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HomeMy WebLinkAboutweekly Notes- July 30th 2021 r CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS—WEEKLY NOTES for: July 30th 2021 fn A TO: Cit Staff Council Members& Sta �`. FROM: Eric Johnson City Administrator Zoning &Development Items: 1. No new applications have been received. 2. The City has issued a letter stating that the Lakeview Ambulance proposal at the former Fury Motors site will not require a Conditional use Permit-, however--there are still some site nuisance issues to be resolved and there is a question about internal sprinkling that needs to be answered by the architect.Basically,the site will house their ambulance services,some offices,materials storage and some resting quarters. 3. Xcel Energy will be replacing a NON-Energized SHIELD WIRE on the transmission lines through the Clty—these are the very TOP WIRES on the towers.This will occur in mid-late August.As there are many street crossings—there may be short closures while equipment is staged and moved through the City. Work is expected to take 2-weeks once commenced. No structures or surface impacts are expected. See map below. Andy Kegley is working with Xcel to issue a RIGHT OF WAY Permit. Sheild wire replacement of Line 0801(yellow line)Oak Park Heights—Baytown substations ��n vNx = z = asm slry lower sou sf N i.S'IS •• i `y srN aema� -'- _ �y..5_ meal J %777rs�t� ' NPVer seen sl ry (lakareen Ci N - --- ----- 58N51H - s ry�� rn 61 N �._OBGS135 BIPaNt HN(plts a]m sr H fi i s,rn sr u � 3]IM1 Sr N ]BVM1 SIN Ypp 5etn Stu = cYl - � +$ fiU SeH 3 a6li Sl r, a �5i94G4lYt[9 Suln 51 ry ' I Iau u.- N J +Sln SI = O 56m 51 N � fiN g= 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 has received its first one-half payment of the ARPA funds$264,701.28. Except for the other approved items by the City Council in May, the vast majority of such funds will be allocated to the Water Meter Replacement Plan.See enclosed confirmation of received funding. • With received data and request from the DNR,the City has implemented a VOLUNTARY WATERING RESTEICTIONS to commence on August 15t,2021.These voluntary restrictions would be beyond the current Even/Odd watering rules and we hope would address any concerns.The City does have one well that is getting close to a level of concern relative to its aquifer height and our daily draw-down.Please see the enclosed PRESS RELEASE and related data.Many cities are implementing similar restrictions. • The City did not YET receive a responding quote to the issued RFQ for the PEDESTRIAN Ramps on Norwich or Nova Scotia-,this deadline has been extended to Aug 13th.The full RFQ is enclosed. Mayor McComber Provided 1. Information on the Veteran's Memorial Benefit "Weekly Notes"is an internal/inter-departmental memo 2. EMWREP Updates limited in scope to share brief updates and information among 3. July 29th NLC Update on Federal Infrastructure Funding/TIS city Departments,city consultants and Elected officials 4. August Youth Service Bureau Update regarding various topics. 5. Information on an EHLERS Public Finance Seminar for Elected Officials Please let me know if you have any questions. 1 of 43 City of Oak Park Heights 14168 Oak Park Blvd. N•Oak Park Heights,MN 55082•Phone(651)439-4439•Fax(651)439-0574 July 27,2021 TO: Jim Leonard, Owner VIA EMAIL ONLY:jimkfurymotors.com Eric Siskow,Lakeview Hospital VIA EMAIL ONLY: Eric.R.SiskowkLakeview.Org RE: Use of former Fury Motors Site–60'Street and Osgood Ave.-Ambulance Station Dear Mr. Leonard and Mr. Siskow: Thank you for your recent narrative and submission for a potential Conditional Use Permit for the site located at the N.W. corner of STH 36 and Osgood Ave.Your proposed use is an indoor staging and parking area for Lakeview Ambulance and related staff–basically an ambulance station. A number on internal improvements are proposed. Upon further review,the City has determined that your proposed uses are consistent with the B-2 Zoning permitted uses as outlined in City Ord. 401.30. and a CUP is not immediately needed. The above stated... the following must still occur as the site has remaining issues: • No outside storage or other non-compliant activities may occur at the site;this letter is subject to revision. All other City rules and ordinances remain in effect. • The Owner or Applicant must first secure a building permit from the City to make the necessary internal improvements to foster the use of the property including final clarifications on sprinkler installations. The sprinkler determination is wholly pending and the City makes no commitments on this issue at this time that they will NOT be required. We are awaiting information from you both related to this issue. • Some site conditions are in a"nuisance"condition–the rusty light poles and must be removed by October Ist 2021. • Ensure that weeds and other grasses are adequately maintained -please address this promptly; this has been discussed in the past. • Temp. signage banners will not be permitted;please provide a signage plan. The City asks that both of your offices ensure that the site remains in proper condition and that is representative of our community and your business operations. Please let me know if you have any questions. Thank you e41— Eric Johnson City Administrator Cc: Julie Hultman,Building Official Steve Hansen, Chief of Police 2 of 43 - ; \ \ ) \ G � § 0 �2 B : G 0 # } / � } � : 0 ƒ 3 \ 3 o 3 k \ ° \ ` / ^ Z 3 \ \ PR ƒ 0 ƒ 0 \ e \ „Pl.PIO - / \ > \fu E \ g ) . [ / \ / $ �.....,.....�. m - � ± - § CO 0 4 , < / \ 2 ui 2 : o \ < 03 E \ / C? * E 4 � 2 § EI o $ \ � 77 I o 0 0 § & >1 >1 2 \ Jaa S \ > $ \ 'o a m IE r = = o \ e Q � 2 2 cm / } V) 2 / 2 / 0) \ Fm- LL / v § \ 2 20 $ / > a \ 7 F- > \ / / m / 2 - 2 / \ / ) 2 � \ m IEI z G § 2 / / \ / \ \ \ O UaE C0 / - / N � i � / \ 2 / 7 < 7 < / \ k + oo00 > § / 0 S 2 F- E E § ) 2 & c 2 .0 .. ) 0 2 .. 0 2 U Q 2 7 2 x ) Q \ k / / / ui w \ 0 0 0 0 § E E E > / > > > > � aaa Q U I& City of Oak Park Heights 14168 Oak Park Blvd N.•Oak Park Heights,MN 55082•Phone(651)439-4439•Fax 439-0574 7/29/21 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: FROM: Andy Kegley,Director of Public Works RE: VOLUNTARY-- CITY WATERING RESTRICTIONS —EFFECTIVE August 1St,2021. With more than 70 percent of Minnesota experiencing severe drought and many areas experiencing extreme drought,the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources(DNR)is requiring local water suppliers attempt to reduce aquifer water use in their communities. This water conservation will help maintain adequate water pressure and ensure fire-fighting reserves. This happens due to too much water being drawn from the aquifer and could effectively run the two City wells temporarily "dry." To help avoid this,the City of Oak Park Heights is requesting that if you do feel the need to irrigate your lawn,that all residents and businesses restrict both the days and time for lawn irrigation. Oak Park Heights requests you follow the following restrictions from the standard odd/even schedule to only watering on the following days: **Odd addresses on Tuesdays& Saturdays Only **Even addresses on Wednesdays& Sundays Only **NO WATERING between 12:00 pm and 5 pm. Please update your sprinkler systems accordingly. These conditions will remain in effect through September 30th,2021 or possibly sooner if drought conditions cease. This again is a voluntary action that the City seeks your help with to protect our aquifer which we all rely on for drinking,fire-fighting and business operations. Should formal restrictions be further required the City will need to take that next step. If you have new sod, seed or landscaping has been sown residents do not need to follow the odd-even guidelines for unattended watering during the first 30 days following planting. The mid-day ban from noon to 5pm will remain in effect for this use. Please contact Andy Kegley at 651-439-439 or akeglwnci , ofoakparkheights.com if you have any questions. For drought information go to: haps://www.drought.gov/states/minnesota 5 of 43 MDEPARTMENT OF HEALTH MDH Email to All Community Public Water Systems From Carmelita Nelson, DNR Water Conservation Consultant 7/20/2021 Drought Status and what should water suppliers do? What is a Drought Warning Phase? Minnesota has entered the Drought Warning Phase. Since we have not had a Drought Warning since 2012, you may want to familiarize yourself with the Minnesota Statewide Drought PI (4-page document). Now that we are in the Drought Warning Phase, the Drought Plan requires that the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) take additional actions.These actions include: convening the State Drought Task Force, increasing public awareness of drought, and asking public water suppliers to implement demand reductions with the goal of having water use 50%above January levels.This is the third of five drought phases. What water suppliers are impacted? Drought conditions are designated according to watersheds. Seven of the 12 major watersheds are currently in severe drought including: the Red River, the Mississippi Headwaters, and the Minnesota River watersheds. Approximately 500 water suppliers are now in a watershed with severe drought conditions. Those water suppliers, who have both surface and groundwater systems,were notified on July 16. If you did not receive a notice from the DNR, your watershed is not in severe drought, however, you are strongly encouraged to prepare now, because of the continued rapid increase in severe drought across much of the state. What if we have deep wells? If your watershed is in severe drought, then you are to implement additional water conservation measures, even if you have deep wells or your community itself is not in severe drought. When do we need to take action?Additional water conservation measures must begin as soon as possible with a focus on reducing outdoor water use. Examples include: • Reducing the number of days that lawn irrigation is allowed, e.g. only one or two days per week. • If there are splash pads, reducing the hours of operation or water pressure. • Encouraging residents to reduce car washing and to delay pressure-washing homes until fall or next spring. • Inspecting and fixing leaks in the water supply system, hydrants, city pools, and fountains. • Encouraging your ten largest water users to save water. Public water suppliers are required to comply with the State Drought Plan. Efforts to meet water conservation goals must be implemented. There are no mandatory restrictions at this time. Mandatory restrictions would only occur under a "critical water deficiency declaration" by the Governor, and that would only occur under exceptional drought conditions in the Emergency Drought Phase. Where can I learn more?The DNR encourages all public water suppliers to sign up to receive GovDelivery drought email updates. DNR will offer a drought webinar soon. The Minnesota Rural Water Association conference,from August 24-26,will have sessions on drought. Templates and outreach materials from EPA WaterSense. For community-specific questions or water supply concerns, contact your DNR Area Hydrologist or Carmelita Nelson at 651-259-5034 or Carmelita.nelson@state.mn.us 1 6 of 43 Minnesota Statewide Drought Plan This plan provides a framework for preparing for and responding to droughts to minimize conflicts and negative impacts on Minnesota's natural resources and economy. MANITOBA ONTARIO 4, NORTHt7AKOTA Rainy 0003 R d 0902 Mrn Lake Superior rA r 4709 Rivers Iti Misaissipp _ Lakes Headwaters 0701 U counties t 5k,C OiX SOUTH X0703 Ghlppevva Minnesota Regions DAKOTA ®705 Upper Mississippi Souris Rod-Rainy WISCONSIN Min n@S7t2 r I Missouri Misscu ri- ~�4__ r Great Lakes Big SICU, Lipper Mlssssrppn" ck-Root 1f torr o70a� � Subregions 4 -- Upper 3 -- Misaiasipp� �_r Missouri- IOWA Upper Maquoks �n Little Sioux Misffissipp- Plum 1023 Des hl MOS Iowa-SkunlF 0706 l` 0740 Wapslpinican _ 050 100 200 Miles 0709 L 1 k k 1 5 i Statewide Drought Plan watersheds: • Red 0902 • Rainy 0903 • Western Lake Superior 0401 • Mississippi Headwaters 0701 • St. Croix 0703 • Minnesota 0702 • Upper Mississippi-Black-Root 0704 • Upper Mississippi-Maquoketa-Plum 0706 • Upper Mississippi-Iowa-Skunk-Wapsipinicon 0708 • Des Moines 0710 • Missouri-Little Sioux 1023 • Missouri-Big Sioux 1017 7 of 43 STATEWIDE DROUGHT PLAN MATRIX Drought Phase/Triggers State and Federal Actions Water Users and Suppliers Actions NON-DROUGHT PHASE ➢ Develop/maintain precipitation, ➢ Develop/update/implement water supply A significant portion of the watershed stream flow,ground water and plans(including drought preparedness and see ma is not under drought water quality monitoring programs. response and water conservation programs). conditions according to the U.S. ➢ Conduct state and regional water ➢ Adopt conservation rate structures and Drought Monitor. studies and coordinate actions. ordinances. ➢ Assist water suppliers and other ➢ Establish mutual aid agreements, The U.S.Drought Monitor is a weekly index users in developing conservation interconnections,conservation education, depicting the location and intensity of drought measures. redundant/alternative supplies,etc. conditions using a blend of quantitative and qualitative indicators. Drought conditions ➢ Continue and improve water ➢ Minimize water supply system losses and referenced in this plan are keyed to the U.S. conservation education. improve water use efficiency. Drought Monitor. http://drought.unl.edu/dni/monitor.html DROUGHT WATCH PHASE ➢ Inform Drought Task Force of ➢ Monitor potential conflicts and problems A significant portion of the watershed conditions. and notify DNR of source conflicts. see ma is"Abnormally Dry"or in a ➢ Intensify selected monitoring ➢ Public water suppliers provide conservation "Moderate Drought". activities. information and request customers to ➢ Initiate public awareness. implement voluntary measures to reduce ➢ Notify water suppliers of moderate water use. drought conditions. ➢ Monitor Mississippi River flows and coordinate with the U.S.Army Corps of Engineers(USACE)and hydropower facility owners. DROUGHT WARNING PHASE ➢ Convene Drought Task Force. ➢ Public water suppliers implement A significant portion of the watershed ➢ Increase public drought awareness. appropriate water use restrictions contained (see ma is in a"Severe Drought",or ➢ Notify water suppliers of severe in their water supply plans. for public water suppliers using the drought conditions. ➢ Other water users implement appropriate Mississippi River,the average daily ➢ Monitor implementation of the conservation measures. flow at the USGS gage near Anoka is Mississippi River System-Wide ➢ Public water suppliers implement water use at or below 2000 cfs for five Low-Flow Management Plan. reduction actions with a goal of reducing consecutive days. water use to 50%above January levels. ➢ Dam operators implement the Mississippi river System-Wide Low-Flow Management Plan. RESTRICTIVE PHASE ➢ Notify water suppliers of extreme ➢ Follow MDNR allocation restrictions. A significant portion of the watershed drought conditions. ➢ Public water suppliers implement water use (see ma is in an"Extreme ➢ Closely monitor river flows. reduction actions with a goal of reducing Drought",or for public water suppliers ➢ Continue drought awareness efforts water use to 25%above January levels. using the Mississippi River,the to encourage conservation. ➢ All appropriators conserve water and average daily flow at the USGS gage minimize non-essential water uses. near Anoka is at or below 1500 cfs for five consecutive days. EMERGENCY PHASE ➢ Advise Governor on need for ➢ Public water suppliers implement A significant portion of the watershed emergency declaration. mandatory water use reduction actions with (see ma is in an"Exceptional ➢ Minnesota Division of Homeland a goal of reducing water use to January Drought",or highest priority water Security and Emergency levels. supply needs are not being met,or Management implements MN ➢ Limit water used based on highest priorities there are threatened or actual electricity Emergency Operations Plan defined in Minnesota Statutes 103G.261. shortages due to cooling water supply (MEOP). ➢ Implement measures consistent with an shortages,or for public water suppliers ➢ Consider request to the USACE for emergency declaration. in the Twin Cities,the average daily the release of water from the ➢ Provide bottled water,hauled water,and flow of the Mississippi River USGS Mississippi River Headwaters sanitations supplies to users,as needed. gage near Anoka is at or below 1000 Reservoirs. cfs for five consecutive days. 8 of 43 Responsibilities,Plans and Actions Related to Drought Planning Minnesota Statewide Drought Plan Legislation enacted in 1990 mandated the Department of Natural Resources(DNR)to prepare a drought plan. Minnesota Statutes(MS), Section 103G.293 states: "The commissioner shall establish a plan to respond to drought-related emergencies and to prepare a statewide framework for drought response. The plan must consider metropolitan water supply plans of the metropolitan council prepared under section 473.156.The plan must provide a framework for implementing drought response actions in a staged approach related to decreasing levels of flow.Permits issued under 103G.261 must provide conditions on water appropriation consistent with the drought response plan established by this section." The attached Drought Plan table outlines the staged approach for implementing drought response actions. Major Participants State,Federal and local agencies,along with water users and suppliers in Minnesota,all have responsibilities before and during times of drought. In addition to ongoing studies and coordination efforts,the primary responsibilities of the major participants are: • MN DNR—DNR Waters is responsible for maintaining and updating the StatewideDrought Plan,monitoring and communicating drought conditions,as well as for convening the State Drought Task Force. DNR Waters regulates water use by permit(water appropriation)and by requiring Water Supply Plans for public water suppliers serving more than 1,000 people. Other DNR divisions monitor drought impacts on forestry,wildlife and fisheries. • Metropolitan Council—the Metropolitan Council is responsible for development of a regional master water supply plan for the seven-county metropolitan area and reviews local water supplies as part of community comprehensive plans. • U.S.Army Corps of Engineers—the USACE operates reservoirs in 3 river systems in Minnesota primarily for commercial navigation,flood control and/or navigation(Minnesota River,Red River of the North and the Mississippi River). The Mississippi River headwaters reservoirs have been studied for purposes of water releases during times of drought. Under the USACE operations plans,emergency releases may be done only under certain conditions to meet health and safety needs and in consultation with the federal Bureau of Indian Affairs,the Minnesota Chippewa Tribal government,and the MN DNR. The USACE also helps with preparedness and equipment. • Water Users and Suppliers—local communities and water users must implement conservation measures as required by DNR Waters and Met Council. • Governor of Minnesota—the Governor is empowered to declare a critical water deficiency by executive order. (103G.291 Subd.1) Other Participants and their capabilities Department of Public Safety,Homeland Security and Emergency Management(HSEM)—Public information and response coordination Pollution Control Agency—Public information,response procedures,exercise capabilities,data collection National Weather Service—Weather and hydrologic forecasts and warnings Department of Agriculture—Assistance with crop and other farming-related drought issues Department of Health—Public Water Supply Board of Water and Soil Resources(BWSR)—technical and financial assistance to agricultural producers Related Plans • Local Water Supply Plans—address projected demands,adequacy of the water supply system and planned improvements,existing and future water sources,natural resource impacts or limitations,emergency preparedness, water conservation, supply and demand reduction measures,and allocation priorities. Met Council oversees those in the 7-county metro area. • Mississippi River System-Wide Low-Flow Management Plan—A plan conceived by the DNR,the USACE and the hydropower facilities along the Mississippi River upstream of St.Paul,the primary purpose of which is to help ensure run-of-river operations during low flow periods and coordination among the hydropower facility operators. • MN Emergency Operations Plan(MEOP)—The MEOP addresses drought as well as other natural hazards. The plan responds to potential emergencies(nuclear power plants,etc.)as they relate to extreme drought conditions. 9 of 43 STATE DROUGHT TASK FORCE Purpose and Role The State Drought Task Force is convened, as defined in the Restrictive Phase of the Drought Table,to provide coordination and communication between agencies and institutions affected by drought and to provide a central source for the news media. The Task Force could also be called together at other times as needed to serve as a forum for discussion of drought management plans and policies. In cases of more localized drought conditions, the Director of DNR Waters may bring appropriate parties together on a Regional Drought Task Force for the same purposes. Members DNR Waters Director/Assistant Director DNR Waters State Climatologist DNR Wildlife Director DNR Forestry Wildfire Suppression Supervisor Board of Water and Soil Resources Executive Director Department of Agriculture Director,Agronomy&Plant Protection Department of Agriculture State Statistician Department of Health Director,Drinking Water Protection Department of Public Safety Director,Homeland Security and Emergency Mgmt Department of Transportation Director,Environmental Services Minnesota Planning Director,Local Planning Assistance Pollution Control Agency Director,Environmental Outcomes University of Minnesota Climatologist/Meteorologist,Extension Service Metropolitan Council General Manager,Environmental Services National Weather Service Meteorologists-in Charge North Central River Forecast Center Hydrologist-in-Charge, Chanhassen U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Chief,Water Control Section U.S. Department of Agriculture Executive Director,MN Farm Service Agency U.S. Department of Agriculture State Conservationist,NRCS U.S. Geological Survey Director,Minnesota Water Science Center American Waterworks Association Water Utilities Council Association of Minnesota Counties(AMC) Executive Director Hospitality Minnesota Executive Vice President Last modified: April 29, 2009 - MNDNR Division of Waters 10 of 43 City of Oak Park Heights Request for Quotes: FOUR PEDESTRIAN RAMPS GENERAL SUMMARY: The City of Oak Park Heights is seeking the services of a general contractor to construct a total of FOUR PEDESTRIAN RAMPS(PED RAMPS)and to ensure seamless connections into existing City trails.The locations of the Project Areas(1 &2)and shown in Attachment A. In both Areas,there are to be two PED RAMPS installed such as generally shown in the detail Plates(TYPE A&B)as found in Attachment B.The detail plates only show generalities and are further modified with the following parameters: • The TYPE A PED RAMPS shall be new facilities;The TYPE B PED RAMPS shall also include the removal of the current PED RAMPS and replacing with units as shown. • All PED RAMPS shall be a minimum of6feetwide,This includes both PED RAMPS in Type B. • All elements are to allow for a seamless and direct crosswalk from the new TYPE A PED RAMP and/or the other adjacent PED RAMPS. • All PED RAMPS shall also include ADA Required and Approved Truncated Domes(must be iron)and shall be permanently installed according to the manufacturer's specifications and include the full width of ramp. • All PED RAMPS must be in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities requirements relating to size, slopes,directional orientation, landing zones,surfaces, etc. It is the responsibility of the Contractor to verify those requirements and ensure the installation meets such requirements. NOTE: The Contractor may propose an alternate for the TYPE 8 PED RAMP,but shall be submitted in a separate quote and shall include all dimensions and scope.The City may acceptor reject such proposal at its sole discretion and without penalty. The work covered by this specification shall consist of furnishing all labor, materials,final design, permits, removal of waste material and related miscellaneous work necessary to complete the work as specified herein. The concrete work under this specification shall include preparation work of the subgrade,site prep, placing forms and reinforcements, furnishing and placing concrete,site protection and safety, matching with current surfaces,establishing appropriate drainage-finish grading-seeding and general site clean-up. Section 1: Base Work—Design and Construction Methodologies 1. The Contractor shall verify all conditions and provide final designs to the City prior to construction to ensure code and ADA compliance.The Contractor shall ensure that all final construction is wholly compliant with all building codes and ADA codes. 2. Contractor is responsible to ensure that all new PED RAMPS and/or their expanded elements rests on sound soil that is free of organic and deleterious material.The Contractor shall ensure all subsoils and bases are appropriate for the application and are properly prepared—including but not limited to compaction and the use of appropriate materials type. 3. The location of the PED RAMPS to be constructed is as shown, however such location may vary slightly,as determined by the City as site conditions allow. 4. The Concrete shall have a minimum psi rating of 4,000 lbs.at 28 days.Contractor shall provide verification of such rating to the Owner prior to or coinciding with a request for payment.Warranty period shall be 3 years from the date of acceptance. 5. Control joints shall be installed in reasonable sections and symmetrically installed. 6. The final surface of all concrete areas shall be of"brushed",slip-resistant texture. 1 b5943 RFQ-PED RAMPS-TWO AREAS 8. The Contractor shall correct and/or restore the grades surrounding the slab, utilizing site-derived or unutilized delivered materials so that appropriate contours are acceptable to the Owner and prepare the site for seeding and place seed (mix type TBD by City). 9. The Contractor shall ensure there is not more than 1/4"of elevation (or lip) between any existing paved or concrete areas and all new elements installed.The transition areas between the Contractor's work and all existing surfaces must be clean, match in elevation and free from unreasonable damages so as to ensure smooth transition. 10. Contractor shall provide all necessary personnel, materials,etc.to provide a complete finished project. Section 2: PREVAILING CONDITIONS -All Items—Base Work and Alternates: 1. The Contractor shall provide the City with a certificate of insurance for an amount not less than one million dollars, naming the City as an additional insured party. 2. The Contractor shall include and provide the furnishing of all materials,equipment, labor,fasteners, permits, insurances,etc.,to provide a complete and finished project. 3. Full Payment will be made once the City provides written final acceptance and full Lien Waivers are provided. No partial or progress payments will be made. 4. Contractor must be a licensed Minnesota Contractor.Verification will be required should your firm be awarded the project.The Contractor shall secure a separate building permit for each project from the City Building Inspector.The City shall not charge a fee for the permits, but the Contractor is required to comply will all applicable protocols and practices as if it is a private project. 5. Contractor must complete the Project in not less than 15 business days from project acceptance by the City,weather permitting.The project acceptance date will be defined by the City providing a contractor a signed and notarized copy of this document and an executed final Agreement. 6. The City may deduct 5 percent from amounts due for each day project is not complete beyond the day requirement. Do not bid if you cannot complete the work in a timely fashion. 7. The City reserves the right to reject any and all submissions received for this project and for any reason.The City is not responsible for any costs associated with preparing a bid submission to the City or for non-award. 8. Contractors are required to visit the site(s)prior to submitting a bid. 9. The City shall not execute or sign any agreements drafted or provided by the Contractor.The terms and conditions of the RFQ and any exhibits or attachments shall prevail. 10. A final agreement between the City and Contractor shall be required prior to any work commencing. This agreement will include a full indemnification of the City should there be any loss incurred by the Contractor as it relates to this project.The City is not responsible for the health,safety and welfare for Contractors staff and/or its sub-contractors. Follow all best site management practices. 11. The Contractor shall secure, pay for and attain all required permits and inspections. No payments will be made to the Contractor until the City building official provides a final inspection deeming the project as fully compliant with the Minnesota Building Code. 12. The Contractor shall provide a three-year warranty and shall cover all aspects of construction including all materials. In addition,should there be defects in materials provided by the contractor; the Contractor shall be responsible to replace such materials consistent with State and Federal Law. 13. Contractor is fully responsible for collateral damages to the worksite including damages cause by Contractor's staff or sub-contractors if any. 14. Contractor shall be reimbursed by the City for City issued permit fees. 22)6143 RM-PED RAMPS-TWO AREAS 15. The Contractor is responsible for unnecessary damages to the City's property as a result of executing this Project, including the backfilling and restoring of any additional grass or hard surface areas. Use care, best site management practices,and the right sized equipment. 16. There are not any immediately known underground or overhead facilities that would cause extraordinary difficulties in executing this project Contractor shall immediately advise the City should issues arise.The Contractor is solely responsible to secure all necessary GOPHER-1 Locates and coordinate any changes with the City. 17. Failure to complete this Project within such timeline will permit the City to withhold liquidated damages consistent with regulations as may be found under AIA guidelines. 18. All work shall be coordinated with the City.City will make full payment upon satisfactory completion and final concrete testing. 19. Contractors are required to visit the site prior to submitting a bid.Contractors are responsible for all Gopher-1 contacts and actions.All submitted bids shall remain valid for 90 days from submission.A final contract between the City and the prevailing contractor will be required(incorporating the terms and conditions of this RFQ) including proof of insurance. 20. The City may reject and any all bids/quotes at any time and for any reason or conclude not to proceed with the project.Any expenses incurred related to responding to this RFQ are not the responsibility of the City. Section 3. Submissions 1. COMPLETE THE BID SUBMISSION PAGE AND SUBMIT IN ORGINIAL FORMAT! NOTE: All submitted prices include all fees,taxes, permits,materials,equipment,etc.to provide a complete finished job. 2. Return io Eric Johnson, City Administrator City of Oak Park Heights CITY HALL 14168 Oak Park Blvd, Stillwater,MN 55082 Or`hand deliver'to Oak Park Heights-City Hall located at 14168 Oak Park Blvd N. 3. The City may select any Project Area individually or collectively at no time or financial penalty. 4. Quote Submission-Due July 271", 2021-2:00 pm.-—No Faxed or Email submissions will be accepted. (EXTENDED TO AUGUST 13th,2021) 5. Your firm must be known to have(or provide documents) the demonstrated capacity to complete such a project;should the City be unable to document your firm's ability to undertake such project the City will not issue such award.Do not submit a quote if you have not completed projects of this type in the past. 316143 RFQ-PED RAMPS-TWO AREAS T P City of Oak Park Heights Request for Quotes: FOUR PEDESTRIAN RAMPS&RELATED TRAIL CONNECTIONS BID SUBMISSION PAGE—Due JuIv 27th 2021-2 pm —No Faxed or Email submissions will be accepted. Extended to Print your Prices Clearly and in Ink/Type: $/13/21 Your Price for PED RAMPS at Project Area 1: .00 Your Price for PED RAMPS at Project Area 2: .00 *All submitted prices include all fees,taxes,permits, materials, equipment,etc.to provide a complete finished job. The City may select any Project Area (1 or 2) individually or collectively at no time or financial penalty. Signature: Date Your Name: Notary: Your Title: Affix Notary Stamp Here 4 (the person signing this document must be an owner or executive of such firm eligible to bind the company to the project) Firm Name: Phone# Acceptance By the City: Date Eric Johnson,City Administrator Date Notary 44b6143 RFQ-PED RAMPS-TWO AREAS ATTACHMENT A 3 MAPS SED5943 RFQ-PED RAMPS-TWO AREAS �.a . I yw r 1 G �JJII ` � wlwr..• -"s' ,�` '��' 1` •�` '`` .Fey "t�•-E"�`�!M! e� I ,..I�,y r �J,�t"L 7Y _ —— ��t' a •.. '*, �Ir �'':. 7.. 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OAK PARK HEIGHTS, M N STR-7 20 of 43 RFQ-PED RAMPS-TWO AREAS 0 d � a a tl s D d 8 v O 6 v a s v ,ooa a l N a M o f aV a e 4� 1.1.1 o 0 is a d 6 6AVI O A d {yam �V Pl' a Q € .6 f 10 o M_I d .R A�E u r'p • CMw (� U Q W t co Co Q w m 4 d Q O ,l LL u ~ Q r� o cL LL ov o n� � r oll � 0 � 5 a r a o • +� � •p trr � o e / , a a w tl a�� r •� � l a �•o C b �` v � ( �Q`i ��' ti 40 o � o EZ ed Eric Johnson From: Mary Mccomber <marymccomber@aol.com> Sent: Thursday,July 29, 2021 6:49 AM To: Eric Johnson Subject: Fwd: 2021 Stillwater Veterans Memorial Benefit Cruise For weekly notes -----Original Message----- From: Stillwater Veterans Memorial <info@stillvetmem.org> To: marymccomber@aol.com Sent: Wed, Jul 28, 2021 6:59 pm Subject: 2021 Stillwater Veterans Memorial Benefit Cruise View this email in Vour browser 1 22 of 43 r ■ ail s 4:30 PM-BOARDING St. Croix Boat&.Packet Downtown Stillwater 5:45 PM - 8:00 PM TICKETS Cruise on St.Croix River • Buffet Dinner • Raffles $35 Adults Featured Speaker(s) • SummerTime Quartet Singers $12 Chil4en Honoring WWII and Korea Veterans' under 17 *Limited complimentary admission including one guest. BOOK ON-LINE WITH CREDIT CARD LYSING OUR PARTNER- www.gtillvetmem.eventbrite.com (651)344-6245 www.stillvetmem.org Click - - for registration and tickets 2 23 of 43 Follow Us on Facebook and check out our Website for additional information Copyright©2021 Stillwater Veterans Memorial, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in at our web site. 24 of 43 Our mailing address is: Stillwater Veterans Memorial PO Box 137 Stillwater, Mn 55082 Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list e� mailchimp Eric Johnson From: Angie Hong <AHong@mnwcd.org> Sent: Thursday,July 29, 2021 2:49 PM To: Angie Hong; Barbara Heitkamp; algoodri@hotmail.com Subject: Aug. 2021 EMWREP Education Updates Attachments: IDDE chlorinated water.pdf Hello East Metro Water education partners Washington County Fair begins next week and we have several other upcoming workshops and events. Read on for program updates! SFA SILVOPASTURE for in Min Angie WORKSHOPS 2021 Program Updates: 1. Goat Grazing—Silvopasture Workshop—TOMORROW (July __- 30) 2. Washington County Fair (Aug. 4-8) 3. Summer Events & Activities 4. Fall workshops— Bee Lawns, Native Plants, Woodlands, and Wetlands 5. Professional Training Opportunities for local government staff • Salt Symposium (Aug. 3-4) • SMART Salting Workshop (Nov. 2) 6. MS4 Education —Safe Disposal of Chlorinated Water(IDDE) 7. East Metro Water— Read the latest articles published in the blog and local newspapers 8. TikTok Videos—Watch some of our recent popular videos Goat Grazing—Silvopasture Workshop (Registration here) Fri., July 30, 9am-noon at Lake Elmo Park Reserve Come to this free, outdoor workshop to learn how Washington County Parks is using goats to control invasive species such as buckthorn and garlic mustard. Silvopasture is a strategy that combines grazing livestock and trees on the same land. Cows, goats, chickens and other animals can all be raised among trees to improve soil health, diversify farm products, manage invasive species, and achieve a variety of other benefits. The workshop is offered by the Sustainable Farming Association. Presenters: Keefe Keeley (Savanna Institute), Callie Bertsch (NRCS State Forester), Dan MacSwain (Washington County Parks). VVowiiiigton %.UUIILY rail Washington County Fair begins next Wednesday, Aug. 4 and runs through Sunday, Aug. 8. Washington Conservation District and Washington County Watershed Management Organizations will have a shared booth in Building A with displays and information about water-friendly yards and gardens, noxious i 25 of 43 weeds, and conservation farming. Our building will be open from 10am-9pm on Bee lawns are greener, Wednesday, 10am-10pm Thu., Fri., and Sat., and 10am-8pm on Sunday. ' Stop by and visit us, or use this online calendar to sign-up to help staff the booth —you will get a free entrance ticket to the fair on the day of your shift and it is a great way to meet your constituents: Washington County Fair 2021 Sign-Up Summer Events and Activities Water Stewards Potluck and Hike—Tuesday, Aug. 3, 6-7:30pm at Lake Elmo Regional Park Watershed Pop-up Event-Tuesday, Aug.10, 4-6:30pm at Edgewater Park in Woodbury • Learn about aquatic critters & search for clues hidden in the park to solve a water pollution mystery "Nedible Gardens" Walk and Talk -Thursday, Aug. 19, 6-7pm at the Growth for Good Community Garden in St. Paul Park • Take a tour of the community gardens and learn about the benefits of growing native plants with herb and veggie gardens Volunteer Planting Day—Saturday, Aug. 21, 9-11am at the Maple Street Channel in Marine on St. Croix (Register here) • Help plant a stream channel that is part of a large stormwater retrofit project in Marine on St. Croix Watershed Pop-up Event-Tuesday, Aug. 25, 3-4:30pm at Woodridge Park in Cottage Grove • Learn about aquatic critters & search for clues hidden in the park to solve a water pollution mystery Volunteer Weeding Day—Saturday, Sept. 11, 9-11am in Marine on St. Croix (Register ) • Help to weed new native plantings in Marine on St. Croix River Rally: St. Croix River Clean-Up—Saturday, Sept. 11, 9am-noon in Stillwater(Register here) • Help to clean up litter at the Boom Site and St. Croix islands and along the Brown's Creek Trail, or stencil storm drains in Stillwater. Fall Workshops—Bee Lawns, Native Plants,Woodlands, and Wetlands Bee Lawns& Lawn Alternatives—Wed., Sept. 15, 6-7:30pm (Register at tinvurl.com/beelawn2C),. Have you heard the "buzz" about low-mow grass, bee-friendly lawns, and other turf alternatives? During this free webinar, we'll talk about the pros and cons of different types of r lawn and provide guidance on transforming your conventional lawn into a low- P,Xyrt 5 mow or bee-friendly landscape this fall. Presented by:James Wolfin, an entomologist and sustainable land care manager at Metro Blooms and Angie Hong, water education specialist with East Metro Water Education Program 2 26 of 43 Creating Pockets of Habitat with Native Plants—Tue., Sept. 21, 7-8pm at Wood Lake Nature Center (Info at www.wildonestwincities.org) Learn how to create and nurture habitat on your land to support wildlife and protect local water resources. Presentation by Angie Hong This workshop is hosted by Wild Ones -Twin Cities Chapter. Come early at 6:30pm to enjoy social time before the presentation begins. Managing Woodlands for Climate Resiliency—Tue., Oct. 12, 6-7pm tentative (Register at tinvurl.com/woodlands2021) This webinar will highlight strategies and resources to help manage forests and woodlands for climate resiliency. Co-sponsored by Wild Rivers Conservancy of the St. Croix and Namekagon Planting for Clean Water: Wonderful Wetlands—Tue., Nov. 9, 6-7:30pm (Register at tinVurl.com/wetianas202i) Learn how to add beauty to your yard with native plants and landscaping features that will protect your wetland and provide habitat for birds and pollinators. During our"Wonderful Wetlands" webinar, we will talk about what makes wetlands special, unique plants and animals that are found in wetlands, invasive species, and rules that affect what landowners can and can't do with wetlands on their properties. Presented by: Andy Novak and Jay Riggs, Washington Conservation District and Angie Hong, East Metro Water Education Program Professional Training Onnortunities- for local government staff Salt Symposium—Aug. 3-4 • Aug. 3: New Directions in chloride—water softening, fertilizers, and more • Aug. 4: Winter maintenance— latest research and technology Register at https://fortinconsulting.com/2021-symposium SMART Salting Workshop—Tue., Nov. 2, Sam-fpm — registration info coming soon • Co-sponsored by Dakota and Washington Counties • This workshop is for public works staff members and private contractors responsible for winter snow and ice management MS4 Education: Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination (IDDE) Safe Disposal of Chlorinated Water As community residents prepare to drain swimming pools and spas at the end of the summer, it is important that they take y, steps to prevent chlorinated water from flowing into storm sewer systems or nearby waterways. Find more info in the -,X' 'S" attached brochure. Take care wlhen­� To properly dispose of chlorinated water: Elldra . . . 1 and SR3 27 of 43 Stop adding chlorine and leave your pool or spa uncovered for 3-5 days. The chlorine should naturally break- down during this time. Alternately, you can add a de-chlorinating chemical to treat the water more quickly. Once water is de-chlorinated, you can safely discharge it to a sanitary sewer or storm sewer. If possible, allow the water to flow over a vegetated surface first so that some is able to soak into the ground. East Metro Water Read the latest articles published in the blog and local newspapers www.eastmetrowater.org Heat Wave Spurs Harmful Algal Blooms in Some Minnesota LakeE—July 29 "Usually, algae and aquatic plants are merely a nuisance, but sometimes a form of cyanobacteria known as blue-green algae can bloom and release toxins that make humans and animals sick." Bee Lawns are Green Lawns—July 22 "Unlike typical lawns, bee-friendly lawns feature a mix of drought-tolerant fine fescue grasses and low- growing flowers such as Dutch white clover, creeping thyme, and self heal." In the Woods and on the Water—July 8 "Here is a lineup of some of the many FREE, fun, outdoor events scheduled in Washington County during the coming month." A Martha Stewart Guide to Lake Water Quality—July 1 "Three variables—water clarity, total phosphorus, and chlorophyll —are combined to create a metric known as a trophic state index. A few years back, Jerry Spetzman began noticing that the color of the algae samples on a white filter corresponded almost perfectly with the lakes' overall water quality." Holey Pavement—June 24 "Conventional pavement is impermeable, which is a fancy way of saying that water does not soak through it when it rains. In contrast, porous pavement is holey— in a good way." Feeling parched in the Land of 10,000 Lakes—June 17 "According to the University of Minnesota, approximately 20% of all treated drinking water in the Twin Cities metro area is used outdoors, with a majority of this being used on lawns and landscapes." Can that baby dragon fly? —June 10 "Most people consider dragonflies and damselflies to be terrestrial flying insects, but in fact, they spend more than half of their lives in the water." Create pockets of habitat with native plants—June 3 "Minnesotans can help to restore habitat for wildlife by planting native flowers, shrubs and trees in our yards to create pocket oases and connected corridors near larger parks and natural areas." TikTok Videos Watch some of our most recent popular videos @mnnatureawesomeness 4 28 of 43 5 29 of 43 q L.... a .7.7. mak. MSK So, there's normally a big I wanna show you our beautiful waterfall right parking lot and I promise here10 , ' that it is not boring 2721 ',%71, `' ,���7 Comnnature_awes... COmn nature_6wes... Rivers and lakes are at historic 000 1 was UOMg to show you poison •�� lows but at least there pare no sumac telt nature said "lol no" nlosqu4oes? �, #drought #urbandesign #stormwater #minneseta #stcroix- See more #parking , ... ,-1 fl sound - rnnr7ature_a+A J] and - mnnature_aweso L 4(3I1K views. 2.510 More data L 126.3K views, 155 shares More data You didn't . let you get out of here Aoi� 1 1732 ra• Tour the southern- st tamarack bog 150 _ awe* Pro tip. • o boardwalk! ►a • ftetland #planttok #rninnesota 10.OK views, 15 shares Moredata Please feel free to call or email if you have any questions. Thank you! Angie Hong Water Education Senior Specialist East Metro Water Resource Education Program Representing Brown's Creek, Carnelian Marine-St. Croix, Comfort Lake- Forest Lake, Middle St. Croix, Ramsey-Washington Metro, Rice Creek, South Washington and Valley Branch Watersheds, Bayport, Cottage Grove, Dellwood, Forest Lake, Grant, Lake Elmo, Hugo, Newport, Oak Park Heights, Oakdale, Stillwater, St. Paul Park,Willernie,West Lakeland,Woodbury,Washington County and the Washington Conservation District C/O: Washington Conservation District 455 Hayward Ave. Oakdale, MN 55128 angie.honga.mnwcd.org Phone: (952) 261-9599 cell www.mnwcd.org/emwrep STAY IN TOUCH: Blog:www.eastmetrowater.org Facebook mnwcd YouTube a.Washington Conservation District or a.Angie Hong MN Nature Awesom ness 7 31 of 43 From: Mary Mccomber To: Eric Johnson Subject: Fwd:TIS Update-Infrastructure Deal Moving Ahead One More Step+ Housing Flag Date: Thursday,July 29,2021 1:26:19 PM Attachments: imaoe001ono FYI for weekly notes -----Original Message----- From: Brittney Kohler<kohler@nlc.org> To: Brittney Kohler<kohler@nlc.org> Sent: Thu, Jul 29, 2021 11:28 am Subject: TIS Update- Infrastructure Deal Moving Ahead One More Step + Housing Flag TIS leaders, Last night, the Senate voted to move forward on a biaartisan infrastructure package, the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, which makes historic investments in the nation's transportation, water, and broadband infrastructure systems.The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act includes $550 billion in new federal investments in America's infrastructure and will add, on average, 2 million jobs per year to the national economy.This bill is a result of the lengthy negotiation between the Senate and the White House. A final vote in the Senate is expected in the coming days. NLC released this Twitter statement today on the Senate's vote—feel free to amplia If it passes the Senate, we move our attention back to the House where Speaker Pelosi has stated that the House will not move forward with this bill without also having the reconciliation bill in hand, which could lead to significant delays in its momentum.There is concern over the price tag of a reconciliation package among Senate Republicans and moderates. Moderate Democrat Senator Kyrsten Sinema (AZ) said in a written statement today that she would vote to open debate on a reconciliation package but not vote for it on final passage at the current price tag of$3.5 trillion. In an evenly divided 50-50 Senate, a Democrat not voting for the reconciliation bill could doom it, and force Speaker Pelosi to choose between moving forward without a reconciliation package, which would contain key policy objectives for President Biden, or holding off on the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. While not every priority of local governments was included in this agreement, NLC and its allies have successfully advocated for the inclusion of many programs and policies that could benefit cities, towns and villages. The NLC Federal Advocacy team will continue to analyze the bill and share additional information. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out. Below is a summary of key provisions and ongoing priorities as this bill moves forward. Transportation The bill incorporates the surface transportation legislation already passed by the Senate Commerce and Environment and Public Works committees. It includes a surface transportation topline funding level of$110 billion, including$36.7 billion for bridges, $7.5 billion for RAISE (formerly BUILD grants), $513 for multi-modal grants, and $3.2 billion for the INFRA grant program. The bill also 32 of 43 includes $66 billion for passenger and freight rail, including intercity passenger and freight rail funding, safety improvements, and railroad crossing hazard elimination. Crucially for cities, the package includes $39.15 billion for public transit, including for maintenance, rehabilitation, capital investment, and for the purchase or lease of zero-or low-emission buses. It also incorporates $513 for state and local "vision zero" plans and improvements to street safety. Water The topline funding level for water infrastructure is $55 billion.This includes $23.4 billion for the bipartisan Senate-passed Drinking Water and Wastewater Infrastructure Act, although no details on how that will be divided among the programs. (See NLC's summary of the DWWIA.)The bill also provides additional funding for addressing PFAS drinking water contamination and lead pipe replacement, but no details on amounts for each or whether it will be in the form of loans or grants for local governments. Resiliency and Energy Infrastructure The bill provides $46 billion in funding resilience and energy infrastructure. This includes for cybersecurity to address critical infrastructure needs, waste management, flood mitigation, wildfire, drought, coastal resiliency, ecosystem restoration, and weatherization. Many of these programs come from the bipartisan Energy Infrastructure Act passed by the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, which is incorporated into the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. Additionally, the bill would strengthen the electric grid, support energy efficiency and renewable energy for residential and commercial buildings, industrial and manufacturing sectors and schools, and address western water resilience and infrastructure. A key priority that NLC advocated for is included -$550 million authorization for the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant for FY22. Broadband The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act allocates $65 billion to closing the digital divide, through a combination of federal broadband infrastructure grants, financing, and grants for digital inclusion and affordability.The proposal includes $40 billion for a state block grant program to reach unserved and underserved locations, $600 million to finance projects in rural areas, $2 billion for the U.S. Department of Agriculture's ReConnect rural broadband program, a "middle mile" broadband infrastructure grant program, and an additional $2 billion for the National Telecommunications and Information Administration's Tribal Broadband Connectivity Program. It also includes $2.75 billion for the Digital Equity Act, which provides state and competitive grants for digital inclusion planning and programming, and additional funding for the Emergency Broadband Benefit program, to extend a subsidy for broadband subscriptions to low-income households for an additional 5 years at a lower $30/month rate. Cybersecurity The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act also includes support for cybersecurity, in recognition of the increasing threat of cyberattacks such as ransomware to critical infrastructure.The package includes a new dedicated $1 billion, 5-year grant program to support state, local, tribal and territorial cybersecurity.The package also includes supplemental funding for the Department of Homeland Security's Science and Technology Directorate for Research and Development, the Cybersecurity and 33 of 43 Infrastructure Security Agency, and the Office of the National Cyber Director, to provide research, coordination, and assistance to federal agencies, state and local governments, and private infrastructure owners to prevent and respond to cyberattacks. Workforce The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act falls extremely short, as expected, on meeting the workforce training needs in cities, towns and villages across the country. NLC has long advocated for a strong investment, $10013, in skills training to ensure that communities have workers trained and ready to build and repair the extensive physical infrastructure systems that will result from this bill. The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act contains only$60M in new funds directed towards skills training in the energy and construction sectors -a far cry from the significant invest that will be needed to transition workers into the millions of jobs created by this investment. As Congress moves forward with a reconciliation bill, NLC will continue to make investments in skills training a priority, including short-term occupational training and on-the-job training, that will support a local talent pipeline in building, rebuilding and maintaining our critical American infrastructure. Bonds The bill raises the cap for surface transportation bonds from $15 billion to $30 billion, as currently $14.98 billion has been issued or allocated. This increase will allow state and local governments to enter into additional public-private partnerships to supplement future surface transportation projects with private investment. Private Activity Bonds Local governments can finance certain projects that benefit private entities but still receive tax- exempt status on the bonds.There are currently 27 categories that qualify as eligible "qualified private activities."The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act would add broadband as an allowable use for private activity bonds.This could speed the deployment of broadband to rural areas. In addition, carbon capture technology and direct air capture technology would be eligible qualified private activity.This would help bring down the cost of commercializing the technology by allowing for lower interest rate bond financing. Unknowns The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act will recapture $205 billion in unspent COVID relief funds —the act's largest funding source.The top-line summaries do not provide any more details on exactly where the money will come from, but at the same time it does not indicate that it will come from the American Rescue Plan Act that provided direct aid to cities, towns and villages. The bill summaries currently circulating also lack many details about the policy specifics of critical programs, including any potential "poison pills" or preemption provisions impacting localities. It also remains to be seen precisely how many dollars will be directly available to cities, towns and villages through these programs, rather than to states. Finally, I'm including a brief article below on a major deadline coming up for COVID housing support that you and your city will likely want to prepare for and consider how to handle. If you have any questions, I'd suggest reaching out to Lauren Lowery from NLC's housing team at 34 of 43 lowerylCDnlc.org. Thanks! Brittney Kohler LEGISLATIVE DIRECTOR TRANSPORTATION & INFRASTRUCTURE FEDERALADVOCACY kohler_nlc.orq 912-659-0778 www.n Ic.ora C C '.JE F C;i?IF. CITIES STRONG TOGETHER Biden will let eviction ban expire as millions may lose homes BY KATY O'DONNELL 107/29/2021 11:21 AM EDT President Joe Biden will let a nationwide eviction moratorium lapse as scheduled on Saturday, despite pressure from Democrats and housing advocates who warned that a wave of people were at risk of losing their homes just as Covid-19 cases surge. The White House in a statement Thursday pinned the decision on a Supreme Court ruling last month that indicated a majority of justices believed the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention exceeded its authority when it imposed the ban on eviction for nonpayment of rent in September. Biden is now calling on Congress to pass legislation to extend it. "Given the recent spread of the Delta variant, including among those Americans both most likely to face evictions and lacking vaccinations, President Biden would have strongly supported a decision by the CDC to further extend this eviction moratorium to protect renters at this moment of heightened vulnerability," White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki said. "Unfortunately, the Supreme Court has made clear that this option is no longer available." Housing advocates warn that millions of renters now face the prospect of losing their homes, a situation that's been exacerbated by state and local bottlenecks in the distribution of$46.5 billion in rental assistance authorized by Congress. In the interim, the White House is calling on state and local governments to "urgently accelerate their efforts" to disburse rental funds, of which only 6.5 percent had been distributed to landlords and tenants by the end of June. Biden is also directing three government agencies that back mortgages —the Departments of Housing and Urban Development, Agriculture and Veterans Affairs —to extend their own eviction bans through September. The Biden administration found its hands to be tied by a Supreme Court decision last month in a case where landlords sued to overturn the ban. The high court let the moratorium remain in place, with conservative Justice Brett Kavanaugh joining liberals to allow it to continue. But Kavanaugh cautioned that he agreed with a lower court's finding that the CDC had overstepped its authority. He wrote that "clear and specific congressional authorization (via new legislation) would be necessary for the CDC to extend the moratorium past July 31" in his concurring opinion. Earlier this week, House Financial Services Chair Maxine Waters (D-Calif.) said in an 35 of 43 interview that she was pushing the Biden administration to renew the moratorium despite concerns about shaky legal footing. "I know that's a problem, but I'm so worried about the evictions and all these children and families that might end up on the street," she said. "So despite the obstacles that may get in the way, I think they should try [to extend it]." 36 of 43 Eric Johnson From: Mary Mccomber <marymccomber@aol.com> Sent: Thursday,July 29, 2021 1:36 PM To: Eric Johnson Subject: Fwd:YSB August 2021 Newsletter- Don't miss upcoming August events! For weekly notes -----Original Message----- From: Youth Service Bureau, Inc. <info@ysb.net> To: marymccomber@aol.com Sent: Thu, Jul 29, 2021 1:29 pm Subject: YSB August 2021 Newsletter- Don't miss upcoming August events! Having trouble viewing this email?view as a web page. Helping youth and families learn the skills they need to be more successful 01 ' at home, in school, and throughout the community. youth service bureau YSB Newsletter August 2021 Back to School Success By Mike Huntley Executive Director YSB KNOWS KIDS This is the time for /� beginning the back- ` V�0 to-school transitions 0 . _ to help kids be more successful. It is VJ recommended that { ��► ,4 families help their w kids begin adjusting from summer-time bedtimes towards #BETTER CHOICES BRIGHTER FUTURES those all-important school-time bedtimes. Start here in August by gradually helping that shift begin so that there is not a big shock once the school year is upon you. Perhaps dial back the bedtime by fifteen minutes each night until you've i 37 of 43 reached a realistic bedtime for the new school year. Another idea, especially for students heading into a new school setting, is to head on over to the school and take a quick tour. It can help kids feel reassured when they know where certain things are in a building: bathrooms, lunchroom, lockers, library, office, bus-stop, etc. It can also be helpful for students to do this tour in a calmer and Join us in welcoming Lacey Thompson, MSW, quieter setting than the typical crowded and busy LICSW, to our group of staff at YSB! back-to-school nights —those events are good, but can also feel overwhelming to some. Lacey is our Behavioral Health Program Director and will oversee our service departments and For more tips on returning to school, read this staff, as well as provide family counseling article frog° 0Iocly Today. services directly. She brings to YSB a wealth of experience, energy, a passion for working with Speaking of schools, did you know that YSB youth and families, and a desire to help YSB offers many school-based support services? grow and improve our outcomes. A unique We are present in all the High School and Middle dimension that Lacey adds is that she is a schools in 622, 833, and 834 with our Chemical member of the Oglala Sioux Tribe and has done Health Support specialists. We provide mental research and presentations on behalf of health supports for students at the SWAHS in indigenous populations. Lacey has also joined 833, the ALC in 834, and at St. Croix Preparatory our DEI committee at YSB —we look forward to Academy. Contact us, or the school, for more all her capacities to support our Mission. information. - Mike Huntley, Executive Director Visit Our Staff to learn more about Lacey! ' Community Partner Events The Police Department is proud to A be the host of "National Night Out" , in St. Paul Park. Mark your 4.. calendar and plan on attending National Night Out held the first Tuesday in August of each year at Heritage Park. 20th Annual August 3, 2021 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m Heritage Park There will be a variety of activities and food for the whole family, as well as shelters to protect you from the elements. Hope to see you there. z 38 of 43 Click here for more information. /n TA e Kriow . 4 N � + I ' Budding Memories Since 1671 ann lintal Illness Washington County By Ravi Roelfs, Diversion Staff Visit NAMI Washington County at the Fair for It's summertime! - and maybe that means each excellent resources and support August 4 - of us do some of our favorite things- like go to a August 8. baseball game. After over a year of staying inside to prevent the continued spread of COVID- 19, everyone is aching to get out and "Go the Distance", as quoted from Shoeless Joe Jackson, from the 1989 movie Field of Dreams with Kevin Costner. While each of us are maneuvering through a new normal and continuing to prevent the spread of CA COVID-19 and the Delta variant, I'd like to take a moment and remind everyone about curfew requirements, which are in place all year long. TUESDAY. AUGUST 10 COMMVAlri PAc7r/e!: PRF.SENTYD S!R thriveni 4-� P.M. ��� ��o�., Currently, we have the opportunity to stay out , o" 12 1 z MUSIC I CARNIVAL GAMES I MAGICIAN longer due to nice summer 9 FOOD I PETTING ZOO& MORE! weather, but still need to , 8 4 1 ' A remember the curfew 'a 7 5 C'lik here for tickets and more information. requirements for youth in our community. for curfew times, exceptions, and Youth Service Partner In Parenting Podcast Bureau's services for youth and families when a child may not be abiding by the curfew times. On Demand Educational Videos 3 39 of 43 Chemical Health We invite you to view and share Corner YSB's Partner In Parenting podcast messages that cover such Drugs on Social Media topics as mental health, chemical and Student Use health, effects of deployment on the By Merri Guggisberg family, and racial equity and inclusion. Please consider Are you concerned about our youth and subscribing to our channel. substances? How are they getting substances? If a topic you are seeking isn't found here, please YSB Chemical Health Specialists created a email: merri.guggisberg(a�ysb.net to share your message about youth using social media topic suggestions. platforms to access illegal substances. Watch their video podcast message here and build your toolbox. 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