more tolerable levels after May.We
plan to investigate the source of these high adult black fly populations and work towards a solution for 2021.
Educating the public is a key objective of MMCD and with limitations placed on us by the COVID-19 pandemic,we
adapted by producing several informational videos on our website and social media channels.We encourage you to
tell your residents to check them out at MMCD.org.We hope to be back at parades,county fairs,and other
community events in 2021!
If you have any questions,or would like to meet to discuss our agency's activities,please contact me.
Sincerely,
Stephen.A.Manweiler,Executive Director
Phone: (651) 643-8365 //Email: mmcd sam(o)mmcd.org
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2020 Activity Summary ,
Baytown
LARVAL CONTROL z
The majority of control done by MMCD targets mosquitoes during '
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their larval stage. Mosquito larvae usually develop in standing
water and are most common after a rainfall. Larval control
materials are applied via helicopter, backpack, or by hand. w ,y
Larval Control in Baytown and Oak Park Heights in 2020:
Sites Inspected: 2211 Acres Treated: 365.94
x ADULT CONTROL
MMCD supplements our larval control program with limited adult
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mosquito control. Adult control materials are applied via backpack
during the day or truck-mounted cold fogger in the evening.
Adult Mosquito Control in Baytown and Oak Park Heights in 2020:
Sites Inspected: 13 I Acres Treated: 6.85
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DISEASE PREVENTION Rr
Controlling the mosquito species that are most likely to spread
disease is a top priority for MMCD. Removing containers that
could hold stagnant water is critical to reducing the spread. ,
Disease Prevention Activity in Baytown and Oak Park Heights: r
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Tires Removed: 112 1 Catch Basins Treated: 808
Disease Prevention Property Inspections:. 12
CUSTOMER CALLS
We encourage residents of the district to call MMCD to report mosquito annoyance, employee or
helicopter concerns, request waste tire removal, or for anything else.
Customer Calls from Baytown and Oak Park Heights in 2020: 24
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From: Mary Mccomber
To: Eric Johnson
Subject: Fwd:Legislative Alert:Walz Announces Four-Week Dial Back to Control Spread of COVID-19
Date: Wednesday,November 18,2020 6:08:26 PM
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From: Lockridge Grindal Nauen P.L.L.P. <legalert@locklaw.com>
To: marymccomber@aol.com<marymccomber@aol.com>
Sent: Wed, Nov 18, 2020 5:20 pm
Subject: Legislative Alert: Walz Announces Four-Week Dial Back to Control Spread of COVID-19
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As the spread of COVID-19 skyrockets across the state and hospitals
voice concern about ability to treat those who fall ill, Governor Tim
Walz today announced new actions to help control the spread of the
virus. Turning the dial back, Governor Walz announced a four-week
pause on social activities, in-person dining, sports, and fitness
establishments.
"Today marks a somber milestone in the pandemic as we surpass
Rebecca J. Kanninen 3,000 Minnesotans lost to COVID-19,"Governor Walz said. "This
Partner immense loss strikes at the heart of our state. We are at a breaking
load image point.As hospitals near the crisis of turning away new patients,
continuing as things are is simply not sustainable. The actions
announced today will help prevent more families from losing a loved
one and ensure our hospitals can treat those who fall ill. While these
actions mean incredible hardship for many, they are the fastest way to
recover our economy, keep our kids in school, and get back to the
activities we love."
Last week, Governor Walz explained that public health measures are
Daniel G. Larson targeting who,when, and where the virus is spreading. With
Director,State &Local community spread at an all-time high, the who is all of us; the when is
Government Affairs all of the time; and today's actions focus on the where. The scientific
load image research and public health data indicate that the virus is spread most in
places where people gather for long periods of time, especially when
masks are not consistently worn. For instance, a quick stop at a retail
store with a mask and social distancing appears to be lower risk than a
gathering of friends for dinner where guests are likely to be seated
closer together and unmasked while eating or drinking—whether it's at
a restaurant or in their own home.
Beginning Friday, November 20, at 11:59pm and lasting until Friday,
Ann T. Lenczewski
December 18, in-person social gatherings with individuals outside your
Government Relations, household are prohibited; bars and restaurants are dialed back to take-
Tax Policy&Local out and delivery service only; gyms, fitness studios, entertainment
Government venues, event spaces, and similar establishments will need to close;
load image and adult and youth sports are paused. Retail businesses, salons, and
places of worship may continue to operate with proper precautions in
place. Childcare remains open. Schools will continue to operate under
the Safe Learning Plan,which shifts between in-person, distance, and
hybrid learning depending on the local conditions of the virus.All other
current restrictions also remain in effect.
"I know the upcoming holidays make it incredibly difficult to stay home
and stay apart, but this is how we keep the people we love safe and
healthy,"said Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan. "Take it from me,
Nathaniel C. Mussell no celebration is worth an empty seat that will never be filled. This dial
Partner back will help us do everything we can to make sure our tables are full
next year."
The pandemic has reached a concerning and dangerous phase
throughout much of the Midwest this November. It took 29 weeks to
reach 100,000 infections in Minnesota, and just six weeks after that to
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reach 200,000. Sometime next week, less than three weeks after
reaching 200,000 infections, Minnesota will reach 300,000 infections.
At the beginning of the pandemic, the Governor asked Minnesotans to
Amos A. Briggs help slow the spread of the virus as hospitals built up capacity to
Government Relations ensure they could care for everyone who falls ill. That extra capacity is
load image now being put to the test as the virus spreads quickly across the state,
region, and country. More people are getting sick, including our health
care workers,which is impacting hospitals' ability to provide care even
when there are enough actual hospital beds. This has put our hospitals
on the verge of dangerous capacity shortages with some hospitals
already reporting turning away new patients.
"Every day brings us closer to having safe and effective vaccines, but
we must take action now to slow down the rate at which COVID-19 is
Peter H. Glessing
spreading in all corners of our state," Minnesota Department of Health
Associate/ Commissioner Jan Malcolm said. "Our health care workers continue to
Communications& work hard to provide care but we can't afford to overwhelm them.
Grassroots Advocacy Every Minnesotan needs to understand that they have a key role to
load image play here. That means staying home and avoiding close contact with
those outside your household. It means wearing a mask when you do
need to go out in public. It means staying home when you're not feeling
well. It means getting tested when appropriate and isolating until you
get the test results."
To support small businesses that are struggling as they do their part to
combat the spread of COVID-19, last week Governor Walz announced
an additional $10 million in Small Business Relief Grants. This funding
will support an additional 1,000 businesses that have applied for the
Angie A. Huss grant program. It supplements hundreds of millions of dollars in small
Communications& business support that Minnesota has allocated since the beginning of
Grassroots Advocacy the pandemic. With options at the state-level severely limited moving
load image forward, the Governor is pushing the federal government for additional
support. Minnesotans with questions about unemployment insurance
are encouraged to visit uimn.org.
"Minnesota business leaders have been doing everything they can to
keep businesses and workplaces safe as we navigate the COVID-19
pandemic, yet we're in a precarious position that's now more urgent
than ever before,"said Minnesota Department of Employment and
Economic Development Commissioner Steve Grove. "That's why we
Jessica E. Lindeen must collectively take action to slow the spread of the virus—the health
Government Relations and well-being of Minnesotans, and our state's jobs and economy,
depend on it."
"To all Minnesotans who are struggling to get by, I know this pandemic
is devastating,"Governor Walz said. "This pandemic is not fair. We
need federal support to help keep our businesses afloat, our workers
paid, and our families with food on the table. I will continue to fight with
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every fiber of my being for that support that you need and deserve."
Executive Order 20-99 will have the full force and effect of law upon
Kevin J. Matzek
the approval of the Executive Council, which is made up of Governor
Walz, Lt. Governor Flanagan,Attorney General Keith Ellison, Secretary
Government Relations
load image of State Steve Simon, and State Auditor Julie Blaha.
More information on these restrictions and the state response is
available here.
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Local Market Update - October 2020
A RESEARCH TOOL PROVIDED BY THE SAINT PAUL AREA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® Opspaar
- 16.7% - 28.6% - 16.6%
Change in Change in Change in
Oak Park Heights New Listings Closed Sales Median Sales Price
October Year to Date
2019 2020 + 2019 2020 +
New Listings 6 5 -16.7% 62 66 +6.5%
Closed Sales 7 5 -28.6% 43 60 +39.5%
Median Sales Price` $267,450 $223,000 -16.6% $243,000 $273,600 +12.6%
Average Sales Price' $260,400 $239,240 -8.1% $250,883 $286,907 +14.4%
Price Per Square Foot` $167 $172 +3.2% $151 $167 +10.3%
Percent of Original List Price Received" 97.9% 100.0% +2.1% 98.6% 98.4% -0.2%
Days on Market Until Sale 39 45 +15.4% 38 52 +36.8%
Inventory of Homes for Sale 12 7 -41.7% -- --
Months Supply of Inventory 2.8 1.2 -57.1% -- --
Does not account for seller concessions. i Activity for one month can sometimes look extreme due to small sample size.
October ■2019 .2020 .2019 2020
Year to Date
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New Listings Closed Sales New Listings Closed Sales
Change in Median Sales Price from Prior Year (6-Month Average)" 16-County Twin Cities Region
Oak Park Heights
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1-2008 1-2009 1-2010 1-2011 1-2012 1-2013 1-2014 1-2015 1-2016 1-2017 1-2018 1-2019 1-2020
"Each dot represents the change in median sales price from the prior year using a 6-month weighted average.
This means that each of the 6 months used in a dot are proportioned according to their share of sales during that period.
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From: Mary Mccomber <marymccomber@aol.com>
Sent: Thursday, November 19, 2020 3:28 PM
To: Eric Johnson
Subject: Fwd: Housing Update, October 2020
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From: Saint Paul Area Association of REALTORS@<bwegscheid@spaar.com>
To: marymccomber@aol.com
Sent: Thu, Nov 19, 2020 1:00 pm
Subject: Housing Update, October 2020
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Good Afternoon Mayor Mary McComber,
October continued to be busier than the calendar normally suggests. Buyer activity
remains higher than normal for this time of year, while in many segments of the
market housing supply remains much lower than one year ago. Multiple offers
remain a common occurrence in many areas, keeping housing hot while the
temperatures continue to fall. New Listings in the Twin Cities region increased 8.4
percent to 6,816. Pending Sales were up 21.8 percent to 6,249. Inventory levels fell
34.5 percent to 8,080 units.
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+ 22.3% + 12.5% - 34m5%
One-Year Change in
One-Year Charge in Median Sales ane-Year Change in
Closed Sales Homes for Sale
Price
Prices continued to gain traction. The Median Sales Price increased 12.5 percent to
$315,000. Days on Market was down 23.9 percent to 35 days. Sellers were
encouraged as Months Supply of Homes for Sale was down 40.0 percent to 1.5
months. Mortgage rates dropped to new record lows again in October, helping to
offset the monthly mortgage payment increases caused by the rise in home prices
seen in many segments of the market across the country. While prices often dip a
bit in the winter months, continued buyer demand may temper any price retreats
this year.
You can find the Local Market Update for Oak Park Heights at
https://spaar.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/lmu-2020-10-Oak-Park-Heights.pdf
Best regards,
Becky Wegscheid
Government Affairs Director
Saint Paul Area Association of REALTORS@
bwegscheid@spaar.com
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From: Mary Mccomber
To: Eric Johnson
Subject: Fwd: November 2020 MN Small Cities Updates
Date: Tuesday, November 17,2020 11:14:54 AM
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From: Minnesota Small Cities <cap@maosc.org>
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Sent: Tue, Nov 17, 2020 8:35 am
Subject: November 2020 MN Small Cities Updates
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MinnesotaAssociation of Small Cities
November
State, Local&Federal Updates for Minnesota's Small Cities
Click Here for Print Version View as Webuaee
From the Desk of our Executive Director:
Happy November, Minnesota Small City Leaders! -
You've probably seen the Post-Election Bulletin we sent out on November 9th. Here's one more interesting
link,showing the complete Minnesota Election Map and how everything shook out all across the state:
Minnesota's 2020 Election Results Maps Released
Both bodies of the"new"MN Legislature got right to work, immediately following the Nov. 3rd election.
Governor Walz also called for another Special Session (#6) in order to extend his emergency powers for
another 30 days. Read all about the new developments(and our analysis) in the"STATE NEWS"block
below. Governor's emergency_powers unchanged after sixth special session
FYI: On November 12th Governor Tim Walz rescinded Executive Order 20-22 which authorized the State
Auditor to temporarily suspend reporting requirements during the COVID-19 Peacetime Emergency.The
action was taken under EO 20-98.The original order provided cities flexibility in the timing of required
reporting deadlines and mandates in various state statutes.
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As the weather gets colder(sigh),the Energy Assistance Program (EAP) is again reaching out to community
leaders to share information about this federally funded program,which helps lower-income Minnesotans
keep warm during the winter months by helping them pay their energy and heating bills. The application
period is currently open and they are asking your offices to share this information with the communities you
serve. You can find more information at the Minnesota Department of Commerce website. Here are links to
flyers in English, Spanish, Somali and Hmona.
Special mention: Congratulations to the member City of Eyota, recently awarded $434,727 through the
DEED Business Development Public Infrastructure Program,to assist with constructing a street&extending
utilities to a new industrial park that will include a Menards nail plant. The project will retain 20 jobs.
Lastly,as you catch up on the news below, please pay close attention to the"Membership NEWS"block,
where we'll explain our impending website launch AND offer you a downloadable web badge meant for MN
Small Cities members to proudly display on your websites.
COVID / FEDERAL CARES ACT FUNDING
Well, it looks like we all made it through this process without too much trauma!(?) 500 small cities in
Minnesota applied for allocations totalling $48 Million dollars. NICE WORK! If your city was among
them,we hope you were able to make good use of your city's funds. November 15 was the last day
to make use of your CRF funds(with expenditures OUT THE DOOR; not simply allocated for future
spending).Your final report will be due to MMB on or before DECEMBER 7.
There is still some talk that there could be another Federal CARES Act funding round, meant for
cities. IF that's the case, we will be doing some advance-work(probably in survey form)to try and
identify WHAT our small cities would want the spending parameters to look like in round #2. We've
received plenty of feedback from the first funding round so we already have a good start on this, but
we look forward to expanding upon it, with your direct input.
MN Small Cities was at the table - representing YOUR SMALL CITY-when the current CRF funding
round disbursement was being decided at the state level. We were instrumental in making sure your
legislators and the Governor understood that the allocations MUST extend to EVERY Minnesota city,
regardless of size. We expect to be fully involved for Round #2 as well, bringing your suggestions
(and frustrations)to the conversation.As we did before, MN Small Cities will advocate for direct
allocations in the 2021 round, but we will also advocate for more CLEAR guidelines for use of the
funds, and for important spending flexibility for small cities. Stay tuned for future details.
Additional Covid / CRF links and resources for cities
Julv 29 2020 webinarpresentation playback
Federal FAQs
taxability of grant/loan payments to small businesses
Davis-Bacon Fact sheet
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Legislative Leadership
There were no changes in Minnesota House leadership, so Melissa Hortman will
remain Speaker and Kurt Daud will continue to lead the House GOP. Ryan Winkler is
also returning as Majority leader for the DFL. House DFL again chooses Hortman as U
speaker; Republicans continue with Daudt
In the Minnesota Senate, after the election Sen. Gazelka was reelected as Majority
Leader for the GOP and Sen. Kent as the DFL leader. Normally the Senate is the
relatively stable body but not so much now. In an unusual strategy move during a
special session last week,the GOP-led Senate elected Sen. David Tomassoni (DFL)as the new Senate
President.The GOP says this was a"defensive"move, in case Senator Klobachar is awarded a position in
Biden's Cabinet,which would force Governor Walz to fill Klobochar's Senate seat. It is"rumored"that under
that scenario, Walz is somewhat likely to fill the vacant Senate Seat with current Lt. Governor, Peggy
Flannagan. This would leave the Lt. Governor's position"empty"and state law dictates that the Senate
President would ascend to fill that position. GOP-led MN Senate votes DFLer as new president
After the special session wrapped up it was revealed that at least one GOP legislator had contracted COVID.
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It then came out that the GOP had a dinner party after the election and there are now multiple senators and
staff that have tested positive, including Senator Gazelka. Adding more fuel,the GOP sent out an email
alerting Senators and staff and telling all to work from home BUT that email only went to GOP senators and
staff not the DFL. Now Sen. Susan Kent is calling for Sen. Gazelka to resign for lack of transparency and
putting her staff and members potentially at risk. Sen. Gazelka has said he will not step down.
DFL Senate leader calls for Gazelka to step down from leadership role amid virus controversy
The Upcoming Session
2021 is a budget year and the state is facing a fairly large deficit. How that will affect our MN Small Cities'
Agenda Issues is yet to be determined.That said,we do know that we will be watching for-and working
hard to guard against-any cuts in LGA,as this has been a typical target in past years when the state was
facing a budget deficit.Additionally,there is the possibility of changes to the LGA formula, which typically
happens every decade or so.
Minnesota's next set of official budget numbers will come out in early December, but the new MMB
Commissioner cautions that these numbers will be "estimates",given that we don't yet know if there will be
more Federal Covid Relief dollars sent to the states.
The biggest question for Gov. Tim Walz and legislative budget writers is whether Congress will more help to
the states, and if so, how much.
Walz said he is considering every option as he stares down worst budget deficit in a decade
Here are some updates about how we plan to move forward into the 2021 session, relative to the following
topics.
TRANSPORTATION
MN Small Cities will once again ask the legislature to dedicate funding to the Small Streets Assistance
Account. We will also continue our collaborative work with the Minnesota Transportation Alliance.
The Alliance is proposing the dedication of a current rental cars tax- into the Small Street Assistance
Account.This would create a fund of$20 Million per year for small cities. Given a drop in gas tax
revenue and the state budget shortfall this might be a challenge, but prior to the election this proposal had
bi partisan support. We hope that variable will not change.The Alliance is asking for your help with their
efforts to quantify the unmet need, by taking just a couple of minutes to answer this quick and easy
survey of just 2 questions!
BROADBAND
In the 2021 session, MN Small cities will continue to support efforts to fully fund the Border to Border
program but if this is reliant on general funds it could be challenged. The Minnesota Rural Broadband
Coalition is asking that your city take this online speed test as soon as possible. They are building a
statewide map to show where -and how fast- broadband connections are in the state. Test data will be
shared with state lawmakers in early 2021.
Internet speed tests could help rural Minnesota
FCC Expands Wireless Providers'Authority to Chance Existina Telecommunications Sites
WATER and WASTEWATER INFRASTRUCTURE
The Rural Water Association and the MPCA have asked MN Small Cities to help with legislation that
supports greater training and best practices education for small cities'wastewater treatment facilities. This
would be a continuation of a previous program that was funded through the LCCMR as a pilot program and
would cost about$1.5 million.
HOUSING
Housing First(formerly the Builders Association) will once again make a big push to reduce city authority on
new housing developments. MN Small Cities will continue its work with other cities'organizations to oppose
these measures. Additionally, we will try to work with MN Housing Finance to create more opportunities for
workforce housing support in small cities.
Another note on Housing: The Minnesota Housing Task Force is working to continue to highlight stories
from cities that are doing things at the local level to address housing issues. Working with Prosperity's
Front Door they are inviting cities throughout the state to share"Stories oflmpact"so that local
efforts/results taking place can continue to be highlighted—especially during the challenges of COVID-19,
racial injustice,and rising economic instability. We KNOW that many of our small cities have amazing
housing success stories to tell, so Here is the LINK to the story submission form for your consideration.
If you do choose to participate, please share your story with MN Small Cities as well, so we can feature it on
the website! (send to: lynda@maosc.org)
MEMBERSHIP NEWS FEDERAL NEWS
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The NOVEMBER 2020 Federal Legislative Update
from MAOSC's DC Lobbyist,Vince Spinner,at Lockridge
Grindal Nauen includes the following:
• E-BADGEN For the first time ever,
MAOSC has created an E-BADGE for . Coronavirus Stimulus Talks Stalled
members to use in various electronic
formats,such as websites and newsletters.
You can now proudly display your . Senate Passes Stopgap Funding Bill
commitment to standing strong for small
cities! Simply RIGHT CLICK on the image
above and"SAVE"the image. • HHS Expands Rural Health Care Relief
•Website: We are excited for the soon- . Home Energy Assistance Program
to-be-launched MASOC revamped website,
where among its many features you will . House Leadership Elections
find:timely news, info and resources;a
Member Directory; Member Discussion
Forums;and other helpful tools! . Earmark Discussions
•Online Member Discussion Forums: . $3 Million Grant to Deploy MN Broadband
The website will feature an engagement
platform with a variety of topics,where
members can participate in informative . $125,000 Grant for Sherburne County for
Q&A with your small city peers. Drug Free Communities
• Regional Activity: In the coming weeks . Biden Announces Agency Review Team
we will be offering members an opportunity and Key Staff
to engage at the Regional level. You'll be
introduced to your Regional Director and
will be presented with different ways in . Trump Administration Announces
which to interact with the other cities from Number of Grants to MN Small Cities
your Region.
• Social Media: One 2020-2021 goal is to
increase MAOSC's profile and activity level LOCAL NEWS
on social media,offering multiple methods
for keeping you informed on timely
matters. Please take a minute and Follow
/ Like us on both platforms today! If you
want to"personally"follow,that's GREAT,
but be sure to also Follow/ Like from
your city's Twitter and/or Facebook
accounts,if you have them(the links can
be found at the bottom of this newsletter).
• Sponsors Program:A NEW structure for me,.
our Corporate Member program will be
introduced along with the website launch. If
you know of any companies/organizations
that do business with small cities,please
ask them to check it out!
Noteworthy items featuring MAOSC member cities or
officials. Members can submit Small Cities' Shorts or
other feature ideas by emailing lynda@maosc.com.
Perham: Thriving Perham, MN is building
amenities to attract more workers
Eyota: Two Greater Minnesota Cities Awarded
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Infrastructure Grants
Olivia gets federal loan to finish water project
Evansville will seek to fill the city administrator
position by April/May, 2021. City administrator
takes new fob
Crosslake: Grant will help construct National
Loon Center in Crosslake
Oak Park Heights: County construction projects
included in state bonding bill
Chatfield pavement management program
RESOURCES & TIMELY OPPORTUNITIES
Note:The following list is NOT all inclusive of what may be available at any given time; rather,just what
caught our attention. Presented in order of application and/or registration deadlines:
•The Small Cities Development Program Unit is accepting preliminary proposals for eligible activities addressing
community needs for owner-occupied housing rehabilitation, rental and/or commercial building rehabilitation or public
facility improvements through the Small Cities Development Program(SCDP).The deadline for submission of
applications is November 17. Application for Preliminary Proposals(download)
•Webinar: Reduce Your Residents'Energy Burden This Winter—Learn How- November 18
• Minnesota Broadband Coalition Strategy Session-November 20, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Via Zoom
• Parks and Trails Leaacy Advisory Committee seeks applicants: Eight seats on the 17-member committee are
open for applications.The deadline for applications is November 21.Among the desired expertise and perspectives
for prospective committee members are backgrounds in youth programs, natural resource and outdoor skills building
education, resource management, marketing, new technology,tourism,and business.
• The Public Employees Retirement Association(PERA) Board of Trustees has posted two opportunities to
serve on the PERA;one to represent cities and a second to represent counties. Bothpositions are four-year terms and
are appointed by the governor. If you are interested in serving on the PERA Board of Trustees,you can apply through
the Office of the Secretary of State website.The first application review date is November 23.
• Apply Now for Non-Metro City Opening on Board of Water and Soil Resources: Non-metro area elected
officials from cities outside the seven-county metro area are encouraged to apply for an opening on the Board of
Water and Soil Resources(BWSR).Apply by November 23 through the Office of the Secretary of State. Please let
League staff know if you intend to apply. Learn more and apply for the BWSR appointment online
•Are you a city manager or administrator with newly elected officials about to take office in 2021? Let them know
about this learning opportunity offered by the League!The program entails Eight hours of online learning,
covering ten core competencies.wiII run from January 19—February 26. Registration opens in DECEMBER.
•The Brownfields and Redevelopment Unit at DEED is accepting applications for grant funding for energy
transition projects through the CommunifieEner Transition rant ro ram.The deadline for the submission of
applications is January 4. Contact Brownlds and Redevelopment staff with questions regarding the application
process,at 651-259-7451.
•
Updated COVID-19 and Cities: News and Resources offered by LMC.
• Emergency Management Resources: The U.S. Census Bureau's OnTheMap for Emergency Management is a
public data tool that provides a web-based interface to gauge the potential impact of disasters on the workforce and
residents of a particular area. Users can gather detailed information on workers, population and housing characteristics
for hurricanes,floods,wildfires,winter storms,and federal disaster declaration areas.
•The MPCA is accepting funding applications for water resource projects through the CWP Loan Program.The
Clean Water Partnership(CWP) program offers zero-interest loans to local units of government for implementing
nonpoint-source best management practices and other activities that target the restoration and protection of a water
resource such as a lake,stream,or groundwater aquifer. Ongoing
MN SMALL CITIES BOA" of DIRECTORS
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Until Next Time ... MAOSC's Board Members&Regions
•Tim Burkhardt,President(Region 5)
•Shannon Mortenson, Vice Pres.(Region 1)
Thank you for your hard work .Jacob Kolander, Treasurer(Region 9)
and dedication to your .Joel Young,Secretary(Region 12)
community! . Mary McComber,Past President(Region 8)
•Tina Rennemo(Region 2)
As always, if you have questions or •Jon Smith(Region 3)
concerns, please don't hesitate to •Cheryl Hahn(Region 4)
ask. We're happy to assist any way •Wendy Pederson(Region 6)
we can. •Wyatt Kemper(Region 7)
•OPEN(Region 10)
•Andy Weld(Region 11)
On behalf of the entire Board of Directors,we extend a huge . Michael Hammes(At-Large 1)
THANK YOU to all cities that have pledged your continued .William McCabe(At-Large 2)
membership support! We are honored to continue working . Michelle Stevens(At-Large 3)
with you-and advocating FOR you-in 2020-2021 and . Dave Engstrom(At-Large 4)
beyond.
HAVE A WONDERFUL THANKSGIVING!
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From: Mary Mccomber
To: Eric Johnson
Subject: Fwd: Washington County Heritage Center"brick breaking"Thursday Nov. 19th ipm
Date: Saturday, November 14, 2020 7:23:39 AM
For weekly notes
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From: Brent Peterson <brent.peterson@wchsmn.org>
To: Eric Johnson <eajohnson@cityofoakparkheights.com>; cdougherty@cityofoakparkheights.com; Carly
Johnson <cjohnson@cityofoakparkheights.com>; marymccomber@aol.com; mjrunk@comcast.net;
liljegrens@comcast.net
Sent: Fri, Nov 13, 2020 3:30 pm
Subject: Washington County Heritage Center"brick breaking" Thursday Nov. 19th 1 pm
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
News Release
Washington County Historical Society
Brent Peterson Executive Director
Brent.12etersonaa Lchsmn.org
651-439-5956
Washington County Historical Society "breaking bricks" for new Center on
Thursday November 19th at fpm.
The Washington County Historical Society [WCHS] is announcing a brick breaking and kick off
for their capital campaign for the Washington County Heritage Center located at 1862 South
Greeley Street, Stillwater on Thursday November 19th at fpm.
In 2013, the Historical Society purchased the building at 1862 S. Greeley Street and immediately
leased the building to the Minnesota Department of Transportation [MnDoT] for use as their
headquarters overseeing the construction of the new St. Croix River crossing. After MnDoT left,
the Historical Society contracted with architectural firm MSR Design in Minneapolis to design a
state of the art museum for Washington County. MSR Design designed the Mill City Museum in
Minneapolis for the Minnesota Historical Society.
The Fred C. &Katherine B. Andersen Foundation gave a lead grant to the Historical Society for
one million dollars for the project. Other foundations followed with generous gifts towards the $5
million dollar goal for the project. "We are fortunate to have such fine stewards of the region in
these foundations," said WCHS Executive Director Brent Peterson, "many great projects have
been funded that otherwise would not have. We are grateful for their support and the support of
others in the preservation of history."
David Lindsey, of Cottage Grove and the WCHS Board Chair, says, "This is a needed addition to
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the Historical Society,we have grown to a point where we will not be able to take anymore
donations of artifacts and that would not fulfill our mission to the community at large."
The new Heritage Center will include three large exhibition galleries,larger storage area,
classroom, research center and retail center. Some of the first exhibits will be on the lumber
industry,photographer John Runk and fashions from the 1860s & 1960s. Other spaces will have
displays on Native Americans and Black Baseball in Washington County. These exhibit spaces
will also be available for traveling exhibits from the Library of Congress, the Smithsonian or other
major organizations throughout the country.
"What a great advantage this will give Washington County when it comes to its heritage,"
Peterson said, "all ages will have a chance to view and understand the history of the county like
no other time before—especially during the historic time we are living in right now."
The "brick breaking" event will include members of the Washington County Historical Society
Board of Directors, the Executive Director of the Minnesota Historical Society Kent Whitworth
and members of the construction, architectural and exhibit organizations that are working on the
project.
Masks and social distancing will be necessary!
The Washington County Historical Society owns and operates the Warden's House Museum in
Stillwater, the Hay Lake School&Johannes Erickson Log House museums in Scandia and does
the programing for the Eder School at the Oakdale Nature Center in Oakdale. The Warden's
House, Hay Lake School and Erickson Log House are all on the National Register of Historic
Places.
For more information about the Washington County Historical Society and its programs visit
www.wchsmn.org or call 651-439-5956.
Founded in 7934, the i�ashington County Historical Society is a donor-supported, nonprofit
organization with more than 750 individual,famij, and business members. WICHS is
supported by individual gifts. membersh f and earned income, and foundation grants.
Brent T. Peterson
Executive Director
Washington County Historical Society
PO Box 167
Stillwater,Minnesota 55082
651-439-5956
www.wchsmn.oro
PRESERVING TOMORROW'S HISTORY
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