HomeMy WebLinkAboutweekly Notes- march 5th 2021 { CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS—WEEKLY NOTES for: March 5, 2021
TO: City Council Members& Staff
FROM: Eric Johnson,City Administrator
Zoninq &Development Items:
1. No new applications have been received.
2. If the100 unit development does proceed at the Cahanes Farm site—south of the City AND if it includes HIGH-CAPACITY Wells for
irrigation purposes,the City will want to know the possible impact of such wells on the POLLUTION PLUME located in Baytown Township
that lies just south of that development area. I have inquired to the Baytown Engineer for some information.See the enclosed communication
and maps.
3. STARBUCKS and the Land Owner)did respond to the vehicle stacking issue with a plan to address these issues.See enclosed letter-,in
short,they plan some internal upgrades that they hope will reduce wait times.This may work and address the issue,but will take some time.
The landowner has been advised that the City will revisit the matter in June 2021.
4. STAFF is aiming for a neighborhood meeting for the businesses near the NORELL AVE BACKAGE ROAD Project.This is planned to be in
the later afternoon and VIA ZOOM.More to come as we better know the schedule.
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.
• The State has issued a general VACCINATION process for all Minnesotans-Sign up at Vaccine Connector
(hftps://vaccineconnector.mn.gov/.
• There are opportunities for housing assistance for those impacted by COVI D—see link United Way 211 —211 Site(211 unitedway.org)
• To date,the City still cannot secure vaccinations for its Public Works staff and it appears that STATE guidance has essential public utility workers
as not being able to receive vaccinations—as part of the job function—for several more months.This of course can change however-,these workers
are ESSENTIAL to all cities as to their ability to deliver water and sewer services—which most all entities rely upon. I did reach out to Mr.Daniel Huff
at the Dept of Health expressing this concern as the next pandemic response--will need to address this matter better.See enclosed.
Other Items:
• MNDOT will be performing some trail ADA improvements along 60th street Frontage road—west of Panera...They are required to notice
the City as part of their use of Federal dollars—"4a"notice.See enclosed.
• Chief Hansen has provided the February Police Activity Report.
• The City has been able to secure a renewal of its NO FAULT SEWER and WATER MAIN coverage. This renewal relies on documentation of
property utility line maintenance.
• The City did supplement its payment to the City of Bayport for fire protections services by$917.83 for the 1 I gtr.2021 as our payment from last
week was an estimate. Moving forward, the City's TOTAL payment for 2021 is to be $272,619.21 — NOT the $294.765.67 as requested by
Bayport.Please see the enclosed letter explaining the issue to the City of Bayport—and is the same as we have indicated since 2019. 1 suspect
we are open to discuss and engage the issue,but that process needs to be initiated by Bayport.
• There will be a VALLEY VIEW NATURE WALK held by the District Community Ed Dept.on 3/5/21.See the enclosed permission letter.
• The City Council approve the sending of a letter to the House Transportation—Finance Committee supporting the passage of the SMALL CITIES
ASSISTANCE for Transportation Aid. Enclosed is a copy of the letter as sent.
• Xcel Energy Press Release on Carbon Reduction Update.
Mayor McComber provided:
1. Letter received from City Resident J.Doherty discussing concerns about Lookout Trail design elements.
2. MNDOT State Aid Scene—March 2021
3. Youth service Bureau—March 2021 Update
4. NLC Update for 3-2-21
Please let ni"nVw if you have any questions-651-253-7837 Call Anytime.
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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
3/4/21
TO: Mr. Jim Studenski
iim.studenski(@tkda.com *** Sent via email only ****
FROM: Eric. Johnson, City Administrator
RE: Cahanes Farm —Well Development
Dear Jim:
There has been discussion in the community related to the above development; which is of course nothing
too new, but...in reviewing the documents found on the City of Bayport website related to the concepts, it
appears that the Developer is proposing some high-capacity wells for irrigation systems to serve this area
as the City of Bayport can only offer potable systems.
Accordingly, we would like to know if these irrigation wells are in fact part of the proposal and has Baytown
Township inquired or determined what impact these well may have— if any on the"3M POLLUTION
PLUME" that may exist in the area? Has modeling and/or identification been done on this impact? Could it
draw the plume northward?
Perhaps it is not an issue, but we would like to know if it has been looked into and if you would please
provide to us your findings.
Kind regards,
Eric Johnson,
City Administrator
Cc: Lee Mann, City Engineer
Matt Downing, MSCWMO
Adam Bell, City of Bayport
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City of Oak Park Heights
14168 Oak Park Blvd. N•Oak Park Heights,NEN 55082•Phone(651)439-4439•Fax(651)439-0574
3/4/21
Mr. Keith Sturm ***also via email keith()upland.com***
Upland Real Estate Group, Inc.
50 South 6th Street, Suite 1418
Minneapolis, MN 55402
RE: Conditional Use Permit-Stacking of Vehicles.
Dear Mr. Sturm:
Thank you for the written response dated March 2°d 2021 related to the above matter(COPY ENCLOSED). While we disagree
that this stacking issue is only a recent development with the COVID-19 issues at hand—it absolutely can exacerbate the matter.
The proposal you generally outline is appreciated and the City is compelled to offer you the opportunity to see if this addresses
the situation which we hope it does. Accordingly, after June 15th, 2021 the City will monitor the site for such back-ups and re-
evaluate accordingly.
Please be sure to secure all necessary building permits as required by the City Building Official—Ms. Julie Hultman-she can be
reached at 651-439-4439
Please let me know if you have any questions,
Sincerely,
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Eric Johnson
City Administrator
CC: Brier Swing—Via email only*** Brier(a)upland.com***
Chief of Police, S. Hansen
Julie Hultman, Building Official
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March 2,2021
Eric Johnson —also viaemail eajohnson@!ityofoakparkheights.com—
City Administrator
City of Oak Park Heights
14158 Oak Park Blvd, N
Oak Park Heights,MN 55062
RE: Condllion,al Use Permit•- Stacking of Vehicles
Dear Mr.Johnson,
We are In rrecelpt of the City s Notice regarcing ot:r Conditional Use Permit regarding the car stacking
Issue at the Starbicks Iccator cn Nca. Mvc ''!'vlc gave made initial contact with the Tenant and are
currently working to mitigate this p•oblcm
We understand and apprecatc the CiCyS cord--r rr.-q^ring the t'nffo lbe:kup into the street. The
safctY of cus;.:'me:rs,pedeslri3,s, drivers.as well as onsomi^g rare is,o=cejrsc,a priority to everyone
involved
Sta-bu.,k.s has been at this Iccauon, as a postive add cn;o :hc reightuncuod. snce 20C3 and cnly
re3cn,ly ra= the =;ta3;king been observed to t'c a challenge As s'c,cn at many reUa 1 locations
natiorrr;ide. tho''_'0''0D-1:1 pnJc•nic a-id manJates have had an fe t of incraased drivo-,hru zztivih'
a5 ma-iv c.'the:.w tGrTler,r)O 1c-1g_r avant,0'are allowed,.o cc Inside the store Tc ou-kncwledge, It Is
Stdrbuc:ks po icy'ha-locations voth drkc-tir.j rust s cp thci•'*c.ati,_is ck:sed to Inside sale_. which as
seen at :his location, nas put ex-Mess sfress o its dive-thru traffic r"= Tc oandc-rr.i'i, cro related
impacts s,it'si;.e arc cuatcmer oatte-ns go bac to roural crc-COVIp fl.v, rn_expect 1`le Maung
SItLB:lU 11 will -c5olw-m 45e" A,cor:;i-lg tC rnany sourced p8ndcrni',_. -A-t.11DkS crc gcttlra better
already and•:wick y.
We -ave contaul�_d 31Iir7UCk" !'18y are in the prccwss -emodelno this ',o.,:itian v.l•ch includes
irnp c'rements to th'ci•onsi#c cperat,ons ,&i•h w'I r-ore Frfclzrll_5 •7.ave the drvc-trru ianc cuat -ners.
This six-v eek -eitrrue• i5 salt=d.dec to stat in r'd:!rch 2021 'I'^e Re^j cral Faciitie� Ma••acer Brian
Billinysle_y has also relayec. :hd afte-t-e remodel t'--s lucat;,r wi I open ia•Inside salos to 3Jdition:lly
help ,vial c,u5Wii er tiaJir- %N'e will cc:itriuo is :.crk witl- 5:arbuck5 rega-dir.g this issue as Y.&, as
rnUr-for their remcdcI and Its ercctivenesa.
Rerouting the drive thru is e.xcensive and problematic with no easy solution. ":re;equest that the City
accept the above request for scIitions. If the stacking is still problematic in MaylJune,we will reassess
for a b Rei resolution.
►IVB look forward to your reply.
Keith A.Sturm
Member
CC: Julie Hultman,City of Oak Park Heights,via email onlyh1 ulkmanto�eitvofoakparkheicahts cam
Brian Billingsley,Starbucks,via email only BSillingaStarbucks.com
Brier wing,Upland Real Estate Group,Inc.,via email only brieLQualand.com
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City ofOak Park Heights
14168 Oak Park Blvd. N•Oak Park Heights,MN 55082•Phone(651)439-4439•Fax(651)439-0574
3/1/21
TO: Mr. Daniel Huff,Deputy Commissioner
MN—Dept of Health
FROM: Eric Johnson, City Administrator
RE: Vaccination Priorities and Process.
Dear Mr. Huff:
Thank you for returning my call the other day to discuss the vaccination priorities the State has established
for various groups and entities. Certainly, prioritization is vital and necessary and no matter what path is
chosen—no solution would be perfect. As this is my second PANDEMIC in my current role with the City
of Oak Park Heights —the first being the H1N1 — Bird Flu and now— COVID-19 I have seen first-hand
how these can affect the execution of City operations and how public employees are of essential value to
deliver essential services to our community.
Moreover, COVID-19 has brought significant hardships and loss for many in our communities,BUT ...we
as a society been fortunate to have been given these "warning volleys"to prepare for a potentially a more
virulent episode and we likely should be better prepared WHEN it comes.
That stated, a Waring defect that must be addressed in the vaccination Priorities is the lack of direct
enQaQement and vaccine prioritization for cities and their public utility staff-basically SANITARYAND
WATER service workers. Without functioninz water and sewer systems—that handle millions ofzallons
clean water and seweraze daily.... schools do not function, hospitals do not function, hydrants will not
function, senior living facilities do not function; vet the operators who are 100% vital and necessary to
run these public and vital systems are unable to secure vaccination and are NOT even a high Priority?
Cities do not even have an ability to prioritize these staff members and get them vaccinated and we must
ask these people to simply sign-up on a website as individuals —then hope and wait? This is plainly not
acceptable.
I would ask that you and your team reflect on what essential services ALSO mean and clearly understand
that if these operators do not come to work—that much collapses behind them. Cities are all very good at
just getting the job done and we rely on them in all of our communities; But this is a massive omission and
to this day.... we still cannot get our Public Works Staff vaccinated as a priority group. What can you do
about this Mr.Huff?
Noted above, the next pandemic is coming and I ask that people in your offices —and various committees
- imagine what that next response would look like without essential water and sewer services and
correctly get these folks protected—as we all rely on them—everyone—in all communities.
Thank you for listening.
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DEPARTMENT OF Metro District
TRANSPORTATION 1500 West County Road B-2
Roseville, MN 55113
February 24, 2021
Eric Johnson (sent by email only)
City Administrator,City of Oak Park Heights
Oak Park Heights City Hall
14168 Oak Park Boulevard N.
Oak Park Heights, MN 55082
Subject: State Project No. 8204-77, State Highway 36 Improvements
MN 36 from Edgerton Street in Maplewood to 0.2 miles west of Greeley Avenue in Oak Park Heights,
Section 4(f)Temporary Occupancy of the 601h Street North (N)Trail on South Side of MN 36 from Neal
Avenue N to Norell Avenue N
Dear Mr.Johnson:
The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) is preparing plans for resurfacing MN 36, drainage, ADA
work. The project also includes trail improvements along 601h Street N in Oak Park Heights.The proposed
project will result in temporary closure of the existing 601h Street N Trail, a Section 4(f) resource.
The proposed work includes reconstruction of the trail due to its deteriorated condition.This work will require
the temporary closure of a portion of the trail alongside Neal Avenue N and 60th Street N from a point beginning
800 feet northeast of the center of the intersection of 58" Street N and Neal Avenue N extending to the
northeast and alongside 60th Street North.The trail work will extend to just west of the intersection of 60th
Street N and Noreli Avenue N (see attached map)_ The proposed trail work is located all within MnDOT right-of-
way.
As per the Federal Register Rules and Regulations 23 CFR 774.13(d),the temporary closure of the trail may be
considered a temporary occupancy of Section 4(f) lands.A temporary occupancy may not constitute a Section
4(f) use when all of the conditions listed below are satisfied:
•The duration of the occupancy will be temporary in nature(i.e., less than the time needed for the construction
of the project).
The Highway 36 roadway improvement project is anticipated to be completed over one construction season.
The duration of work for the trail within Oak Park Heights and the temporary closure of the trail is anticipated to
be about 6 weeks, less than the time needed for construction of the entire project.
•There will be no change in ownership of the land.
No real property interest(e.g., permanent easement, fee title acquisition)of right of way will be acquired from
the City of Oak Park Heights. The trail is located on MnDOT right-of-way.
-The scope of work to be performed will be minor(i.e., both the nature and magnitude of the changes to the
Section 4(f)property are minimal).
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The proposed improvement includes reconstructing the existing pedestrian/bicycle trail along the east side of
Neal Avenue and the south side of 60th Street.There are no changes to the 4(f) resource except to improve the
condition of the resource.
•There are no anticipated permanent adverse physical impacts nor there any interference with the activities or
purposes of the property, on either a permanent or temporary basis.
The affected trail will be reconstructed in the same dimensions as the current trail. While the trail work is taking
place, bicyclists and pedestrians may use the street adjacent to the trail or the paved trail along 58'Street N
which runs east/west one block south of the trail (see attached figure).
-The land being used will be fully restored to a condition that is at least as good as the condition that existed
prior to the project.
The trail will be reconstructed and will be in better condition than the current state of the trail.The areas
adjacent to the trail will be restored to their pre-construction conditions after turf reestablishment occurs. Areas
adjacent to the trail are MnDOT ROW.
•There must be document agreement of the official(s) with jurisdiction over the Section 4(f)resource regarding
the above conditions. Your signature on this document concurring as outlined above constitutes your
concurrence with the assessment of impacts to the City of Oak Park Heights trail in your role as an official with
jurisdiction over this resource.
Please review the attached figure and indicate your concurrence with the work proposed and that the above
conditions are met by signing below.Please send the signed original back tome for our records. Ifyou have any
questions regardingthis matter,please contact me at 651/775-4087 or adam.josephson @state.mn.us. if you do
not concur with our assessment of impacts to the City of Oak Park Heights Trail, please respond in writing with
a reference to this letter.
Sincerely,
Adam Josephson
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East Area Manager
MnDOT Metr i rict
ncur wit he asse ment of r "d impacts to the city of Oak Park Heights ' prop rty as described above.
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Deb Moynihan, MnDOT Office of Environmental Stewardship
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CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS
POLICE DEPARTMENT
14168 Oak Park Blvd. N.,
Oak Park Heights, MN 55082
March 2nd 2021
To: Mayor and Council
From: Chief of Police Steve Hansen
Subject: Police Activity Report -February 2021
This overview report is the activity of the Oak Park Heights Police Department during the
month of February 2021. Officers responded to and generated 313 calls for service in the city
of Oak Park Heights during this month. Quick Breakdown for some of those calls for service
include the following: 70 medicals, 1 fire related, 16 thefts from businesses, 10 vehicle
accidents, 8 alarms, 6 disturbances, 36 traffic violations, 16 suspicious persons/vehicles.
The Police Department's command staff continues to pre plan for efforts involving the
possibility of civil unrest for the upcoming months. Those plans include possible increased
staffing levels for the City of Oak Park Heights after the court proceedings in MPLS and how
we could support other jurisdictions if needed. All officers have been assigned their own riot
control equipment if needed.
School Resource Officer Paradise gave me a detailed tour of the Stillwater High School this
past month and I was also able to meet with the School Leadership in person to formally
introduce myself. We had a good discussion about school safety and the police department's
commitment to maintaining the positive relationship.
New Hire Update:
We received a total of 19 application for the full-time police position. Sixteen of the applicants
were invited to the first round of interviews that were conducted on March V. Second round
of interviews scheduled for March 10'
COVID-19 Update:
Officers will be receiving their second dose of vaccinations at the beginning of March at the
Washington County Government Center.
Officers attended training courses during this month:
Officers continue to mainly conduct training through the Online modules through PATROL
online. There are big changes for the State Law on the Use of Deadly Force by Police Officers
that go into effect March 1. All officers were assigned to complete the updated Online
Modules from the League of MN Cities concerning the use of deadly force as well as view the
zoom meeting discussions from the state leadership meeting. Department Use of Force
TriaiRms advised to focus on this new law for future department scenario-based training.
All officers completed the fit testing for Gas Mask and N95 masks for medicals. This is a
OSHA requirement for all officers issued and participating with riot control equipment.
Officers also participated in a refresher course in Woodbury for riot control MFF (mobile field
force) over the past two weeks.
Officer Wynia also completed a week-long course for FTO (field training officer). With the
upcoming new hire, we will now have three certified FTO's to assist with a detailed training
program. Sgt. Vierling has also started training in the area of Social Media for law
enforcement.
Calls for Service Highlights:
This is a sampling of some of the cases we responded to and investigated:
1. Theft of motor vehicle left running in a residential driveway. Recovered in
Colorado.
2. Disturbance at Holiday gas with two recently terminated employees requesting
paperwork.
3. Traffic stop: Speeding violation with under 21 alcohol violation for the driver.
Friend that arrived on scene to give the first driver a ride home also had a fake I.D.
too.
4. Cars vs. Fire hydrant occurred at Osgood Av/56th st N. Driver left the scene on foot
and later found at home in Hudson.
5. Officers responded to an assault with alleged handgun seen by the victim. Suspect
and vehicle fled prior to arrival at the home. Vehicle later located in Stillwater and
towed back to OPHPD. Search warrant executed on vehicle for the gun, instead
officers found 132 grams of marijuana and 1.5 grams of meth. Suspect interviewed
and no gun located.
6. Theft of motor vehicle from Fury Motors. Suspect was able reach into the key drop
box and was able to recover a key for the vehicle waiting in the lot to be serviced.
That stolen Dodge truck was also used in Woodbury to steal 3 more cars in the
same manner by accessing the key drop box.
7. Officers responded to a felony domestic assault.
Chief Hansen
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LMCLEAGUE
MINNESOTA
CITIES
LMCIT No-Fault Sewer Back-up and Water Main Break Coverage
Re: City of Oak Park Heights
Renewal Period: 7/7/2021-22
According to the Underwriting Criteria for LMCIT's Optional No-Fault Sewer Back-Up Coverage,
the City needs to qualify for this coverage each year. I have reviewed the City's expiring
covenant along with sewer back-up claim information, if any, and I am pleased to advise that the
City of Oak Park Heights continues to meet the Underwriting Criteria necessary to qualify for No-
Fault Sewer Back-Up Coverage. Please note, the No-Fault Sewer Back-Up questions are no
longer part of our online renewal application. Coverage will continue as per expiring.
LMCIT is here to help. If we can be of any further assistance regarding the maintenance of the
City's Sewer Program, feel free to contact me directly at 651-215-4049.
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5t. Paul, Minnesota 55103 TF: (800)925-1122 www.Imc.org
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3-3-21
TO: Adam Bell, City Administrator INVOICE
Bayport Invoice Amount OPH
City of Bayport Year Invoice# Amount Correct PAID
294 N 3rd Street Incurred
Bayport, MN 55003 2015 1 $ 223,497.00 BASEYEAR $ 224,238.00
2016 100 $ 230,371.00 CORRECT $ 230,371.00
ALSO,VIA EMAIL: abell(aci.bayport.mn.us 2017 1 S 241,689.00 CORRECT $ 241,689.00
2018 2017-01 $ 249,765.00 CORRECT $ 249,795.00
2019 2019-001 $ 272,149.00 INCORRECT $ 260,206.00
RE: Received Invoice-2021-006 2020 2020-006 $ 287,541.00 INCORRECT $ 268,947.00
2021 2021-006 $ 294,765.67 INCORRECT $ 272,619.27
Dear Adam,
The City is in receipt of Bayport's 2021 billing for Fire Services seeking a total of$294,764.We would note that the billing appears
to be in conflict the Fire Services Agreement and previous invoicing from the BASE YEAR and past practices. We noted similar
concerns in 2020.The City noted in 2020 that Bayport may not simply delete or edit Fire Aids from the Budget at its sole discretion
and/or shift these costs to the other parties.The formula worked as designed in 2015,2016,2017 and 2018 and the Budget included
these credits and years of invoicing denotes this practice and understandings when this was undertaken in 2015.
At this time, the City has calculated a 3% increase over 2020 to the correct Base Amount (and #of calls adjustments with OPH
being of 53.40% of total) and has supplied that amount herewith (1s' Qtr.) based upon a budget of $510,522.98; which then
calculates to a total payment of$272,619.27. See the chart above. Enclosed is a supplemental check in the amount of$917.83
which adds to our payment submitted earlier this month for the 1s'quarter 2021.The City will be need to make subsequent payments
for the remaining quarters of$68,154.81.
That said, I would offer that the City is willing to discuss options on how to address this continuing discrepancy, but we would ask
that all parties also revisit the historical practice and perhaps Bayport outlines how this could be discussed in an impartial setting—
such as with a mediator of some form—although perhaps not that formal... Wouldn't that be a fun discussion!?!
Take Care!
Eric Johnson
City Administrator
Cc: Weekly Notes
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3/3/21
TO: Ms. Jenny Hanlon
hanlonj@stillwaterschools.org
FROM: Eric Johnson, City Administrator
RE: Valley View Park—Evening Event 3/5/21
Dear Ms. Hanlon:
The City has received your email inquiring about the holding of a community event on 3/5/21 —nature walk
in valley View Park; roughly from 6 pm to 7 pm. The City certainly has no objections to that being held
under the auspices of the District and its"non-profit" status.
Please be aware that there are no bathroom facilities available during this time of year and that the City's
trails and facilities are obviously under winter conditions and the City does not ensure or commit to any
given condition or capacity. Please direct your participants to be prepared for slippery, cold and/or
otherwise early March conditions. I have attached the City's rules for Park and Trail use.
Please let us know how it all goes and we hope you enjoy our Parks and Trail systems.
Thank you
Eric
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AN ORDINANCE REGULATING THE USE OF PUBLIC PARKS IN THE CITY OF OAK
PARK HEIGHTS AND IMPOSING PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION THEREOF.
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PARK HEIGHTS, WASHINGTON COUNTY,
MINNESOTA, DOES ORDAIN:
802.01 Definition.
"Public Parks" or "Park" is any land owned or leased by the City for the use of
the public for any one or combination of the following uses, to-wit: recreation,
amusement, playground and field, swimming beaches, trails and trailways, and
any area used by the public for relaxation.
802.02 Motor Vehicles.
A motor vehicle is any self-propelled vehicle or vehicle propelled or drawn by a
self-propelled vehicle, including any vehicle commonly referred to as a
snowmobile.
802.03 Defacing or Destroying Property Prohibited.
No person shall deface, destroy, damage, or impair the value of any public or
private property located within any public park in the City including buildings,
structures, signs, trees, shrubs, or vegetation located therein.
802.04 Littering Prohibited.
No person shall litter, cast, or throw rubbish, trash, or garbage in any public park,
including any surrounding water area within the City except in containers and
receptacles duly designated for said purpose.
802.05 Parking and Driving Motor Vehicles.
No motor vehicle shall be driven in a public park, except on roadways and
trailways designated and developed for said purpose. No motor vehicles shall be
parked in any public park or public paths and trailways, except in those areas duly
posted, designated, or developed for the parking of motor vehicles.
802.06 Park Hours.
From October 1st through April 30th the park hours shall be from 6:00 am of until
10:00 P.M. of each day. Between May 1st and September 30th the park hours shall
be between 5:00 am and 10:00 pm. No person shall enter any park before the
opening hour and shall leave on or before the closing hour. No motor vehicles
shall be parked in a public park, except in those hours designated in which said
parks are open to the public. Special permission for groups of persons to remain
in any park for a longer period than those designated herein may be obtained from
the City Council at their discretion. However, such permits and permission shall
specify what special conditions must be observed by said persons. Duly
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designated City employees may enter the park at any time to enforce the
provisions of this Ordinance.
802.07 Speed of Vehicles.
No person shall operate a motor vehicle at a greater speed than fifteen (15) m.p.h.
in any park.
802.08 Regulation of Operation of Motor Vehicles..
All applicable provisions of Minnesota Statutes 1967 and amendments thereto
known as the Minnesota Traffic Regulation Act, are hereby made a part of this
Ordinance by reference, except as to those items herein modified by this
Ordinance or incapable of being applied to public parks.
802.09 Park Events and Alcohol Consumption
Any person, entity or group desiring to rent or reserve a City Park Shelter and/or
rent a City Park Facility shall first secure a permit subject to the provisions of this
Ordinance. Unless a permit for alcohol use and consumption is granted by the
City to be used in conjunction with the rental event, alcoholic beverages shall not
be permitted within City parks.
1. Small Events: For small events that are anticipated to be less than 200
persons, an application shall be submitted on forms provided by the City and
shall be fully completed and submitted not less than then (10) days prior to the
event. In conjunction with reserving of the park shelter, an application for a
permit to consume alcohol on the premises must be first applied for and
obtained from the City. A non-refundable application fee for such permit
shall be $15.00. No sale of alcohol will be permitted under any
circumstances.
2. Large Events: Should an event at a park facility, or in conjunction with a park
shelter reservation, be estimated to exceed 200 persons, the applicant shall
first secure a park permit from the City to be issued by the City Council in its
discretion. The following criteria should be followed by the application prior
to and in any consideration by the City Council for such event:
a. The application shall be on forms provided by the City and shall be
fully completed and submitted not less than forty-five (45) days prior
to the event.
b. Any alcoholic sales and consumption shall be confined to a specific
area of the event and shall be delineated with proper temporary
fencing.
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c. A permit shall be secured by the Minnesota Alcohol and Gambling
Control Division at least thirty (30) days prior to the event.
d. All servers of alcoholic beverages shall have first passed the
"SERVSAFE" Alcohol Training Program; provide documentation to
the City.
e. The Applicant shall provide proof of general liability coverage naming
the City as an additionally insured party in an amount of not less than
$1,000,000 covering any and all aspects of the applicants use of the
City facility. Such insurance shall be provided at the time of the
application.
f. The Applicant shall provide a deposit of $5.00 per planned attendee,
but shall be not less than $500.00 nor more than $2,000.00. This
deposit shall be refunded to the Applicant after the event is concluded
subject to the following: The City will evaluate the site after the event
and will deduct reasonable costs for any site clean-up not performed
by the Applicant. Should clean-up or repair costs exceed the deposit
balance, the Applicant does agree to pay any costs so deemed
necessary by the City and shall waive any rights to appeal such
enforcement.
g. The City Chief of Police shall determine if any Police Services are
required to be present at such event and the Chief shall estimate such
costs. These Police Services costs shall be the sole responsibility of the
Applicant and shall be paid in advance of the event and such fees are
separate from the Deposit.
h. The City Police Department may terminate this permit at any time
and/or order the closing of the event should conditions warrant.
i. The Applicant agrees that the City bears no responsibility to ensure the
Park facility is set-up with any specific tables, chairs, port-a-pots,
garbage facilities. It remains the Applicant sole responsibility to
secure these facilities from other vendors. The City facilities is
provided in an "as-is" condition under the permits issued herein. The
Applicant bears the full responsibility to clean-up and repair all
facilities and address any damages that occur upon the site during their
event and at their sole expense. The Applicant is responsible for all
elements of the event and the behavior of their patrons and guests.
j. The Applicant shall provide an emergency plan — including an
evacuation plan with complete contact information. The Applicant, it's
staff and/or leadership shall be on the site at all times during any
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approved event. The general safety of attendees is the sole
responsibility of Applicant.
k. Use of City Park for a Large Event that is open to the general public
and for a FOR-PROFIT purpose is strictly prohibited.
1. No one applicant or their related group(s) may secure more than two
Large Event Permits during a twelve (12) month period.
802.10 Open Fire Prohibited.
No person shall build a fire in any area in a park, except in fireplaces or
receptacles duly provided for said purpose, except as in such areas as may be
specifically designated for open fires by signs.
802.11 Certain Equipment and Activities Prohibited.
In all areas where swimming and wading are permitted, the City Council shall
have the authority to prohibit the use of such equipment as it deems dangerous to
persons in such pursuit. In all park areas all activities which are likely to
endanger persons or property are prohibited. The Council or its duly designated
agents shall determine what activities are dangerous and shall be duly authorized
to terminate such dangerous activities.
802.12 Animals.
No animals shall be permitted in any public park, unless they are under leash at all
times.
802.13 Firearms Prohibited.
No person shall be permitted to carry firearms of any kind within the park areas,
except for authorized police officers.
802.14 Rules.
The City Council may promulgate from time to time such rules as they may deem
to be necessary for the safety of persons using said parks.
802.15 Unauthorized Removal Prohibited.
No person other than City employees or designated City agents shall cut and/or
remove any trees, shrubs, bushes, or other vegetation, including seeds or spores,
from any City park or property owned by the City. Removal of trees marked by
the City inspector to be diseased shall be removed only by those persons or
businesses designated by the City Council for that purpose.
802.16 Enforcement.
This Ordinance may be enforced by duly designated law enforcement officers of
the City of Oak Park Heights, County of Washington, State of Minnesota, or any
other employees of the City duly designated by the City Council as park police.
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802.17 Penalties for Violations.
Any person violating any provision of this Ordinance shall be guilty of a
misdemeanor and on conviction thereof shall be subject to a fine not in excess of
Seven Hundred Dollars ($700.00) or to imprisonment not in excess of ninety (90)
days in jail, or both.
Ordinance Amended 11/30/04
Section 802.09 Amended by the City Council on 5/9/2017
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City of Oak Park Heights
14168 Oak Park Blvd. N a Oak Park Heights,MN 55082•Phone(651)439-4439*Fax(651)439-0574
February 25',2021
Representative Frank Hornstein,Chair
Members of the Transportation Finance and Policy Division
St. Paul, MN 55155
RE:Small Cities Assistance--Transportation
Dear Chair Hornstein and Committee Members:
On behalf of the City of Oak Park Heights,I would like to thank you for listening when I testified before you
last month regarding the challenges that cities such as ours have in regard to transportation projects and
general maintenance of our City's infrastructure.As you know, small cities such as ours do not consistently
receive assistance for any road maintenance or improvements and as such the City of Oak Park Heights
advocates and supports the advancement of legislation that provides reasonable transportation aids to cities
with a population of less than 5,000_ At this time, HF 1117(Olson)does seek to address funding for small
cities and we thank you for considering this however it only seeks to allot funding for 2022 and 2023.
In 2020 alone,the City had over$700,000 in road repairs and maintenance costs that is wholly funded by
local property taxes.For 2021,we expect to expend over$400,000 for street maintenance. Funds from Small
Cities Assistance Account(or other sources that cities over 5,000 automatically receive)would have certainly
helped with these costs and will absolutely help with prospective road maintenance costs that approaches
$20,000,000 over the coming decade.
We are certainly grateful for the funding that we did receive in 2017 of$32,000 and 2018 pf$31,000,but
funds have not been allocated since that time. As a small city, we have done our best to plan for future
maintenance to preserve and maintain the valuable investments that our taxpayers deserve, but such costs all
generally fall to property taxes or overwhelming special assessments. We are asking far a sustainable and
equitable source of funding for some of these costs and that can be relied upon in the future.
In addition,many Trunk Highway,County and other State infrastructure projects can take a heavy toll on
residents of small cities. For example,of the construction of the St. Croix Crossing which spans from Oak
Park Heights to the Town of St. Joseph,Wisconsin was a multi-million-dollar project for which our City had
to produce a substantial cost-share due to MNDOT Policies. Again, Oak Park Heights does not receive any
Municipal State Aid that some other small cities receive that would have helped offset such costs and even
helped justify the State cost share expectations.
On another point,Oak Park Heights does not receive Local Government Aid as was determined by the State
due to the property tax benefit of being a Host Community to the Allen S. King Plant. As I testified before
you, the King Plant is due to be retired in 2028. There will be a loss of revenue to the City of Oak Park
Heights which will need to be replaced. As I mentioned,there is also,the"ripple effect"of that lost revenue
to the County,the School District,and the Fiscal Disparities Pool as the Oak Park Heights Host Community
will no longer be one of the major contributors to such Pool.
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Many view Oak Park Heights as a small city of 4,800, but we actually grow to about 30,000 each day due to
increased traffic from TH 36,the Stillwater Area High School,Oak Park Heights Prison, commercial visitors,
and the considerable traffic that passes to and from Wisconsin. We respectfully request your consideration of
a dedicated and a sustainable roadway funding source to small communities that would not be subject to
regular legislative re-approvals. These funds could then be better anticipated and budgeted locally for project
planning. Moreover,these funds would reduce the local tax burden more equitably when compared to larger
cities that do receive Municipal Road Aids for their projects simply by virtue of their population.
We would be happy to provide further information as to the benefits of the sustainable funding discussed
above as well as share any other information we may have.
Sincerely,
t
Mayor l arry McComber
Cc: Governor Tim Walz
Sen. Karin Housley--Dist. 39
Rep. Shelly Christensen—Dist. 39 B
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From: Mary Mccomber
To: Eric 3ohnwn
Subject: Fwd:Lookout Trail,continued
Date: Thursday,March 4,2021 1:37:40 PM
Eric,
FYI-For weekly notes
Mary
-----Original Message-----
From:Jenifer Doherty<jeniferdoherty@me.com>
To:marymccomber@aol.com<marymccomber@aol.corry
Sent:Thu,Mar 4,2021 12:24 pm
Subject:Lookout Trail,continued
Dear Mayor McComber,
I come to your inbox,once again,on the topic of Lookout Trail. I was recently informed by a neighbor that the City has approved the road widening plan for Lookout Trail. Is
this correct? I'm unclear as to how,after only two meetings with the neighborhood—neither of which could be attended by the full roster of residents,and with many still
opposed—it has been approved. I hope to have been misinformed,as there were more residents objecting to the project for safety reasons by signing a community letter
than were even present at both the in-person and Zoom meetings. Nevertheless,I will refrain from repeating the real and absolute safety concerns—I can understand that if
not accustomed to the driveway challenges along the road,these concerns might be interpreted as'the opinion of a few homeowners.' Rather,this email concentrates on that
which can not be construed as opinion: the existence of specific,tangible,clearly outlined documents regarding the Scenic Overlook and Lookout Trail,as researched and
compiled by a multitude of government agencies,consultants,engineers,landscape architects,and preservation experts. Stated within these documents are very explicit
guidelines for preserving the historic nature of the Scenic Overlook,including references to retaining Lookout Trail's width. The street widening is in opposition to the
professional,collaborative judgment and guidelines of existing documentation. Additionally,it disregards the recommendations for trail design as described and illustrated
within them.
It is not my desire to be adversarial,and if any negative tone is interpreted in my writing,it is not intended. I would very much like to work with the City on this very important
issue,as if the project proceeds,irreparable changes will take place to the historic integrity and relevance of our road. While I do believe it is sound to resurface and/or
maintain Lookout Trail,I remain very much opposed to the widening plan. The most compelling argument rests in the Lake St.Croix Overlook Historic Preservation Plan
(dated December 2010). The stated goal of the Historic Preservation Plan is: "to preserve and strengthen the historic character defining features of Lake St.Croix Overlook
and the qualities that make it eligible for the National Register,and to ensure the property's long-term preservation." The plan is based on the standards and
recommendations of the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties,and the Secretary of the Interior's Guidelines for the Treatment of
Cultural Landscapes,and within it is stated: that a trail design on Lookout Trail be"sensitive to the historic character of the wayside rest"..."to retain the existing
width,alignment,and other design details of Lookout Trail,which retains good historic integrity[...]. The overlook was built in conjunction with the early route
and it is part of the wayside's historic setting."
In researching the proposed trail project,Federal and State offices have weighed in on the careful planning,design,proposed aesthetics,and historic preservation in the area,
with notations to the value of the Scenic Overlook and Lookout Trail's historic integrity. MnDot's Visual Quality Manual(VQM,dated 2007)acknowledges 34 members
collaborating on their 233 page document—consultants,architects,engineers,city and town officials,and myriad Federal and State agencies,including the National Park
Service,and the St.Croix National Scenic Riverway. I respectfully inquire,once again,why is this collective body of work being ignored? I remain perplexed as to why all of
the extensive expert recommendations,guidelines,requests are being disregarded,violated truly,by(1)a planned widening of Lookout Trail,with(2)an asphalt lane that
does not remotely resemble the suggested frail design elements.
As stated in the VQM,Lookout Trail is referred to a"local low-volume roadway,"which would suggest that bikes may safely share the road without it being widened. In fact,I
have inquired with both local and state patrol,as well as with MnDot and the Dept.of Public Safety to ascertain how many vehicular/bicycle accidents have been recorded on
Lookout Trail,I was unable to locate any accident report of this type. I have observed that on many local streets,including Paris Avenue—a road with far more traffic than
Lookout Trail—there are new sidewalks,set apart from the road with grass medians for walkers to safely stroll,while bikers share the road without need of a widened lane.
The VQM provides visual renderings for gently curving,meandering trails,as well as a map of proposed bike and walking paths(attached)-a bike lane is not shown in their
map to be extended onto Lookout Trail,a walking path,however,is.
If funding made available for the road transfer is to be spent quickly,I believe Lookout Trail does indeed need the attention to its surface and drainage issues,but I am very
opposed to widening for the two previously stated reasons: it is in direct opposition to the stated Historic Preservation Plan,and it does not provide the type of scenic walking
trail recommended by and illustrated in the VQM. I once again request that the City heed and respect the work of those who have contributed and collaborated in these
lengthy and specific documents,particularly as they pertain to historic preservation requests,and to the construction of a graceful,scenic walking trail be considered rather
than a lane of asphalt. The Scenic Overlook,along with Lookout Trail,has a rich history,as evidenced by its designation on the National Register of Historic Places(1 of only
2 in all of Oak Park Heights). Our charming street,unlike any other in town,has the good fortune to be graced with this site of national recognition. It is a very special place,
but more important than my feelings for the road and its lovely homes and yards and inhabitants,is that it has been documented that the roadway width be preserved. Once
the historical integrity and charm are lost,they are lost forever.
On the topic of trails,following are just a few of the directives stated in the VQM for area trail design:
•The meandering alignment...should be made up of a series of continuous long curves...tangent sections should be minimized
•A series of continuous gentle curves will create an attractive visual quality
•The alignment also should be developed to take advantage of high points in the roadside where vistas over the adjacent landscape occur
•Generally,the trail should have the quality or feel that it is an integral part of the landscape rather than cut through it
•The trail is to be interwoven through the hedgerow
Regarding the value of off-road foot paths,the VQM further states:
•a separation and screening from traffic is recommended
•graceful visual quality...appear to be integrated with lightly wooded landscapes
•more distance between the road and the trail will contribute to a more enjoyable recreational experience for trail users
•the alignment should put the trail at varying distances from a roadway and allow vegetation between road and trail.
A road widened with an asphalt lane neither follows nor achieves any of these guidelines.
Attached is a compilation of trail designs and visual renderings provided in MnDot's 2010 document that reference design,aesthetics,and historical preservation. I have
further researched documents with regard to the history of the area of the Scenic Overlook and Lookout Trail,as well as the recommendations for paths and trails. I once
more fervently request the City review and heed the collective body of information,and the advice,guidance,proficiency and expertise of the signatories to them.
I am volunteering to you my time and energy and effort in working with the City to find a better,more suitable trail solution,one that follows the guidelines provided and honors
the historic designation on our street. I have had informal conversations with a few politicians who recommend I contact national,state and local historic preservation offices
for guidance,however,I would like to do so with your blessing,to work with the City to achieve what can become a beautiful trail design,befitting of the history of the street
and the river vistas found along it.
In a memorable book about Frederick Law Olmsted and his design of Central Park,it is said that he fought to create a pleasant nourishing green space amidst pressure to
build more roads and hard surfaces for transport. His vision was simple: "a ground to which people may easily go after their day's work is done,and they may stroll—seeing
hearing feeling nothing of the bustle and jar of the streets." I continue to advocate that we not widen our historic street,and that we look toward constructing a beautiful,
peaceful off-road trail,a small-scale'nourishing space'for residents and visitors alike to enjoy.
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Thank you,once again,
Jenifer Doherty(Carpenter)
Text and images on this page taken from the St.Croix River Crossing Project VQM,referencing proposed
trails including those in the area of the Scenic Overlook and Lookout Trail. The renderings describe the
paths as"curvilinear trail through wooded landscape"..."trail through hedgerow,"..."trees and shrubs
(woods)on both sides of trail,"...a"meandering"trail...not an asphalt lane on a widened roadway.
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The Visual Quality Manual(VOM)for the St.Croix River Crossing Project
Prepared by the Minnesota Department of Transportation and Wisconsin Department of Transportation(the DOTs)
with assistance from a Consultant Team and a Visual Quality Review Committee,with input and collaboration from,
City of Oak Park Heights,MN
City of Stillwater,MN
Town of St.Joseph:W I
St.Croix County,WI Board of Supervisors,
St.Croix County,WI Transportation Committee-
Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission
Minnesota Center for Environmental Advocacy
Friends of the St.Croix
Western Wisconsin Realtors Association
MN Department of Natural Resources,Division of Waters
WI Department of Natural Resources
Minnesota State Historic Preservation
Federal Highway Administration
National Park Service, St.Croix National Scenic Riverway
Consultant Team
Led by Edwards and Keleey,with assistance by
CH2M HILL,
CNA Consulting En-gineers,
Hess Raise and Co.,
• Illumination Arts,
Jones&Jones,
Kevin Hart Architecture,
Martin&Pitz,
Modjeski&Masters,
Savanna Design,
T.Y.Lin International
Wilkinson Eyre
DDT: Representatives from the Minnesota Department of Transportation and the Wisconsin
Department of Transportation participated through the Visual Quality Team and the Project Development Team.
Members:
Visual Quality Team
Visual Quality Team Project Manager(Mn/DOT)
Bridge Planning Engineer(Mn10OT)
Bridge Architectural Manager(Mn/DOT)
Structures Design Unit Supervisor(WisDOT)
Landscape Development Program Manager(WisDOT)
Project Development Team
East Area Engineers(Mn/DOT)
Project Engineer(Mn/DOT)
NW Region Planning Projects Engineer(WisDOT)
The Historic Preservation Plan For Lake 5t.Croix Overlook
Authorized and funded by the Minnesota Department of Transportation
Prepared by Susan Granger And Scott Kelly
Gemini Research,Morris,Minnesota
Appendices
National Register of Historic Places(nomination)
Architectural Analysis by Claybaugh Preservation Architecture,Robert Claybaugh,preservation architect
Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Preservation and Restoration
Additional agencies/signatories to researched documents include:National Registry of Historic Places:US Department
of the Interior. National Park Service,Federal Highway Administration,US Army Corp of Engineers,Advisory Council on
Historic Preservation,MN Dept.of Transportation,MN State Historic Preservation Office.
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From: Mary Mccomber
To: Eric Johnson
Subject: Fwd: MnDOT State Aid E-Scene, March 2021
Date: Tuesday, March 2,2021 10:18:04 AM
For weekly notes
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To: marymccomber@aol.com
Sent: Tue, Mar 2, 2021 10:01 am
Subject: MnDOT State Aid E-Scene, March 2021
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State Aid E-Scene
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March 2021
TFA Program Pyramid Update from MnDOT Traffic
Forecasting and Analysis
The traffic data published by MnDOT Traffic Forecasting and
Analysis are used for safety evaluation, pavement design,funding
decisions,forecasting, modeling, and much more. Many users visit
the online Traffic Mapping Application tool to find AADT, HCAADT,
and the availability of Continuous Collection data.
Read more on the update from MnDOT Traffic Forecasting and
Analysis.
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From: Mary Mccomber
To: Eric Johnson
Subject: Fwd:YSB March 2021 Newsletter
Date: Tuesday,March 2,2021 11:31:31 AM
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YSB Newsletter February
2021
March is Self-Harm Awareness Month Mission Moment
By Colleen Feldman,
Stillwater School Psychologist and YSB Board Member
It is the end of February, probably
one of the longest shortest months
of the year. Winter is still here, it 8,
can be cold and snowy. Thank
I®I goodness the Polar Vortex
appears to be over, and we are all
ready for spring to come.We grab onto the longer
days of sunlight and hope the worst of winter is
behind us. Some of us are like cats, looking for a
sunny spot to curl up and increase our vitamin D
intake.
An estimated 17 percent of American youth have As I look forward to warmer days in March, it is also
engaged in non-suicidal self-injury, but despite its a month of education and awareness. March is Self-
prevalence, self-injury is a behavior that is often Harm Awareness month, a time when we reflect and
misunderstood'. March is"Self-Harm Awareness think about how to intervene and support others for
Month" and an ideal time to learn more about a serious whom life is challenging. In this time of Covid,the
issue that affects so many young people and their mental health challenges of students and families are
families. ever present. How do we respond when a young
Although self-harm can be practiced by people of all person uses language that indicates they are
ages,youth between the ages of 12 and 24 are most thinking of hurting themselves? How do we ask the
likely to engage in self-harm and 38 percent of people questions, intervene, and provide resources for them
who self-harm report learning the behavior from peers.'* at this time in their lives?
To learn more about the signs and symptoms,what Talking about Self-Harm can make us feel
parents and youth can do at home and when to seek uncomfortable.We often are unsure how to ask a
additional support read the attached resource pace, person if they are thinking about hurting themselves
or how to help them.The National Suicide Prevention
"Klonsky,E.D.,Victor,S.E.&Saffer,B.Y.(2014).Nonsuicidal self-injury:What Lifeline, 800-273-8255,or the Crisis Text Line, text
we know,and what we need to know.Can J Psychiatry.59(11):565-568 TALK to 741741, are two great resources where
""Muehlenkamp,J.J.,Claes,L.,Havertape,L.,&Plener,P.L.(2012).
International prevalence of adolescent non-suicidal self-injury and deliberate self- anyone Struggling with feelings of Self-harm can get
harm.Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Mental Health,6(10),1-9
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help twenty-four hours a day.
Chemical Health Corner If you know someone who is experiencing feelings of
depression and using language about hurting
themselves, intervene.Ask them directly if they are
The Link Between thinking about hurting themselves, stay with them,
Substance Use and Self-Harm and help them access resources such as the
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline or the Crisis Text
By Meghan Heffner Line.Another resource for support and early
Self-harm and substance abuse have a very complex intervention is Youth Service Bureau.
relationship. Some would argue that substance use is a At the high school I work at,we are fortunate to have
form of self-harm, and self-harm can become an an ongoing relationship with the Youth Service
addiction.According to Recovery Unplugged,self-harm Bureau.When students come to us with needs that
can be defined as"purposeful and non-lethal injury to go beyond the scope of what school counselors or
self."This can include a number of behaviors like school psychologists are able to provide,students
cutting, burning, picking, hitting, or inserting objects into and families can be pointed to various recourses
the skin. Self-harm behaviors are ways to release within the community. Having someone from YSB
emotions, and individuals who practice self-harm usually directly involved in our high school facilities expedites
have a history of emotional,sexual, or physical abuse, those connections. In fact,there are opportunities
neglect, or trauma. After incidents of self-harm, when we have a YSB mental health professional on
individuals typically experience emotional and mental site to meet with students during the day.
relief quickly followed by shame or guilt; creating a
vicious cycle of harmful emotions and behaviors. Supporting students' mental health and journeying
along with them and their families is a privilege and
Visit our Bloa to read the full article. also hard work for all parties involved.At Stillwater
Click here to read the new Chemical Health Newsletter! Area High School,we are committed to continuing
our many years of partnership with YSB.YSB
continues to demonstrate their mission to help
student and families be more successful at home, in
their communities, and at school.Together we make
a difference in the lives of our students and their
families.
Through My Eyes
New in 2021,we will have guest articles from
youth. These messages will give us a glance at a
day or season through a young person's eyes.
Please email infovysb.net for more information
® on how you,your child,or students can be a part
of a feature message.
This month's feature is from a high school senior.
Visit YSB's Gala for the latest information.
Community Resource By HB
"As a senior in high school this is definitely not what I
pictured it to be like.There have been pros and cons
® to distance learning throughout this year. Some of
the positive things to come out of distance learning is
more flexibility.When I was working I had more
options of times I could work, and if my friends were
Do you need to find Mental Health and/or Substance busy at night I had the chance to hangout with them
Use Disorder Resources near you as soon as possible? during the day. My schoolwork doesn't take up too
Let Fast-Tracker help you find the care you need when
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much of the day if I were to space it out which also
you need it. Fast-Tracker is an online real-time, gives me more time to relax, but as it gets later on in
searchable directory of mental health and substance the year and with nothing changing I just end up
use disorder resources and their REAL Time availability procrastinating or turning in assignments late. My
within Minnesota. teachers have been so helpful though throughout the
Fast-Tracker helps users find: whole year by being flexible and super
understanding, as it has been hard for them too.
. Programs, Services and Providers availabilities. They just try to make distance learning more
. Appointment information. enjoyable and less stressful for everyone. I feel that
. Funding and/or insurance information. although there have been some positives there were
. Advocate and support groups. also what feels like more cons. It is hard finding
. Crisis contacts and emergency information. motivation within myself to get my work done some
days,this is mainly because I don't feel as if I am
Fast-Tracker Resources: learning anything I am just going through the motions
Fast-Tracker 101 plus there are many more distractions when you are
Printable Flyer at home rather than at school where the environment
helps you focus on getting assignments done. Since
What Youth Service Bureau is it is my senior year as well, I feel that I won't get to
go back to school and have any of the normal high
Read ingfWatching/Listeni ng to... school experiences. I have already missed out on so
much and the very little I did experience didn't feel
What We Are Read ina the same.This makes it hard getting through the
NAMI -Self-Harm year because I don't have much to look forward to
"People often keep it a secret, but the urge to self-harm and all the schoolwork almost feels like a waste of
isn't uncommon, especially in adolescents and young time. However,through the whole thing I have tried
adults. Many overcome it with treatment. my best to push through it and make the most out of
Whether a person has recently started hurting themself the year even though it has been hard."
or has been doing it for a while, there is an opportunity
to improve health and reduce behaviors.Talking to a ,
doctor or a trusted friend or family member is the first
step towards understanding your behavior and finding
relief." Contact YSB to find out about confidential services,
such as:
What We Are Watchina
Hybrid Learning Tips&Tricks for Motivation and • General Assessments
Success_- . Counselina Services
Join Chaunte"Teehan with Tips&Tricks to stay
motivated during distance learning. . Chemical Awareness Programs
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In The Open Podcast-"How Do I Love Myself?"
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From: Mary Mccomber
To: Eric Johnson
Subject: Fwd:COVID-19 Relief Aid Update:The Senate MUST Support the Passage of the American Rescue Plan Act!
Date: Tuesday,March 2,2021 10:44:27 AM
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Subject: COVID-19 Relief Aid Update: The Senate MUST Support the Passage of the American Rescue Plan
Act!
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The Senate MUST Support the
Passage of the American Rescue
Plan Act!
Late last week, the House passed the American Rescue Plan Act. NLC applauds this
passage and will now turn to the Senate to do the same expeditiously. This relief package
includes a fair allocation of$65 billion for cities, towns, villages with appropriate guardrails.
It also includes transportation, housing and FEMA recovery that is critical for communities
that need to stabilize. It is essential that the Senate pass this package as soon as possible
Here is how you can take action:
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Send a Tweet to your Senator asking them 3/4 White House Office of
to pass the American Rescue Plan Act Intergovernmental Affairs Update Call
ASAP
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Your Advocacy Toolkit This Week
Updated Talking Points for Meetings with Congress
Key Senate offices are beginning their messaging campaign this week in support of
the American Rescue Plan Act. Utilize these updated talking points to supplement
their efforts and educate your Senators by reiterating the critical need for local aid.
Review the Estimated State and Local Allocation Outputs
Released by the House Committee on Oversight and Reform
The House Oversight and Reform Committee staff has provided updated estimates
on state and local allocation outputs as of 2/26/21. We encourage you to review
their notes related to the allocation and read their supplemental explainer, which
offers an in-depth guide to interpreting these current estimates, which are subject to
change.
The Need for Local Aid is Undeniable
In our nation's pandemic response and recovery, municipalities are facing a much
more dire situation that states. There is a growing concern that Senators and the
media are pointing to the $130 billion of aid to public schools and $30 billion for
transportation as local funding. This misses the mark about how local governments
are suffering. Use this NLC article to combat this misconception.
Last Chance to Sign Up for Congressional City Conference
Virtual Hill Day!
The relief bill is expected on the floor of the Senate during the week of NLC's
Congressional City Conference (CCC). CCC provides local leaders with the tools and
connections to help build a brighter future for our nation's cities, towns and villages
and concludes with local leaders meeting with their Congressional delegation and
advocating for their priorities. Register for our conference today and check the
Virtual Hill Day box to join us as we make our final push in the Senate for COVID-19
relief!
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